Jan Welch

Jan Welch began inline skating in 1989 in Austin, Texas. He founded Scum Magazine in 1995, which won Best Sports Website at the 1999 SXSW Interactive Media Festival. That year, Jan moved to San Diego to join Daily Bread Magazine and later co-founded Rat Tail Distribution, behind 4x4 Urethane, Vicious Bearings, and Nimh Skates. In 2017, he started Big Wheel Blading to promote the sport, and in 2024, he launched Dream Urethane. Jan's extensive experience has made him a leading expert in the inline skating industry.

November 30, 2024November 30, 2024

Cassette Skate Shop: Chattanooga’s Home for Skate Culture

Cassette Skate Shop has been bringing skaters together, hosting awesome events, and connecting skateboarding and inline skating since day one

November 29, 2024November 18, 2024

Mode-6 Skate Supply: The Skate Shop Alabama Needed

Discover how Mode-6 Skate Supply is rebuilding the Alabama skate scene with a focus on community and passion.

October 21, 2024October 21, 2024

41 Awesome Hockey Toys That Will Score Big with Kids

Discover 45 awesome hockey toys, games, and books for kids—perfect for birthdays or Christmas, curated to guarantee fun and learning!

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November 18, 2024October 19, 2024

Resurgence Skate Shop Building Community, One Pair of Skates at a Time

Resurgence Skate Shop: Where passion meets community, bringing quality gear and a fresh vibe to skaters in Eau Claire and beyond.

October 19, 2024October 17, 2024

Flooded but Not Broken: FishBrains Skate Shop’s Journey to Recovery

Mark Thalman of FishBrains Skate Shop shares his story of resilience after Helene’s devastating flood in Asheville’s River Arts District.

September 16, 2024September 16, 2024

Remembering Mike Lufholm: A Passionate Skater, A Loving Father

Remembering Mike Lufholm: passionate skater, photographer, and loving father. His legacy lives on through family and the skating community.

June 28, 2024June 5, 2024

An In-depth Guide to the 6th Annual Vermont Blade and Camp

An unforgettable weekend awaits as we bring you another thrilling lineup of rural skateparks and breathtaking swimming holes. Join us for the pre-session on July 5th in Western Massachusettes at Greenfield and Turner Falls Skateparks. The official event kicks off on July 6th at Brattleboro Skatepark in Vermont.