Safety on skate can’t be over emphasise, considering the fact that that’s one big issue Nigerians have concerning inline skating. So, I will continue to talk about safety until I’ve been able to remove the misconception that skating is too risky a sport to get involve with. So for a couple of update I will be talking about Inline skating safety. That is, how to anticipate and avoid skating hazards.

Your chance of being injured on inline skates will be greatly reduced if you are aware of potential hazards and you know how to avoid them. Whenever you skate, pay attention to your surroundings, debris on the road and keep your eyes and ears open. Don't let yourself be surprised by changes in the terrain or the unexpected actions of other people. I started my first few on a street of a hood and you know what that means, lots of people moving around, throwing lots of negative reactions at you. And this can sometimes be distracting.


SAFETY TIP 1
PROTECT YOUR BODY LIKE IT’S ALL YOU’VE GOT

I wouldn’t say I have had any major serious injury in some of my skating falls. But my first bruised fall was caused by debris on the paved road I was skating. Sometimes you can’t avoid coming across water or dirt on the road and tripping on them. But you can avoid getting bruise by padding yourself.

Don’t be like me, I learned most of these things I share in a hard way. For those that have been skating for a long time, they will understand. We all know what’s right but just postpone them. So, always wear your protection kits. Don’t postpone buying them. I didn’t wear a hand glove until I had a bruise on it, don’t wait until then.

Look at the glove of those who skate often, their glove is literally covered with scrapes and scratches and dents. My point, buy your protection kits first before buying your skates, if you want to knock off that fear and be safe on skate.

Please, feel free to comment and ask any question. will be glad to answer your concerns.