Roadskater Resources: Buying Skate Stuff

Buying Equipment WAR Homepage > WAR Resources > Equipment > Buying Equipment Once you have skates the following web sites are useful sources for buying helmets, wheels, bearings, etc..
	Skaters Refuge The online portal for skaters by skaters. Skaters Refuge, a local company run by skaters offers competitive pricing on inline skate gear for fitness and competitive skaters. `http://www.skatersrefuge.com/`
	W Helmets W Helmets was inspired by Wendy Moore, who died from head injuries sustained while skiing without a helmet in 1997. Her family founded W Helmets to make a helmet designed for skiers, snowboarders, bikers, skateboarders and rollerbladers who love action sports as much as Wendy did. Prices for these delux helmets range btween $100 to $150. `http://www.whelmets.com/`
	Explore Replace your wheels with a high performance set from Explore. `http://www.explorewheels.com/`
	K2 Skates: buy parts online The K2 site has an online parts catalog. Watch out for the shipping prices ($8 on most items). `http://www.k2skates.com/`
	Lighted Wheels These wheels have built-in generators which require no batteries and little maintenance. However, in order to create electricity, magnets in the skate absorbe power from your push. They make great fashion statement, as well as increase safety and visibility while skating at night. `http://www.skatewheels.com/`
	Fire Roller Wheels LEDs are located on the side for a better visibility and will last until wheels are worn out. Most other lit wheels are front LEDs, which generate less light when the wheel is worn out. Fire Roller is in Europe so check the exchange rate before you buy. http://www.fire-roller.com/
	Sin Systems Bearings Sin Systems offers discounts on group orders. They sell both stainless steel and ceramic bearings. `http://www.SiNSystems.com/`
	Venice Roller Works They often have good prices on wheels and package deals on bearings. `http://www.scooterbiz.com/`
	Thorlo Socks designed for active use ensures warm, dry feet. `http://www.thorlo.com/`
	CamelBak Advanced Hydration System, or a backpack with a water pouch in it. An easy hands-free way to hydrate. `WAR Homepage > WAR Resources > Equipment > Using your CamelbaK` `http://www.camelbak.com/`
	Transpack Handy skating backpacks for your skates. `http://www.transpack.net/`
	Wigwam The Wigwam, Ultimax Triathlete ultra lite socks wick moisture and wear like iron. Plus, they come in black so nobody can tell when they are dirty. http://www.wigwam.com/brandhome.html

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Last Update: 1/3/2007