“Wet weather skating is not my favourite way to skate but, since I live in Scotland, it's something that I have to do. I do feel it can offer benefits. It builds confidence, and I actually feel it teaches me to be a better skater. There are aspects that I feel are worth being aware of, so here are my 10 tips for wet weather skating.” - Rich Hayter

#1: Just wait
#2: Pad up
#3: Practice stopping
#4: Respect each individual surface
#5: Shorten your movements
#6: Beware of leaves
#7: Get good at the 1-footed boost
#8: Beware of roads
#9: Push it
#10: Invest in rustproof bearings