Skating Outside For Beginners - Avoiding Obstacles and Dealing With Different Surfaces!

Skating outside can be very intimating to roller skaters, stones, obstacles, grass, hills, what equipment to use. This video will help with some tips and tricks to make your outside skating journey more enjoyable.
0:00 - Intro
0:10 - Introduction to outside skating
1:04 - Wheels
2:06 - Wheels - Slippy Verses Grippy
2:52 - Terrain
3:22 - Terrain examples
4:07 - Bailing to the grass
4:54 - Standing still outside
5:39 - Uphill
6:07 - Uphill - Stroke Skating
6:29 - Uphill - Toe Stops
6:48 - Downhill
7:36 - Downhill - Forward wheel drag
7:58 - Downhill - Backwards toe stop
8:25 - Downhill - Carving
8:56 - Downhill - Carving Technique
10:03 - Bye bye
10:20 - Outtakes
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[@shanesmith3427]

This is so helpful especially when you don't have much space indoors and only have the road outside to practice on. Thank you I love your videos ☺️

[@Skatie]

Thank you x. 🛼

[@sobrinamonheaux5077]

this was great and very clear in your explanations. thank you for breaking everything down and giving multiple options for each step.

[@Skatie]

No problem. I’m glad it helped. Definitely nice to have some options, what feels natural to me can be totally awkward for someone else. Enjoy your skate journey x

[@eveelima1]

Thank you for this video! I just tried skating outside for the first time and it was a nightmare. I got myself in an unexpected hill and I thought the only way to go downhill was backwards but there was no way I was trying that. I just went forward, gained a lot of speed, got desperate because there were cars passing at the end of the hill and then fell big time haha Had to crawl the rest of the way like a fool.

[@Skatie]

Oh no. That sounds very traumatic. Hope you’re ok and the video has helped with some techniques for next time. 🛼

[@cleetus_]

Rode my ass and hands down the least steep hill ever 💀💀 Not proud of it, but you gotta do what you gotta do

[@marlene7218]

seriously loving how simple and practical you explain everything (without going on for ages) another thing I love, your bite sized little vids :)

[@Skatie]

Thank you. I always try to get on with it. 👍🛼

[@ashleykbarks]

It's the same in the reverse. If you are more used to outdoor skating, indoor skating feels like you're floating on air and you feel less connected. I have a hard time gauging my abilities indoors.

[@Skatie]

That’s a really good point! Hadn’t thought about it that way around as I’m definitely a rink rat! 😂

[@marissadiamond7944]

Thank you so much! This is very useful especially as a newbie outdoor skater. I can't wait to try these tips out around my neighbourhood. The way you explained everything just makes so much sense :)

[@Skatie]

Thank you x. Happy rolling 🛼

[@lavatraum9854]

Just bought my pair of roller skate after 30 years (I’m 40 🤞🏻) thx for your videos you’re clear and always give different solutions for different scenarios

[@Skatie]

Thank you, that’s really kind. Keep yourself safe and happy rolling 🛼

[@onenonlysarahd5158]

Same here! I got really good as a kid and haven't skated much in years until recently when I've had the money for actual decent skates. It's like brand new all over again ☺️ (I'm 40, too!)

[@Mooncake_Rabbit]

I love the way you explain things by specifying where to put your weight, (back wheels, inside, outside, etc.) I've never seen anyone else's videos explain it that way, it really helps me understand exactly what to do.

[@Skatie]

Thank you. I always think it’s hard to see where my weight is from just by watching and skating is all about where you’re leaning on your skate. So glad it’s helped. 🛼💕👍

[@carlaconce]

These videos are incredible. So detailed, well-explained and complete. Thank you, they will help me so much once my skates arrive!!

[@Skatie]

Thank you. 🛼. Enjoy your skating journey xx

[@wonderspace90]

I don’t skip ads on your channel because It’s one way I can help support the channel. Thank you for all your tips!

[@Skatie]

That’s very kind. Thank you xx

[@wheelinwanderer]

Thank you for all the videos!! love them all!

[@Skatie]

Thank you so much 💕⭐️

[@ValtalksHair]

Awesome tutorial! I really needed these tips because I want to roller outdoors all summer long. Thanks so very much for sharing your skills!

[@Skatie]

You are so welcome! Enjoy your summer of skating! xx

[@beatekaminski1565]

LOOOOVE your videos. hoping for many more. ❤️

[@Skatie]

Thank you x. We try and upload once a week. This weeks videos will be on manuals.

[@tashalace3318]

Loved this video! ❤

[@Skatie]

Thank you 💕💕

[@Sasi2000]

Thank you very much for such a great tips.:)

[@Skatie]

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[@Chisewono]

Skatie provides worthy content and reassures😊 me that my shating future is promising 😊

[@ForgivenOne]

this is helpful - I remember when I outdoor skated at piedmont park, I did exactly that when going down this very steep hill - the curving - it just seemed logical to me then; but there were a few times where I wound up going too fast for my comfort zone and I "ran aground" onto the grass lol! Thank you for these tips - they ARE good and VERY helpful.

[@Skatie]

Thank you xx. The grass is definitely a skaters friend. 😂

[@Chisewono]

Thanks!

[@Skatie]

Thank you. 😎💕🛼⭐️💕

[@wobblyskatingadventures9457]

Great video Skatie, thanks - keep up the good work. 🙂

[@Skatie]

Thank you 💕⭐️

[@Missybeelondon]

This video has been added to my skate tips playlist, like many of your videos. Thank you for this informative video

[@Skatie]

That’s fantastic, thank you xx 👍🛼

[@elleyj1754]

I love listening to your accent! And I love your explanations.

[@Skatie]

Oh thank you. x. 🇬🇧. Happy rolling 🛼

[@jilliantex]

thank you katie for all your videos. I just started roller skating for the first time and I can only practice outside.. all your beginner videos are amazing!! I wouldn't be able to do it without you

[@Skatie]

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[@l.b.3935]

Congrats to just hitting 1000 subscribers 🥳 🎉 well done! And thank you for the great content especially for us newbies. It’s so helpful! 👍🏼

[@Skatie]

Thank you. It’s so exciting! I did a happy dance!! Definitely need a skate to celebrate. xx 🛼 🎉

[@laurengordon718]

Love this video! Thank you. The carving looks fun. Also what you said about wheels makes so much sense. I’ve been having a hard time finding a soft wheel that I can still turn on outdoors!

[@Skatie]

It’s such a fine balance getting outside wheels that are maneuverable but don’t rattle your bones. Haha. Glad you found it helpful. x 🛼

[@mikelyonstiling]

Great videos Katie 👍

[@Skatie]

Thank you xx 🛼💕😀

[@ecomom5651]

Great video!!

[@Skatie]

Thank you xx

[@ponyrang]

Wow... My best friend, Nice video... Beautiful place Enjoy watching this video... Have a nice day.

[@Skatie]

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[@Narissa_1248]

That angle at 9:40 is so cool. It had me grinning like a little kid

[@Skatie]

We definitely need to film more videos with this crazy angle! 😂

[@mossgore9919]

i just got my moxi panther skates and I've been loving ur channel so much! I was told that the moxi wheels can be used for both outside and indoor skating but I'm not sure?

[@Skatie]

Yes, they absolutely can. You just might need to change the wheels to suit the different surfaces.

[@lovingfloyd]

Skating outside is like a punch in the gut after skating indoors LOL. Question for @skatie - my skates have 85A wheels, which were described as hybrid and fine for outside, but I can definitely feel every slight variation in the surface - making me very wobbly - and pebbles take me down. Basically, I feel like I can't skate at all 😞 In your experience, could I get used to 85A outside relatively (I know it will vary by person, but just on average) quickly, or would a gummier wheel be better when outside since I'm still a beginner?

[@Skatie]

I roll on a 84a outside but not all wheels are created equal. My 84a’s are big, 65mm (Roll-Line Helium) the size helps to absorb the vibration and bump over debris. If you’re rolling a small wheel 57mm for example you’ll lose a lot of that shock absorbing power.

[@taraelizabethdensley9475]

I've been checking my local park, just when i thought i found a good spot to try skating, i realise it's really uneven, in fact the only smooth place is the skate park, and i'm just learning to skate. Had to go and get soft wheels for my skates, oh well

[@Skatie]

Finding a good spot outside can be so tricky. Do you have any cycle paths where you are? I’m in the UK and cycle paths here tend to be quite new so nice smooth tarmac.

[@tashalace3318]

Also your hair is beautiful 😍 and I NEED that shirt🛼

[@Skatie]

Thank you. We do sell the shirts on Amazon and red bubble.

[@istvannagyvati8915]

Skatie thanks for your experiences shared! Gives a lot of confidence in learning! I am personally very curious if in this video you wearing an Edea boots, right? If I am wrong , please correct me! Istvan

[@Skatie]

Hi. These are Risport. I tend to skate in the Risport dance boot or Risport Cristallo. The Risport fit my foot really well

[@istvannagyvati8915]

Cheers!

[@juanab8000]

Katie where do you buy your skate wheels? I have not been able to find anything softer than 78a.

[@Skatie]

78A seems to be the general industry standard for outside wheels. I have lots of random wheels accrued over time so some are more unusual and no longer available unfortunately.

[@skystorm3966]

How do I know I have the soft wheelse? I just bought mine and still learning

[@Skatie]

Wheels sometimes have some numbers around the edge or you may be able to check the shop listing. What skates do you have I may be able to find out for you.

[@ASMRTingledPink]

I am having a hard time getting past the fear of skating on a really rough outdoor surface. I have 78a's, but when I tried to skate on rough concrete, I felt like I was going to fall. I found a smoother concrete space, but it's very narrow. So all I can really do is skate forward. I haven't advanced to backwards skating yet. But I noticed today that the 78a's seemed to want to catch a bit on that smoother concrete. So I plan on trying some 82a's tomorrow. Does that sound like it may help? Or should I stick with the 78's?

[@Skatie]

It could be the size of wheel that will make more of a difference. For outside a big wheels 60-65mm will help to roller over those rougher surfaces.

[@ASMRTingledPink]

@@Skatie my 78a wheels are 60mm, but I have a feeling it's more me that's the problem than the wheels. I don't think I'm balanced properly or something. I feel very awkward and unstable.

[@annavanderwal990]

I learned it indoors on weels from 78 i want it softer for outside but i don’t feel differens because i learned it inside on soft weels what should i do? Buy even softer weels?

[@Skatie]

I think you’d struggle to get much softer than a 78. You’re on to a winner. Just need the one set! 😉

[@crabsareprettyneat5772]

i just got my first skates and the wheels are 85 on the durometer. im trying to skate on an old basketball court but i still feel like its too rickety. should i save up for soft wheels or is it just up to balance? (i started skating 3 days ago, i can only go forward and do basic bubbles) thanks :)

[@Skatie]

If the surface is old it might just be quite rough. Perhaps a softer wheel might help 78a but it could be that it’s maybe just too bumpy as going to a 78 won’t make that much difference. If the wheel is small that can make a difference too, bigger wheels can cope with the lumps and bumps better 60-65mm

[@Lols_x]

Great informative video! Quick question, where did you buy your outdoor wheels? I’ve looked online and many I’ve seen are sold out, any recommendations? ❤️

[@Skatie]

What country are you in? I’ll see if I can find a link for you x

[@Lols_x]

@@Skatie England :) thank you!

[@Skatie]

We’ll be filming a wheels video shortly featuring brands etc. But hopefully some of these links help.

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[@justinetaypin1449]

Is okay 82a wheels in outdoor?

[@Skatie]

Yup. I wear an 84a outside. I’m prefer a slightly harder wheel as you have more roll than a 78a

[@antoniacastillo207]

Hi! are you wearing artistic skates for the outside? or which kind? thank you

[@Skatie]

Hi. Yes I am, well spotted. These are Risport boots on an Atlas plate.

[@elvinmay54]

What brand are your soft wheels?

[@Skatie]

These are really old wheels from the 90s but I’d recommend Roll-line Helium wheels, Airwaves, or Radar Energy for outside skating. For outside, look between 78a to 85a and ideally a larger wheel between 60 - 65mm.

[@unicornyep4932]

My wheel has a little hole in it from I think running over a small stone or something similar but I can't feel it when I'm skating... is it a problem

[@Skatie]

That shouldn’t be a problem unless the wheel looks like it is starting to crack. But it’s not unusual to get little marks and chips from outside skating.

[@andreeaArt_]

Hello! My rollerskates are Fila with 54 mm diameter wheels and 80A durity. Also, they have Abec5 bearings. When I try to roll on rough surfaces, I tend to fall or to go unsmoothly, quite visibly. How can I fix this once and for all? Thanks in advance!

[@Skatie]

The wheels you describe are ok at an 80a but they sound quite small for outside. A bigger wheel is better outside 60-65mm.

[@andreeaArt_]

@@Skatie thank you ❤️

[@andreeaArt_]

@@Skatie also, are there any disatvantages to artistic rollerskating on my specific rollerskates? I can do turns quite well

[@-ALEXES-]

Where or the soft wheels from?

[@Skatie]

I have a Webaite with wheels recommendations, for outside skate ideally you need between 78a and around 83a for a comfortable ride. Bigger is better too so 65mm - 60mm

[@Skatie]

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[@onenonlysarahd5158]

The last two times I attempted going down a hill, it wasn't pretty, not because of skill as much as, well, they're skates, am I right? I got the wobbles and went flying! Never ever again 🤣

[@Skatie]

Hills and stones are a skaters nemesis! Those hills can really catch a skater out. Bend your knees so you’re super close to the ground already. That way If it goes wrong you can bail to your knee pads.

[@duck5198]

i have hard gummy wheels so i cant turn or stop and i cant skate smoothly

[@Skatie]

Softer wheels are definitely better outside. 🛼🛼🛼

[@Ash-nh6li]

I have the gummy wheels but I loosened the trucks and can turn easily and carve down hills.

[@rayl1843]

This is similar to ice skating outdoors because the ice quality is worse and you need a different kind of sharpening for your skate blades!

[@Skatie]

I didn’t know that! That’s really interesting. 💕👍

[@rayl1843]

@@Skatie it is! I have ice skated on outdoor ice and noticed that its quality is much worse than indoor ice due to unpredictable weather. It can be cracked and bumpy in some areas, which is why ice skate blades become dull faster on outdoor ice. Have you ever skated on indoor and outdoor ice and noticed the difference?

[@Skatie]

@@rayl1843 I’d love to skate on outdoor ice but sadly not had the chance here in the UK.

[@rayl1843]

@@Skatie does the UK have refrigerated indoor and outdoor rinks? Here in Canada we do! If you have the chance you should definitely check those rinks out! PS I also roller skated a few times as a kid!

[@Skatie]

@@rayl1843 we have many indoor but sadly no outdoor. At Christmas time we do occasionally have pop up ice rinks for December.

[@SkateFetish]

You are showing a stagger stance with your skates TOUCHING, which is going to lead to bad habits with new skaters. This is dangerous in the case that you hit a rock or crack, BOTH of your feet will land your face down on the ground. Also, don't skate outdoors without safety gear, no matter your experience level. Two experienced skaters already died this year from head injuries.

[@Skatie]

Thank you for your feedback. I’ve rewatched the clip and I can see how this could be incorrectly interpreted. As I was skating outside my wheels kept rolling so I placed the toe-stop of the back skate on the wheel in front to stop the roll. I agree this is not the best demo for a beginner. I’ve removed that part of the video. Thank you, I always appreciated feedback. And yes, Sorry *hangs head in shame*. I totally agree. I should wear my helmet as an example. I have been wearing it more in recent videos, I promise to wear it.

[@SkateFetish]

@@Skatie HA! I did notice LATER you didn't have them touching, so I was like "ohh noo, a skate baby will do this toe stop to plate touch thing and die!" :P I appreciate your response!

[@mumtazabdulla8179]

That fake fall 😜

[@Skatie]

😂👍💕🛼

[@monochrome7543]

You do carving in a wheelchair too lol

[@Skatie]

Oh wow! I’d never thought about it. That’s really cool 😎😎

[@zenrobynross4784]

Why aren’t you wearing safety gear coach, set a better example!

[@Skatie]

Sorry *hangs head in shame*. I totally agree. I should wear my helmet as an example. I have been wearing it more in recent videos, I promise to wear it.

[@SillyMonkeVR5599]

very helpful even before i went skating outside!🛼🛼

[@Skatie]

Glad it helped! ⭐️💕💕💕