CHILL Rollerblading through NYC Gridlock | Pebbles Potholes and Parade routes

In this video, I decide it's a great idea to rollerblade from the Upper West Side to Brooklyn on a day that NYC has a parade planned. Many streets were closed off, which made navigating the city a mess.
I also do a quick demonstration on how to rotate your wheels on your rollerblades to make your wheels last a lot longer and wear evenly.
Apologies for the audio. I wore an external mic and had it hooked up to the camera, but it didn't work for some reason. So you have me wearing an external mic on my helmet for no reason at all. Mistakes were made, and it'll probably happen again.
My skate setup!
Skate: ‪@PowerslideInlineskates‬ Next boot
Frames: ‪@endlessblading‬ 90 LR
Liner: @intuitionliners Premium Skate liner
Wheels: @rollerblade Hydrogen pro 90mm
Endless 90 LR frame: www.endlessblading.com/produc...
Below are all my links, if you have any questions fire away in the comments or shoot me a message on IG.
linktr.ee/thestutteringskater
Thank you for your support!
Ari
Intro 0:00-0:18
Plan for today 0:18-0:44
How to rotate your wheels 0:45-1:28
Getting out the door + Johnny 1:29-2:01
Columbus + Central Park West 2:02-3:29
Getting to 5th 3:30-4:12
5th isn't a viable option. 4:13-4:43
Finding contingency plans 4:44-5:27
Plan B: Park Ave 5:28-7:57
Union Square Interlude 7:58-8:07
Getting to the Williamsburg Bridge 8:08-9:39
Being Challenged to a race 9:40 - 10:55
Brooklyn Arrival 10:56 - 12:17
Outro/Thank you 12:18 - 12:36

[@DanaJunkin]

Dude is a real life Subway Surfer.

[@Lilith_Yuu]

Lol

[@slaintenito]

I was literally watching the video thinking the same thing

[@kayleerebekah4710]

😂❤

[@meself349]

Not really. They stand on top of the trains. Different thing. And sometimes they die.

[@ajcyrilldy]

Only difference is that for some reason, the police completely ignores him lol even when running red lights

[@kimchi-des]

dudee this guys movements are so satisfying, he skates like water, i wonder if he’s ever danced before

[@thestutteringskater]

I have two left feet, never danced

[@synco1985]

@@thestutteringskater haha, same here, got the fluidity when skating like I have no bones, but I could not dance to save my life! love your videos , I have just discovered your channel, like 2h ago. I love it, I haven't skate in the last 3 years, but with this video you have convinced me to pick it up again, thank you, don't stop having fun with the skates!

[@jcruise876]

Man he makes it look so easy, like simply breathing 😮

[@dippitydoo8575]

Please don’t stop making these videos. 💜💚 Your footage is like a really cool ass scene from a movie. It honestly feels good just watching you skate. Literally majestic. As someone who lives in and has spent my entire life in the Midwest, seeing the streets of NYC from this view is something I don’t think I’d ever have another way of seeing. Thank you for this gift. 💜💚

[@thestutteringskater]

I try to keep em going, just been slammed at work these days. They are always so much fun to make when I have the time

[@lordenix]

i live in Iowa and think the same thing. a huge city like New York almost scares me, but watching him cruise through the city just amazes me.

[@n3lis94]

That train race is honestly a really sick shot!

[@thestutteringskater]

Haha thank you! It was fun and spontaneous

[@joreemmcmillan7145]

​@@thestutteringskaterGlad that you won that train race 😊.

[@eljoy5280]

Seeing so many iconic spaces from this perspective is endlessly fascinating.

[@thestutteringskater]

More coming soon! Always open to suggestions of new places to explore

[@0Heeroyuy01]

having seen some of these location in tom clancy's the division its cools seeing them like this

[@sofiadelcielo]

Movie scene sites shot in New York might be a sweet thing to explore! "Movie scene route" or somethin lol @@thestutteringskater

[@WouterDeBruycker]

Like so many others I used to skate in my teens but hadn't since then (more or less 25 years ago). KZbin sucked me into a skating rabbit hole which got me the itch to try it again. Picked up a pair and gave it a go. First 2 days were kind of wobbly (though fun) and now after day 3 I'm getting comfortable jumping a little bit, skating backwards, and slowly starting to learn the soul slide. Loving every bit of this, so thanks for inspiring my old ass ;)

[@channelforambience]

I'm going to give you the advice I wish someone have given me: "Use protective gear" I was on the same as you, practicing for 3 weeks, fell and took my elbow out of place. That was almost 2 months ago, I made surgery to reconstruct all my ligaments 2 weeks ago. Be safe out there! And be freeee

[@WouterDeBruycker]

Oh yeah definitely. I don't go out without it. Good luck with the recovery!

[@Belhade]

I skated indoors as a kid, and then started again in my 30s to teach my kids. Now I'm 46 and starting to work on my trail and street skating!

[@NkosiLion]

Keep the speedometer every video! It’s awesome

[@thestutteringskater]

It's so much extra work though haha

[@NkosiLion]

either way your vids are awesome! keep up the work!

[@fixitralphltd4988]

​@thestutteringskater totally worth the extra work. Or least drop it in here and there. It's impressive af you hit those speeds 😂

[@paradiseprod6153]

bro that part was so sick, if i was on that train id be goin crazy@@fixitralphltd4988

[@LoonyBinsTV]

I'd like to use the speedometer for my videos.

[@Sidagoki]

I love Johnny! he's so chill and friendly!

[@thestutteringskater]

Johnny is a legend!

[@Cliffjumper]

He finally granted my request to add a mph gauge! Gonna try Branson Raw bearings to see if that helps with more speed.

[@virgobutterfly1680]

Glad you have a helmet on. You are very skilled, but you never know what another driver will do! I am considering buying some rollerblades now. ❤

[@ALEXJOHNSONTV2]

Rollerblading rules, I’ve never seen a skateboarding video with this amount of amazing flow

[@ILiftPlants]

Dude your videos are so therapeutic for me.

[@thestutteringskater]

Oh I'm so glad! I enjoy making them when I have the time

[@ncrshane1919]

Dude! 25mph is cooking on skates, I knew you were fast but damn. Watching these videos makes me miss riding my bike through city traffic. It takes all your focus and lets you forget about everything else.

[@thestutteringskater]

You have to be truly present and it's always a blast!

[@thefloof6163]

You're so smooth with those transitions, it boggles my mind, I'm glad I ran into your channel because now I'm not stopping until I'm as smooth as you.

[@embazle]

I love this life.

[@bluejaysforever3627]

Such control. I love your video's

[@thestutteringskater]

Thank you! Always such a blast

[@mocha2717]

Satisfying

[@thestutteringskater]

Thank you

[@nigelbrown2274]

i could watch your uploads all day.... fantastic skills

[@werecat6984]

His videos are always so epic

[@thestutteringskater]

Thank you, learning how to edit slowly but surely

[@jeremywho2289]

I wanna be like you when I grow up.

[@andreluizcarvalho4468]

Amo seus vídeos! Você é o melhor patinador urbano do mundo. Saudações do Brasil 🇧🇷

[@gabrielandrade616]

Patinador né kkkk

[@360.Tapestry]

had to drop a like for that train race

[@thestutteringskater]

Ayyy thank you! The J needs some upgrades

[@fryncyaryorvjink2140]

My skates showed up yesterday. Wish me luck! On 3: 1, 2, 3, MIDLIFE CRISIS!!!

[@MichaelHumbles]

What did you get? I got on my 10 year old Bauer hockey skates the other day and they don't feel very nice 😅. I need something to cruise around on

[@jessa.3857]

Hopefully your mid life crisis doesn't come with tendonitis of the knees like me 😞

[@fryncyaryorvjink2140]

@@MichaelHumbles I got a pair of twister edges from thuro skate shop cause they were on sale. They're more for narrow feet, I have wide feet so the rb cruiser would have probably been a better choice, but the twister just looks so damn cool and they were the same price on that site. I only tried them on so far didn't skate yet, didn't feel too bad though. Figured I could use a heat gun and stretch it a bit if I need to.

[@thestutteringskater]

Hell yeah!

[@MonzMunkyz]

This is crazy cool! I've never seen NY in this perspective. Many KZbin creators from NY.. but I've never seen it like this before, and that's why I love these videos!

[@MonzMunkyz]

But also, genuinely curious to know, when you're riding past people (example on the bridge) how do you know that they're not going to move into your way?

[@Music4Life-qe8sg]

That was just awesome. Always surprise me that you dont hit car side mirrors going fast at times when you pass them. Love the content!!! Cant wait for next one

[@lunabear3060]

The train race was my favorite part. That looked like SO MUCH FUN

[@thestutteringskater]

Such a blast! haha

[@njhart6236]

The race with the J train was AWESOME! The tutorial on rotating wheels was excellent! So cool how you make it feel like we're FLYING through all this traffic! Way cool!

[@thestutteringskater]

Thank you so much! Trying to entertain but also educate a touch

[@ROT8TED]

Thoroughly enjoyed this one, what a place to skate!

[@thestutteringskater]

Thank you! Sooo much fun.

[@constructivecriticism1011]

Probably one of the most efficient ways to maneuver through a busy city seeing how you can not only go where bikes and scooters and boards can go but also where ever a pedestrian could go as well like cutting over curbs, sidewalks, and stairs to cut through places with a quickness. Cool content man! mobbing through the bike trails is great footage! especially going backwards maybe even raise the camera a little higher so we can see a bit in front of you when your mobbing backwards would be dope, either way though great camera work.

[@thestutteringskater]

Thank you so much! It's always a blast, I'll take that under consideration.

[@portrait1001]

I was digging the digital speed posted. Makes good reference.

[@luke928]

You make me want to pick up some skates. This takes me back to my mighty duck street hockey days as a kid. Used to love the freedom and speed of this. Thanks for your vids. Don't know why but I find myself praying for you and the joy you bring to people. Take that as you will. But thanks and God bless

[@jeffreylowrey4263]

25mph forward is qiick, but backwards too. You've got guts and skills bud. Stay safe.

[@Icecube88]

ohh baggy pants. reminds me of the 90s

[@thestutteringskater]

It's all I had, I really need to do laundry

[@ianhenderson5565]

Love these vids...I will note...rollerbladed all summer long, went to get back on ice skates for my sunday night league and almost fell flat on my face! lol

[@5mjc]

This is just awesome man, Mike the British guy !

[@lyerillydoh8561]

The last time I was on blades I was 10 but one night while on magic mushrooms I stumbled upon your videos and they(maybe the shrooms too) inspired me to order my first pair as an adult! Its been 4 days since that night and I'm still stoked for them to arrive, so thanks for the inspiration!

[@thestutteringskater]

Hell yeah, I love hearing that! Be careful and let me know how you find it! It's such a blast for me :)

[@nasrunfahmy2103]

✌

[@dago2]

Thats some serious speed

[@thestutteringskater]

Thats my middle name

[@dago2]

New viewer, you got my sub 👍

[@thetiskotitsaramakis7985]

Your video angles are a trip. Watching your videos feels like I'm some ghost flying there midair down the street with you. Amazing skills, I wish I could skate like that... You make it all look easy although I know it's not. I admire you so much! Keep on making amazing videos for the rest of us who suck at skating. At least it keeps us dreaming of one day skating half as good as you do. Thank you for the dreams and the inspiration! :)

[@tegansommers3767]

Mermerising. Bloody brilliant!

[@1tapster]

Wow, this was super fun to watch❤️❤️💪🏾💪🏾

[@FLEX-OVERLAYS]

You added the speedometer !!!! I just commented last video it be great to see! Love it dude!!! ❤😊 !!

[@thestutteringskater]

More coming soon! Just for you

[@-Tixz-]

4:55 love this part

[@thestutteringskater]

I did too, security... not so much

[@-Tixz-]

@@thestutteringskater hehe

[@D-Love2947]

Missed you bud. Good to see you healthy and shredding. 💚

[@thestutteringskater]

Work has been crazy, hopefully more videos coming soon

[@D-Love2947]

Thanks for the reply, dude. I've been smashing skate training this year, thanks to your videos.

[@JGT318]

You are such a treat to watch! 😊

[@vicentejuarezserrano9440]

Amazing, I love NY!!!

[@LonzCantiLife]

can't wait to get this confident and skilled. checking back in in 2 years to give y'all progress updates.

[@cjones7692ify]

Skated as a kid. Now 31.Went ice skating with the fam the other day and made me pull the trigger on some skates. Cool videos

[@garys.2291]

Best video yet. Keep them coming.

[@DigitalJeremy]

These vids are sooo much fun

[@thestutteringskater]

Thank you, I'm so glad you enjoyed it

[@GreysonParker]

"Skating in here is dangerous. think ill try to trip him while hes going 10mph to make things more safe" that security guy at 5:00

[@thestutteringskater]

Haha bro had no chance of stopping me.

[@MoxyMom-gh1tt]

You skate wondrously - ALWAYS WOWED! Awesome !!!!!!!!!

[@thestutteringskater]

Wow, thank you! Always a blast

[@Saintlouislyfe]

This dude is COLD!!!! Flawless!!!

[@SilverTheFlame]

Dude, I seriously love your videos. They're so fun and inspiring.. really makes me want to get a pair of skates and start speeding through traffic like you

[@mheuphoria]

I love these videos!!! Much love from Chicago!

[@zephyrleapold6796]

The vision and reaction time of this man

[@aureliengillet4342]

Awesome ! Ty from france

[@thestutteringskater]

Thank you too!

[@Ca7iburn]

Insane! I was like: 😀😳😨😰🤯😱😲😅 Amazing!

[@thestutteringskater]

Thank you!

[@Pratalax]

Feels like you're getting a little more speed skater dna into your flow these days! Great ride :)

[@inkymissil6330]

Man you so sick with it man!! I'm getting inspired to buy me some new skates and start skating again since I was a kid.

[@da_floofy_one]

You are an artist

[@C0lin_]

One of the coolest video so far keep it up!!!!

[@thestutteringskater]

Thank you, more coming soon!

[@s8x.]

Love your videos

[@thestutteringskater]

Thank youuuu

[@AlikaBabino]

pebbles are satin's minions!!! 😂nothing like having your life flash before your eyes because of 1 pebble! hahaha

[@TroopahDaCrunksta]

The race with train was fire

[@ConnerSpeed6]

As a former "aggressive Inline" skater, I approve of this video SO MUCH! May have found a new favorite channel. Keep it up!

[@sethvancour]

bro. you're crazy good.

[@mroqido9987]

Awesome! Thank you so much for that video

[@jamiee1578]

I honestly don’t know why I keep coming back to watch your videos, they deliver intense amounts of anxiety. But your energy and positive attitude has a gravitational pull. If I’m ever in your area I’d like to tag along and rip some asphalt w/you but then again I’d probably slow you down! Stay safe my friend and keep being awesome!

[@azanjeri3792]

Awesome content !

[@Melissa.Scott1]

I’ve watched a ton of your videos and have always wondered but haven’t seen (or looked at enough comments to see) anyone ask if you are a former hockey player?? Your footwork is insane.

[@thestutteringskater]

Haha can confirm I'm a hockey guy. Really miss it!

[@Melissa.Scott1]

@@thestutteringskater you honor your roots well though! Traded ice for some crazy difficult terrain! I’d say you leveled up lol.

[@coltinyocom]

Dude I love these videos

[@thestutteringskater]

Thank you! They are a blast

[@user-ow7os8ne9d]

Love your videos Ari! Keep it up, be careful. 23-24 miles an hour is crazy fast on skates, just a little slip and you can’t lose control quick, especially with other riders around.

[@JDYT6969]

Amazing

[@ru_english]

Keep going dude, i love your work, i love roller skates 😊😍

[@By_Esther]

Amazing❤

[@thestutteringskater]

Thank you!!!

[@GnarlsDarwin]

Woah 18mph backwards on the pedestrian bridge was badass footage...excellent content as always.

[@mor9n243]

One rock and man 😬

[@tnt0829]

Jet Set Radio Future vibes

[@benpointon6840]

love these vids buddy keep em coming

[@thestutteringskater]

More coming soon! Just for you!

[@benpointon6840]

@@thestutteringskater top man, I haven't skated for about 15 years about 6 months ago the kids saying dad I want to try skating ,so I took them to the local roller rink to give it a go, couldn't help myself so put a pair of blades on an truly surprised myself, I've still got it 😁. As I'm nearly 40 I thought hitting the skate parks might be a bit much didn't need any broken bones as I have a family to support. That's when I stumbled upon your vids my mind was blown I need this in my life, so skates are on order. Thank you, you have been a total inspiration. once I'm at 1 with the new skates I will send you a few vids, well that's if I haven't slammed into the back of a taxi 🤣🤣

[@LeeYaoSan]

Hey Ari, I've just stumbled to your channel a couple of days ago and I've already seen all of them. I love your content and your videos made me want to start rollerblading, next week I'll go buy a pair of rollerblades, It's been 20 years since I last skated but you made me miss all that so much. Thank you!

[@HeadNtheClouds]

You should dress up as a Street Shark on Halloween! JAWSOME! 😅 🦈

[@thestutteringskater]

Hmmm I have some other ideas

[@official_jvck]

Racing the J train🔥🔥💨

[@thestutteringskater]

It need to be upgraded, too slow

[@evolitile]

Great friggin video. Never seen your content before. But, I must say , it's awesome, if it;s anything like this video, then I look forward to it. Really cool. Thank you for sharing. :) Also, the music rocks!

[@JamDrawer]

Glad you made it :) some really sick shots in this one

[@thestutteringskater]

Appreciate it! more to come! (I hope)

[@KingTroopa]

Smoked the train 👍

[@thestutteringskater]

Crushed!

[@MsLeatte]

Do u ever fall? ?

[@TomasCyr]

Gave the train a headstart and still won lol

[@thestutteringskater]

The J needs some upgrades apparently

[@5mjc]

Great Way to getta around.

[@brandonedwards9812]

This is rad on VR!

[@LearningWith]

Now u have one fan from Latvia. Nice ride,man!

[@kyleheron38]

We need a gear check/ suggested setup for people looking to reintroduce themselves to skating. And your stamina is crazy. Plus you’re hitting speeds I typically see on my bike. Legendary stuff

[@briannaflemings5869]

Dude is so smooth with it, its so satisfying to watch! Love your videos!! When skating on the streets are your blades rockered or flat?

[@beezusHrist]

Hey Ari, I'm a fellow stutter-er who used to rollerblade in the 90s, and I'm trying to get back into it. You inspired me! San Diego is a tough place to re-learn, but I'm giving it a try. Oh, and also, Stay safe out there.

[@Napolitano24]

That ridge and train sequence was 🔥🔥🔥🔥 wish I can catch that type of speed with a view… out here in florida the flats limit speed 😩

[@Trvsk1]

you inspiring bro 🔥🔥

[@thestutteringskater]

Thank youuuu

[@agi5522]

Cooooool

[@muhammadabdul-rahman3186]

He doesn’t skate in the pocket, BRO IS THE POCKET Such satisfying videos, love the content

[@5mjc]

Bless the Road Sweepers...

[@dreemwalka]

new to the channel...loved this vid....almost asmr good footage

[@thestutteringskater]

Thank you so much!

[@Marnojoke]

Love the video, love the camera, love the music, love the speed indicator, now somehow fix the wind noises in I will fall in love with your videos ^^