Opinion: Heelys, the Sneakers with Wheels, and Childhood Momentum

An opinion piece reflects on the nostalgic joy and social impact of Heelys, the wheeled sneakers popular in the 2000s, and the author's recent decision to revisit that experience.

16 Apr, 21:25 — 16 Apr, 21:25

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What Heelys, the Sneakers With Wheels, Taught Me About Momentum as a Child

Heelys, the sneakers with wheels that were a fad in the 2000s, helped me form my first friendships. Recently, I decided to tap into that joy again.

By Ash Wu

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