The skate struggle is real! | Aggressive Inline Skating

I love to skate, but that doesn't mean I get to skate all the time. Between work and family I don't get as much time to skate as I used to. It has been a serious limiting factor in progressing as a skater. But does skill progression truly matter at the end of the day? Or is it enough to just be rolling? The skaters struggle is very real!
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Inline skating is dangerous. In some situations, I may choose to skate
without protective gear at my own risk. I highly encourage the use of protective gear.
All thoughts, views + opinions are my own.
Thanks for watching!

[@smurfsocks6215]

I'm in the same boat. I'm 39 and been back to blading for the past 2 years. Life, family, and injury, keep me from skating as much as I'd like. It helps to be part of this community online, and hear from people like yourself to relate and know we're not alone in our struggles. I go through long periods where I skate almost everyday and then I can't skate for like 2 weeks or a month, and all I do watch other people skating and it's hard. My other problem is I skate solo, because I don't have any skate friends, so I think that would help push me and motivate me to push a little harder and learn new tricks faster. Btw, I'll watch your videos and others regardless of the tricks they're doing because I just enjoy seeing people enjoying the sport. Keep rollin'!

[@ThirtyandRollin]

Thanks!

[@rickyrichreacts9667]

How you dealing with skate related injuries? I’m 34 and just got back into it after 20 years off. I can’t jump the same, my right knee has been in pain for the past week from what I can only guess is not used to jumping off things on skates anymore lol. It’s ruff man

[@spokje]

Your videos help me getting back into skating. I'm 39 and used to play a lot of street hockey with my buddies in the past. A month ago I bought a pair of Roces Chicago for 10€, put them on and had a blast. So I'm gonna change a few bearings and see where these ancient but in good condition roller blades are going to get me. Keep up the fun videos, I like them a lot. Greetings from The Netherlands!

[@ThirtyandRollin]

Thanks for the support! Glad you are back on wheels!

[@chilli-iceolive-abode2447]

I get the same feelings sometimes, but I'm only 33 so I still try to push myself when I get the chance. Lack of skateparks is my issue, but like you say at least we're out here rolling and enjoying the freedom it brings. Some people are so physically incapable at such an early age nowadays from sedentary jobs and lack of exercise that we're definitely some of the lucky ones! Keep doing your thing 🙌

[@ThirtyandRollin]

Yes I keep telling myself that. We are the lucky ones!

[@chilli-iceolive-abode2447]

@@ThirtyandRollin 🍻

[@CamGoodTimes]

Your openness and vulnerability on this topic is super inspiring to me. I struggle with this same issue due to my own family and work circumstances, and I completely agree with the thought that a big purpose of all of this is simply the inherent fun of what we are doing. While I also agree it is exciting to be dialing in new tricks, it is just super hard for people like us to do that consistently in this chapter of our lives. On a side note, love seeing your material regardless of what tricks you are doing. Your flow and joy in blading alone is worth the view :) Thanks for this edit, Brenden!

[@ThirtyandRollin]

Blading for the fun of it not the progression is where it's at! Doesn't really matter where you are in skill level as long as you love being on wheels. That's my takeaway after confronting my thoughts.

[@antisadboilaser]

I dont think youre a wuss, I think youre awesome!! Your channel was the final kick in the pants that got me out on blades despite being in my thirties! I just (literally 24 hours ago) ordered some Roces 5th Elements and I'm excited and terrified to grind!! Youre an inspiration friend!

[@ThirtyandRollin]

Much appreciated 😊

[@teon1322]

Yeah it’s so time. When I’m off of them for a bit I definitely notice that it sets me back.

[@ThirtyandRollin]

Yep. Isn't that the truth?

[@i3enny]

The struggle for balance is real... family, work, other hobbies... i also struggle when i do commit to skate, and there arent any other bladers... hard to stay motivated or inspired to try more challenging tricks. Keep it up though, i love your edits!

[@ThirtyandRollin]

Thank you!

[@fernandosantos566]

Hi, welcome to the real world: work, family, obligations, bad weather... C'est la vie! We must all be in the same situation. For my part, I try to continue to have fun, to love riding. Progress comes at its own pace. From experience, the best way not to waste time is not to try to gain it. Putting on our skates as often as possible and loving it...🙏

[@TheRollingRaptor]

Every time I see you shredding that skatepark, I feel a brief pang of jealousy. Looks so _flowy!_ I don't care you're not throwing the most insane tricks in the world, your videos give us something far more important: the feeling that we're out there skating with you. 🤘

[@HarryDuBois616]

I recently tried getting back into aggressive skating at age 34 after a 15 year hiatus. Sadly I can't seem to enjoy skating aggressive much anymore, so I decided to sell my skates, however I have discovered the joys of triskates! I still love just cruising and rolling fast

[@ThirtyandRollin]

I would have to say I am too more of an urban big wheel skater these days. Still so much fun and much less risk.

[@skip1978]

Did you look into wizard skating?

[@HarryDuBois616]

@@skip1978 I don't quite understand what it is lol

[@ThirtyandRollin]

@@skip1978 Yep. Love it!

[@skip1978]

@@HarryDuBois616 search for Leon basin wizard skating, so fun

[@Skating-Southern-New-England]

I'm 57, back to skating 3 years ago, and with the falls that go with it. (a few bad ones, but nothing that ever kept me down) However, to this point, I consider myself lucky that I haven't fallen as much as I probably would have, given the miles I have done, and I think it has a lot to do with instinct that come with age. I have taken some chances, but I draw a line quite often out there, making very quick (and avoiding potentially life saving-definitely serious injury) decisions, sometimes within a few milliseconds. I love seeing guys like you pushing the boundries as we get older. It motivates me, but only to a point LOL. My brain is wired to at least TRY to be careful at my age, and I do. Anybody who takes up the sport we do, which pretty much REQUIRES falling to get better, especially as we get older, is far from a wuss in my book. Keep it rollin', and like you said, just have fun!

[@leser1music]

Oh man, that hit home so hard. I'm nearly 40 and basically only just started learning aggressive. I can do a few basic grinds on my p-rail and ride transitions, a couple of stalls but when i get to the park i feel like a complete noob. I just want to get to the stage where i can make the most of local parks but 90% of obstacles are out of my league. Sometimes i feel like i'm progressing slowly but then work family and shitty weather or just generally not feeling mean sometimes i can go a couple of weeks without skating, and when i do get to skate, it's only like 15-30mins. It makes me wonder if i'll ever get to where i want to be. I'm definitely a lot more confident and comfortable at the park than i was a year ago, and it's so much fun, so i just need to be happy with that and not worry so much.

[@lachlanhayes6364]

I think there’s a large segment of the blading audience that can relate, which is why it’s great to have representation! Thanks for putting it out there.

[@InlineDistrict]

I feel your pain bud... Just roll with flow

[@InlinePilot]

Sometimes I learn new skating skills faster than I expected, and it's so awesome, and other times I'm practicing the same thing over and over again and it just seems to get worse the more I try. Mostly because of getting tired, of course. I do often need a week between intensive sessions, to recover, as I need to build up strength in my muscles, tendons, etc. I'm well in my forties now, though I think it's mostly a matter of careful training. I'm not using age as an excuse yet. I've always had challenges with a soar knee or hip when trying to do running, too. It's much less and faster to recover with skating now, than when I tried running as a much younger person. Skating is quite a complex activity, I think. So well done for being so good at it and being able to cruise that pump track so comfortably, simply as a warm up. I'm working up to that, as there is a pump track near my home. Still a lot more to learn first, though.

[@ThirtyandRollin]

Age plays a roll in progression for sure.

[@InlinePilot]

@@ThirtyandRollin I wish I could deny that 😉. Hard to compare with how I would have learned the same before. But what I do know is that playfulness during practice helps me a lot 😋

[@pogoSK8]

43 here and feel you Bro. Keep up pushing yourself, it's worth it. If I stop, I'll rust faster than an old Nissan.

[@Snifffski]

You said it - at least we're out here skating. That's my philosophy these days, after nearly five years of aggressive skating and getting nowhere (stupidly late starter at 49). So I just drop in and roll round and 180 and hang out. Loving the big wheeling though.

[@remyw.4959]

You're doing great, man. I've literally just wanted to be able to do what you do. I don't need new tricks. Just skate cool places

[@ThirtyandRollin]

Will do. Thanks!

[@DaveDEF82]

@@ThirtyandRollin And most importantly: Just have fun! Remember to be a "soul skater"... If Brink! taught us anything it was that.

[@BTTG]

Same here. Almost 42 and feeling the tension between just having fun with the safe tricks I know versus struggling with new tricks. I just learned back royale and back farv.

[@lucaswalker1777]

As a 40 year old rollerblader I just love being on my skates at any chance I can get. Just do what feels great to you and we’ll keep watching brother!

[@ThirtyandRollin]

Thank you!

[@caiosossolote]

Hey mate, I've been always thanking you for how you've got me back to skating. Now I'm skating 5 days a week. Hockey competitions, endurance competitions (12hours, 6 hours), freestyle, urban, slalom. I still dont have the guts to go back to a skate park yet... maybe soon. again, Thanks!

[@ThirtyandRollin]

That's great! Glad I was an influence.

[@daviddunneart]

Awesome video man and really honest .... i think everyone that does similar sports has the same mental battles when bit older ... i sometimes try carve time out for little progression and then finish with just having fun and focus being out on skates and enjoying being in it ... 🙌

[@wildsonforever9784]

47 going on 48 been on blades since the late 80s. Those ruts come and go but the fun never does. Sometimes life comes up and that’s ok. Just make sure to get back at what you enjoy. It’s a normal part of the human experience

[@fisherchi]

I don't think you're a wuss. As long as you're out there having a blast, that's what counts. Like one other poster mentioned, there are so many younger kids now that are so out of shape they can barely walk up 1 flight of stairs. So sad. I'm over 50 and I try to get out 2 or 3 times a week. And I love it. Sometimes I'll try learning new tricks, but sometimes just skating to feel alive. Keep at it.

[@ThirtyandRollin]

Thanks. I think my time will come again when I can get out 2-3 times a week.

[@ozaixiv7993]

I think the more we get older, the less of a daredevil we become. Lot to think about; job, wife, kids. An injury will def have a negative effect on any of those.

[@HeadNtheClouds]

My thought is .., enjoy being able to skate & living to skate another day. Don’t injure yourself. There is nothing to prove to anyone, just have fun. I am dealing with a broken shoulder & it’s no fun, very painful & having to rely on others to help me do everything. Sooo… have fun, stay safe ✌️🐸

[@asphyxxiant]

I feel you, fren. In my teens, in the summer, I would go out and skate all day. Having the summer holidays, no other commitments, no other workouts and the teenage recovery times was great. These days, 30+... if I skate once a week, that's great. If I have the energy and time to do more, that's an exceptionally good week, means everything is going well in life, all stars are in alignment and I haven't picked up any injuries recently. There can be periods like that, when I skate every other day for 2 months, or go entire seasons when I skate once a month because life gets in the way or a silly injury grounds me for a month mid-season, throwing everything off. The same injury the teen me would have forgotten about 3 days later.

[@ThirtyandRollin]

Totally different times now. I feel ya. I loved my daily 6-10hr days at the park in the summertime back in the day.

[@rururu5630]

You're not a wuss at all. We are in our 30s and have much more at risk than younger teens and adults if we get hurt from tricks. I work outdoors.....so if I get hurt, I can't work. I could go on light-duty for a limited time, but that is no fun. I need to be able to work to support my family and pay my bills. Aggressive skating looks fun, but I got into skating late in the game and never learned it, nor will I ever try. There is plenty to learn from fitness, speed, urban, and wizard skating to keep me occupied and happy until the day I put away my skates for the last time.

[@ThirtyandRollin]

Ya so much more risk these days for sure.

[@pedroconceicao1778]

I feel the same because i skate by myself most of the times.... In the morning most of the times i'm the only guy skating the park, it's good for the speed lines, but not so good to try new things...

[@ThirtyandRollin]

Totally agree.

[@thebigfootblader]

Keep Pushing and having fun! I forget to practice tricks I just learned, and then its a slugfest to get them back, but its a fun journey all the same so I can relate.

[@Rollerlife]

Yeah, it seems like sometimes finding the time gets very hard... but just like going to the gym is good to have at least once a week a special day for blading that it's unmovable. my story is that having a YT channel about skating it has kind of reduced the amount of free time I had to go out for a roll. LOL

[@amanegustafson2924]

I'd like to see more fitness/ long distance skating from you, but you do you and what you feel is best

[@alexoleksa7743]

Totally feel that struggle of only getting to blade once a week or so. Work definitely gets in the way because I work till like 8 every night. I still surprise myself with something new here and there. Sometimes I can return to my normal rhythm starting off with the last trick i taught myself (after warming up). Or just going for something I know I can fall out of safely and gain some quick confidence when I get it (if i do). And even if that all doesn't work... still a good day cuz I got to put the blades on 😅. Occasionally I feel like I pick up right where i left off. Not all the time tho

[@InlineStruggle]

Thanks for the beautiful video. ♥

[@LilSyl05]

Same these day for me too. My back hurt since I just got in my thirties 😭😭. Im trying to stretch more and reinforce my core by doing abs exercises and all. Its not easy.. I don't know how much i should push myself without hurting myself loll

[@ThirtyandRollin]

Ya it's a balance for sure. Makes it hard to see real progress.

[@daviddaelemans969]

Spectacular or not, I'm still waiting for the teespring restock 😅😂

[@tyyao2000]

I think I need to commit less hard bc the times I do get out I always get injured haha

[@ThirtyandRollin]

😂

[@simongloutnez589]

First thing mate, you are crushing it 😂 secondly I've notice you took every turns of this pumptrack with left foot in front ? Am I right ? Same for bounces and jumps. I notice cause I've been working on my weak side lately. Basically trying to get left turn as sharp as my right turn and Assuming I put my right foot forward when Im carving a sharp right turn, trying to improve this for the left. Finally, the Questionis : do you feel this is a waste of time ? Because I aint as good of a blader as you, but I've been crushing my rides for a long time withouth giving a damn, just diceded to work on it last week.

[@jordirecasens5742]

My experience, if you dedicate a lot of time, you do not improve proportionally, there is a moment when you stagnate. At 47 I didn't know how to skate on my back, I didn't know how to skate: on my back, to powerslide, to powerstop, to double push, I didn't know drop into bowl. Now, at 53, I have learned the above by dedicating one hour almost every day for 5 years and this last year three hours a day six days a week. Now I have time but I can't even learn to grind and jump like you do, instead of learning you improve being less afraid and improve your feeling. You stop improving exponentially or linearly like the first three years.

[@amanegustafson2924]

Now I'm wondering how the hell you get these parks all to yourself

[@WarlockSkating]

What frame setup was that?

[@SaccoBelmonte]

What? You're doing high transitions over ramps. That should be enough fun. Me at 48 prefer to stay safe over flatground. I know I could do ramps (former skateboarder) but one mistake and is gonna hurt way more than if I was a kid.

[@PERFECTDARK10]

You’re getting old. Tricks are dangerous unless you have a ton of money to fix your injuries. Skate rinks are your friend. Skating with people and music will fulfill that excitement.

[@ThirtyandRollin]

Haha truth. But there's a part of me that can't let the aggressive side of skating die. I guess I just have to be happy with where I am at.

[@asphyxxiant]

@@ThirtyandRollin The other option is "Space Invader" by Jeff Stockwell. No hammers, focus on the core stuff for the long run.

[@Sinaju081]

I’m 35 with 2 kids, a wife I’m in the same boat. Today is the first day in about 2 months that got on my skates after a really bad injure on my ankle while I was skating. Even though I been skating since I was 10 I still try to be careful. I bet us in the community don’t think your wuss my dude keep safe and do what you love to do. 🛼🛼