At what age can a child start in line skating? What is the skate type to be used?

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soliton

Now that my little girl is almost 4 years old I wonder if she's about the right age to start in line skating. I've heard stories of ankle or knee problems if a kid starts to skate too early.
I stopped skating long time ago, I think I've found a perfect excuse to start skating again.
Thanks
JD

Answer
I can't find any information online about the dangers of starting to skate at age 4. As long as you are there to help your little girl, I think it would be fine if she started to skate now. This website has a tone of really useful safety information about in-line skating:
From the site:
In-line skates

In-line skating has rapidly gained popularity since off-season ice hockey players began practicing with them in the 1980s. It is estimated by the National Safety Council that there are 20 million in-line skaters annually (all ages). In-line skating crashes can occur even if the individual is experienced in the sport.
High-risk situations for in-line skaters include the following:


learning to skate
skating in the street
crossing streets in densely populated areas
changes in skating path conditions (such as traffic, water, potholes, or other debris)
weather conditions that can change the surface condition of the road

As with bicycles, helmets can protect the in-line skater from serious, sometimes fatal, head injuries. In addition, other safety gear such as elbow and kneepads, gloves, and wrist guards can also minimize injuries in the event of a fall.

What are the government proposed limits on "high risk" citizens?

towwwdothe

considering health care?

Will bungee jumping be covered? Will persons required to take specific classes and receive certification for certain sports? And will parent be put in prison for not providing their children with bicycle safety helmets which accidents cause increased cost for the community to take on as a burden?

Answer
No, no and no to answer your questions.

FACT - the USA spends more on healthcare PER PERSON than any other nation on the planet.

FACT - the US has higher death rates for kids aged under five than western European countries with universal health coverage.

That means that a dead American four year old would have had a better chance of life if they were born in Canada, France, Cuba, Germany, Japan etc, all of which have universal health coverage.

I think the last link is of most use in addressing your concerns.

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is it legal to have kid seating at bike back in california?

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jian l

if yes, what is the hardware requirement? and what is
the safety tips to carry a kid in bicycling?

Answer
A kid seat on the back of your bicycle is legal in California and a helmet is required. However, I strongly recommend against those seats. They make your bike top heavy and if you fall, your child falls with you. Your best bet is to buy a trailer to attach to your bike. They have roll cages and if your bike falls over, the trailer hitch has a pivot attachment which keeps the trailer upright. Also, if the trailer does happen to fall over, the roll cage (and helmet) will protect the child. Yes, trailers cost quite a bit more but ask yourself: Are you willing to sacrifice your child's life to save money?

What is the best way to remove a fishing hook from my scrotum?

scott m

I am so embarassed- I jumped out of the shower and grabbed the new rod and reel I got for my birthday- tried to cast it in the house and hooked myself near the taint. Can I do this myself?

Answer
no, no, no, no, no, no, no

I mean....no !

From the scrotalsafetycommission.com

Scrotal Safety Tips:

When hygienically inspecting your scrotum, remember to treat your fleshy sack with kid gloves (or an equivalent glove of soft construction). Keeping your fingernails neatly trimmed will also help cut down on self-inflicted scrotal damage.
Riding escalators is both fun and convenient. But please remember to wear slacks while you enjoy the mechanical comfort of a moving staircase. And never sit on an escalator tread, even if the escalator is not in service.
Purchasing a swimsuit with built-in underpants will greatly cut down on excess scrotal-stress during a spirited game of volleyball and the like.
A lady-friend can quickly become a lady-enemy where your scrotum is concerned. Play it wise and establish a "safe-word" during rough play. The Scrotal Safety Commission would like to recommend the safe-word: "Peachy-keen"
Get a professional to "size" you for under-shorts. Many scrotal accidents could have been easily avoided by sporting proper fitting under garments.
Due to the aggressive nature of tiny, uncontrollable legs -- baby-sitting may not be a solid career choice for those of you with "fragile scrotums". Sadly, new fathers may not be able to avoid the willy-nilly, groin-magnets that a baby's feet often are. In a case such as this, heavy padding and a generous application of expanding foam (available at your local hardware supplier) will help protect your region.
Bicycles are still legal in many states. Those of you that still insist on riding them should purchase a groin-helmet. These devices come in many colors and wind resistant shapes. Shop around to find the perfect groin-helmet for your needs. Plan a fun get-together with friends to decorate your groin-helmet with decals and "realistic battle damage".
Watch out for cancer.
Enlist one of your friends as a "Crotch-Buddy". Have him concern himself with the safety of your scrotum. Remind him publicly that he is your "Crotch-Buddy". Remind him in front of girls.
Check better informed websites for information about your scrotum. This one is not very good and may well be full of extremely bad ideas. Remember: An informed scrotum owner is a safe scrotum owner

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