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Roller-skating is experiencing a renaissance internationally for the first time since the 1970s disco era.

On Hong Kong's rinks, skaters gather for their weekly glide with the skating buzz back in the city's air.

Some credit social media for this revival in its popularity.

Yet data suggests the pandemic caused a particular spike in uptake.

As virus restrictions saw gym closures, people turned to outdoor sports which allowed social distancing.

Quad skate sales have risen so dramatically since the coronavirus uptake that some retailers are struggling to keep up with the surge in demand.

So much so that in July Vogue magazine reported a worldwide shortage of roller skates.

Milanie Bekker is co-founder of Madame Quad in Hong Kong.

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