7 Mar 2016

How to choose roller skis

How to choose roller skis

Roller skis are traditionally divided into two types: roller skis for classic skiing and roller skis for skating. The classics and the skate, in turn, are divided into training rollers and racing roller skis (high-speed).

What are the main differences What are the main differences

How to choose ski rollers and what are the main differences?

Roller skis for training usually have rubber (rubber) wheels and do not make it so easy to develop high speed, which primarily provides confidence for a novice athlete, and for experienced athletes this is an opportunity to get an additional load. Roller skis with rubber wheels, among other things, absorb all the bumps in the road surface, which is so important for our roads. Rubber gives good grip on the road surface. Roller skis with rubber wheels of small diameter, this is a great opportunity to learn ski run for beginners and improve their skills for experienced athletes. In our online store you can buy skating roller skis for training. The most budgetary and most suitable model for training Shamov 02-1.

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Race roller skis or race roller skis

Allows for high speeds. To do this, their design has either a rigid straight or upward curved platform to increase stability. Roller wheels have a larger diameter - for the free passage of cracks and unevenness on the road, and a smaller width - for speed. The wheels are usually made of polyurethane or rubber, but with a large diameter.

You can buy racing roller skis in our online store. We provide two roller ski manufacturers Shamov and Elva both have excellent roller ski models for racing. These are not all models, but the fastest in the Shamov and Elva lines with a maximum wheel diameter of 100mm and corresponding speed characteristics.

Elva sk100

How to choose roller skis if you are just starting out?

First of all, you need to decide what style you would like to skate.

Skating is speed, classic is a measured and smooth ride. When choosing, you can be guided by the following indicators: your balance, if you have problems with this item or you do not want to subject your muscles and limbs to intense loads and are simply afraid of high speed, then your choice is definitely roller skis for a classic move.

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And so if you choose skating style.

Skating roller skis have narrower wheels and shorter frames than classic roller skis.

If you are just starting out and have not even stood on ordinary skis until now, then we advise you to take rollerskis with rubber wheels with a diameter of 70-80 mm. Rubber will not allow much acceleration and will absorb all road bumps. Sports online store Yoway recommends the Shamov 03-1 model.

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If you have great smooth asphalt and want to fly faster than the Norwegian team, then polyurethane wheels may be your choice. And here you can offer a cool option on polyurethane wheels of 80 diameter, Shamov 01-1 roller skis.

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You have chosen rollerskis for classic skiing.

The main difference between classic rollerskis and skating ones is a ratchet (braking) mechanism installed on one of the pairs of wheels, which blocks the rolling back. The platform length of the classic roller skates is longer (more than 68 cm) to stabilize the course when moving, and the rubber wheels are wider for increased stability (more than 4 cm). The wheels have a small diameter so that the height of the roller ski platform above the surface is insignificant, then it will be easier for the athlete to maintain his balance when riding. This configuration of roller skis provides the athlete with a comfortable ride during training in classic move.

Our store recommends 2 basic rollerski models for classic skiing: These are the Shamov 05 and Shamov 06 models. Fundamental difference models, is that the 06 models have thicker wheels and the rollers can withstand greater loads compared to the 05 rollers.

How to choose a binding for roller skis?

There are 2 modifications of bindings for roller skis type SNS and type NNN for each of these types there are boots that fit these bindings. The bindings for rollerskis, which are presented in our online store, are universal and are suitable for both classic and skating skis.

NNN
SNS

If you are a beginner and not familiar with these technologies, but you have ski boots, then with the help of the picture below, you will be able to determine which bindings you need NNN or SNS.

Newbie tip: Mounts NNN the most common and boots for them, buy much easier and cheaper!

How to put bindings on roller skis?

Any bindings for ski boots, both imported and domestic, are installed by adhering to the following rule: the ski binding assembly is applied to the rollerski platform end-to-end with the rear mudguard. Only after that make a mark for the screw of the front body of the ski mount on the platform. To drill all mounting holes, it is recommended to use a jig for installing ski bindings on roller skis.

Mounts

How to choose ski boots?

Let's say right away that if you want to save money, then you can use your old ski boots that you ski in the winter, but if you want comfort, then we advise you to purchase boots specifically for roller skis.

Rollerski boots also suggest that you ski in the summer and slightly different loads than traditional winter ones.

Since we are talking about a domestic manufacturer of rollerskis, we advise you to purchase budget, but at the same time, no matter how inferior to foreign manufacturers Alpine, boots for SPINE rollerskis. Boots are available for both NNN and SNS bindings. Prices range from 2500 to 6500 rubles.

How to choose shoes

How to choose poles for roller skis?

How to choose sticks

Everything is extremely simple here. For skating roller skis, the poles are 15-20 cm below you, about to your earlobe. For classic rollerblading, sticks are 30 cm below your height.

You can use any sticks, but be sure to use stick attachments - paws. Since standard tips ski poles not intended for asphalt.

Available in 2 size types 10.0 mm and 12.3

Tips

How to learn roller skiing?

You can watch a video, read special literature on the Internet, or purchase a lesson from a roller ski coach in St. Petersburg. In one lesson, you can get the necessary skills for further comfortable riding, or continue classes, reach a new sports level and take part in competitions.

If you purchase any ski rollers from us, you will receive a 15% discount on a lesson with a trainer. When you purchase roller skates from us, you get a discount coupon that you can present to the coach and get a discount on the lesson. And you can train for 850 rubles per session, instead of 1000 rubles.

Conducts classes professional trainer By cross-country skiing Rumyantsev Yuri Valentinovich. Formation of AFKiS Lesgaft. Coaching experience since 1996, CCM in athletics. Winners of St. Petersburg, Champion of Russia, Prize-winner of the World Cup stages in roller skiing. Location of classes: Pargolovo Vyborgskoye sh. 369, Kavgolovo UTK Lesgafta (the route is paid separately) and other places are possible. The content of the classes: technical (training in skating, classic and other ways of moving on roller skis), physical (general and special), and other areas of training.

Protection for roller skis.

Since the skiing is not on snow, which can forgive almost any fall, here we have asphalt, and falls are not uncommon even for the most advanced athletes. We suggest you protect the most important thing, namely the head. Here, a regular bicycle helmet, which can be bought at any specialized sports store, will do. To protect the elbows, knees, any elbow and knee pads are suitable, which are sold in almost all sports stores, such as Sportmaster, Decathlon and others.

Clothing for ski rollers.

The rollers of roller skis are made, as a rule, of 2 materials: polyurethane and rubber (rubber). Polyurethane frames are harder and more wear resistant and are preferred for asphalt. good quality. Rubber frames roll softer than polyurethane ones, and if the asphalt is not of very good quality, then they are more suitable.

Recently, roller skis with composite platforms have appeared that can significantly absorb vibration from uneven roads, as well as roller skis with inflatable wheels for roads of any quality (off-road). But the price of such roller skis can reach ten thousand rubles, so not every athlete can afford to buy such a roller ski.

Roller skis are usually divided into two classes: roller skates for classic and skating, and they, in turn, are divided into training rollers and racing (speed) roller skis, although there are also combined types which combine the advantages of both classes.

Training roller skis help the athlete learn to ski, as the wheels of these roller skis are usually made of rubber to reduce vibration and improve traction, allowing the athlete to focus on skiing technique.

Roller skis for racing (they are also speed roller skis) allow athletes to reach high speeds, so their design involves a rigid straight or curved platform to increase stability, and the wheels have a larger diameter - for the free passage of cracks and other obstacles on the road, and a smaller width - for you were fast. Wheels can be made of polyurethane to increase rolling resistance.

Model selection
On roller skates, the athlete stands on a platform a few centimeters higher than on skis. Therefore, great importance should be attached to the need to maintain balance when choosing rollers. If racing rollers count on getting uncompromising top speed, then for long workouts it is desirable to have rollers on which it is easier to maintain balance - this will save strength and help avoid injuries.

Choosing a model for a classic move
For classical ski training, roller skis must provide sufficient stability and stability during the push and roll. For this reason, training classic roller skis have rather long frames (70 cm or more in length) and wide wheels made of relatively soft rubber. This design provides a smooth ride with a long roll. Elpex Wasa 610 and SkiSkett Bull are excellent examples of training classic roller skis.

A faster option is classic roller skis with smaller wheels with stiffer tires. For example, Elpex Team 610 and SkiSkett Nord. These models are quite suitable for participation in competitions. For sprint races on roller skis with a classic course (on this moment such races are not common) and for competitions on slopes with steep slopes, it is recommended to use three-wheeled models of classic roller skis, such as the SkiSkett BITURBO. The three-wheel design provides high stability in a strong push. And the use of polyurethane wheels with high rigidity ensures low friction.

All rollerskis for the classic course are equipped with a pair of wheels with a ratchet. The ratchet is quite an expensive mechanism, and replacing ratchet wheels can cost more than half the cost of a complete roller. Therefore, it is recommended to choose roller skis with waterproof bearings or to install such bearings yourself.

The choice of model for skating.
For the vast majority of riders, skating allows them to achieve the highest speed. Models of inline skis for racing usually have two large diameter narrow wheels that can provide the best performance for skating.

For skating, it is better to choose roller skis with polyurethane wheels. Skate wheels are narrow, no more than 4 centimeters. The platform of a skate roller is a little shorter than for a classic roller, about 60 cm between the axles. The most common model in Russia is Start Skating 71. which was used for All-Russian competitions on roller skis. The SkiSkett Fire model, which is close in characteristics, has a larger set of delivery options - with rubber or polyurethane wheels on a metal or plastic rim.

Racing models are characterized by narrow wheels, usually about 2 cm wide, which reduces friction with the asphalt. The diameter is about 100 mm, the maximum allowed by international regulations. The length of the platform is 530 mm (again, the minimum allowed by international rules), which allows you to achieve the maximum step frequency.

The most widely used racing model among SkiSkett rollerblades is the Cobra model. For them, there are various configuration options, from different types of bearings to wheels with different hardness. Appropriate options are selected depending on the specific conditions of the race - asphalt conditions, weather conditions, etc. The Elpex Race model is widely known.

In racing models, the bindings are not installed in the center of gravity of the platform, as is done when mounting ski bindings. Instead, the bindings are placed so that the center of gravity of the rollerski coincides with the center of the foot. ski boot where is created maximum load when pushed. Thus, the load is evenly distributed between the two wheels. The load, evenly distributed on the wheels, creates the least total resistance and provides the highest speed.

Speed ​​rollerskis with a short platform, high wheels and a binding not installed in the center of gravity of the ski require special pushing techniques. This technique is somewhat different from ski equipment. At the same time, high speeds increase the risk of injury. For this reason, it is not recommended to buy racing models of roller skis for everyday training, if you are not planning to compete.

Special ski rollers.
Rollerblading workouts are very long - up to 3 hours or more. In this case, the athlete may experience significant inconvenience and discomfort from vibrations coming from the wheels. For long training sessions and training on poor quality asphalt, the Elpex F1, with large diameter soft rubber wheels, can be an excellent choice. The next step in this direction is the Elpex OFF ROAD model. these rollerskis allow you to train on tracks with any dense surface. Elpex OFF ROAD wheels have a diameter of over 150mm. and covered with soft solid rubber.

The Soviet industry at one time produced ski-rollers for off-road travel with inflatable wheels with a diameter of about 20 cm. These designs had enough big weight- about 4kg, but perfectly passed on roads of any quality. Some Western companies produce similar models, but it is rather difficult to find them for sale.

Are seasonal. Adherents of any seasonal discipline often get bored when the time of the year comes, unsuitable, say, for skiing.

However, there are shells that can facilitate separation from your favorite inventory. For example, in order to ski even when there is no snow on the ground, there are roller skis, or roller skis.

First introduced as a tool for summer training for skiers, roller skiing soon became so popular that it became a seasonal discipline in its own right.

So what is it?

Description

The principle of operation of such skis is not much different from the principle of using cross-country skis (unless they can be used without special sticks). However, there are some differences in the design of these two shells.

The most important of these are the wheels. In order for roller skis to be able to move even on non-snowy asphalt, they are equipped with four rollers - two on each platform.

Material

Roller skis are not made of wood. They are made from rubber and polyurethane. The choice of a product from a particular material, as a rule, is determined by the conditions.

If an athlete purchases an accessory for running on bad asphalt, he chooses soft rubber products. They don't feel the same vibration. However, such platforms wear out faster.

Those who have the opportunity to practice on flat tracks make a choice in favor of polyurethane. It is stiffer, because of which all the bumps are felt more strongly. But this material is more resistant to wear.

It should be noted that not always roller skis looked the way they look now. In order to trace the evolution of this projectile, you need to understand its history.

Story

The first appeared in the thirties of the last century. The first to see them were the inhabitants of Northern Europe and Italy.

As we have already said, for forty years since their appearance, these products have been used exclusively for summer training of skiers.

However, in the seventies, the history of these devices took an unexpected turn. Skating on such devices has become a separate sport, in which small competitions have even begun to be held.

Number of wheels

This rider now moves on four wheels. Previously, roller skiing required six wheels - three on each ski board.

One wheel was located in front, and two - behind.

Material

At that time, they were not made of wood, however, they also did not reach the creation of them from polyurethane and rubber. The platforms were made of metal. People who grew up in Soviet times may remember appearance these projectiles.

innovators

Gradually, experts realized that there was no need to run on three wheels. Much more exciting, challenging and interesting is running on platforms that have only two wheels attached to them. After all, then the device becomes no longer so stable, but more maneuverable.

The initiators of the changes in the design were the Italian Paolo Miorin and his associate Skirollo.

The second, by the way, is considered the inventor of roller skis with two wheels. The most famous company for the production of these devices, Skirollo, is named after him.

Sport

When riding on such platforms became more interesting and more difficult, such a sport as roller ski racing gained high popularity. First, this discipline captured Italy, and then received an international response.

As a result, in the early 1980s, there was talk about the need to create a ski-roller federation. And it was created in 1985.

Roller skiing gained a foothold in the status of an international sport in 1993, when international competitions in The Hague.

In 2000, the world championship in wheel skiing was held. The same projectile is used in various summer biathlon competitions.

Over time, individual disciplines in roller skiing began to stand out, which means that different types shells.

Kinds

Ski rollers are of the following types:

• classic;
• racing;
• skating;
• training;
• mountain.

Classic

Classic wheel skis are a platform from seventy to one hundred centimeters long, there is one wheel in front and behind each ski board.

Racing

Racing shells are tough. They are designed to be used on ideal surfaces, so they do not use soft materials that dampen vibration.

The diameter of the wheels of such shells reaches one hundred millimeters.

Skate

Skate devices differ from classic ones in frame length. It does not exceed 60-65 centimeters. Outwardly, such a projectile looks like a modified wheel skate.

Skate roller devices use plastic wheels, as rubber wheels can lose their shape too quickly.

Training

Roller skis for beginners differ from the classic ones in that they use the most soft wheels that do not make a lot of noise when moving. Sometimes such products are equipped with a special device that prevents them from accelerating too quickly.

Mountain

The fact is that ski rollers as a species are a non-existent concept. Since there are no competitions for downhill skiing on wheel skis. To do this, it would be necessary to erect large-scale mountain scenery with an even surface suitable for driving on small ski wheels.

However, there are extreme lovers who are ready to conquer, if not mountain peaks, then paved ones, on plastic platforms.

Since alpine roller skis are not sold in stores, such lovers of descents from hills use, for example, skating or classic equipment.

Some people turn ordinary shoes into mountain shoes by equipping them with additional heel bindings.

In isolated cases, athletes completely make mountain shells on their own. At the same time, they take into account that the mountain product must be longer and narrower than the classic one, and must also have additional fasteners.

Whatever branch of roller skiing you choose, take care of your safety: feel free to use knee pads, elbow pads and a helmet. After all, even in the most adrenaline disciplines, you need to remember about your own health.

If you know Interesting Facts about wheel skis, tell us about them, please, in the comments.

(rubber). Polyurethane frames are harder and more wear resistant and are preferred for good quality asphalt.

Rubber frames roll softer than polyurethane ones, and if the asphalt is not of very good quality, then they are more suitable.

Recently, roller skis with composite platforms have appeared that can significantly absorb vibration from uneven roads, as well as roller skis with inflatable wheels for roads of any quality (off-road). But the price of such roller skis can reach ten thousand rubles, so not every athlete can afford to buy such roller skis.
Roller skis are usually divided into two classes: roller skates for classic and skating, and they, in turn, are divided into training rollers and racing (speed) roller skis, although there are also combined types that combine the advantages of both classes.
Training roller skis help the athlete learn to ski, as the wheels of these roller skis are usually made of rubber to reduce vibration and improve traction, allowing the athlete to focus on skiing technique.
Roller skis for racing (they are also speed roller skis) allow athletes to reach high speeds, so their design involves a rigid straight or curved platform to increase stability, and the wheels have a larger diameter - for the free passage of cracks and other obstacles on the road, and a smaller width - for you were fast. Wheels can be made of polyurethane to increase rolling resistance.
At present, with the deep penetration of the Internet in Russia, buy suitable model roller ski with installed ski binding anywhere in our country is not a big deal. But how to choose from a wide variety of rollerski models that are produced by global and Russian manufacturers (to which the company belongs), what suits you best.

INThe choice of roller skis for classic skiing

The main difference between classic roller skis is a ratchet mechanism installed on one of the pairs of wheels, which blocks the rotation back. The platform length of the classic roller skates is longer (more than 68 cm) to stabilize the course when moving, and the rubber wheels are wider for increased stability (more than 4 cm). The wheels usually have a small diameter so that the height of the roller ski platform above the ground is negligible, then it will be easier for the athlete to maintain his balance when riding. This configuration of roller skis provides the athlete with a comfortable ride during training in the classic course.

An example of classic roller skis is roller skis (type "Elpex"): a lightweight frame made of aluminum alloy 685 mm long, soft rubber wheels with an installed locking ratchet mechanism 40 mm wide and 70 mm high, the weight of the athlete can withstand up to 90 kg.

The choice of roller skis for skating

Skating roller skis have narrower wheels and shorter frames than classic roller skis.
An example of skating rollerskis is "Shamov" rollerskis (type "Start" model , ): with polyurethane wheels 80x28 mm, or rubber 70x30 mm or 80x30 mm.
These rollers have a light aluminum frame (centre distance 590 mm), can withstand the weight of an athlete up to 90 kg. Also, these models have composite frames (with steel "forks") that can withstand the weight of an athlete over 90 kg.

The model of roller skis for skating (type "Marwe") has the highest possible rubber wheels with a diameter of 100 mm and a width of only 24 mm, which reduce the total friction of the rollers with the road. These roller skates also have good grip on asphalt and are great for training.

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Roller skis or roller skis has two meanings;

1. Sports equipment - a means of movement on a hard surface, imitating skis, using wheels for movement, fixed on a platform on which the athlete stands.
2. A sport officially recognized by the International Ski Federation that uses inline skis.

Initially, roller skis were used as a means of training skiers in the summer. However, later roller skiing turned into an independent sport, in which competitions of various levels are held.

Story

The first roller skis appeared in the mid-30s of the century in Italy and Northern Europe.

Roller skiing competitions gradually acquired an international status. In 1985, the European Roller Ski Federation was created, and in 1988 the first European Championship was held in the Netherlands.

Since during the competition skiers reach a speed of 50 km / h, and average speed is about 30 km / h, skiers must use safety equipment: a helmet, protection for legs and arms.

Note

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