Heelys
Whippersnappers have been skating around on these single-wheeled skate shoes since the early 00's. Seeing them coast through mini-malls, supermarkets and movie theaters, I started to get jealous/curious. Turns out we don't have to let kids have all the fun! They come in adult sizes, too. I had to special order mine and they didn't arrive for a few months, but it was worth the wait. Gliding across the pavement is every bit as glorious as it appears. Kids make it look deceptively simple. I've really had to work to balance (Ironically, I've tended to stumble more while simply walking in them -- and yes, these things are potentially dangerous, so be wary). My friends think I'm crazy, but there's certainly something to be said for not letting yourself feel too old to try new things.
-- Steven Leckart
Check out this video for a Heely-er who is way more skilled than I am.
Heelys
$54+
Available from Zappos
Manufactured by Heeling Sports LTD
Favorite (15)
Lloyd
I've been jealous of kids with Heelies for a long time. Had no idea they would be available in my size. Not expensive either.
What bone will I break first? Wrist? Elbow? Hip?
I've never seen anyone with Heelies wearing elbow pads or wrist guards like skaters do.
I 'm going to have to think about it.
Dennis
I cracked up at the video: seven years ago, I was standing in the exact same spot were it was shot, watching and photographing a pair of Paris policemen come skating by on rollerblades ... the Louvre must be the place to skate!
Charlie
I got my first pair of heelies at age 45. It took about two weeks to master them.
My best advice is, until you are completely comfortable with them, doing full spins and toe turns and whatnot, always make sure you have both hands empty while standing up in heelies. A messenger bag, backpack or laptop bag can come in handy.
--Charlie
wantheeleys
How /where did you special order yours? I'm trying to get an unusual size and don't know who to contact?
Steven Leckart
@wantheelys,
Here's the vendor I purchased from:
http://www.inlinewarehouse.com/heelys/
Best,
s.
jiggy
i ust got my heelys and its my second day and i must say they r 5 times as hard as i thought some people say its all in the size of your step but i think its baance am i right?