How to Heel-to-Heel Turn on In-Line Skates

Put your heels together and your wheels in line for a tight turn.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• In-line Skate Axles
• In-line Skate Spacers
• In-line Skate Wheels
• In-line Skates
• In-line Skating Gear
• In-line Skating Helmets
• In-line Skating Protective Gear Sets

1. 
    

   Skate forward and begin leaning into a turn. Transfer most of your weight to your outside skate.

2. 
    

   Lift up your inside skate and turn it to face the opposite direction.

3. 
    

   Set your inside foot down heel to heel with your other skate and lean slightly forward.

4. 
    

   Bend your knees and hold your arms out to the side for balance. Your toes should point in opposite directions, with all of your wheels basically in a straight line.

5. Turn until you are riding in the direction you want to go.

6. 
    

   Lift up the skate that is pointing backward and set it down pointing forward.

7. 
    

   Continue skating normally.

Tips & Warnings

• Really bend your knees and sit into this turn.
• This turn may feel awkward at first, but once you're comfortable with it, you'll use it all the time. It's perfect for tight turns.
• Always wear proper pads and a helmet when in-line skating.

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