Given the popularity of all types of skating-on the ice, on the boards, and on the streets-why isn't roller skating an Olympic event? Author David H. Lewis sought out people involved in every aspect of the sport in an attempt to answer this question. He talked to competition judges and coaches, rink operators and rink organists, and scores of skaters from around the world. The answers he found-and there are many-are likely to anger and astound readers in turn. Those answers, along with a wealth of information on the world of roller skating past, present and future, are detailed Whether you skate for the love of it, or have higher aspirations in the world on wheels, Roller Skating for Gold is fascinating and illuminating reading.

About the Author
David H. Lewis fell in love with skating at the age of five. He has been involved in skating in many capacities including as a competitive dance and figure coach. He is a frequent contributor to Skate and American Skating World.

Reviews
...plenty of thought-provoking information ... offer[s]... insight...for...those wanting to find out more about the sport. * Roller Skating Business *
...Has got to be one of the highlights in the literature on roller skating. -- M.M. Red Shattuck, Member, U.S. Olympic Committee



Book Information
ISBN 9780810830486
Author David H. Lewis
Format Hardback
Page Count 240
Imprint Scarecrow Press
Publisher Scarecrow Press
Weight(grams) 422g
Dimensions(mm) 223mm * 145mm * 19mm