What Happened to Inline Skating?
An explosive recreation collapses into a generational fad
An early 1980s version of in-line skates developed by Scott and Brennan Olson before the two brothers sold their company, which became Rollerblade, Inc.
Thirty years ago, America was enamored with a new outdoor activity that was quickly becoming the fastest growing recreation in the country.
Other than demanding two balanced feet and a fun-loving spirit,…
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