Fellow Sacramento Skaters,

Here is information about inline skating lesons in Trilogy in Rio
Vista, a hone for active seniors. Thganks to coordination by Pam
Matthews, these lessons (August 19, September 9, and September 16,
2006 are proving to be well attended and very exciting. If you don't
believe me, watch this PhotoShow by Pam Matthews:
http://photoshow.comcast.net/watch/Sj6us3Ra

Below is the latest newsletter from Pam. Unfortunately it loses its
formatting, but it does have links to visuals. I added a link to
SAMM. I will talk to Pam to always include this link in the future.

Newsletter II
August 28, 2006
Written by Pam Matthews

See Trilogy Inline Skaters in Action

Because some of you didn't receive the first set of pictures or
couldn't open them, I made a photo show that you can link to. To hear
the music you need speakers, and downloading the pictures is possible.
Enjoy and I hope this works. A big thank you to Archie Jefferson who
took the pictures…

Visit http://photoshow.comcast.net/watch/Sj6us3Ra to see our first event.
Visit http://photoshow.comcast.net/watch/vA6pt2wT to view Trilogy
residents buying their skates.

We are growing fast. More than 48 attended our first event and over 15
skated; 8 bought skates already; 5 practiced at our first group
practice on Monday; and over 35 are on our emailing list. This week a
half-dozen more inquired about joining. Not bad for being only 10 days
old.

Interested in purchasing skates or gear and want expert assistance

Another group will be driving to Demo Sports this coming Saturday,
Sept 2, 2006 to buy skates and gear. If you are interested in joining
us, please let me know (x3275) ASAP. We will meet at 9:30 AM in front
of the Vista Clubhouse. If you can't join us on Saturday visit Steve
Merrifield at Demo Sports, 1101 Francisco Blvd, San Rafael, CA 94901.
You can call him at (415) 454-3500 or email info@.... Be
sure to identify yourself as a Trilogy resident and mention my name to
get the special discount for Trilogy residents.

Sign up for Free Group Lessons with BERNIE AND PHIL "Old Dude on Blades"

Phil and Bernie return! It`s not too late to sign up for lessons with
the experts. Bernie will teach on Saturday, September 9, 2006 and Phil
will teach on Saturday, September 16, 2006. Both lessons will be held
in the Vista parking lot, 2 – 4 PM.

Sign up at the Vista front desk or let me know via email which
sessions you will attend. Please plan to use your own skates.
Helmets, wrist guards, knees and elbow pads are required.

All who participate in the group lessons on September 9 and September
16 will receive a Trilogy Inline Skater shirt.

Join Group Practice

Group practice is every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 6 – 8 PM in the
Vista parking lot. This is a great opportunity to hone your skills
with other Trilogy inline skaters and have fun learning. Come as
often as you can. The more you practice the better you get!

Suggestions from Trilogy Rio Vista Skaters

1. Purchase wrist guards with hard plastic on the front and back.
2. Bring water to drink to group practices and consider bringing a
portable chair for taking a break.
3. Put your knee and elbow pads on first, then your skates. Wrist
guards last…
4. Put your hands on your knees to steady yourself, rest while
skating…and to prevent falling.
5. You'll discover muscles you thought you didn't have. Don't worry
they'll get stronger.
6. Try SUPERFEET to provide more comfort for your feet. Call Steve or
see website listings below.
7. Wear NON-cotton socks to prevent blisters and sweaty feet.
8. Duck walk on your grass to the nearest mailbox if one is close to
step down to the street. Remember most of our driveways slope down.
You'll learn how to go up and down curbs at our next lessons.

Recommended Websites for things you asked about
1. Skate bags w/outside mesh skate pockets:
http://www.inlinewarehouse.com/descpage.html?pcode=TESB
or
http://www.amazon.com/s.html/102-1185197-4651306?ie=UTF8&node=3375301&brand=Tran\
spack

2. On-line place to shop for skating gear:
http://www.inlinewarehouse.com/
3. Great information and videos on skating, lessons etc. :
http://www.getrolling.com/
4. Recommended non-cotton socks:
http://www.goldmanbros.com/gc/catalog/Thorlo-CoolMax-Hiking-Socks-Lightweight-Pa\
dding-Women-s-LTH-cat100315.html
5. SUPERFEET
http://www.onlineshoes.com/landing.asp?type=brand&brandid=15&pu=0&pu_fs=0&term=s\
uperfeet
or try the Amazon site:
http://www.amazon.com/s.html/102-1185197-4651306?ie=UTF8&node=3760931&brand=Supe\
rFeet
6. Skating Vacations: http://www.zephyradventures.com/
7. Padded Pants:
http://www.austinsportsgear.com/products/index.php#extreme
8. Skating calorie burn rate: http://www.lenihan.org/sk8_calories.htm
9. To order the book "Get Rolling" Third Edition:
http://www.getrolling.com/lizbooks.html
10. ID tags or wrist bracelets: Road ID http://www.roadid.com/
11. Do-Rags: You local Harley store or
http://www.wholesaleforeveryone.com/page/WFE/CTGY/bandansp or
http://www.sewinj.com/

Phil's Website:

http://www.lenihan.org/index1.html
http://www.lenihan.org/old_dude.html
http://www.cora.org/Sk8StarPhil.htm

Bernie's Website:

http://www.sacramentoskating.com/
http://www.samm.netfirms.com/
http://www.geocities.com/bscovill_98/

Contact Pam with your tips for Trilogy skaters, ideas for our
newsletter or questions at 3275 or pminfo@...

Skating Tips for a Safe Skating

Always wear a helmet, wrist guards, knee and elbow pads when inline
skating. Wearing protective gear will greatly decrease the chances of
injury and will give you more confidence.
The best way to start inline skating is to take a lesson with an
instructor.
Learn a few important skating skills on grass or carpet to get used
to the feel of your inline skates before you step onto the pavement.
Walk around with both toes pointed slightly outward -- that is how
you'll push off once you're rolling on the pavement.
Practice balancing on one foot at a time. The better your balance
becomes, the easier stopping and striding will be for you.
Bend your knees as much as possible. Keeping a low stance increases
overall balance and the length of your stride, thereby improving the
efficiency of your skating technique and your control. Your weight
should be balanced on the balls of your feet. Avoid standing up
straight with your knees locked or balancing your weight on their heels.
Avoid hills and declines when you're starting out. You can build up
speed on even a slight decline. Find a flat surface that's free of
debris or cracks, such as an empty parking lot, tennis court or
basketball court to hone braking skills. When you're ready to try
inclines, start on a gentle grade.
Stick to dry pavement. Skating in water is dangerous! Sand can
damage bearings and hurt skate performance.

Thanks again to Bosco, Duke, and all of you great film makers.

The next Trilogy inline skating event will be on the 9th, Saturday,
from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. in the Vista Parking Lot at Trilogy in
RioVista. After that will be an advanced lssson on the 16th,
Saturday, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. in the Vista Parking Lot at Trilogy
in Rio Vista.

Here is the schedule for the 9th:
On September 9th, Bernie will review and build on what you learned on
August 19th from the list below. Coaching on advanced skills will
follow if time permits.

1. Wearing Pads
2. Falling Safely
3. The Duck Walk
4. The Ready Position
5. The Scissored Ready Position
6. The Heel Stop
7. The A Frame Turn
8. The Parallel Turn
9. The Grass Stop
10. Normal Striding and Gliding
11. Walking up a Curb
12. Walking down a Curb

I have seldom seen such skating enthusiasm. If you don't believe me,
watch this PhotoShow by Pam Matthews:
http://photoshow.comcast.net/watch/Sj6us3Ra

Bernie
Webmaster of Sacramento Skating:
( Sacramemntoskating.com/ )