Which ice skates?

I have recently started having ice skating lessons and would really like to get my own pair of boots, problem is I know nothing about the brand of skate i should go for!! Even though I dont plan to go to the Olympics, I would like to get a fairly decent pair of skates. I am willing to pay £80-90, and would pay a bit more for a good boot that will last. Can anyone recommend a make or even suggest makes that I should stay away from? Any help would be greatly appreciated!!!

Which ice skates?
It is difficult to recommend skates for you because everyone has different feet and all boots are different shapes and sizes. The best thing you can do is to go to the shop at your local ice rink or another ice skating shop and get someone to help you try on a couple of different makes of boots. This way you will be able to walk around in them and see which ones feel the best. The assistant can also look and feel them on your feet so will be able to tell you how they should feel and if they fit correctly. i made the mistake of getting my first skates from the Internet and when they arrived they didn%26#039;t fit so i had to get some wider ones for my feet. i soon realized that there can be quite a big difference in skates depending on the shape of your feet.Also you can get skates for around your price range and they will last quite a while but i also recommend getting some good boot covers to protect them a little from marks and scratches. This way they will look new and clean for quite a while. hope this helped and good look!
Reply:Hi,


I would recommend a pair of Risports. They are quite sturdy and quite common amongst amateur skaters. Until you progress further, you won%26#039;t know what sort of specialist skates you will want. These come in standard forms like regular trainers opposed to running shoes, tennis shoes, football boots etc. Good luck anyway
Reply:Do you have any friends who%26#039;ve outgrown their skates, or given up the sport? They might be willing to give/sell the skates.





Assuming you live in the UK, you probably can get a good pair of GAM, Risport, or Riedell skates; Jacksons aren%26#039;t available in all parts of the world. Stop in at the rink%26#039;s pro shop and check out what they have in your price range for your level of skating.





The pro shop price usually includes measuring your feet, sharpening the blades, and any adjustments that might be needed later. It%26#039;s about the same cost as ordering by mail and paying for the services separately.





How are the hire skates at your rink? If they%26#039;re okay, you might want to consider that brand for your first %26quot;owned%26quot; pair.
Reply:Better ask your coach.


He will give you a good advice.





But if you will ask for my opinion,


Buy the SP TERI ESCALADE


it is good for newbies and for advance skaters also.


Usually its price will range from $200 - $400








hope i help ^^


but better ask your coach


coz he will give you the best advice





GOOD LUCK ^^
Reply:speak to your instructor he or she will advice you which ones you will need.
Reply:What skates are you using now? Do you like them? Are they comfortable? Have you tried out different skates at the rink, perhaps rented them? It is hard to say what kind of skates you should get, because everyone has a their own personnel opinion. Try trying out different skates and picking the ones that feel the most right to you. If you like the skates you are currently renting/borrowing consider getting a pair of the same kind for yourself or one%26#039;s from the same company or style.
Reply:i would ask for advice at your rink , but a good starter boot is risport rf4 about £90 i wouldnt go for 2nd hand as they would have moulded to the previous skaters foot .
Reply:Check with your private instructor and your local pro shop before investing in skates. A good recreational skate is made by Reidell. The model will depend on the skills you are working on and how often you skate.
Reply:I have the Jackson Glaciers. I definitely reccomend them! They are hugely comfortable and have brown bottoms (my favorite!). Go to Amazon.com and type in Jackson Glacier 120 Skates.



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