Filmed when the X-Games (then called X-Games 101) started becoming popular and in-line skating was the craze. Chris Edwards (Walt and skating double for Mitchell) was a well known for his X-Games appearances and was one of the members of Team Rollerblade. Ironically, Edwards' character Walt is revealed to be a poor skater in the final race, matching Wiley's performance.
Though never given credit, a decent portion of the movie is filmed in Newport and Covington, KY as well as Hamilton, OH. Wiley's house, the restaurant, double date scenes, and some of the race scenes are from these locations. Bellevue, KY is the only Kentucky city ever given credit.
Central High school is actually Western Hills High School, alma mater of baseball greats Pete Rose and Whitey Herzog.