LiveLica Journal
Inline speed skating
Guides, setup advice and race day tips from skaters who race.
07 Aug 2026
Why a Speed Skating Skinsuit Makes You Faster: Aerodynamics and Fabric Explained
At race pace the air is the biggest force slowing you down. Here is how a snug, well cut speed skating skin...
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06 Aug 2026
Inline Speed Wheel Profile and Contact Patch: How Wheel Shape Changes Grip and Roll
A clear guide to inline speed wheel profile and contact patch, explaining how a bullet or a rounder shape c...
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05 Aug 2026
Ceramic vs Steel Bearings: Which Is Better for Inline Speed Skaters?
Ceramic or steel bearings for inline speed skating? A clear skater to skater guide to how they compare, wha...
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05 Aug 2026
Inline Speed Wheel Hubs and Cores Explained: Why the Core Matters as Much as the Urethane
The hub hidden inside every race wheel decides how it feels, returns energy and lasts. Learn what the core ...
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04 Aug 2026
XFirm vs XXFirm Inline Wheels: Choosing the Right Hardness
XFirm grips and XXFirm rolls. Learn what the two wheel compounds mean, how surface and body weight decide t...
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03 Aug 2026
Best Quad Skate Bearings for High Speed Competition
A skater to skater roundup of the best high speed competition quad skate bearings, covering 627 and 608 siz...
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03 Aug 2026
Top Inline Speed Skate Bearings: The Power Bearings Range Explained
A skater to skater guide to the top inline speed skate bearings. How steel and ceramic really compare, what...
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03 Aug 2026
Six Ball vs Seven Ball Skate Bearings: Does Ball Count Add Speed
A skater to skater guide to how ball count works inside a 608 skate bearing, what you gain when you drop fr...
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02 Aug 2026
Inline Speed Skating Helmets: How to Choose a Light, Ventilated and Certified Lid
A buyer's guide to inline speed skating helmets, covering EN1078 certification, ventilation, weight, fit an...
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01 Aug 2026
The Inline Speed Skating Start: Sprint Technique and Your First Strides
A skater to skater guide to the inline speed skating start: the loaded set position, sharp running steps, t...
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