Quote Originally Posted by 7rider View Post
I think your logic for rollers is pretty spot-on.
However, I don't think #4 is quite accurate. The family and friends will get bored pretty quickly (after the amazed phase), because I don't think it will take you hours to master it. Just be sure to have something solid and stable nearby to lean against when starting off and pausing.
I'm with 7rider. But, if you set up in the middle of a room and rely on a family member's shoulder for getting on/off, you can still amuse them even when you're proficient on rollers! (I never did learn to get on and off with just a step.)