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Incredible Time at 2-Raw Spring Skate Jam

Posted on April 13, 2022April 13, 2022 by

Last Saturday, I participated in the “2-Raw Spring Skate Jam,” my first weekend-long rhythm skate party. It was held at the Sunrise Rollerland rink in north Sacramento. It was an amazing event and I’m so glad I got to be there. It’s been a little under two years since I started quad skating, so I…

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Swing Scenes from Daria S5E9

Posted on February 22, 2022February 22, 2022 by
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Review of the Riedell Crew Skates

Posted on February 13, 2022February 13, 2022 by

Last week I bit the bullet and upgraded from my trusty Riedell R3s to the Crew model. For those considering this new offering from Riedell, here’s my initial impressions. The Riedell Crew is essentially a re-skinned version of their well-regarded 120 boot paired with the Powerdyne Thrust plate and Sonar Zen outdoor wheels. Priced at…

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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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Hard Stuff I Did in 2021

Posted on January 1, 2022January 1, 2022 by

The year 2021 was not without its challenges for me. I think it’s important to remember the ones I confronted. #1: Moving Mom My sister and I worked together to get our mother into a much safer, more supportive environment. It was not easy for everyone involved, particularly our mother who has lived alone for…

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Dancing on Top of the World: Remembering the World Trade Center

Posted on September 11, 2021September 11, 2021 by

The year 2001 was height of the neo-swing era in New York City. There were bars and clubs everywhere offering live swing music and dancing. Young lindy hoppers like me would cruise around the city, going from venue to venue, drunk on this music and this dance that was all around us. There were a…

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Riki: My new / old name

Posted on August 29, 2021August 29, 2021 by

Several months ago, I started going by “Riki” instead of “Rik.” It began almost subconsciously as I was meeting new people at the skating rink. I didn’t know why I was suddenly introducing myself as “Riki” but I just went with it. Slowly I started expanding this practice, and now in informal settings, it’s just…

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What Energy Am I Bringing?

Posted on August 8, 2021August 8, 2021 by

This might be the most woo post ever. But lately I’ve been thinking about the kind of energy I share with those around me. We talk about people who “light up a room” when they walk into it. And others who “kill the vibe” with their presence. What does that mean? I am slowly starting…

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Small Talk Isn’t Small

Posted on June 20, 2021June 20, 2021 by

I was not good at small talk before the Pandemic. And certainly have not improved since. At the first true party I was at, I was noticing one tactic that I want to get better at: throwing out a topic about someone else. Hanah was hosting a “post-Apocalypse” dance party at her place last weekend….

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Shiny Stockings: a Tribute to Frankie Manning by The Revisionists + 38 Dancers!

Posted on June 4, 2021June 4, 2021 by

Check out this incredible music and dance tribute to the late, great Frankie Manning by the Revisionists featuring a ton of wonderful dancers from around the world. I’m happy to play a very small part in this. “When I travel to all these different swing dance events, I’m finally seeing what I’ve wanted to see…

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