Wizard NR100s on Standards

[@pawelkosiacki970]

Hi guys, How great it is to see new videos from you every day. These are the gems that make my day wonderful. :-).

[@pouringblue7]

The NR100s and new standard is for everyone. The shred has commenced. 🙏

[@matthewsumma]

So sweet

[@rollforever85]

Turbo Todd 💨💨💨

[@OpenRecords]

Is mushroom blading different to wizard skating or was it just a hostile takeover/successful rebrand? Asking for a mate 😅

[@MushroomBlading]

I asked the Grok AI the difference between the two last week and it gave a surprisingly good and detailed answer. Outside of that you would have to let the rollerblading community answer.

[@DaleTV69]

@@MushroomBlading This is such a weird response

[@Zerodius1]

Just watch Tom Moyse’s video on Mushroom Blading. Short answer is that yes, mushroom blading is different from wizard skating. There’s no takeover or rebrand, nor was there ever an attempt at that.

[@Sipha-Si]

Mushroom has more aggressive inspired influence, grinds and such mixed in with the swirly whirly stuff, Wizard is much more focused on the swirly whirly flat stuff lions/gazelles etc as far as I see it

[@MushroomBlading]

I was being serious that the AI answer was a good resource. Here you go: Mushroom blading and wizard skating are both styles within inline skating, but they have distinct characteristics: - **Mushroom Blading:** - **Origin and Style:** Mushroom blading emerged from the aggressive inline skating community, focusing on creative, fluid, and often improvisational tricks. It's named for its somewhat whimsical, playful approach to skating, where the movements can resemble those of someone perhaps under the influence of mushrooms. This style emphasizes flow, creativity, and sometimes incorporates dance-like movements or unique balance tricks. - **Equipment:** While it doesn't require specific frames, mushroom blading often uses setups that allow for more playful and less conventional trick execution, including different wheel sizes and setups to facilitate this creative approach. - **Philosophy:** There's a heavy emphasis on the art and fun of skating rather than just the technical aspect of tricks. It's about exploring the environment in a unique, often meditative way. - **Wizard Skating:** - **Origin and Style:** Wizard skating is largely credited to Leon Basin, who developed specific frames (Wizard frames) to facilitate this style. It combines elements from aggressive skating, freestyle slalom, and even some figure skating techniques. Wizard skating involves intricate footwork, spins, and transitions, often performed on flat ground or in urban environments, making use of the natural rocker of the frames for smoother, more flowing movements. - **Equipment:** Central to wizard skating is the use of Wizard frames, which are designed with a natural rocker to allow for more fluid transitions and turns. These frames come in various sizes, typically with larger wheels (90mm, 100mm, 110mm), enhancing speed and maneuverability. - **Philosophy:** Wizard skating is about pushing the limits of what can be done on skates, integrating technical prowess with artistic expression. It's seen as a progressive style that encourages skaters to think beyond traditional aggressive skating tricks. **Key Differences:** - **Frames and Setup:** Wizard skating nearly always involves specific Wizard frames for their natural rocker, while mushroom blading can use various setups but focuses more on the style of movement. - **Focus:** Mushroom blading focuses on creativity and the art of movement, often blending in elements from different skating disciplines. Wizard skating, while also creative, emphasizes technical proficiency with its unique frame design to achieve complex maneuvers. - **Community and Influence:** Both have their roots in the rollerblading community but have influenced each other. Mushroom blading has been pivotal in showing that skating can be about more than just tricks, whereas wizard skating has introduced new technical possibilities through equipment innovation. In summary, while both styles share a creative spirit, mushroom blading is more about the artistic, playful exploration of skating, and wizard skating is about mastering specific technical skills facilitated by unique equipment.