The Gen X Skater Blog

A few weekends ago, I attended a surprise joint skate party for two of my close skate friends Simon and Charlotte on Crystal Palace Bridge — a well known skate spot in South London. It was organis...

A couple of years ago, I came across a skating style that completely blew my mind — JB skating. It’s a dynamic, funky, soulful, and unique quad skating style that was born in Chicago, USA, and [as ...

Wayne is one of London's longest standing 'OG' skaters. A true skate icon, loved and revered by many within the skate community. His skating talent, particularly as a speed skater [over nearly five de...

The BoNana Street Skate may at times look like a massive urban takeover today, but it all started with a simple gesture — and it was really sweet.

Emirates skater, Bobo (aka Kim) wanted to get more ...

There’s something so nostalgic about getting into your quad skates, letting the beat take you as you glide around the uber smooth wooden floor under disco lights with friends. For many of us Gen X ska...

This year, I had the honour of being a part of a very special performance at Notting Hill Carnival 2025 — one that blended history, elegance, and UK Ballroom Skating in a way London had never quite se...

Roller skating, especially quad skating, has had an extraordinary journey — from early inventions and theatrical spectacles to a full-fledged cultural movement. With its mix of athleticism, rhythmic s...

When I turned 50 last month (yes—5-0 and still rolling hard!), something beautiful became undeniable: the roller skating scene isn’t just a Gen Z game [though their numbers are multiplying with a forc...

If you're just getting started as a skater, you may want to consider the knock-on impact of a slower or faster skate wheel spin. A little knowledge in this area can support your growing development...

I’ve just returned from a long weekend in France participating in the Rendezvous in Paris Roller Skating Festival [and what a vibe it was]. It was my second time attending this festival as the 2024 fe...