Achieving Perfect Bubbles For Roller Skaters - Are YOUR Roller Skating Trucks Set Up Properly?

[@robbinova]

Oh goodness that knee in and out thing is so helpful to know. I've been trying to do bubbles but I've been so focused on getting my feet to do it (and not fall in the process) rather than how my body should be to achieve that movement. Thanks for much for this!! I can't wait to try it out knowing that tip!

[@Skatie]

Often it’s the body that helps get the feet in the right place, hope it helps you. Enjoy your skating journey xx 🛼

[@ethnicempress469]

Yesss… my first try after doing this I got it 👏🏽👏🏽.. best video for bubbles on KZbin

[@adrianjohn466]

So when doing bubbles open the track all the way or just loose to so you can do it

[@KimmyWood]

It took me a while. Lo😅

[@rrjsrhapsody5458]

Your the only one who showed so clearly to achieve bubbles...Tiil now everyone said how to do it but they didn't mentioned about adjusting trucks properly ..thank you so much for your efforts to make this video.. keep doing all the best...

[@Skatie]

Thank you. There’s lots of factors that can effect your skating. It’s not always technique so it’s good to sometimes blame the equipment too. 😉. ❤️🛼

[@empressmonica]

Loosening my trunks 100% changed my skating experience!!! I improved literally immediately. Thank you so much!

[@Skatie]

It can make such a difference so glad it worked for you. 🤩⭐️💕😎🛼

[@catbell6680]

Brilliant video, made me chuckle and I never knew tight trucks made such a difference, thanks Katie!

[@Skatie]

⭐️😂🛼😎💕💜 it’s crazy the difference equipment can make. As you gain confidence and control having a loose truck can be a game changer. Have fun 🛼🛼

[@adrianahincapie7669]

Greetings from Colombia. I'm glad to find your channel. I leaft skating when I was 13, now I'm almost 40 and I'm enjoying it so much. Thanks for your help.

[@Skatie]

Great to hear you’re back. Have fun!

[@dnevita]

OMG I can't believe it! I get here loking for tips because I stop skating at 14, I'll be 38 this year and a month ago started skating again!! ... and wait for it: I'm in Bogota-COL.😁 I'm so happy I'm not alone in this journey... y haber cuando nos juntamos a rodar!

[@adrianahincapie7669]

@@dnevita congratulations! I'm living in Bogotá, too. I'm sharing mi process in My Chanel: Back to Skating. Glad to know I'm not alone un this Journey.

[@adrianahincapie7669]

@@dnevita kzbin.infoOp9c9buM8fM?si=GyO9PdHSwLwmgHc0. Glad to roll with You!

[@SaraKin123]

What helped me a lot with bubbles was doing that up and down movement with the hips to push forward/backwards. And repeating my mantra *knees above toes* because somehow I’m always forgetting to BEND THOSE KNEES!!! 😆 Great tips as always, thanks for the video 🛼🥰

[@Skatie]

Yes!! Knee over toe! Gets those knees nice and soft. Sounds like you’re rocking it! 🛼

[@shannoncailie3693]

Man.. attempted doing bubbles for a good hour last night, got discouraged and came home. So glad you made this video and explained loosening the bottom. Our legs got hell of a workout though ;) we'll try again later.

[@Skatie]

Thighs of steel!! Glad the video helped you. Good luck with your skating journey. ⭐️⭐️🛼🛼

[@kathoh6855]

I am going to loosen my trucks a little thank you! I have been fighting a bit to do bubbles and just assuming that it’s my age and associated creaky joints but it might be as simple as my trucks being too tight! I hope so:)

[@Skatie]

Definitely give it a try. I hope it helps xx

[@heathermaria7029]

I keep meaning to comment that you are hands down the most effective skating teacher I have found on youtube!! I had absolutely no previous experience (even as a kid I was terrified of skates) so I'm a complete beginner and your channel has explained skills more clearly than anyone else I've found. This video finally helped bubbles really click for me after practicing on and off for the last year or so! Learning about edge work and adjusting my trucks totally changed my skating experience and I am progressing so much faster and feeling more confident since finding your channel. You are such a positive upbeat teacher and I deeply appreciate you!!

[@Skatie]

Oh this is lovely. Thank you so much and I’m so glad the videos are helping you progress and giving you confidence. Have fun and please ask any questions you may have xx

[@stephp_]

OMG thank you for this! for days i couldn't do bubbles and its all about the knees! cant wait to finally skate outdoors :)

[@Skatie]

Have fun!!! 🛼

[@beccstah77]

legit as a new/returning skater these are a hardcore work out haha I love how you explain things so well

[@Skatie]

Thank you. Definitely one to save for leg day!

[@elleyj1754]

I am so glad I found this vid. I have a relatively new pair of skates with a stiffer boot than I am used to. I loosened the trucks (enough, I thought) but I then just thought I was regressing as a skater because I can't skate like I did before. When you said you can lean on a stiff boot more, that made sense! I am going to loosen my trucks more right now!!! Thank you.

[@Skatie]

The boots make such a huge difference. Definitely give it a go. I hope it works for you x 🛼

[@elleyj1754]

@@Skatie thank you, will do! I've also invested in some better cushions. The ones that came stock are super stiff! I am still learning, that all these different parts work together to make the perfect skate setup for each person. Thanks again!!

[@Felixicity]

I just started learning to skate again after not doing it for almost twenty years, and your channel has done SO MUCH to help me have the confidence to get outside and try. Thanks so much for answering so many questions and showing stuff on actual real paths

[@Skatie]

Thank you. Hope you’re having fun! ⭐️🛼💕🤩

[@katecarter3631]

Thanks for this tip about trucks. I haven't been able to do bubbles and figured it my be that I need to loosen the trucks.

[@Skatie]

It can make a huge difference. Hope it helps x

[@latoyann]

Thank you for this! I got a new pair of Chaya skates and bubbles was not going to happen out of the box. My hubby loosened the trucks a bit and it seemed better but after skating today the definitely need to be loosened more.

[@Skatie]

Sounds like you’ve got it sorted. It’s amazing the difference it makes. As you progress in your skating journey you may find you’ll adjust them even looser. Have lots of fun! 🤩💕⭐️😎

[@Missybeelondon]

Great demonstration I still can't do bubbles yet. Being heavy and fear of legs going too far

[@Skatie]

Keep tension in your legs. That should help you with them not going out too far. Just have fun and go at your own pace xx

[@Missybeelondon]

@@Skatie I attempted bubbles few days ago, it was ok 🙌🙌, I just gotta keep practicing 🛼🛼✨✨

[@Harleywayne]

@@MissybeelondonOk, so it’s been a year? How bout those bubbles? Lol Hope your still skating and taking time to enjoy life. Skate on Skate fam.

[@koi4935]

This makes more sense now😭 I adjusted the wheels but never the truck and had a really hard time doing bubbles thank youuu😄😄

[@Skatie]

Fantastic! 🛼

[@AbHAT22]

Love your channel and videos. I am able to do bubble well now but not get enough propulsion especially on outdoor rough surfaces and uphill. Always end up switching to alternate pushing.

[@Skatie]

Sounds like you’re doing great. If you’re able to get the alternative leg pushing that’s more advanced. Well done x.

[@hollywood5703]

Thank you for the info on trucks and boots. But what about the back trucks? 😊

[@Skatie]

Definitely ensure to loosen the back trucks too. Go for around the same amount on all trucks. If you feel unstable then the back truck can be slightly tighter.

[@danacheng3906]

Katie, you are such a sweet person, I am watching all your videos!

[@Skatie]

That’s very kind, thank you. Hope that you enjoy your roller skating journey. 🛼

[@kayjaycee777]

Omg thank you. I think that's why I'm struggling to do bubbles and stop and everything! My skates don't move at all. I think I have to losen my trucks a bit

[@Skatie]

It’s amazing how much difference equipment can make. Adjust them slowly until you get some wiggle.

[@batangpasaway9178]

Thank you so much hahaha my inner leg is so painful right now because of practicing doing bubbles.

[@Skatie]

It’s definitely a good inner thigh workout. 😂

[@mindofmarissa9399]

I love this channel! Me and my daughter Watch her videos to practice our skating

[@Skatie]

👋💕⭐️😎🛼

[@JoJo-xz6fw]

I'm loving your videos ❤️. I've just got myself some skates and will be trying this later. I've never been able to do bubbles, now I know why!! 😂

[@Skatie]

Thank you. xx 💕 You’ve got this. Show those bubbles who’s boss xx ⭐️

[@carmenwade4019]

Hello. What type of wheels do you use when skating on asphalt and blacktop? When I try to skate on the above I use my outdoor gummy wheels but I keep tripping. Thank you in advance.

[@Skatie]

A bigger wheel outside can make a huge difference. 60-65mm will help clear the debris.

[@AB-zm4mj]

I should have watched this video first 😂 I'm a beginner so i started with my new skates in the rink. Was so happy, i could do bubbles and almost the scissor thing... But I wanna skate outside. Yesterday rink was over crowded so i decide to try a parking lot. I couldn't do anything (terrified of new terrain but my skates didn't respond). I've decided to see what would happen if i loosen the trucks. I was still terrified so i did move too far from the car but at least my skates are responding now! After doing this i was wondering if they were not too loose, apparently not with your video but i have the feeling I'm gonna have to learn stuff all over again 😂 in the rink (unless it works even better now) ... I also do have a hard boot. I understand why it wasn't working now. Thanks so much!!!!

[@Skatie]

I’m so glad this has helped. You’ll know if they’re too loose as you’ll struggle to control the skates. Sounds like you’ve got it just right but if you’re not sure give it a try just tightening then a 1/4 turn and see how it feels. Have fun on your skating journey xx

[@AB-zm4mj]

@@Skatie it feels like it's loose a lot but i don't think it is cause i only turn them twice and it was a quarter of turn, or half of turn each time so it couldn't have been more than a full turn... My wheels are "supposed" to be for inside and out (i forgot the hardness) but they are definitely grabbing the road... I don't know what to do though, I'm terrified outside. Was so happy to see progress in the rink and now it's like learning all over again when i just started 😭😭😭 Why when you are a kid you can go inside and out ok, but you learn skating again and it doesn't work that way... I do hope loosen up the trucks did help (i couldn't practice much as i had to leave that place that day) cause if it doesn't make it easier i have no idea what to do to make me progress

[@Skatie]

@@AB-zm4mj I totally understand the difference between outside and inside. Outside is so bumping and unforgiving.

[@AB-zm4mj]

@@Skatie i can even move, i don't understand... Maybe i was in a little incline or something 😂

[@ashleytaylor3082]

Thanks Skatie, I love your channel♥️‼️

[@Skatie]

Thank you so much. 💕👍🛼

[@nadineinchina]

I got my skates and started practicing. one of the first things I'm doing are these Bubbles, i feel like my trucks are quite tight but maybe its helping me get used to the pushing. To be honest i have no knowledge About the trucks and wheels etc. Do you have a video explaining more about that? too scared to adjusy anything right now.

[@Skatie]

Sounds like you’re doing great. I have some adjusting your skates and skate anatomy videos too which might help. You can try loosening your trucks but only do it a 1/4 turn at a time as a little bit can make a huge difference. Have fun xx

[@PhilDarts]

You are so good and funny you got me sum we’re in roller skating thank you

[@Skatie]

Thank you. Glad the videos are helpful ⭐️😎🤩🛼👍

[@oodledoodle]

Thank you, this is so helpful!! :D

[@Skatie]

🛼😉

[@hollywood5703]

I only practice indoors, and I don’t have much room. I also have softer wheels, so I’m sure that’s a problem, but I can see that my trucks are still very tight compared to hers.

[@Skatie]

Think of the trucks like your steering, if once you’ve loosened the truck you’re still not getting much movement you may need to change the cushions. For example, Moxi beach bunnies ship with very hard cushions.

[@velandra4]

This was so helpful! Thank you!

[@Skatie]

Glad it helped you 😀 🛼

[@adrianjohn466]

So when doing bubble loosen the trunk so the skates can go in together so the person isn’t doing zigzag turns

[@Skatie]

Yes great way of explaining it. Make sure to use edges rather than those diagonals with a little hitch at the mid point to come back inwards

[@adrianjohn466]

@@Skatie and if I spread my legs stand legs wide apart I am falling back although I’m trying to bend my knees but I’m trying to do the smaller version of the bubbles and it’s coming out v shape

[@nomadicnewbie]

Just curious. Do you keep your front and rear trucks the same or one more loose than the other? Do you think it's best to keep them the same? I've been keeping my front looser than the rear. I don't know if that's really a better way or not.

[@Skatie]

Yes. I have my rear tighter than my front, I think for me that’s just how I like it rather than a rule of how it should be. But that feels good for me.

[@vie.lovesnoureen]

Is there something wrong with the skates if they make weird noises? (in other words , stiff and isn't smooth)

[@Skatie]

Could be. Check the wheels are rolling freely. If not you can try loosening the axel nut just a little. Or remove the bearings and check them individually to make sure they all roll ok. Also check the trucks aren’t too loose etc. I have a video on skate anatomy which might help.

[@lovemystery7328]

Thank you ❤️ love your videos!

[@Skatie]

Thank you xx 🛼

[@annalisabenedetti8783]

I'm a beginner skater and to start i've bought some cheap skates, just to be sure I could skate without bothering my grumpy ankle. I found out that if I make them loose whenever I put them down on the ground, I feel like they are not all one piece, but the wheels and the skate have two different moment of "landing". I'm Sorry if that makes no sense, i'm not english 😂 Is It normal? Maybe I've made them too loose? Or is it because they are cheap? Thank you so much, I'm learning thanks to you!

[@Skatie]

I think I understand. It could be they are too loose. I’d you can move the trucks with your hands I’d recommend to tighten them. Is the truck moving in the pivot cup perhaps?

[@annalisabenedetti8783]

@@Skatie I can't move them by hand, but when i'm on them i can feel It. I almost feel like the plastic plate bend under my weight, if it can be possible... i'm planning on get another pair of skates soon, with metal plate this time.

[@Skatie]

Those plastic plates can definitely bend and give. You’re already doing the right thing with replacing them for a stronger skate. I do recommend the rookie artistic or the Chaya Melrose elite as good options of spec for the price. amzn.to/3jjrMXf

[@annalisabenedetti8783]

@@Skatie Thank you! Do you know Wifa Roller Skate? I'm italian and I was looking for something European, and maybe paying them a little bit more rather then paying a lot of duties and taxes

[@Skatie]

@@annalisabenedetti8783 👋 Hi. I’ve heard really good things about Wifa. Amazing quality European brands are Edea or Risport. Might be worth looking at those too.

[@itsryleeduhh]

I'm really struggling still to bring my feet back together, im trying to use the muscles on my inner thigh to bring my knees back towards eachother by my body will not cooperate with me 😭

[@Skatie]

It might not be you. What skates do you have and do you have movement in the skates. If you lean on the big toe and then the little toe the wheels should flex. If they’re not you’ll need to loosen your trucks.

[@itsryleeduhh]

@@Skatie I did manage to finally get a few bubbles going! However i found that my thighs got worn out very easily, so i think i need to work on strengthening my muscles a bit.

[@NatalieMugridgeNailArtist]

❤

[@Skatie]

💕⭐️

[@malaklak1083]

Thanks that helped A lot

[@malaklak1083]

good

[@Skatie]

💕🛼😀⭐️

[@shukurenai6903]

I recall trying to do a bubble but instead i stop moving😭

[@Skatie]

If your weight is on the outside of your skate you’ll come to a stop. Make sure to lean on the big toe. Inside edges.

[@Random_Wierdo.]

I watch all your videos about bubbles and I still can’t do them 😅

[@Skatie]

Oh no. Have you got movement in your trucks? So if you lean on the big toe do you wheels flex together? You’ll need to lean on that inside edge to get the move, if your trucks don’t have flex in them it will be much harder to do bubbles.

[@KimmyWood]

I think my Lmnade trucks need loosening

[@Skatie]

Skates often arrive quite tight from the factory. Also make sure your wheels are rolling freely. If they’re not just loosen the wheel nut a little bit. Make sure they’re not so loose that the wheel moves up and down the axel.

[@Cirielle93]

She is soo cute 😭

[@Skatie]

👍💕🛼