September 23, 2011

Hi guys,

I just got back from the world championships in Yeosu, South Korea. I am really happy about the results and my experience. I think that in general everything went very good. At world’s I coached Belgium and in total the team won 6 medals one gold medal, 3 silver and 2 bronze.

Right after this last weekend I was in Duluth for the North Shore Inline Marathon, where I and POWERSLIDE USA had a mission… ”help 17-year-old brook Wright to achieve her goal of completing the half marathon”. Brooke had lost her vision this year during a surgery to remove a brain tumor and Kyle Joustra and I helped brook thru the half marathon.

Now I am returning to do my normal activities…coaching, working on my MBA and working with POWERSLIDE. Now I am at home…sweet home…

If you need something feel free to drop me an e-mail.                 

Septiembre 23, 2011

Hola,

Después de llegar del mundial de Yeosu, Corea del Sur, me siento muy contento por los resultados y por todas las experiencias adquiridas. En general yo creo que nos fue muy bien. Allí en el mundial estuve de entrenador de Bélgica y en total el equipo gano seis medallas: una de oro, tres de plata y dos de bronce.

Inmediatamente después de mi viaje a Corea del sur estuve en Duluth, USA, para estar en la carrera     “North Shore Inline Marathon”, donde POWERSLIDE USA y yo teníamos una misión…. “ayudar a Brook Wright a completar la media maratón”. Brook perdió la vista este año debido a un tumor cerebral que le tuvieron que sacar en una operación. Mi compañero de equipo Kyle Joustra y yo la orientamos y la ayudamos a completar la media maratón.

Ahora estoy de nuevo en Orlando, Florida donde resido al lado de mi esposa y mi futuro bebe ocupado con mis actividades normales….entrenando y trabajando con POWERSLIDE…y en casa.

Si necesitan algo no duden en contactarme por un correo electrónico.

Hasta pronto,

After a few weeks on my Powerslide equipment I am writing about one of the more underrated products that Powerslide has to offer. When it comes to frames there are a few common traits that make the difference between a good frame and a great frame.

The first test of a great frame is the weight. The Triple X² is among the elite weighing in at just 210g for the 4x110 size frame. The 7005 Aluminum used  allows the frame to be ultralight without sacrificing the structure. A lightweight frame such as this one is beneficial for athletes wanting to reach the next level because it allows for more foot speed.

After the weight a great frame must be stiff. The Triple X² has the X-Extrusion design for stiffness. You can find the 'X' design on the longitudinal profile, side wall, and bridges. The 7005 Aluminum is not only great for creating a lightweight frame but for maintaining the strength and stiffness of the frame.

The final test of a great frame is if it is responsive. In order to be a great frame it must be able to give back to the athlete. In tough situations a frame may be needed to give a little in certain areas to allow the athlete to get a solid push when conditions are not perfect, how quickly that frame can return to it's original shape is the response. The Triple X² not only gives but it returns extremely fast allowing the athlete to get a superior push in less than perfect conditions without any hesitation.

In the end, I am very pleased with another Championship caliber product Powerslide has on the market. When I first put this frame on I was instantly pleased with the response it gave me when I had to skate indoor.

Keith Carroll
Powerslide USA

Hello Readers,

I am pleased to announce a new partnership starting in April, between Powerslide USA and myself, Keith Carroll Jr. I am thankful to have this opportunity to work for a company that already has so much experience and success with great athletes. I look forward to competing on the same products as so many World Champions, past and present.

As a National Champion and a member of the past four USA World Teams I am thrilled to bring my knowledge and experience to the Powerslide team and do everything I can to further improve the products that have already made Powerslide one of the leading brands in our sport.

Feel free to contact me with any of your questions on the Powerslide brand or products and I hope to see many of you at my next stop, The Eastern Regional Championships May 14th and 15th.

Until then take care,
Keith Carroll Jr.
Powerslide USA