Orbit Updates

My recent update to Ross does Roller Skiing will interest anybody who follows the discipline or was impressed by his vigorous outdoors fitness routines. Ross provided me with a few comments from today's perspective, including follow-ups about his favorite equipment.

Inventor Alex Bellehumeur reports promising progress in the production of the 4XS disc brake technology, which I called my Dream Brake last summer. I am one of a lucky few in the US inline industry selected to test a production sample that is expected to be available in the early fall of this year. Stay tuned for more reports!

Speaking of inventors, I am still in contact with Bruce Honaker who is determinedly promoting his Anti Reversing Wheel Technology. To help him out, Dan filmed me in my first YouTube video, demonstrating the technology on my own neighborhood hill.

London instructor Mark Davies produces the skills videos that I have shared with Get Rolling site visitors for years. He has recently updated his web site, SkateInstructor.com as well as every one of his skills videos. Take a look!

Other August 2008 Stories

Balance Your Stride - Two drills to help you equalize your balance and strength on both sides.

Why Do I Fall Down? - We all take a tumble now and then. Knowing why means less crashing.

Avoid Cheap Plastic Brake Pads - Cheap skates are bad enough. Brakes made of inferior materials are downright dangerous!

Skates that Don't Roll Backwards - I told you they really work. Now I'm showing you by video!

Have Skates, Will Travel - Tips for carrying your skates to a summer destination, even as an airline carry-on.

Three's Company - Liz does the mileage for 3 or more, and tempts those willing to learn in Danville.

Why Did You Spam Me? - Mourning the loss of the perfect email address; problems from changing.