Skate Spinner

[angelaa]

Has anyone used a skate spinner? Does it work? I am in college and the nearest rink is an hour away, and I am DYING to keep practicing. Any other tips for off-ice practice/training? I stopped skating last year as a result of an injury, and at the time I was working on my axel and dbl. salchow. Any info is appreciated!

Angela

[Mrs Redboots]

I have one, and find that it is actually better for working on one's turns and balance, rather than for spins - but then, I can't spin anyway, on or off the ice! It is an excellent practice-tool for turns, though.

[flo]

I tried a spinner, and didn't think it was very helpful. I would do anything that keeps you in relatively good shape and balanced - something for strength, and something for coordination/presentation. You could also try the pic skates.

[IceAngel725]

I have had my spinner for almost 6 months and love it! I had the hardest time learning to spin, and if i didn't have the spinner i probably still wouldn't be able to spin! Its not exactly like spinning on the ice, but is similar. I don't get to skate as much as i'd like to, and the spinner gives me a chance to at least practice something. I'd definitely recommend getting one!

[KatieC]

I got a spinner about two years ago, and use it sporadically. Is is helpful? Well, debatable in my opinion. I find I can practise a sit spin and keep my knees together on the spinner - can't do it on the ice though :)
On the other hand, my cats think it's quite entertaining to watch me spin around and occassionally hurl myself into the ping pong table :roll:

So, my vote is try it maybe, as long as it's not too expensive. Good Luck.