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Two-year Skate-A-Versary!

Posted on June 26, 2022June 26, 2022 by

It’s exactly two years since I started quad skating! It’s been an incredible journey so far, and it feels like I’ve barely scratched the surface of what is possible with skating. I’m so grateful for everything that skating has brought to my life — friendships, community, and so many beautiful moments.

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Golden Gate Xpress on the Local SF Skate Scene

Posted on May 19, 2022May 19, 2022 by

I was delighted to see this fun article about the San Francisco skate scene, featuring quotes from David Miles, Lainie Monsef, Daniel Albert and myself. Thanks, Maximo Vazquez for shining a light on what makes our local scene so dope! Let’s roll!

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My Hobbies Plotted against Depth of Relationships and Time Pursued

Posted on May 16, 2022May 16, 2022 by

Rollerskating is an outlier, since I just started. But I feel like the depth of connections I’ve made in a short amount of time is pretty remarkable.

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Jamming at Joe DiMaggio Park

Posted on February 7, 2022February 14, 2022 by

With the temporary closure of the Skatin Place in Golden Gate Park, my skate peeps and I have had to get creative to find new places to skate. One pleasant discovery is Joe DiMaggio Park in North Beach! Such a dope spot with a large, smooth surface. Here’s some vids from our visit their yesterday.

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A Map of All Open Roller Rinks in California

Posted on January 29, 2022February 1, 2022 by

Only 34, by latest count! Based on data originally compiled by Robert Ruiz. For additions and corrections, email rikomatic-at-gmail.com.

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Night Jamming in the Park!

Posted on January 29, 2022January 29, 2022 by

Skate buddy Bob shot and edited this dope footage of myself and my friends jamming in Golden Gate Park on January 14. Such a fun night! Featured skaters and dancers: Terrence Deep Zak HK Kendra Leyla Jess Jake

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Unlocking Myself at the Skating Rink

Posted on January 9, 2022January 9, 2022 by

I started roller-skating because I missed dancing. But it might be making me a better person. Because of the pandemic, all of my usual outlets for social dancing were suddenly closed to me. No lindy hopping on Thursdays at 9:20. No late night clubbing at New Parish. No dance classes, no street parties, no music…

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2021 in Review: New Name, Skate Dancing, Tropical Trippin, and Lots of Bakes

Posted on December 27, 2021December 27, 2021 by

The year 2021 was not quite the dumpster fire that 2020 was. There’s a lot that I am thankful for about this year – my supportive family, good friends, my health, meaningful employment, quad skating, baked goods, and so much more! Here’s some of the best bits. Rik to Riki This year, among my friends…

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Sipping Cocoa Solo at the Fairmont Hotel

Posted on December 21, 2021December 22, 2021 by

So I had just come from seeing the really wonderful new Spider-man movie in downtown SF and was about to head home. But then I thought it would be a splendid end of the night to visit the massive gingerbread house at the Fairmont Hotel and enjoy a hot cocoa. I headed over to the…

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Skating at the Soon-to-be-closed Golden Skate

Posted on November 26, 2021November 26, 2021 by

I had a blast skating at my first proper skating rink, the venerable Golden Skate in San Ramon, which has been open since the 1970s. Sadly, the owners announced that they will be closing it after the holidays. It’s a lovely old rink with a quaint, old-timey feel to it, from the country town motif…

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