4 tricks to make you perform your best at an inline marathon

Discover the best ways to prepare for the BMW Berlin Marathon with our mini marathon guide. Maximize your experience with these simple technique tips and gear hacks.

It's essential to hit the pavement on your inline skates to be ready for a marathon. However, peak fitness isn't the only factor.

This is how you should roll

Mastering the right technique is crucial for an enjoyable inline marathon. Refine your skills with 3 tips from inline speed skating world champion Felix Rijhen.

Skating 42.195 kilometers solo is challenging. The solution? Join a pack, a group that skates closely together. This formation shields you from the wind, conserving energy.

Learn where to position yourself and how to prepare for pack skating in this video.

Clean your inline skates

Clean bearings are crucial for marathon skating. Dirty bearings can hinder your ability to gain and maintain speed.

If you've been skating all summer, your skates have likely encountered dust, gravel, and moisture. Fortunately, they're easy to clean. Watch this video to learn how.

Many marathon enthusiasts replace their bearings just before the race to ensure optimal performance. Find new bearings here.

This helmet is so light that it’s almost like riding without one

Helmets are mandatory in the Berlin Marathon. With the Alk13 Helium V2, you'll be both safe and comfortable.

This helmet features excellent ventilation and a snug fit, thanks to the extra padding and adjustment strap.

The "in-mold" technology allows for a thinner shell construction without compromising protection. This means the Alk13 Helium V2 weighs just 280 grams!

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