thick ankles/calves

Question
Hi,

I want to get into roller blading but I have thick ankles/calves and am overweight. I like roller blading but it starts to hurt. I think it might be the pressure on my ankles from a tight boot but I dont know. I want to roller blade but if thats the reason I think I need new skates and if its not the reason then I dont know what to do. Where could I find roller blades that would fit right? Please help. Thanks.

Leah

Answer
Leah,
I have encountered this problem with a few of my students. The solution may be to buy a low cut boot like the Roller Blade RB 8. You need to shop around a bit to find a wide boot & as I suggested if you can use a lower cut model you may well avoid that pressure on the ankles.
One of my students who encountered this problem switched from inlines to quads & I fitted her for a wide low cut inexpensive skate boot. We used a cheaper boot because it was suede & not heavily padded & therefore not stiff & restrictive. She is very happy with the softer lower profile boot.
Hope you find something to give you comfort so that you can continue to enjoy this gratifying sport.
Roll On!!!.............Lezly (director - Lezly Skate School estab. 1979) www.SkateGuru.com