How to Roller Skate OUTDOORS!

[@szotyi9]

Shoutout to Xavier who does all these stuff AND holding a camera at the same time!

[@ashaoamr1434]

Hey that would be so hard

[@jaimereis285]

Deborah sell rubber wheels?

[@jaimereis285]

@Richard Wang no what?

[@dawnagriffin6698]

Agreed! He is great

[@kaleema1987]

He got skills man I would of fell😂😂

[@jenniferb9506]

Skating is one of the few sports that we can continue to do as we get older. And it's the most fun!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Truth.

[@bambam6231973]

My grandparents skated into their 70 s. so true!

[@2danniegrl]

Are yall sure? Cause I'm so nervous I'm going to break myself. However, I have had several surgeries and am very accident prone. You all are very encouraging! I will keep practicing, and I HAVE HOPE that I will love outdoor skating more than indoor before I know it!

[@ebonyr.b.1216]

Glad to see you mention that. I’m comfortable indoor skating on quads, and outdoor on roller blades - but now I’m trying quads outside, and I’m not a kid anymore. #LongBeach

[@skatiesadiemator5948]

Oh, but girl when you fall ya feel that age in your bones!

[@audra4242]

I’m glad you uploaded this! I was using the indoor technique outside and i was wondering why it was so hard to get over cracks. I can’t wait to try this!

[@jhowardsupporter]

do the wheels get stuck real easy on small stones? blades don't really get stuck on anything but take a long time to get in and out of so its not great for going to the shops.

[@RayRay-nn4wk]

Me too Audra.

[@dawnspencer8414]

Girl me too! I've been so scared to go on sidewalk because of it lol

[@sarahdowling2478]

Yes me to and I thought I had to go buy softer wheels as I’m using 80a

[@kiaradeandrade1348]

This saved my life

[@gailsgrandplan3561]

Skating outdoors is terrifying! I'm in the UK and our pavements are full of potholes, weeds and dogsh*t. I have been really struggling to find somewhere nice and flat. Our street is lovely and quiet, but it's very bumpy and has a lot of inclines. I'm going to keep trying it though. I'm not confident at stopping quickly but I really think watching this video will help as I've also been using the indoor skating method, so probably have been making things harder for myself. Thanks Deb!

[@irishcountrygirl78]

I used to roller skate in the town as a teen in Ireland and yes you gotta be alert and ready to bail 🤣. I wanna skate again only with my little girl now...

[@marychadwick4727]

Just bought skates. Was inspired by watching these cool cats in america thinking I could just step outside into the sunshine. But alas, like you say the UK pavements are not great plus the constant wet weather is not conducive to skating.

[@baegcikny]

As a kid I always skated at my school with my friends. Now as an adult trying to learn again, schools are still a good place to go: open flat pavement for playground games means smoother going for my skates. If you can find an outdoor basketball or tennis court in a park, that works, too. Just be sure to leave if someone comes wanting to use it for its real purpose.

[@honeyofoats5619]

do you ever skate at midnight? becasue no one is outside. i guess ts the best skate in the street if you can

[@Raciepie]

I found a local footy club that has a cemented area outside their change rooms!!!

[@TheMightyKinkle]

That intro down the hill was incredible

[@Tunenine]

You skate so elegantly cool that I was watching people watching you, ha haaa. Anyway as a kid we learned outdoors skating first because mom always send us outside, but adding the technicals is a major plus. Finally what a beautiful back drop.

[@Geo_Babe]

LBC, baby. I couldnt agree more. I moved here from NYC to get these views. Nothing like Long Beach, Calif.!

[@ebonyr.b.1216]

@@Geo_Babe I’m in Long Beach and simply googled how to skate outside, and was like “Ummmm is that where I think it is?!” That’s about to be the parking lot where I practice! Lol

[@Geo_Babe]

@@ebonyr.b.1216 Yes girl!! Ive see Deb filming before while in the lot and been star struck! xo

[@robloxkat4788]

The floors in my house will leave a scratch every time you ride something on it that has wheels, so my mom is gonna send me outside

[@chosenone101]

Down with the butt....up with the gut...down with the butt...up with the butt...got it!

[@lollipoplover0017]

XD

[@monicaAAAAAAH]

gotta love butters saying that, lmfao

[@kekkle]

So twerk 👌

[@erinisamom2be]

speedyproductions100 lmao I was about to comment this.

[@2danniegrl]

This also makes me feel like I'm getting such a better work out too!! Annnd I really love the skates I bought too.

[@triphophoney2981]

Just turned 50 and suddenly remembered how much joy I took in roller skating as a child. Looking forward to picking up where I left off. Your videos are truly helpful and I'm so deeply appreciative of the work you and your team put into this!

[@In_time]

Coolest 👏🏻intro👏🏻EVER!!!!👏🏻 😂😂 Thank you for these outdoor vids, Deb!! No one is touching on this stuff the way you do!! Love you long time!!! Keep em’ coming!!! (Why is there no skate emoji yet?!? 🧐😝)

[@lokzie171]

You might love channel @indy jamma jones

[@mammadingo9165]

🏃🎿 i agree ... surely it wont be long they should just create a pre emptive emoji setting

[@sarb1943]

@@lokzie171 was just gonna say that

[@chasebuccaran8447]

⛸ this is the closest thing I can find

[@KaiKimberlite]

⛸ with wheels would be good

[@laurawolfe6100]

Lmao "almost that time when all the weirdos come out"

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

You must live in LB :)

[@tobycutler80]

@@Dirtydeborahharry Eugene OR is about the same lol!

[@bluesapphire98able]

Learning to skate outdoors this is SO HELPFUL!!! You break everything down and it's really easy to understand and follow. Could you please do a video on skating on uneven,old sidewalks? I have them all over my neighborhood

[@mouth1211]

Me toooooo Luna!!!

[@lindsey7877]

Ooh this would be so useful. Me too!

[@tarotvisions]

Great video...Informative and user friendly. I have been skating outdoors since the 70's - grew up in Naples Long Beach. I am close to 60 now and still skating outdoors. I look forward to your videos. A kind warm thank you...

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Hell yeah!!!!!!!!!

[@wandastatton7781]

tarotvisions wow this great , there is someone else who my age and can skate :) thanks

[@bigvalley4987]

Wanda Statton I am 58 am inspired to continue to pick up skating.🥰

[@mammadingo9165]

Thankyou for keeping the inspiration flowing im in my 30s and was too nervous to keep trying but now im convinced ...great exercise and ffun! i will keep trying to skate.💕💖

[@NoName-xc4hk]

Ok boomer

[@Newzchspy]

Find a smooth area and get ready to fall on your tushie!! DDH, your transitions are beautiful!!

[@lisaschwab710]

OK, I had no idea outdoor and indoor were different and I have been busting my ass outside for a week trying to bring back my 80s-90s skating rink glory to no avail. It's so hard! I can't wait to try these techniques now. THank you!

[@jon888ish]

My Girlfriend loves to Rollerskate, and these videos have taught me alot so that I can join her and have a good time. Thanks bunches!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Skate love! :)

[@crustinagohard9049]

That is friggin cool man

[@plastiqbeach7487]

thats so sweet

[@chromecuty]

best skating video ever! hands down...I'm 40 and after growing up a rink rat I'm ready to get back into skating. Still learning all over again, thank you 😊

[@jennytaylor3324]

Same for me at 43!

[@2danniegrl]

THIS IS ME!!!!! THIS OUTSIDE SKATING makes me feel like the biggest "non skater". Techniques are that different and I never honestly thought about it. I'm so excited to see I'm not alone in my new adventure!

[@bernadette73501]

Me too! I’m 40

[@RayRay-nn4wk]

Sounds like me, I'll be 44 next month!!👍

[@leonacoburn5852]

48 Rink rat all through school Played roller derby 39-42

[@Jess-ek9rf]

To me, you are the ultimate example of a derby girl. I thought they'd be tough and mean but they are so kind and helpful! love from Australia ❤️🐨

[@erinarndt7592]

I love all her catchy sayings! it makes it way easier to remember!

[@mammadingo9165]

"Down with the butt up with the gut".. . I agree

[@alexisbyrd9569]

I am just now learning how to skate outdoors this was so amazing and helpful thank you so much !!

[@leonacoburn5852]

Or change out wheels

[@karenorme7109]

Glad you mentioned about the gear! Protective gear is cool. Great tips and video and breakdown

[@FcknAwsm]

Why can't you live in the Midwest. You are the best teacher ever. 😭 I need you for priv lessons.

[@YoYoItsHaylee]

Your charisma and voice are just so inviting. You’re an excellent teacher, thanks for the tips!! Xx

[@NatashaEstrada]

The absolute basics starting with a big ass hill. This reminds me of the time Andre tried to teach me how to ride a bike by convincing me the best way for me to learn was for him to push me down a hill on the bike.

[@melstar926]

Natasha Estrada I feel like that was a preview of what comes next but your comment still made me laugh

[@NatashaEstrada]

@@melstar926 I will tell you to this day I STILL don't know how to ride a bike.

[@RodneyAndMeVideos]

That's how my neighbour taught my brother and I to cycle! Sent us down a hill with our feet off the pedals. It worked for us but my god I was terrified

[@lisztomania1317]

My grandpa taught my mom how to drive by sending her down a steep twisty hill

[@2danniegrl]

HILLS AND ME ARE NOT FRIENDS RIGHT NOW!!! Not even slight hills, 🤦‍♀️

[@abrit5000]

Thank you for another awesome tutorial! I had no idea that the weight distribution is different for skating outside! And thank you for the mention about wearing the gear. I have to remind myself sometimes that my parts are more valuable than other people's opinions - or looking "cool." Thank you, lovely. Have a beautiful weekend!

[@quelquun2018]

The way she glided off the sidewalk. WOW😮😮😮😮😮 Almost as if it was an even surface

[@tonypeters267]

She's as smooth as glass !

[@ballonbeestje]

Dutch pavement is all tiles and I'm constantly shaking in my skates, but I'll try again later this weekend. I need to practice on one of the smooth bike lanes we have.

[@cup4042]

Maartje Swart i’m not so sure about the netherlands but in belgium it’s so fun to skate by the canal! the bike lane goes on for kilometers and it is very flat!

[@AditiSingh-ie6fy]

Sorry this is way too off topic but can you tell me why the Dutch are called Dutch?

[@ballonbeestje]

@@AditiSingh-ie6fy Well that's kind of a long story. Basically the whole territory of what would later become the Netherlands and Germany were called Dietsland, if I'm not mistaken. Germany called itself Deutschland, we became the Nether-(as in low) Lands. But we kept the adjective in English. For more info, check out Etymonline! :)

[@AditiSingh-ie6fy]

@@ballonbeestje tysm

[@moonbeamsbecca]

Ja gwn op de fietspad oefenen, is veeeeel beter!

[@yeslmm2296]

YASS QUEEEN ✨👸🏼 you are like a skating guardian angel but way more bad ass!! Love your videos!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@cristinereeve4002]

I am 51 and Dirty Deborah must be as old as I am, and I love her for her enthusiasm and her free spirit! I think she is AWESOME! !! You are my role model and inspiration for when I get the nerve up to get on skates. THANK YOU!!!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Well said!

[@kristalburns3490]

You need to talk about good toe stops, especially if one is going to bomb hills.Oh and good job Xavier!!!!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Oh yes! I love using toe stops and using them will be included on the next video for hills!

[@tabithabex]

You are adorable ! ❤ my friends and I, in our early 50s, have just returned to skating after a 40 year break. We don't have a rink in our area, just a five mile stretch of promenade by the seafront so this tutorial is invaluable, thank you. So glad to have found you and thank you for all your wonderfully clear and fun tutorials ! Morecambe Lady Skaters Senior Chapter salute you !! ❤

[@giovannam925]

Awesome. 55 here and back at it after 15 years but was roller blading after 30. Practicing in my back yard. Roller rink this Friday🤗🤗

[@ACandRC]

I've been rink skating forever and just started outdoor skating and I feel so enlightened by this. Scissors, why didn't i think of that! Lol

[@SeraJanelle]

I like that surprise snare drum music in the background 😂

[@thisismylovehandle]

I'm so impressed by your mohawk stops (is that what they're called). I'm really determined to get those down. I use ploughs and occasionally my toe stop. But being able turn at speed and put two toe stops down seems critical. I've been skating at the park while my kids play, there was a little boy trying to learn to skate. I helped him out, it was awesome.

[@mandybarlow]

Kellee Hicks you'll be able to transition at speed to mohawk in time. As you get more confident, increase your speed. Incremental improvements over time. Learning or improving is more fun than being good 😊 👍

[@thehark6247]

We call them tomahawk stop.

[@kru6akru6a]

Hello Dirty Deborah Harry! Greetings from Bulgaria (a country in Southeast Europe). I love the way you say your name at the beginning of each video - it sounds like some kind of mantra, it’s very euphonious. I got my skates three weeks ago and I had to wait one week to the snow to melt so I can finally try them. Here in my country there is no such huge culture of roller skating as in America. We don’t even have roller skate rinks (only ice rinks). Also our streets are mainly constructed by cracks, holes and any kind of bumps. At least some park alleys are fine. But all of this can not stop me from skating, so enough of it. While I was waiting the snow to go away, I started to watch your videos. And I want to tell you - THANK YOU, Dirty Deborah Harry! Thank you for being so great and passionate teacher!

[@rachelamber3227]

Damn if only I didn’t live literally on the other side of the US. I’d definitely get lessons from Deb

[@memorizeitwithmusic612]

Me too!!! Thankful for these video tutorials! 🙌🏽🤩

[@maryjohayes4732]

I really enjoy watching your videos. As someone who was a good skater in my MUCH younger years......I can't believe how much came back to me (that I forgot) as I watch the videos. Now that I am older (50's) I want to rediscover my love of skating while doing a great aerobic activity. I am definitely rusty, but your videos help me understand how to do it safely without injuring myself. Thank you for making such fun and informative videos!

[@charissasmith4289]

The most awesome woman ever! What a great teacher. I have an urge to strap on my skates and give outdoor skating another try. Keep them coming, the production value is real and awesome!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Thank you!!!

[@emmytiller4447]

As skating again increases in popularity and How To videos are becoming more available, you are STILL the only one touching the right points... without any kind of self idolisation or vanity. I've watched a number of outdoor skating videos and you are the only one who has talked about weight being on the back foot and skating by going "down with the butt, up with the gut". So great Debbie, I love the way you teach... thank you! Really connecting with your outdoor content, as rinks are still closed here in Melbourne Australia and outdoor is the only option!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Thank you so much for the feedback. I have been through 3 resurgences in roller skating ;) I am so happy that new people join and that others are offering instruction. I will just keep doing what I do and hope to always make a positive impact. p.s. I LOVE AUSSIES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@emmytiller4447]

@@Dirtydeborahharry Well I love you! I love that you do things your way! I feel like you serving up your brand of weirdness does make a positive impact! PS. It was me who literally yelled "DUCK!" while I was skating the other day and shared on Instagram stories, haha. I think the little girl in front of me pooped herself... thanks so much Ms. Dirty xx

[@kirstensabin6253]

Wow she has got some skills. I love it when in the title she says the absolute basics. Also her videos are so addicting. I liked this video and i subscribed to dirty school of skate.

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Thank you very much. I love to make sure every skater understands the essential skating skills :)

[@staceyegerton3653]

Dudette, you are AWESOME.x Skates were practically my footwear as a kid, but once i became a teen i lost that love. Now as a fully fledged grown up, i have rediscovered a true love.x Thank you for your skate wisdom, and the joy that you have for this magical gift of wheels on feet. I love that you still have your inner child glow, and you are making this process for me soooo much easier...especially after watching "Am i too old to skate?". Love and light to you and your crew.x.x.x

[@pupusaface]

Omg! That intro is badass! That Junipero hill scares the hell outta me

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

I teach private lessons. I will get you up and down that hill in one lesson :)

[@pupusaface]

@@Dirtydeborahharry yay!!! I can't wait to meet you! Expect me real soon 😎

[@estefaniacarrazco4252]

The restaurant I work for is opening up car hop and I bought my skates and you have been such a help to learning the basics. Within two days I’ve learned to control my speed, stop and control my turns without falling. I wear all the gear to keep myself safe hehe. Thank you so much! Keep up with the videos I truly enjoy them and they have been really helpful. I’m 28 and the idea of learning how to roller skate at this age seemed crazy but you have made it easy. Thank you again. God bless!

[@Blending_In_The_Crowd]

Big creds to Xavier and his bomb skating and shooting skills! ❤

[@leisathompson9139]

Im from the Bahamas.and just got my roller skates.i practice on our park daily. I watch you and try my best.so continue im enjoying this.yes, im a nurse at a psychiatric hospital.Skating is awsome It take s my mind of Corona

[@lollilua3890]

I LOVE THIS LADY her temperament her talent her voice her advice- everything. First video I've seen of her, already subscribed before it's even over !!

[@Katinamaria]

Thank you so much for this Video! I've only been skating again for three months. I last stood on roller skates when I was eleven years old, that was more than 35 years ago. Unfortunately, in my town, here in Germany, we don't have such a beautiful roller skating rink as I always see in your videos. But we have a very nice route along a river, about 5 km long. The asphalt is nice and smooth and you drive wonderfully through nature. The only problem: there are many small stones that often lie on the way. That's why I don't really dare to drive backwards. Thank you again for your video. It's always nice and feels like you're riding right next to you. ♥️♥️♥️

[@shraz9300]

I genuinely can't express how much I love your videos, and how much they really help! I just got my backward skate the other day (whoo) and props to the camera guy, because skating downhill is terrifying. Looking forward to your next outdoor skate video

[@samz8359]

You are a natural born teacher! I went back to skating after 30 years! Your videos were extremely helpful! Love your positive vibes and your energy!

[@Melissa-rh7ss]

I like skating the local neighborhoods, they are easy to learn techniques and they usually have good hills! Also another great video! Very helpful and the quality was still good! Dont worry too much, we love you!

[@shawnmoore8130]

DIrty, your advice about bailing out on the grass saved my teeth, face, skin, and life yesterday. This is why you should watch videos all the way through to the end viewers!!! Many thanks:)

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Awwww yeah!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@SimplyElan]

I’ve been skating outside for years and this is still very helpful information. Thank you!!

[@idontneednodoctor01]

Thank you dirty school for sticking to the “ lessons”in all your videos!! It seems every time I wanna watch an instructional video the host tries to become a comedian. And I keep saying “get to the instructional part”. So thank you your videos are very inspiring and refreshing!!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Happy to help! I love this comment too because sometimes I feel that I go into too much details and that is why viewers may dip out midway though but then .... I KNOW that I need to get the info out and I don't want to compromise.

[@imeldatoscano543]

What a super fantastic video. Loved the breakdown. You are a great teacher!👍🙏

[@jaimereis285]

So nice to be able to comment on these rides of yours seen by me in the parking lot by the Pacific Ocean. It's great to be able to learn new ways with you to be able to walk with one leg in front of the other and to be able to climb sidewalks in progress. Thank you so much Déborah for sending me this link of yours. Hugs from Jaime Reis.

[@heatherborn6842]

Yessss! So helpful! My husband and I live in Long Beach and got married 2 years ago at the art museum right above where you’re skating! SO excited to get my first pair of skates since childhood and learn!! Your videos are invaluable, mama. And your personality is infectious! Thank you for bringing your mad knowledge and skill to KZbin!!

[@llb7990]

Cute outfit, and so nice to watch Debbie skating outside

[@yemmi1385]

I watched the first 10 seconds like 30 times just in complete awe

[@jaimereis285]

Very good Déborah in the car park, it feels really good see you skating with one foot in front of the other and the new leg changes you made by alternating the back of the foot to the front. New harder exercises. I really enjoyed seeing you walking and going up and down the sidewalk curb. That method of climbing stairs while standing still I can do. I will continue to see all your new videos that you publish Déborah. Have a good day on Friday the 17th. Hugs from Jaime Reis.

[@kristidelashmutt3127]

So dope how she actually skated through the debris to show us how it’s done!

[@mjwritesbooks]

I recently ordered roller skates. They haven’t even come in the mail yet but I’ve been watching your videos in preparation! I just wanted to say you’re a great teacher and say everything so clearly and in a way that’s easy to understand!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@luttergloss101]

Is it normal for you legs and feet to tense up alot when your learning how to skate? It makes my feet cramp up lol

[@aestheticallypleasingaesth8941]

Daniris Ocasio Yeah, it also happens when I ice skate

[@aestheticallypleasingaesth8941]

Just try relaxing your feet a little

[@tourmii]

oh no i get foot cramps all the time already and i'm waiting for my skates in the mail :O

[@raypatton4670]

@@tourmii same lol

[@Mazikeen1809]

I literally got new skates today after not skating for years. So watching these videos is really helping me prepare for re-learning again

[@CindyBallreich]

I'm watching this at work and wishing I was there. That parking lot is like home. Tiny Car!!! Woot!!

[@andrewstevenson3807]

Skated on the streets of Stoke on Trent England growing up as a teen in the 90’s. There were no flat areas and everywhere was full of debris! I’m just starting to teach my 7 year old son and your channel is giving me some great refreshers! It’s amazing what you forget after 22 years!

[@margeauxmcclelland3338]

These are such great tips! Skating outside is my goal, so I will be practicing these tips! Looking forward to your next video because where I live is a little hilly, and I could use tips on controlling speed. Thanks for everything!

[@grobinson1231]

I DID IT!! I tried outdoor skating (for the the 5th time 😂😂😂😂)... And I DIDN'T FALL OR ☠️!!! Tons of scissors, no hills and little debris, but...Oh, man ..I almost forgot to go 🏠😂😂🎲 even heard you in my head as I stumbled, once and 😂😂😂😂❤️❤️❤️

[@ritaoshun]

I skate at a secluded park in the early morning. There is usually a few cars so I can practice safely until I’m good to skate with a lot of noise and distractions

[@fosteringleaders9872]

I am 50 years old and re-learning to skate, one of my favorite hobbies as a child and teenager. Thanks for the lessons, very informative, entertaining and easy to follow steps. ❤☺️

[@Mz.M.2757]

Omg me too! Bought some new cycling cleats, skates next a my own bowling ball and shoes. I love treating myself. Lol. Happy safe skating!!

[@DLinton]

I'm interested in quick directional changes/dodges. Are there efficient ways to do that? Running in grass [bailing] is not much of an option where I am [in NYC].

[@mouth1211]

Yeah what Shilvio said!!! Lol, I'm in Cleveland, OH, so this applies to me as well. =)

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Great video suggestions!! I will do this!

[@AJDwatching]

In the meantime, I found planetrollerskate's video on this really helpful!

[@DLinton]

@@AJDwatching link please

[@uursullla]

Yeah seem like the only skating ring is the peir downtown Brooklyn their no indoor rink

[@erroniousmcleese]

I am loving all these videos, especially "tighten up your snack area" ❤

[@nnatahhh]

I love wearing my gear and for some reason it gives me more confidence! Love the video, much appreciated!

[@troytucker9104]

Thank you for the videos. I'm 54 and recently decided to skate at the rink with my granddaugter. I was average skater but never skated outside. Because of this video i skate outside daily. Your techniques saved me several times. Thank you.

[@tomrusso7360]

Perfect video for alternative skating (outdoors) during covid SIP and our favorite rinks closed. Tell us about outdoor wheels, like I use road hogs and skate stops...much thx

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/iaLYZqeunNd5mas Watch this video :)

[@emmasdailyweeklyvlogs8569]

I love your videos. You’re my favorite skate teacher to learn from. You explain everything to clear. I’m doing this tomorrow 🥰🛼💖

[@airplainchild]

I love the outdoor sounds... would love to be outside right now...

[@AnnLeiSoCal]

Years later and this is still a great video to learn from. Thanks Dirty!

[@lindabeebe7065]

Pretty skates! What kind are they? Great advice. Also, a mic 🎤 muff is just essential when filming outside. But great job, I can’t wait for more from you. Your obvious love of skating and teaching really comes through. 👍🏼

[@abeandwill]

Debra thanks for all the great videos. I'm in New Jersey and have just started skating at the age of 69. I never skated as a child so its completely new to me but I'm enjoying it a lot. You've showed me so many great tips. Thanks, Thanks, Thanks!

[@olivia-magalisoleil8631]

I love your videos and energy✨💖✨. AWESOME tutorial! Practice makes progress👍🏽. More outdoor videos please. Thank you 😊 Deborah and cam dude!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Thank you so much! I will do my best.

[@ianthomson3718]

Thanks for this. Just got my outdoor skates yesterday (Sure-Grips, of course, and made sure to tell them "Dirty Debbie sent me.") Got my homework now to do at the rink this weekend. 64 and only been skating for a few weeks. Obsessed!! ❤

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

I am so excited for you!

[@proverbs6265]

You make it look so easy that's why you a "grand master roller"✌

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

ahahhahaha! Thank you :)

[@flowersandfilms4159]

Can I just say that I LOVE this woman! Her personality and humour makes her videos not only super educational but also super interesting. I'm a beginner and I'm learning so much between her and Indy Jamma Jones from Planet Roller Skate. They make me super excited to just go out there and skate! Much love

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Thank you so much for your kind words! Fun fact … Indy and I live in the same town :)

[@MystiqueRisingSun]

Curbs are easy. Just jump them! LOL Granted...that may come easier to me since the rink I grew up at actually HAD a curb. Don't know why they built it like that. There was a step down onto the floor, though. About 3-4 inches, so, it really was like a...carpeted curb. Every regular there learned to just skate on the carpet as fast as possible and jump off it at a very early age! LOL

[@2danniegrl]

Our rink too! However, that was a whole lot easier back in my teem age years. Then again I also have had 4 different surgeries from injuries over the past 20 years, so I'm also a little more skittish

[@luxomatix]

mine has one too hahaha

[@bettinaevans8440]

Your videos are awesome! I’m 37 just starting roller skating, used to roller blade casually 20 years ago! I’ve been watching your videos before going down the street to practice while my older son rides his scooter and am learning a lot! I’m home with my kids during this pandemic and this has given me something to work towards that is fun, outside, and I can have my kids on their scooters with me. Thanks for the content!

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

So happy you are getting out their with the kids! You are creating lifelong memories!

[@XiomaraDV]

This is so helpful!! Thank you so much and you are such a ROCKSTAR

[@hyadarooko]

On one hand im reassured that for at least most of the absolute basics of outdoor skating i already had been using correct technique on the other hand wow! Im blown away by how smoothly you make it around all the outdoor obstacles and how easy you make it look! I primarly skate outdoors and i definitely see myself get more confidemt around routes i skate often however i only took notice of that fact when you pointed out beginners should pick one area for practice. Thanks for this video and for highlighting that just skating outdoors isnt specific enough practice because now i know how to approach improving these skills in a more organised and planned way 👍👍

[@CTS55555]

I need to find outdoor areas with smooth pavement. The parking lot and trail I tried earlier had too many pebbles.

[@davidmoore344]

Excellent tips. I have skated and skateboarder a lot in my life. The stop technique is like snow skiing. I get a lot of it but don't have the terms. You do a good job teaching. Good detail.

[@danielleortiz5026]

You’re so incredible at explaining body mechanics & you inspire me to practice harder ❣️❣️❣️ You’re my #1 tutorial queen! ♥️from Texas

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Thank you so much. Sometimes it is difficult to explain technical skating skills in a manner that is enjoyable to watch so I appreciate this comment.

[@OGSarah]

Dirty Deb is the coolest chick and I love how encouraging she is for new skaters. ♥️

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

I LOVE NEW SKATERS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@madelinemurphy122]

Love your video so informative! Thank you!! Xoxo

[@XxEmmJayxX]

Omg this helped me so much. I never understood why i felt so unstable when skating outdoors even on flat concrete and asphalt. Now i know that i have to skate differently. Thanks so much!

[@Littlemsdaisha]

I'm on day 2 of practice and my inner thighs are reallly feeling the scissor motion 🦵🏾

[@FrilledMayfly_AmberlyFerrule]

I bought a pair of roller skates today on a whim. I had bulky terrible Barbie skates as a kid (the kind with all the wheels in a line) and maybe wore them like 3-4 times. Then I wanted to be one of the cool kids and get heelies sneakers with that little back wheel, never ever even got close to actually trying. Then at one point as a kid, i got invited to a birthday party at a roller rink, I fell a lot but the normal four wheel skates weren't nearly as scary as my other "attempts" at skating. I like the idea of skating outdoors to get from point A to B and man... skates sure are pretty! Hopefully this time I'll stick with it, I have a feeling I will! Extremely glad these kinds of videos show me what to look at for and stuff!

[@jadynh5402]

You are so informative. I got skates purely for skating to high school but I had trouble bc I didn't know how to properly stride and place my feet (I also thought the roads were way too damaged and crunchy. But i guess you can go through those!!) And I learned so much from this video And the other one you did. You are truly amazing And I hope you never stop these vids.

[@jamesofnewzealand396]

I love your channel. I'm an old skool 80s skater and wanting to get back into it for cardio and exercise and your videos are helping me remove the rust. I still have about 90% balance but it's just remembering the basics and thanks to you, I'm moving through it quickly. Keep it up DDH. Love the name!! Greetings from New Zealand :D

[@carolineb7617]

could you please put a little tutorial how to go over those cheese graters? the yellow metal plates with all the bumps on them. i’m terrified to go over them. I actually skate at a local highschool! so much open space with the tennis&basketball courts

[@ertfgghhhh]

I skate tennis courts too

[@carmenarrabal5466]

Love this woman ! She’s real and I enjoy learning from her 😃

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

Thank you Carmen 😀 I appreciate that!

[@sankeerthrao8531]

U should make a video on jam plugs or just different types of toe stops

[@Dirtydeborahharry]

will do!

[@pappystern2955]

Great idea. I stopped using toe stops when I first began training on the banked track for the Roller Derby. Inadvertently, it forced me to become a much better skater, having not to depend on my toe stops. My balance substantially improved. Hockey stop both forward & backward too

[@nicgeb82]

Hi Deb! I found your videos and I'm completely obsessed with skating now! I haven't skated in well over 15 years. I bought myself some "Toy" (learned that from your video lol) skates and upgraded the wheels to Atom Pulse wheels. I'm so excited and can't wait to start skating! Thanks so much for putting out such fun, energetic and informative outdoor skating tutorial videos!! You rock!!! 👍💕👍💕