Hello Helsinki skaters! As the long summer days arrive, the city’s skate scene is absolutely buzzing with energy. The biggest news is the fantastic weekly city tours, the Helsinki Wednesday Skates, organized by the Street Gliders. These are the perfect way to explore the city on wheels with a massive crew and are a must-do for June! It’s clear this community is thriving, especially with the recent conclusion of the Helsinki Roller Derby's beginners' course—we can’t wait to see the new talent hitting the track!
And while the big group skates are amazing, our own Let’s Roll community has been busy finding spots for those solo sessions and skill drills. This month, a fantastic new spot was added to the app: a hockey rink with guaranteed smooth pavement. It’s the perfect time to get out, join a group roll, or find your own rhythm at a new spot. Let’s get rolling, Helsinki!
New Spot Discovery: Smooth Surfaces at Käpylän Kaukalo
Sometimes you just need a perfect, flat, contained space to practice your moves. That’s exactly what our community found this month with the addition of the Käpylän Kaukalo – Hockey Rink. Off-season hockey rinks are a skater’s dream, offering a huge expanse of smooth concrete ideal for everything from dance moves and slalom to just getting comfortable on your wheels. Go check it out and be the first to leave a review!
Käpylän Kaukalo – Hockey Rink
Your Word on the Street
No new spot reviews were posted in May, which just means there’s a huge opportunity for you to share your knowledge! Have you skated the new Käpylän Kaukalo rink? Or maybe you have some thoughts on another classic Helsinki spot? Drop a review in the app—your insights help everyone roll better.
Käpylän Kaukalo – Hockey Rink
“Lately no annoyances from hockey players! I personally like the surface – pretty sticky though with pretty much any wheel, even hard ones”
