Early years In 1994, Lipinski earned a silver medal in the novice women’s division at the 1994 U.S. Figure Skating Championships. When she was 12,… Read More »How Old Was Tara Lipinski In Her First Olympics?
It’s a known issue with Jeep vehicles, and although rare, it’s called the “Death Wobble.” According to the NHTSA, there are only 600 reports in… Read More »Are Death Wobbles Common?
At the 1992 Winter Olympics, Finnish ski jumper Toni Nieminen made history by becoming the youngest male Winter Olympic champion, winning gold at 16 years… Read More »Who Is The Youngest Person To Win A Gold Medal At The Winter Olympics?
Somewhere between the ages of three and five, kids are ready to start on skates, says De Vito, a professional skating coach who’s been in… Read More »Can A 5 Year Old Ice Skate?
Your skateboard can turn to one direction because you always either turn back-side or front-side. This usually results in your bushings to be slightly crushed… Read More »Why Does My Skateboard Go One Way?
Keep your feet shoulder width apart. Start on flat ground; don’t worry about the skateboard at all right now. Place your feet directly under your… Read More »Where Should Your Feet Be On A Skateboard?
According to the Olympic Charter (Rule 40-41) Any competitor in the Olympic Games must be a national of the country of the NOC which is… Read More »Can Anyone Tryout For The Olympics?
Dirt and dust buildup and cause friction, resulting in a slower skateboard. Sometimes you don’t even notice how much dirty bearings slow down your skateboard… Read More »Why Does My Skateboard Stop?
Some basic movements for skateboarding is finding your stance, pushing off the ground with one foot, gliding along on the board and braking with your… Read More »What Are The Basic Movements For Skateboarding?
16 years of age. Current regulations. Currently, per the 1997 regulation, gymnasts must be at least 16 years of age, or turning 16 within the… Read More »What Is The Minimum Age For Olympic Gymnastics?