I have switched from the Rollerblade Downtown 4 boot to The new Rollerblade Point 8 boot.  There are definitely major differences in the designs.  The Point 8 is more structured, and the sole plates slide faster.   The best thing that is changed between the Downtown 4 to the Point 8 is the New Cuff.   The new cuff allows for the skater to customize their ankle flexibility.   Much appreciated.   I have skated these skates for about a month, and the durability is exceptional.   I haven’t had to worry too much about new parts or anything like that, so I am having a great time with my Rollerblade Point 8’s.

by Richard Williams

The Bitter Cold Show Down took place February 22 and 23 at the Flow Skatepark in Columbus, Ohio.   The footage has been amazing.  Thanks to all the competitors, industry heads and spectators who made it to this event.   Thanks to Daniel Kinney and The Flow Skatepark for putting the event on.  Many props  to Alex Broskow for taking 1st place . The top 5 finishers were Alex Broskow, Jeff Stockwell, Chris Haffey, Brian Shima, and David Sizemore.   For more footage, images and reviews on the event visit:  Be-Mag.com, BitterColdShowDown.com , or One Magazine. 

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XRECO380Y3o

http://youtube.com/watch?v=67ynybuYjkA
 

How did you start rollerblading?
I saw some kids in a neighborhood close to mine rolling around and skating a practice rail. I was hooked like a fish after that.
Who has the best royal in the business?
Julian Bah
Why is ATL the best place in the world?
Its really friendly, a great atmosphere to hang out and skate!
What was the last thing you ate?
Bacon Egg and Cheese Croissant. Homemade. haha
Why does Arlo wear pink jeans with zebra print v-neck tshirts?
Because he is such an icon, it doesnt matter what he wears.
Do you care about the condition of our planet?
Yes, but maybe I shouldn’t, because according to Sizemore, the world ends in 2012.
Do you recycle?
Yes
Do you do any other sports?
Occasional Jogging. Basketball sometimes too.
Would you still drive a car if all the sidewalks were made like a trampoline?
Haha, I would most likely still drive. Just imagine the pandemonium, all those mid-air collisions….
How many push-ups can you do?
25. haha
What is the longest stair ride you have ever done?
A 60 stair I guess.
Can you do an old fashion front flip?
Once, but I’ll leave that to people who do that all the time.
Do you call skating backward fakie or just backward?
Fakie. Backwards is for skating rinks.