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Active since: 2019

* [[2022 skating announcement]]
* [[2021 skating announcement]]

Season officially opens on the 3rd week of March and ends on the last week of November but there are always events all year.

=== Past events ===
New platform for 2022 which runs parallel with [[kommunity]]:
* [https://www.meetup.com/torontobladers/events/calendar/2022-03 Events for 2022 by month]

On the new and main platform since 2021: 
* [https://kommunity.com/torontobladers/events/past Past events since 2021]

On the [[Reasons_to_move_away_from_meetup_Toronto_rollerblade_inline_skater_group| old platform group]] ''(no plans for 2022)'':
* Past events during [https://meetup.com/bladers/events/calendar/2021-01/ 2021]
* Past events during [https://meetup.com/bladers/events/calendar/2020-05/ 2020],
* Past events during [https://meetup.com/bladers/events/calendar/2019-07/ 2019]

== Frequency of events ==
* Default number of events per week is 1 on Friday nights
* Summer events range from 1 to 3, meaning 1 long trail and 1 or 2 fixed locations for skill  practice.
* Some events are often planned among the skaters of a previous event.
* Planned events that are posted may change or be replaced due to regular skaters group agreements.
* Events with low attendance 3 hours prior to occur, may be re-scheduled to a later time in the future.
* Unless exceptions, a rescheduled event typically moves to the following week on the same day.

== Event dates ==
* Unless exceptions, events open automatically 1 week prior to the date and are then announced.
* Any event can change date, location and type prior to announcement.
* Events close the RSVP 2 to 3 hours prior to announced time to allow last unforeseen minute changes.
* Any event changes after announcement will have a second announcement by email.
* There are events that will specifically be done online and everyone should attend.
* Typically there are no repeated locations for an event, unless the location is exceptional.

== Weather conditions ==
* Strong wind: [[Speedy]] does not organize events with winds above 35 km. 
* If it rains: [[Speedy]] does not do events on wet surfaces and the event will change the date. (''see frequency of events'').
* If it snows: [[Speedy]] may organize [[inline skating]] events if the skating area is clear of snow and or slush. 
* During winter and off [[inline skating]] season any ice skating events organized by [[Speedy]] will be a fluke.

== Skater management ==
Due to group maintenance for a good flow and organizational structure with all skaters and skill levels, please see [[skater management and attendance]]

== Events cancelled ==
'''The following, are reasons that can lead to a cancellation of an event''' on [[Kommunity]]
# Weather conditions: Mostly rain during the good season and consequential wet pavement as well as very low temperatures during winter.
# The host and or organizer of an event cannot make it.

'''As for the old platform (''meetup''), cancellations can happen due to the following:'''
# Weather conditions: Mostly rain during the good season and consequential wet pavement as well as very low temperatures during winter.
# Attendees that do not respect and or fit the event requirements such as a beginner responding to an long distance event designed for intermediate and or advanced skaters.
# Attendees that do not have equipment (wheels) that match the requirements of an event such as taking 76 mm (or less) wheels when the event will have 100/110 or 125mm wheels and will be for speed.
# RSVP's done by people that are known to notoriously keep a trend of not showing up on the last minute.
# Attendees that are contacted by the organizer and or host of an event, but do not acknowledge the contact or even reply. (these often are fake accounts)
# Disrespect for the [[code of conduct]] and or the [[agreement waiver and release of liability]].
# Low attendance/RSVPs in regards to the event and expectations.
# The host and or organizer of an event cannot make it.

== Type of events ==
In order to organize a pleasant skating experience for all skaters, events will have 4 categories for which you must access your skill level [[Skill levels|here]].

=== Trails ===
* Trail events longer than 5 km are for intermediate and above levels and no less than 80 mm wheels.
* Long marathons above 30 km may be exclusively for 100 mm wheels and above. (Recommended)
* Event length increases adding more Km’s as we progress throughout the year and build endurance.
* In order to be able to complete longer and harder trails, it is highly recommended that the skater attend smaller trails leading to the longer ones.

=== Fixed location ===
* All skill levels are welcome on fixed event locations.
* Perfect for first timers to show up and introduce themselves.
* Fixed event locations are for practice and for everyone, starting by beginners.
* Fixed event locations are perfect to build skill and endurance to apply on the long trails during the good season. (Recommended)
* Slalom events will occur on fixed locations and for wheels no bigger than 90 mm due to maneuverability limitations.
* Some events may occur on city hockey rinks which have rules and [[personal protective equipment]] is mandatory.

=== Skate parks ===
* Mandatory [[personal protective equipment]] is required as per [[skate park]] requirements.
* Aggressive skating sessions are best enjoyed with small wheels, but the final decision is yours.
* Given that skate parks tend to be very busy with skateboarders during the good season, [[inline skating]] events tend to occur when it get less busy. Typically these are done before and or after summer.

=== Online events ===
* Online events happen for solo practice of skills on your on time and location.
* These events will prepare the skater for trails, slalom, city skating, freestyle, speed and aggressive skating.
* Those who practice based on these events, gain an edge in performance in regards to the group.

== Equipment ==
Although the size of the wheel and frame is not a definite marker for skill and competence, it does play a fundamental roll in the execution of the skater's technique in the various disciplines and styles. 
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vU8a-Agmn8c Small wheels vs Big Wheels]

=== Tools ===
Always bring a [[Torx hex Allen key]] for your axels and one spare axel.

=== Speed and distance === 
For example, for [[speed skating]] and long distance, a stronger skater on small wheels '''may''' be faster than a weaker skater on big wheels but the rest will be determined by the endurance of the skater and ability to keep the push and stride more frequently and for longer periods of time.

Simply put, in order for a small wheel maintain the same speed as a bigger wheel, a smaller wheel needs do more spin rotations than a bigger wheel. The skater's leg push, muscle and endurance will determine the amount of spin rotations that the skater will be able to produce.

=== Urban/City ===
Similar to speed and distance characteristics.

=== Slalom === 
[[Slalom]] discipline is best executed with a wheel size between 72 mm and 80 mm as well as a [[rockered frame]]. The wheel size, setup and frame will limit the skater performance for long distance and speed. In similar fashion the bigger the wheel and frame base, the harder it is to do [[slalom]] tricks.

=== Aggressive ===
[[Aggressive skating]] is best done with smaller wheels than those used for [[slalom]]. The balance between hardness and grip is the key to an optimum skate 

wheel. Aggressive skate wheels are usually between 54 and 72 mm, while anti-rocker wheels are between 40 and 47 mm. 

=== Wheel hardness === 
* The softer the wheel is, the more will stick to the ground due to friction. More friction equals to slower speed.
* The harder the wheel is, the less it will stick to the ground. Less stickiness equals to more speed but also more sliding.
* '''Recommended wheel hardness''' for the average skater with a body weight between 140 lbs and 200 lbs is '''85A''' for most activities other than [[aggressive skating]].

== See also ==
* [[Wanted]]
* [[Wheel size and type]]
* [[Skater management and attendance]]
* [[Mixing skill levels and equipment]]
* [[Code of conduct]]
* [[Agreement waiver and release of liability]]

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