Downhill inline skating is a variation of the inline roller sports that is similar to the Alpine downhill ski racing. The biggest difference is that these racers cover a downhill distance on paved mountain roads using inline skates instead of skis on a snow covered mountain.
Technical Downhill
Technical downhill skating requires inline skating down steep city streets. This downhill discipline is done with or without using ski poles and demands perfect turns on each curve of the road to prevent skidding.
Downhill Inline Racing
In downhill inline racing, four to six racers start each race at the same time, so drafting and passing strategies are a very important part of each race. Any athlete who chooses a downhill inline skating discipline should understand that advanced skating skills are required, including turning, braking and balancing at speeds that can easily reach 35mph and in some cases have gone over 75mph.
Speed enthusiasts, thrill seekers like Jean-Yves Blondeau and athletes looking for cross training activities for skiing are good candidates for downhill inline skating activities.
