Heelys is the most popular breed of roller shoes from USA introduced just a week before Christmas in 2000. Heelys shoes design and features are patented worldwide, which means Heelys is the only brand of shoes that feature a wheel in the heel. These unique shoes features a detachable single stealth wheel in the heel that allows you to walk, run and roll at any transition. It takes anywhere from five minutes to a couple of days to get used to the unique balance point when you're walking with the wheel in the heel. Fitness experts say heeling is a good aerobic exercise that boosts cardiovascular fitness and works the lateral muscles in the legs.

It originated from the word "Heeling". Rolling on the wheel in the

heel is called "Heeling". You can heel on almost any hard surface

from point A to point B with ease. It is a new sport combining the

elements of skateboarding and in-line. It is also a new form, fast

and fun way of transportation.

Roger Adams, the inventor, took 3 years to pursue the careful

development of his groundbreaking idea, with tenacity and

resourcefulness. A skate brat from the start, at just 9 months old,

he was listed in the Guiness Book of Records as the youngest

person to ever skate.

Adams was inspired to create Heelys-radical skate shoes that roll during his mid year crisis. He tapped the talent and know-how of Tom Peterson, who founded the world's most advanced skate technology company. This was instrumental in the development of "Heelys" state-of-the-art wheels an wheel housings.

It is safe to walk with the wheels. Unless you accidentally step on something that will cause you to slip, you might slip forward. If you are afraid that you might slip, just pop out the wheel and walk.

Like any other sport, there is always a risk of falling if you are unaware of hazards. It is advisable that you put on protective gear while learning to heel. These shoes are safer than in-line skates as you can easily run out of a fall if you happen to trip or lose balance.

Depending on every individual, it usually takes about 15 minutes to a couple of days to get used to the balancing technique. It is like riding a bike, once you get the hang of it you will not be afraid of falling anymore.

The shoe, with the addition of the wheel, is slightly heavier than the average sneaker. The wheel itself is heavy as it has micro-bearings, which give the shoe its performance. Without the wheel, it is just the weight of a regular pair of sneakers. The shoes have a thicker padding than the regular shoe as it gives more protection around your ankles and feet, and the sturdy custom rubber soles gives the additional weight. The overall weight gives you more stable control while heeling just like any other skate shoes.

Yes. But this may cause excessive wear to you wheels and soles. The ideal surfaces are linoleum, tile, asphalt and concrete, but Heelys can go anywhere you go be it indoors or out!

Yes. It will last well over 2 years or more depending on the usage. The replacement wheels come in pair and are available in 3 different speeds ABEC 3,5 and 7.

They are available at all authorized Heelys dealers.

Definitely. This shoe is designed to allow you to walk, run and roll at any moment.