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Written by Scott M. Jones
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Sunday, 24 February 2008 03:01 |
Monday and Wednesday Night Skates Monday and Wednesday night skates are at The Carter Center, east parking lot.
For directions, click here. Sunday Skates Sunday ZZZ skate, beginner skate less than 10mph, meeting at 12 noon at the Piedmont Park parking lot. See the Skate Patrol page for more info. We also meet by the 12th Street entrance to Piedmont Park for cones, roller soccer, hackey sack, etc., starting around 3 p.m. Sundays. Other Sunday skates vary. Check out the mailing list for other Sunday skates. Need help? Call us at 404-806-7251. |
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 24 February 2008 10:37 )
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Written by Scott M. Jones
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Sunday, 24 February 2008 03:00 |
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We are skating on open roads and must obey Georgia bicycle laws. In addition: - Stay on the right side of the road.
- If someone calls "car up", a car is approaching ahead of us.
- If someone calls "car back", a car is approaching from behind, stay in single file on the right side of the road.
- Don't lead if you don't know the way.
SKATE SMART
- Always wear protective gear: helmet, wrist/elbow/knee pads.
- Master the basics: moving, stopping, and turning.
- Maintain equipment: replace worn brakes and rotate wheels.
SKATE LEGAL
- Obey all traffic regulations.
(example: stop for stop lights/signs) - Skaters have same obligations as any wheeled vehicle.
SKATE ALERT
- Control your speed.
- Watch for road hazards.
- Avoid water, oil, and sand.
- Avoid heavy traffic.
SKATE POLITE
- Skate on the right, pass on the left. Call out, "Passing on your left."
- Always yield to pedestrians.
- Be a good-will ambassador for inline skating.
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 24 February 2008 10:35 )
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Written by Scott M. Jones
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Sunday, 24 February 2008 02:57 |
Required - Skates (duh!), with a back brake strongly recommended for our hilly routes
- ANSI, ASTM, or Snell approved helmet
- Picture ID such as a driver's license
- Wrist protection such as a wrist guard
Strongly recommended - Knee pads
- Elbow pads
- Reflective vest or jogger's flashing light (night skates only)
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 24 February 2008 10:35 )
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Written by Scott M. Jones
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Sunday, 24 February 2008 02:52 |
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For more information, please call us at (404) 806-7251.
Monday Night Skate, 8:30 p.m., Carter Center - Beginner skates go out when beginners are present. Please identify yourself as a beginner before the skate starts.
- Intermediate and speed training skates also go out at this time.
- Meet at the Carter Center east parking lot.
- Arrive at 8:00 p.m. to gear up.
- Skaters leave at 8:30 p.m.
- Map and directions are below
Tuesday Night Skate, 7:00 p.m., Carter Center - New skate for Tuesday nights at an earlier time
- Contact
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for more info or call 770-355-5556
Wednesday Night Skate, 8:30 p.m., Carter Center - Intermediate and speed training routes. Beginner route may leave depending on skaters' interest and availability of a group leader.
- Arrive at 8:00 p.m. as on Monday, skaters leave at 8:30 p.m.
Sunday ZZZ Skate, 12 noon, Piedmont Park parking lot See the Skate Patrol page for details. We also meet by the 12th Street entrance to Piedmont Park for cones, roller soccer, hackey sack, etc., starting around 3 p.m. Sundays. Other Sunday skates may be announced on the APRR Mailing List. All skates cancelled if it rains. |
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Last Updated ( Sunday, 09 March 2008 11:04 )
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