How do I register?
You don’t – you show up and skate. We will have a waiver but there is no registration or fee. Skating is free, but you pay your own way for lodging and food.
What level are the skates? All levels! From beginner to advanced. If you are unsure whether your skills are sufficient, please speak to a skate leader OR one of the Skate Patrol marshals (in red shirts) All skates will have a leader at the front and a sweep at the back, so that nobody is left behind. If you feel that you cannot complete a skate, let the leader or sweep know, and ask if you need directions to a metro or bus station. Beginner Street Skating: If you have new skates in an unopened box, you will need a bit of practice before you can feel comfortable skating on our rough streets, with a large group in traffic. Required Skills: - Can navigate around pot holes, and over speed bumps - Can slow or stop on gentle declines Intermediate Street Skating: Group skates take place on the streets and trails in and around DC, which can be quite hilly. - understand hand signals such as such as skating quickly through an intersection where traffic is being held. - skate in a confined space without spilling beer - Skate continuously, without stopping to rest for two miles Advanced Skating: Even hot-shot speed skaters should take note that urban skating in DC requires certain technical skills: - can balance, steer, and brake on large downhills - stop quickly, even from a high velocity - can hop on or off of a curb while skating - climb a staircase while on skates - skate continuously, without stopping to rest for four miles Is Safety Gear Required? Yes! Helmets and wrist guards are required on all skates Water: We are not able to provide water trucks, so please bring your own water on all skates. If you run out and need to replenish your hydration, ask the skate leader for the next water stop. Water and sports drinks are widely available from street vendors, bars, and shops along the way. Cab/Subway fare: We will not have any sag wagons. Therefore, bring money in case you are unable to complete the skate and need a ride back. Shoes or sandals: It is a good idea to Bring shoes or sandals on each skate in case you want to walk through memorials, need to take the subway, or we visit a post-skate establishment that doesn’t allow skates.
Are cyclists welcome on the skates?
Do you skate at night, in the dark?! Yes, but it's not really that dark! DC is highly illuminated by street lights and ambient lighting. Blinkies are required for night skates. We also advise reflective or at least light-colored clothing
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