How to V-Stop or Snow Plow Stop On Inline Skates

Once you are rolling in any way shape or form, slowing down and stopping become essential to your inline skating. The snow plow or v-stop can can be accomplished when skating forward. Simply spread your skates a little wider than shoulder width and then point your toes in toward each so that they come together and slow you down. This method of stopping is safest at slow to moderate speeds.