which happened at the Street Skateboarding World Championships in Rome this past May and June. "I don't know how much people know, but I was competing on a broken ankle," the athlete says.

Cities questioned their ordinances. Parents questioned their purchases. Kids questioned what other tricks can be performed.

In addition, loose roller skate laces leave the ankle unstable and more likely to roll, leading to strains, sprains and even broken bones. Firm lacing secures the foot firmly within the roller ...