WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU GET NEW ROLLER SKATES! Watch this before putting on your roller skates!

[@QueerGirlStraightSkates]

In this video: Y3 tool: collabs.shop/1olsrf If you need roller skates/accessories: pigeonskates.com use code REBEL for 5% off your whole purchase moxiskates.com/REBEL for $5 purchase of $15 or more cheerstothequeers.com for LACES and skate accessories!

[@1stgenwealthy]

Can you do more “skate maintenance ” videos? Like will my trucks get loose over time? Do I need to tighten my wheels over time? How often do I change my wheel? Do I change the oil? Chile, I don’t know lol 🤷🏾‍♀️😂

[@happy1bday23]

Lmaoooo I’m crying not change the oil .

[@detotheanna]

Lmao this!!!

[@hopeahooper]

I need these answers too!! hahahaha

[@Andra9218]

Omg yes!!! Thiss! 🤣🤷🏽‍♀️

[@QueerGirlStraightSkates]

YES!

[@paperkid73]

“Queer Girl Straight Skates” Seems like a channel for me.

[@annemaki9596]

Exactly, what I have thought :D

[@justyourfellowduck]

Yessss

[@ScrapsGoob]

Definitely

[@j0sie.b3an]

Ikr

[@DbBujo]

Succinct and charming

[@alifritts608]

I say this with the upmost respect and kindness- I get major Perry the Platypus vibes from the color scheme of that couch and I am HERE for it

[@QueerGirlStraightSkates]

i loveeee it.

[@t4tra]

I see it omg

[@cellafoligno7910]

Thanks. Now I have the song stuck in my head.

[@kthy31]

@@cellafoligno7910 Peeeeeerry! Perry the platypus

[@mcelestin]

when you see it you cant un-see it! LOL

[@QueerGirlStraightSkates]

To everyone saying I am supporting impala, I am not, I simply needed a pair of skates in the box in order for this episode to make sense. Pigeon graciously gave me these skates so I could make this video. I am not saying support impala, and I am also not judging those who have impalas. I’m simply making a video for all the new people who just got skates with literally the only new pair of skates I could get my hands on.

[@mercedes6915]

Don't worry about those people. Any hoot, thank you for this video....greatly appreciated.

[@lunirollerskate696]

Hi Rebel I loved the video with you showing us your skates I would love to see a video about that again but just with all Shove skates✨❤️????? Like if you also would love that 👇

[@bonitapinky26]

I wish they would sell that color again. They are seasonal but I don't think they are selling that color anymore. Ill take them off your hands 🙋🏽

[@fizz8912]

What's happened with the impala situation? Someone enlighten me pls🥺

[@bonitapinky26]

@@fizz8912 nothing its just she a moxi skater and a brand ambassador. And she is not indorseing impala skates.

[@angelina3087]

You are the sweetest person. It’s so disheartening whenever I see more experienced skaters gatekeeping the community and judging other for cheaper and less-quality skates. It’s important to understand what you are paying for though, and you provided that information so well while being so kind!

[@Ranixo286]

Yeah exactly. Unfortunately Impalas do not hold up that long so people should be aware of that.

[@kyndread71]

Just turned 50 recently, and haven't skated since I was a teenager. I felt like I was 10 years young again, after getting back onto skates last night. Couldn't understand why I was having so much trouble, until I watched this video -- the skates had very loose trucks, which gave me a lack of control. Awesome video, thank you!

[@Regi254.]

I’m 59, grew up on skates. But it’s been several years since I’ve skated. Got me some Foxy skates…not sure about quality bc I always bought my skates from the store at the rink and they were good plus they did all the pretrip work for me. So, I get my skates and try to skate and it was so hard! I thought to myself, maybe I’m just too old for skating. I put them away for a month and decided to try again. I tried to roll a wheel w my hand and discovered the wheels didn’t even make a complete circle. Trucks were tight. So I began my research and I found this channel. Yay! I understand much more now. But I can only get one wheel loosened w the skate tool I bought. Our local skating rink no longer has a skate store. But at least I have a solution and hopefully will get these wheels turning! Happy skating!

[@isaacnilsen5183]

I got my first pair of skates four days ago and have been skating for 3/4 of those days for hours, and i think im getting lowkey addicted. I just loosened the wheels properly earlier today and the difference is a lot bigger than i thought. Thanks for making these videos, they really helped me a lot when beginning as i've been binge-watching you for weeks before my skates came and you've made the learning process so much easier and im feeling confident that im actually gonna be able to skate well one day:))

[@wavykidd8126]

ikr skating is ADDICTING

[@kandaceemily5045]

That's awesome! What brand of roller skates do you have? I really want to start skating, but I'm not sure which ones to get.

[@isaacnilsen5183]

@@kandaceemily5045 the brand is called Story, idk if its available everywhere. I live in norway and the only way to get skates that i could justify the price off for being a completely new skater without having to buy really expensive, really shitty, or pay a shitton of tax and import fees:/ im gonna guess theyre about equivalent to the rainbow rollers or other skates around $100. They have a metal plate and bolt on toe stops, and i just painted on the suede with thinned out acrylic paint to make them my own:) im also going to get some new wheels and such for them soon!

[@eureekawilliams6297]

I didn’t do none of those things when I first got my skates I need to find my tool. I don’t know what questions to ask I’m beginner

[@rachhhnicole]

so glad my husband is experienced with longboards & could help me with skate tools and how to work with wheels & trucks!!

[@judyhayes3623]

Thanks for this video. I just decided to buy a pair and teach myself. As a kid, I went to the skating rink every Sunday but was too afraid to skate. Now I have courage. Wish me luck!!!

[@retajchannel4999]

hope you do fine on it ,, pls can you gave me the link of the skate roller on amazon

[@cielciakalon3671]

@@retajchannel4999 the ones in the video ? i don’t think it’s on amazon but you can check derbywarehouse for skates

[@heyyou1162]

How is the skating going? I order a pair two days ago so I am just looking at how to videos.

[@clarewood7262]

This was such a life saver! I've been skating for five days and had NO IDEA that my wheels were too tight. I was getting on okay, but also couldn't work out why I couldn't do a c sweep or go backwards even slightly. Then I loosened them and immediately fell over backwards. Which was also my first fall! So hooray! Also, thank you for the lacing video - I needed to get my heal further back into the, erm, heal but I was lacing them so tight to achieve this that my feet were killing me after 20 mins. Now I'm doing the cute little loop on the top two eyelets and I feel like I have new skates. Thank you thank you!

[@syreetachever289]

This was just what I needed for my new skates. Thank you

[@innosense420]

Can you make a video of necessary/recommended equipments to keep your skates in good shape? How to clean your skates? Also when to know to buy new wheels or toe stoppers by the looks of it? New skater here and a new subscriber! This channel has been really helpful, thank you.

[@l.a.k]

I’d say maintenance depends on what skates you’ve got. Usually you can get by with your skate tools and the stuff you need to clean bearings with (at the very least some speed cream so the bearings will roll after you’ve cleaned them). If you have light coloured suede skates and you want to keep them pristine you could consider buying suede cleaner. You should probably get new wheels if they have a flat spot (a worn spot where the wheel is flattened because of T-stops or lots of sliding) or if you’re frustrated with your speed or agility and feel like you’ve outgrown your current wheels. It’s also a good idea to change your wheels if you decide to, for example, go to the skate park or to the rink. Adjustable toe stops should DEFINITELY be replaced when you see the stem of the toe stops poking out the other side. Preferably you replace them a little bit before this happens. Usually you have a dominant foot, and you can swap your toe stops before you’ll have to get a new set. Bolt on toe stops need to be replaced before you reach the bolt keeping it in place. If you don’t, and the bolt wears down because you keep braking on it, the screwhead will lose it’s definition and you won’t be able to take off your toe stop.

[@unieveland9198]

That’s it I’m addicted. I’m addicted to the falling, the injury, the motion, everything. I feel my own feet have a feeling when I see people skating and omg I want to skate but I don’t own my own pair and my ONLY ROLLER SKATING place is not open to the public and I’m 14 and broke af

[@strangerlikeme]

Broo im the same age as u and we’re legit in the same boat 😂😂

[@unieveland9198]

Finn the Hooman, I have a feeling ik who this is but like I’m not sure omg 😂😂

[@strangerlikeme]

Uno AMV lmaooo who is this

[@unieveland9198]

Aha Haha, do you have discord??

[@strangerlikeme]

Uno AMV yup

[@freedomthroughspirit]

I'd buy those skates just for that Impala box! 🤩 But seriously, thank you, so helpful.

[@Shawniej]

Omg so I haven’t skated in about three years and now my first personal roller skates. I tested them out and I wasn’t moving smoothly. I watched this and boom my wheels were not turning completely and I fixed them and I’m so happy to come across your channel. Thanks so much.

[@QueerGirlStraightSkates]

Yay! That's great :)

[@bagandbroad]

I thought I’d made a huge mistake buying skates, but doing all these adjustments (luckily I bought a tool already) instantly made it so much easier. Thank you!

[@MariahWilliams34]

I just got my skate a few days ago and I’ve been skating indoors. I thought I was crazy thinking my skates seem stiff, but you just help me to know that all I had to do is loosen my wheels. Thank you so much 😊

[@jayelizaoh19]

Girl, holy cow. I’ve had my beach bunnies since May but just recently got my Y3 tool in and this video was a LIFESAVER. My trucks were rigid, I don’t know how I was skating in them! Thanks for the awesome advice 💕

[@MNerestant83]

Would you suggest looser trucks for beginners? Haven't skated in two decades 🤔

[@inesecile4430]

@@MNerestant83 It depends on your preference. With looser trucks you have more movement and therefore it's less stable. Less loose trucks are more stable. So me personally would suggest to not loose them too much until you get comfortable in them an refind your balance on the skates. As soon as you wish more movement for piruettes and stuff you can loosen them up a bit, just not too much. Hope that helps :)

[@rockee1960]

I just started skating again , im 62 . My son bought me some bunnies . Prettiest skates ive ever owned but didnt realize i needed to adjust the wheels . I almost bust my butt several times and I was thinking “oh no ive lost it” but a friend at the rink told me to loosen my wheels . Omg what a difference it made!! Now im about to loisen these trucks and start back dancing 😂

[@leadchick]

I'm 65 and trying to remember some of what I knew back when. I also bought rolling bunny skates. They're adorable, well made and reasonably priced!

[@BooksAndCatnip]

Thank you for this video! I just got my first pair of Roller skates (Impalas) and had no idea that you should find what loose-/tightness you wanted in the trucks. Now that I loosened them a tiny bit, turning is way easier for me (turning is an option I couldn't figure out on tight trucks)! Also had no idea you should adjust the wheels, I had two that were to tight. This was great, thank you!

[@marianne1222]

I just got my skates out of the box and thought I was ready to roll but now I really am ready after going through the video and making adjustments. I was a rink skater in the 70's and now I am taking my skating outdoors. I am looking forward to more of your videos. Thank you for such a helpful and fun video!

[@jessiray3026]

Marianne same here outdoor is different. I'm still looking for the correct surface. Street roads (neighborhood) is like skating through mud... Sidewalks have a crack every other pace. I've been on some concrete that's decent and then all of a sudden surface texture changes and I feel like I've hit a barrier or yield sign and almost topple forward... Any suggestions? Rink ↔️ road skater....

[@lokeylady25]

Hello! I’m new to skating. Of course I did it when I was younger and it was so much fun, however, at 40 years old and getting bk out there after a couple of decades, I’m not seeing how this was EVER a fun activity for me in the past 🥵. So I thought it would be a great way for my 16 yr old daughter and I to bond( she loves to skate) and also a great way for me to stay active and healthy at my age. Brought my first pair of skates and I was SUPER excited! They are beautiful the Impala rose gold ones. I’ve taken them to the rink 3 times now and each time I’ve had to take them off and go with skates loaned to u at the rink which were way WAY more comfy. My Impalas feel very hard on the inside. I’m also flat footed so I feel like my flattened wide feet are rubbing up against the hard inside wall of the skate. Then, even with the loaner rink skates, they are more comfortable but my shins hurt tremendously!! And my back. So at this point I honestly feel like giving up on skating when I want to love it so bad. I’m even taking lessons but each time I leave the rink I feel discouraged and like maybe this isn’t my thing. 😩any advice?? I’ve had the wheels loosened a bit. I’m also wondering if this is a common complaint with impalas as far as them being a “hard” skate? Like the shell of the skate is hard, like it’s impossible to break in. I’d love your, or anyones feed back. Thanks…..oh, also I read your comment about supporting Impalas…..again I’m a newbie……is there something I should know about the Impala brand??? I just got excited about getting bk out there to skate, looked on line for a pair and impalas were affordable and cute so I didn’t know really what to look for

[@jesschick]

I really like my Impala's, its my very first skate. Moxi's are gorgeous and once I have committed enough to skating I'll definitely upgrade

[@emmaeileen]

Were yours squeaky at all when you first got them? I just got my first pair yesterday and they’re hella squeaky - like the vinyl, not the wheels I don’t think. Hope you’re still loving skating, I want the Moxi’s too when I have committed properly! ❤️

[@honeybee4111]

Moxi’s are def overpriced and just paying for a name brand. Impala s*cks tho. I really like my Candi Grl skates and want to get a pair of VNLA’s soon because they’re the best quality for the price

[@dynamicdiamond6555]

@@emmaeileen hello! I’m not the person who you asked the question but mine are squeaky because I just got them they will probably be better once my crab tool comes in and I’ll loosen my wheels and the leather won’t be squeaking when it’s breaked in

[@kajlihalilovic4438]

@@honeybee4111 Are Moxis bad in anyway? I’m planning on purchasing Rainbow Riders when they come back in stock.

[@arielnapenas8240]

@Emma Eileen, I heard another youtuber talk about the squeaking. It had something to do about the wheels (the very middle of the wheel), I cant even repeat what she said now. But it wont affect performance.

[@marybroome7865]

Thank you sooo much for this. I'm buying skates in Ireland soon. I'm 39 and have not skated since I was a teen. You made this so clear that I feel so confident about knowing how to fix or adjust my new quads.

[@heatherrfeatherrrle]

Just got my Impalas, Y3 tool, and protective gear, I'm ready!! I didn't think to check and adjust my skates before I start (a lot of people I know don't) so this video was SUPER helpful. Will be coming back for more beginner help, wish me luck!

[@eleyandipalma6746]

My friend always gets pedantic and technical about bikes and started to about skates/rollerblades that way as well, which gives me the irates, but I managed to sit through your tutorial, and thank you very much for that.

[@SamanthaLove4939]

Hands down, this is the most informative video on the Internet. I just bought skates yesterday wanting to teach myself and after watching this and making all the adjustments my skates feel so much better. Thank you so much 🥰

[@nicholemcleod8004]

Same, good luck

[@lunaazzurra7995]

Have just received my box of impala skates as a way to try keep fit in my middle age years...surely it's like riding a bike and I used to live on the things!!!! But already discovered not as easy as I remember!!!! And yes I freaked out about the paper stuffing inside when I tried the fit!!! Edit....hmmmm now I need to get the tools lol!!!!

[@tracyhuff494]

I am 46 and just bought roller skates for the first time in my life. Wanting to use them for exercise since wearing a mask in the gym is not for me. I was on skates a lot in my teens. Hopefully I’ll pick it back up in no time. Practice, practice, practice! Thanks for the tips!

[@marybroome7865]

Wow that's so cool to read this. I'm 39 and skated in my teens so been a 'while' haha. I'm so excited to get going but worried ill be crap when I used to be pretty good

[@mgal6234]

Ohhh me too except I am 50! Waiting for my new skates now!

[@ericjordan6059]

I'm 49 and started back skating in 2017 after a 20-year hiatus. Practiced A LOT since then and can do most all of those moves you see in these skate videos. Takes a lot of practice/work but is also good exercise.

[@mgal6234]

@@ericjordan6059 Hey thanks, you give me hope!

[@hartlepoolfolkfest]

just bought my first skates since my teens - and I'm older than you! Can't wait to get started.

[@serinahawley6634]

Thanks so much for your assistance. I only owned one pair of professional skates (Legends) since I was 16 yrs old (27yrs ago). Due to the last flood, they got ruined and had to be thrown out. My new skates (Perzcare) arrived this week. I couldn't figure why the wheels were so stiff and I couldn't turn them to skate backwards. After your tips, I'm back to skating like normal. Thanks again.

[@PhoenixPerryisawesome]

I would love to see an Impala upgrade video. Everyone talks about the issues and it would be great to see hacks around their issues. Some of their colors are so cute.

[@thepinkonesoterrify5267]

My Chayas get mistaken for impalas a ton, maybe if you want that you should check out some of those

[@mathieuavisse4623]

these skates are crap no need to improve them just throw em away

[@elizabethevanskiikka2184]

Fortunately, my spouse is a skateboarder so I had the truck check down. As someone who went to middle school in the etnies era of 2000s lacing is ALWAYS my first check for any new footwear (skates included). Team under-over. Ive had my Impalas/first pair of skates for just over a week now and love them. As a first pair they are perfect. We are in the depths of winter here in Finland so every day has been parking deck skate sessions, but so far so good. Hopefully I can skate around on the sidewalks in summer and hit up some skate parks this summer. This video did point out that I had one muddy wheel, but that is all cleared up now. Thanks for the tips!

[@itsmevivi_]

Just recieved my first pair of Impala Skates on Monday!! Im so excited and will be using them for the first time on Saturday (a lil nervous about that part...i have not skated regularly for years)...so glad I found this channel!! 🥰💕

[@candiesdiycorner]

Just ordered my 1st pair of skates since i was 17 i will be 45 on the 23rd and i love to skate went to the rink yesterday and i felt so free i cant wait and watching info vids ty for posting.

[@samyboscolo1652]

Got a new pair, started skating right away, one of my trucks were lose and I thought my rollers had some kind of manufacturing problem hahaha greaaat video

[@inaralatimore]

So happy I found your channel, I got skates about 5 months ago and I haven’t been on them since. Never checked them but now finding out that all my wheels are super tight and I don’t like how high my stoppers are.

[@jasminegood8467]

I wish I had watched this when I first got my skates. I was so excited and ended up on crutches. lol. As soon as my knee heals I’m gonna get back out there. Thanks for the tips!

[@-ALEXES-]

Your whole vibe is just pulling me closer to this channel

[@georginam2028]

I'm finally getting my beach bunnies today!! I'll be watching your tutorials alll weekend

[@nicholemcleod8004]

This is perfect! Thank you, just got my first pair of skates in 40yrs! Here's to me at 53 relearning & having fun with my grands. Thank you for this information

[@Vixx592]

I feel so prepared for checking everything once out of the box! I can’t wait to get my skates tomorrow :)

[@principledthoughts9506]

Her voice is so soothing. I'm going to take a nap with this playing. SO incredibly comforting.

[@Juanita_Randall]

I have never done anything to my skates. Never thought about it either, how totally clueless I was. Thank you for schooling me. I have been off of skates for many years. My balance and youthful strength has faded, but not my enthusiasm for skating.

[@AzazelWithWings]

My brother has skateboarded my whole life and Imm happy to say I remembered everything but the trucks!

[@MissBeckster]

My skates come in on Wednesday...excited and a little nervous to start learning. Your videos have been definitely giving me more confidence lol

[@ginajohnson3540]

My best friend bought me skates for my Birthday. I tried them tonight and shook like a scared noodle. It will take some getting used to, but skating is so much fun!!

[@katemcadam4622]

Sooo helpful. When I first started I couldn’t find any info and had no one to learn from skating was not fun until I adjusted wheels and trucks. Very important information provided.

[@QueerGirlStraightSkates]

Happy to help!

[@Farmhouseandvintage]

Just found your video. It was helpful. I’m 54 and growing up my friends and I used to go to the roller rink twice a week. They were great times. Over the years I’ve owned a few pairs of inline skates, but work and life got in the way of actually getting out there. I’ve been seeing a lot of skating online lately and I’ve come to find out there are a few rinks about an hour away from me. I’d love to get back into it . I though about getting a pair with outdoor wheels for a paved path near where I live. Would it be better to have the trucks looser or tighter for outdoor skating? I’m glad I found your channel. I’m going to check out some more of your videos. 💕

[@leahg3681]

I finally got the tool so I’m back watching the rest the vid and I’m getting on my skates today .. I live in Brooklyn so skating near the Verrazano bridge.. nice long smooth path!!

[@mackysmacks]

I’ve had my skates for months and this has helped me so much already

[@nerdsnoh3729]

I have the Impala flames in-line skates and I love them, I just wanted to make sure I was adjusting them properly for the best performance since I know they use high quality bearings

[@NB_Wildflower]

This is so helpful for me. I haven't skated since my tween years. I just got a pair of Moxi panthers and will give your channel a shout out when I get rolling!

[@AbLaV]

I've had a pair of skates for a while that I found at a thrift store but they were inside skates and there isn't really anywhere to skate inside anywhere near me. So I just bought (kind of impulsively) some outdoor skates and I'm so excited. I also didn't know you could change the trucks to be more or less stable??? Maybe that is a part of why I fall so often, besides having inside wheels on outdoor terrain. But it is nice to know I can do that for my new skates. Plus I picked up tools to repair some of the issues with my old skates, such as there not even being an insole. They hurt my feet lol

[@msannethr0pe]

thanks for showing a super close up focused view of the trucks, its very helpful. I wish someone would deconstruct a skate up close in a well lit room with a camera that focuses.

[@lansxlifestyle2230]

That was ridiculously helpful! I just got a pair of Angels Skates for Mothers Day and I was sooooo excited then quickly realized I knew NOTHING about skating lol So THANK YOU! Amazing video!

[@imminent_rueage]

Thank you! I just unboxed my Impalas yesterday and had no idea 🤣 lemme go check on those

[@thepartysjustbegun5557]

Literally the same thing happened to me today lol good luck, have fun 🙂👍

[@aansell5998]

I’m getting my first ever pair of skates delivered tomorrow! I’m so excited!!!

[@kimdersurprise]

I just got my first pair of rollerskates the other day! I got impalas. Thanks for making this video! I'm gonna get my partner to help me with the wheels and trucks tonight. I just wish the toe stop was adjustable, it feels so much shorter than I expected! Hopefully I get used to it. atm I suck at stopping but I'm getting better at bubbles for now thanks to yours & others tutorials! The first day I cried because it was so much harder than I thought, you guys make it look so easy! But the second day I improved heaps, I hope I can be as good as you one day!

[@ameliaky1998]

dude thank you so much for making these videos!! you're truly an icon and a legend lol i just ordered my first pair of skates and i feel so ready thanks to you and other folks making these awesome videos

[@Sockiepants]

This is sooo helpful especially for younger skaters like myself. For my C7 skates, you have to loosen the wheels a lot to get it free spinning and a socket set works GREAT for it btw

[@Phoe477]

Did not know how much I needed this video. Thank you! You’re style is always on point btw! Love it!

[@mothboop]

I've been skating since last May and this is the first time I've seen something about loosening the trucks!! Thank you so much!

[@HairHealth1]

I can’t help but notice your collection of skates in the background 😍😍😍 it’s like screw a bookshelf get a Skate shelf!!!! Lol

[@eefmomoo]

Aaaah that’s why they went so slow and it was not a fluent ride cornerwise. So grateful I found you video. Thanks you so much. I have the yellow beach bunnies and I adore them. Now to get that y3 tool

[@anja3221]

I just got my rollerskates yesterday, this came perfectly! Thank you so much!

[@elizabethwhitman28]

I just got my first pair of skates yesterday. They're impalas and this helps me so much. I was so excited I didn't even think about checking for paper in them 😅

[@its80uh]

THESE ARE SO GORGEOUS

[@joselynagoncillo8744]

I just got my pair of roller skates this week (april 10, 2022), and, I'm not a newbie skater, but, the last time I skated was about 30 years ago. I'm 67 and it's been pretty hard to get a pair of skates from 10 years ago. Thanks to online selling, I was able to get a new pair. Anyway, as I've said, I'm not a newbie skater, but I can say that at this time, maybe I don't know how to skate anymore. I have to try my new pair after this week. The point of my comment is actually about the condition of the wheels, especially of new pairs. The ones that I bought are definitely made in China. The bearings are ABEC-7 or 608zz, meaning, metal seal instead of 2RS or rubber seal. I removed them, all of them. I pried open the seals (one side only) and I found out that they did not have grease in them. Maybe a drop or two of oil was present, but no grease. And in one of them, 1 ball bearing was missing. They are wobbly, even after I put grease in them, but, a bit more stable than when no grease was in them. Another thing about these skates, when you advised us to loosen the nut on each wheel if they are super tight, and they tend to lock the wheel, this is something that makes things awful. The reason for the nut is to tighten the wheel and keep it tight or locked, that is why the nut used is a self locking type. This means, the nut should be tight, always. The question is, how come the wheels do not turn anymore when they are tight? This is what I am going to answer. How to make the wheels turn freely even when the nuts are tightened. I am a motorcycle mechanic. The wheels of motorcycles are rotating because of the set of ball bearings, left and right. The wheelset is installed onto the fork or rear swingarm with an axle, and held in place by a bolt and a nut, with the bolt acting as the axle passing through the 2 bearings. The nuts on the front and rear wheels are super tight. (9 kg/m2) This is very tight, and yet, the wheels are turning very freely. Why so? Because in between the two bearings is a spacer or a tube that fits the axle and the distance or length of this tube (spacer) is almost exactly the distance between the two bearings when installed onto the wheel. When the fastening nut is tightened, the inner races of the two bearings are kept tight by the spacer, so that the outer races of the two bearings can freely rotate, while the inner races of the two bearings are stationary. What does this mean? It means that even the wheels of roller skates need spacers. Without the spacer, when the nut of a wheel is tightened, it pushes the inner races of the two bearings inward, thus creating a not normal force on the balls on the outer races of the bearing. Oftentimes, when this force is high, or the nut is tightened, it fixes the movement of the balls and the races of the bearing and prevents the bearing with the wheel from turning or rotating. Seemingly, loosening the nut makes it turn, but actually, it does not solve the problem. You will be forced to be vigilant of the condition of the wheels so that you have to tighten or loosen nuts while skating. Because of the missing spacers, I was forced to fabricate 8 spacers using metal tubes from converted materials. I bought washers small enough to fit with the bearings snugly so that the wheels will rotate freely even when the nuts are tightened. When I was trying to configure the wheel on an axle, I was tightening so hard that the axle was almost pulled from the molding. The nuts must be tight, but not soooo much. So far, I have been successful. Next week will be skating time.

[@reneeshototodoroki4936]

Woo! Just got my moxi beach bunnies and I’ve never been so excited! Thanks for this video

[@egypti5355]

Shoto Todoroki When did you order them? Also what color did you get?

[@reneeshototodoroki4936]

Egypti I ordered mine in the start of may and I got the blue color:)

[@ggjude]

Periodt todoroki now you can skate on your ice 😭😭💀😭💀😭

[@reneeshototodoroki4936]

Eurie11e That was my plan lol

[@iyafengshui5739]

Thank you so much for instruction!! I just got my first skates and it's impala. I thought why i can not move in circles, only straight on. Now i know what to do, just adjust)))

[@courtneyhau8862]

never been this early EVER. when would be a good time to get new wheels for skates?

[@birdmadlady]

I am wondering the same thing because I already want to start buying wheels that I absolutely do not need.

[@missimperfectlyfine7]

just whenever they start chipping or wearing out i think

[@padme2552]

miss_booknerd yep

[@l.a.k]

I’d say when you start feeling limited by the size or hardness of your current wheels (or when they break or wear out of course). I changed mine when I started to get really frustrated because I wanted more speed and the ones I had couldn’t offer that.

[@gaviramirez7]

I got my first pair when I was 6 years old. I self taught myself and when ever you feel like it really. Once you teach ur self it’s almost impossible to forget. But yea it doesn’t matter how old you are as long as you can walk😊

[@MusicNatasha]

This video just popped up on my feed the day i got my skates in the mail. Talk about perfect timing! Great video very informative...especially for beginners like me!

[@anniiie3420]

just the video i needed, my skates arrive tomorrow!

[@lunirollerskate696]

That is today you get your skates!congrats, remember step 1-be exited😂✨🥳

[@anniiie3420]

Luni Rollerskate definitely!

[@lunirollerskate696]

Annie Desormes I Think you are the only one who liked my comment thanks😂✨🦋

[@anniiie3420]

Luni Rollerskate lol no problem 😹

[@lunirollerskate696]

Annie Desormes 😂😂✨ godnight where I live it’s almost Night 😴😮

[@Little_Miss_Perfection]

When my first pair of roller skates arrived, I was so excited that I only checked the heels and started ridding but thanks God, is everything all right. I loved the video and the colors of both are wonderful. Success~~🍒

[@reece2384]

If your a beginner skater, would it be beneficial to not losen the wheels?

[@poolhelm9764]

No it would just make learning I lot harder

[@stella717]

Well, if your really new to skating, I'd say its okay to start like that. But once you get the basic hang of it, then you should loosen it.

[@puropinchepretty]

I'm a beginner and loose wheels scare tf outta me. I'm so much more confident with tight wheels and a bit of a tighter truck. Tbh, it might be because I'm heavier set.

[@ericjordan6059]

It is better to loosen your wheels to the point they roll. I'm very experienced so I not only loosen my wheels (to the point they move a bit on the wheel axle from side to side), but I loosen my trucks, take off the stopper, have installed a shorter plate and slippery wheels.

[@maritzagonzalez5398]

Omgg my skates came in today and bc of you I also ordered the tool ! And omg this was soo helpful

[@tracidowning1813]

You're super cute and I love your personality! I use to skate competitively when I was a young girl, now I'm almost 50 and just bought skates! Your videos have helped me feel a little more secure on getting out there again! Thank you!

[@QueerGirlStraightSkates]

That is awesome! I love!

[@cr.r8479]

I got some new vanilla skates coming to me on Friday, i’m really excited I’ve never spent this much money on a pair of skates almost $500, I felt like I deserved a new pair of skates because I’ve been working so hard, I tried a few months ago some skates from Academy, some roller derby skates just to see if I wanted to get back into it, couple months after that I end up breaking the skates because I was really getting into it, so I decided to spend some money and get a good pair that fit me,

[@pameladalbozzo8320]

Where did you get that beautiful flower pillow?? Thanks for the tips! Just got my purple Lolly's yesterday.

[@learningeveryday1027]

I purchased some black impalas and they’ve been in my closet for a year. I need to adjust mine and it did come with the tool.

[@sabiner.4418]

Can u do a video about how to take care of your roller skates? X

[@mrholmes725]

Thank you.. I'm a beginner at roller skating and just ordered my first pair of sure grip roller skates..

[@agus_not_august]

what do you recommend if the wheels roll too fast on their own? ie, I can't even control the direction that i shift my weight or my speed because they roll out from under me

[@shawngraham8925]

I wish someone would answer this too. I’m thinking if we tighten the wheels. As she said the tighter the wheels it feels like you’re skating in mud. Maybe at the beginning that’s not a bad thing??

[@agus_not_august]

@@shawngraham8925 i’ve heard some mixed stuff on this, that tightening the wheels can help, but other people say you shouldn’t loosen the wheels, but i’m still a little unsure

[@fulano2oo7]

did you find a solution to that?

[@saoirse_flies]

I'm super late to this convo, but it might be a balance issue as well. Like if you're leaning backward even slightly, your feet are gonna roll out in front of your body and you'll fall on your butt. It's important to keep your head and torso in line vertically or even forward a little bit and use your knees to get closer to the ground so you'll be more stable. Shoutout to Dirty School of Skate, who posts amazingly helpful tutorial videos where I learned this.

[@ladyjrider666]

I came back looking for this video. Thanks so much for a comprehensive demonstration and tutorial.

[@rotay701]

Is there a “common dad tool” I can use beside the Y3?

[@christinenguyen7184]

I just use an adjustable wrench

[@swimminginthestars_]

i think it’s called a ratchet?

[@sam_milton]

Socket and ratchet will work perfectly

[@TheNickleChick]

If you have a tool kit for your car a lot of the small wrenches and Allen wrenches will work perfectly and sometimes better.

[@ananyaunlimited1606]

i got my skates 3 days ago for my bday i finally get how to check my skates. im really excited to try all of ur tips ur so helpful 💖💖 thanks!!!

[@_jaineee]

i got the same impala skates but in a different color, i got them in white with pink wheels+stopper and blue laces😀

[@sarahslmt]

Finally tried out my candigirl skates tonight! Thank god i started on my patio cuz i needed the railing. I got cocky... and then i fell 🤣 Might need to loosen my wheels a little. Next time, knee pads! lol

[@ramona7532]

this was SO much more helpful than the video roller skate nation sent me 😭😭 i am SO EXCITED!!

[@azaharab4225]

I just got my Chaya Melrose Deluxe and randomly saw this video! I’ll keep watching to learn more about roller skates! Where could I get the Y3 tool?

[@QueerGirlStraightSkates]

a lot of skate shops sell it online - i know pigeonskates sells it!

[@psychokitty55]

Thanks!

[@QueerGirlStraightSkates]

Thank you so much!!!!

[@FarahR29]

You are honestly such a breath of fresh air and I live for your channel Thank you for the content 🧚🏻‍♂️🌻🌈

[@syreetachever289]

Just. Got my 1st pair of skates. They're Foxy Skates. They look like those Impalas. This video was very helpful

[@Mimibonitaa]

I just got roller skates and this popped in my recommended. Thanks KZbin

[@witchyxnikki]

Watching this helped me realize why my skates seem so stiff. Thank you!

[@mrs__webber]

Thank you for this video! I just got my new Moxi Beach Bunnies today. I’ve never had outdoor skates so I’m really excited to try them! Out of all the years I have skated, I have never adjusted my skates! This is great information and I appreciate you putting this out there for us! 😊

[@shakathomas5211]

I’m glad KZbin suggested your video. I’m getting back into skating and just ordered my first pair of skates. I didn’t know there were rules to setting up new skates

[@joyce8668]

I've been trying to get my hands on a pair of voltage green impala skates for the longest time... THOSE SKATES LOOK SO GOODDDDD!!!

[@jenniferloftus2363]

I so glad to hear you say this! The packing in the toes isn't just in there, and practically speaking invisible, it's difficult to get it out. You can sweep your finger right on it and it doesn't matter. You can easily think it's the wrong size. Thinking of all the people I heard on various places talking about how different sizes were in real life vs. skate sizes and go 2 down etc. There's paper in the shoe!

[@watersmk1248]

I wish i know this when i got my skates, iv been skating with the wheels tightened for mouths. So happy i saw this lol, also i love this channel 😍💕

[@QueerGirlStraightSkates]

it must be so much easier to skate once you've loosened it!