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How to Tow In-Line Skates With a Small Motor

You can use in-line skates for different purposes such as having a friend tow you. The basic premise behind this activity is that a small motorized vehicle (an ATV or go-kart, for example) pulls a person behind the vehicle on skates. The person on skates should always wear a helmet and other protective gear. Check with local ordinances to find out whether this action is legal; many communities deem it illegal or dangerous.

Things You'll Need

Protective gear
Water skiing rope
Small motorized vehicle

Instructions

- 1
  Have the skater put on protective gear. At the very least, she should have a helmet and knee pads. Other protective items include elbow pads and wrist guards.
- 2
  Tie a water skiing line to a portion of a motorized vehicle such as bars on the engine. An area near the front would also work.
- 3
  Wrap the line around a portion of the vehicle several times. You must tighten the slack quite a bit to make it safe for the person you're towing.
- 4
  Move the vehicle to a flat surface.
- 5
  Run the line back to the person who will be towed. Tell him to hold on tight.

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