Hey skaters, I was reading on the Nanaimo News Bulletin and it has lots of good ideas on how to stay safe while you are skating. Here are safety tips on how to stay safe while you Pound It Like A Mallard:
“Wear a good-fitting helmet, elbow pads and kneepads when skateboarding.
Make sure that your weight is appropriate for your skateboard.
Check your skateboard for loose, broken, or cracked parts, as well as sharp edges on metal boards.
Know your surroundings and avoid slippery or wet areas.
Closely supervise children under the age of 10 when they are riding skateboards.
Children under five should not use skateboards.
When losing your balance, crouch down on the skateboard so your fall is short.
Try to land on the fleshy parts of your body.
Try to roll as you fall, which prevents your arms from absorbing all the force.
Try to relax, rather than remaining stiff when falling.”
For the full article, go to http://www.bclocalnews.com/vancouver_island_central/nanaimonewsbulletin/sports/52384732.html