Yeah well im 14 and I want to skate, but it wouldn%26#039;t be at skate parks and stuff because yeah i don%26#039;t want to deal witht he guys there unless Im good. Which of these would be okay for street skating and still good if i do decided to go to the indooor skate park in my area?
And which would be faster...?
http://academy.com/index.php?page=conten...
http://www.target.com/Roller-Derby-Odyss...
Thanks in advance
Inline skates? Which of these is better?
The ones from Target actually look like their more well made, so I would try to order those.
Although if you can I would reccomend actually going to the store and trying them on, that way you can get the feel of which ones you like the best. (:
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Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Figure skates...?
Hi i am a begginer figure skater and i live out of the US. I need to buy online my first pair of figure skates but i want figure skates that also can be used on intermmediate level, i was thinking to buy Jackson Mystique Women%26#039;s Figure Ice Skates , heres are the skates: http://www.amazon.com/Jackson-Mystique-W...
But i really dont know. Can you please recommend me some model of skates that are kinda cheap but OK for beggining and intermmediate level? I want to have them for at least a year or two. Thanks=).
Figure skates...?
Hi, a good pair of figure skates that can be used on an intermediate level are these reidell boots, http://www.riedellskates.com/ice/280.htm...
if you are looking for a blade/boot package, i recommend these; http://www.riedellskates.com/ice/121.htm... but they wont take you through intermediate level.
Reply:I would suggest not buying skates online because of sizing issues. Most skates only last a year or a year and a half at most. I would suggest a Riedell Blue Ribbon or a Riedell Bronze Medallion, those should be good skates that aren%26#039;t too stiff, but will last a decent amount of time. Good luck!
Reply:Usually I suggest Riedells or Jacksons to beginning skaters, but what is most important is that they fit right. Skates do not always run true to shoe size and vary by brand. I%26#039;m not positive, but I have heard Jacksons run small. It%26#039;s probably best if you get fitted at a skate shop or by someone with experience. If at least someone can tell you which size/width you should order, you won%26#039;t be disappointed when they get there and they%26#039;re the wrong size. Also, if you check with an experienced skate fitter, they can suggest a skate brand/model for your level that will give you the proper amount of ankle support. Too little ankle support and you%26#039;ll end up buying new skates sooner; too much and you%26#039;ll have a hard time breaking them in.
Good luck!
Reply:You say you%26#039;re out of the US, but do you have a pro shop near you? You are much better off getting a boot fitter to fit you because the sizes don%26#039;t match up to shoe sizes reliably.
For kind of cheap but good up to intermediate I%26#039;d recommend Riedell Blue Ribbons. They have a decent blade. I%26#039;m not sure about those Mystiques. It is rough because it%26#039;s hard to tell from the internet what%26#039;s good, but skating is one place where you get what you pay for. The $80 range boots will give you problems when you get to spins and jumps.
But fit is much more important than brand - find a pro shop.
Reply:Jackson, Riedell, Ultima,
the jackson ones you found are good,
make sure its a steel blade.
not aluminum or anything.
and make sure the boot is made of leather,
not pleather or plastic.
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But i really dont know. Can you please recommend me some model of skates that are kinda cheap but OK for beggining and intermmediate level? I want to have them for at least a year or two. Thanks=).
Figure skates...?
Hi, a good pair of figure skates that can be used on an intermediate level are these reidell boots, http://www.riedellskates.com/ice/280.htm...
if you are looking for a blade/boot package, i recommend these; http://www.riedellskates.com/ice/121.htm... but they wont take you through intermediate level.
Reply:I would suggest not buying skates online because of sizing issues. Most skates only last a year or a year and a half at most. I would suggest a Riedell Blue Ribbon or a Riedell Bronze Medallion, those should be good skates that aren%26#039;t too stiff, but will last a decent amount of time. Good luck!
Reply:Usually I suggest Riedells or Jacksons to beginning skaters, but what is most important is that they fit right. Skates do not always run true to shoe size and vary by brand. I%26#039;m not positive, but I have heard Jacksons run small. It%26#039;s probably best if you get fitted at a skate shop or by someone with experience. If at least someone can tell you which size/width you should order, you won%26#039;t be disappointed when they get there and they%26#039;re the wrong size. Also, if you check with an experienced skate fitter, they can suggest a skate brand/model for your level that will give you the proper amount of ankle support. Too little ankle support and you%26#039;ll end up buying new skates sooner; too much and you%26#039;ll have a hard time breaking them in.
Good luck!
Reply:You say you%26#039;re out of the US, but do you have a pro shop near you? You are much better off getting a boot fitter to fit you because the sizes don%26#039;t match up to shoe sizes reliably.
For kind of cheap but good up to intermediate I%26#039;d recommend Riedell Blue Ribbons. They have a decent blade. I%26#039;m not sure about those Mystiques. It is rough because it%26#039;s hard to tell from the internet what%26#039;s good, but skating is one place where you get what you pay for. The $80 range boots will give you problems when you get to spins and jumps.
But fit is much more important than brand - find a pro shop.
Reply:Jackson, Riedell, Ultima,
the jackson ones you found are good,
make sure its a steel blade.
not aluminum or anything.
and make sure the boot is made of leather,
not pleather or plastic.
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Inline skates- Need a recommendation.?
So as a kid, I used to skate a lot...everywhere I went really. I tried getting into the extreme aspects of it, but wasn%26#039;t fond of busting my knees and breaking bones. Nowadays, I%26#039;ve been thinking about getting back into it. That is, I%26#039;m just looking to take up skating again as a means of doing some exercise and getting around to sightsee and take care of random errands.
So what type of skate is best for street/sidewalk skating? I%26#039;ve been looking at Hockey Skates, simply because they seem a bit more durable, low profile, and I like the fact that they are secured by laces and not buckles. What do you guys think?
I know that I%26#039;ll need harder wheels for skating on the concrete...and some decent bearings to boot. I%26#039;m more interested in the type or style of skate that would work best here, or if it even matters at all. So far I%26#039;m leaning towards a set of Missions...albeit a bit pricey, they%26#039;ve got good reviews.
What say you?
Inline skates- Need a recommendation.?
I say, %26quot;Good for you%26quot;. Skating is good, fun, low-impact exercise, and can be a great mode of transportation!
The main thing when purchasing skates, is that it is comfortable! I definitely recommend soft boots vs the hard, plastic shells; many companies carry them like Rollerblade, Salomon, %26amp; K-2. Another good brand is Hypno, that has detachable frames, for situations when you don%26#039;t want to, or can%26#039;t roll. Most of them are lace-ups, with maybe a power-strap @ the ankles, which is good to have, if you decide to sprint one day. Otherwise, you can keep the strap loose. They are quite a bit cheaper than Mission hockey skates, and if you like low-profile, you can always get smaller wheels, but I would not recommend anything smaller than 76mm wheels for skating around. I tell my skate club members to try to get skates that accomodate larger wheels, so that they can start with smaller wheels (76mm-80mm), and switch %26#039;up%26#039; as they get better. With smaller wheels, you need to push harder to go faster. Nowadays, many of the recreational skates come with 100mm wheels. The advantage? They roll better, and because it%26#039;s larger, you do not feel all the bumps %26amp; cracks on the road %26amp; sidewalks. But because it is large, you are also higher off the ground, which can also feel a little unstable.
As far as the hardness of the wheels, if you%26#039;re planning to skate on really smooth concrete and/or asphalt, it%26#039;s ok to have a hard wheel. Just remember, harder wheels do not grip, like softer ones. Most wheels have the size (mm) and the hardness stamped on them. The hardness is the number with an %26#039;A%26#039; after it (78A). The harder the wheel, the higher the number. Most outdoor skaters I know prefer the mid-range; low 80%26#039;s (82-83A). Alot of indoor skaters (very smooth surface) like the hard wheels (85-86A). So, if you have smaller wheels, and you want to skate outdoors, I would recommend softer wheels in the range of 78-80A, because of its inability to absorb the shock as well as a larger wheel.
Modern skates all come with pretty decent bearings. These also have a ratings called abec (abec 1, 2, 3, etc.). In essence, the higher the number, the better the performance. I recommend at least an abec 3, and look for ones that are easy to maintain (easy to open, clean, and lubricate). Unless you abuse them, like skating in water or sand, you probably won%26#039;t have to clean them too much.
I hope you find a comfortable pair of skates that you like! Happy Rolling! (^_^)
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So what type of skate is best for street/sidewalk skating? I%26#039;ve been looking at Hockey Skates, simply because they seem a bit more durable, low profile, and I like the fact that they are secured by laces and not buckles. What do you guys think?
I know that I%26#039;ll need harder wheels for skating on the concrete...and some decent bearings to boot. I%26#039;m more interested in the type or style of skate that would work best here, or if it even matters at all. So far I%26#039;m leaning towards a set of Missions...albeit a bit pricey, they%26#039;ve got good reviews.
What say you?
Inline skates- Need a recommendation.?
I say, %26quot;Good for you%26quot;. Skating is good, fun, low-impact exercise, and can be a great mode of transportation!
The main thing when purchasing skates, is that it is comfortable! I definitely recommend soft boots vs the hard, plastic shells; many companies carry them like Rollerblade, Salomon, %26amp; K-2. Another good brand is Hypno, that has detachable frames, for situations when you don%26#039;t want to, or can%26#039;t roll. Most of them are lace-ups, with maybe a power-strap @ the ankles, which is good to have, if you decide to sprint one day. Otherwise, you can keep the strap loose. They are quite a bit cheaper than Mission hockey skates, and if you like low-profile, you can always get smaller wheels, but I would not recommend anything smaller than 76mm wheels for skating around. I tell my skate club members to try to get skates that accomodate larger wheels, so that they can start with smaller wheels (76mm-80mm), and switch %26#039;up%26#039; as they get better. With smaller wheels, you need to push harder to go faster. Nowadays, many of the recreational skates come with 100mm wheels. The advantage? They roll better, and because it%26#039;s larger, you do not feel all the bumps %26amp; cracks on the road %26amp; sidewalks. But because it is large, you are also higher off the ground, which can also feel a little unstable.
As far as the hardness of the wheels, if you%26#039;re planning to skate on really smooth concrete and/or asphalt, it%26#039;s ok to have a hard wheel. Just remember, harder wheels do not grip, like softer ones. Most wheels have the size (mm) and the hardness stamped on them. The hardness is the number with an %26#039;A%26#039; after it (78A). The harder the wheel, the higher the number. Most outdoor skaters I know prefer the mid-range; low 80%26#039;s (82-83A). Alot of indoor skaters (very smooth surface) like the hard wheels (85-86A). So, if you have smaller wheels, and you want to skate outdoors, I would recommend softer wheels in the range of 78-80A, because of its inability to absorb the shock as well as a larger wheel.
Modern skates all come with pretty decent bearings. These also have a ratings called abec (abec 1, 2, 3, etc.). In essence, the higher the number, the better the performance. I recommend at least an abec 3, and look for ones that are easy to maintain (easy to open, clean, and lubricate). Unless you abuse them, like skating in water or sand, you probably won%26#039;t have to clean them too much.
I hope you find a comfortable pair of skates that you like! Happy Rolling! (^_^)
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Which ice skates to buy I am a learner Chicago?
I wish to learn ice skating .
Can you tell me which skates to buy
figure skates,hockey skates or some other
also if ther are any good shops for them in chicago
thanks
Which ice skates to buy I am a learner Chicago?
If you want figure skates, go to Rainbo Sports
http://www.rainbosports.com
If you want hockey skates, go to Gunzos
http://www.gunzos.com/
The folks at these stores will help you pick out the right skate for you.
Reply:I would recomend rainbo sports they have begining skates and skates for me advanced moves. I skate in chicago too and i know there is and actuall store in northbrook. I would deffinatly reomend figure skates. They are easier to learn on and have more ballance.
Have fun
Reply:FIGURE SKATES
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Can you tell me which skates to buy
figure skates,hockey skates or some other
also if ther are any good shops for them in chicago
thanks
Which ice skates to buy I am a learner Chicago?
If you want figure skates, go to Rainbo Sports
http://www.rainbosports.com
If you want hockey skates, go to Gunzos
http://www.gunzos.com/
The folks at these stores will help you pick out the right skate for you.
Reply:I would recomend rainbo sports they have begining skates and skates for me advanced moves. I skate in chicago too and i know there is and actuall store in northbrook. I would deffinatly reomend figure skates. They are easier to learn on and have more ballance.
Have fun
Reply:FIGURE SKATES
use Jaxson or Ridel
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Which in-line skates are best?
My daughter (7) loves to skate and is taking lessons. She just outgrew her cheapie in-line skates and I want to buy her a new pair. I have RollerBlades from when they first became popular and I know what a difference good skates make. Are RollerBlades still quality skates? I can%26#039;t afford to spend hundreds, but what is a good skate that you recommend?
Which in-line skates are best?
It all depends. Since she%26#039;s only seven, I assume you are talking about recreational skating. I really don%26#039;t have much experience in that department. Rollerblade is still probably the industry leader, but I think when it comes to rec skating you really don%26#039;t need super high quality skates to start out since they aren%26#039;t going to take much abuse from a 7 year old. I started with $30 K-mart skates.
As for aggressive skating (ramps, rails, ledges) your selection is somewhat limited because not every company offers small skates. Some however, do offer high quality junior skates which have similar aggressive skate features like their bigger brothers. Aggressive skating is a lot of fun and I really wish I had started when I was younger. You can find skates like those by checking out www.rollerwarehouse.com , www.skatepile.com , or www.aggressivemall.com . Good luck.
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Which in-line skates are best?
It all depends. Since she%26#039;s only seven, I assume you are talking about recreational skating. I really don%26#039;t have much experience in that department. Rollerblade is still probably the industry leader, but I think when it comes to rec skating you really don%26#039;t need super high quality skates to start out since they aren%26#039;t going to take much abuse from a 7 year old. I started with $30 K-mart skates.
As for aggressive skating (ramps, rails, ledges) your selection is somewhat limited because not every company offers small skates. Some however, do offer high quality junior skates which have similar aggressive skate features like their bigger brothers. Aggressive skating is a lot of fun and I really wish I had started when I was younger. You can find skates like those by checking out www.rollerwarehouse.com , www.skatepile.com , or www.aggressivemall.com . Good luck.
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Purchasing ice skates?
Hi!
I just started ice skating lessons last week. My parents said if I am really interesting in continuing and do so for at least the first session of classes, I could buy my own ice skates. I%26#039;m not planning on quitting any time soon, I am hoping to continue for a long, long time.
At the last class, my feet began to hurt and I got blisters. They hurt really bad that I could barely move. I don%26#039;t know if I should get a bigger size or not because they fit my feet in length, but I think i have wide feet lol.
Also I was wondering where good skating stores are, I don%26#039;t want to purchase them online.
How much do they usually cost? For a good pair of skates, but not really professional?
Thank you!
Purchasing ice skates?
I would suggest getting your own skates if you plan on continuing in skating. You will still get blisters even if you get a size larger for width because then the skate will be too large and rub, thus casing blisters. A decent pair of beginner skates is going to cost you around $100-$150. Your local skating pro shop (you can try looking them up in the phone book, or asking skaters around your rink) should be able to help you be sized for skates. I would suggest Riedell skates, probably a Riedell Blue Ribbon or Riedell Bronze Medallion. Riedell is a good brand of skates, they are very good quality. Good luck!
Reply:I suggest since you are just starting out to buy Jackson brand skates. The are inexpensive and can be found in the Pro Shop at the rink(usually in stock). Ask the Pro Shop to fit you properly even though you are not buying an expensive pair of skates. If they don%26#039;t want to be bothered, then ask the skating school if they could help you. The reason you are getting blisters isn%26#039;t because your skates are too small, its because you are not lacing them up properly. Someone at the rink or Pro Shop can help you with that.
Good Luck and enjoy the ice!
Reply:Well you should buy your own ice skates. if you dont want to you should just buy used skates.well no its not because you have big feet its just that you have to break in your skates.it happens all the time. well skates are very expensive, the boot costs probably 400$ and the blade costs 300$ and to sharpen your skates is 10$ well its more expensive if your a girl if your a guy its still expensive but not more expensive than girls. you should buy butt pads just for your safety.hope i helped.=D
Reply:If you plan on continuing with lessons, it%26#039;s best to have your own pair of skates. You might find a pair of rentals that work well for the week, but those may not be the pair you get every week. Plus, rentals that are used by many different people tend to get beat up pretty fast, not have enough ankle support and the blades are not sharpened nearly enough. The best advice is to go to your local skate shop and get fitted by someone with experience. Let them know what level you are skating and what you plan on doing. They should be able to give you a size and a recommendation. If you intend on moving on to beginning jumps and spins, I would stay away from the sporting goods chains for skates. They%26#039;re going to have a very limited selection of cheap-o skates that will not have good ankle support or blade quality. At least if you get a size/width and brand/model recommendation, you can shop around online if you don%26#039;t want to purchase them from a shop. I do most of my skating shopping with rainbosports.com, who also have stores in my area. Your best bet is probably to start with a low level Reidell or Jackson. Their boots come in boot/blade sets (high level skates come seperately) that provide more ankle support than a Lake Placid or CCM skate -- intended for mostly recreational skating (for example) and will come with a better blade. Reidellskates.com has a useage chart for their boots and blades so you can match your level to your model skate. While it may be okay to start with a recreational skate, while you progress through the levels for lessons, your skills will quickly outgrow your skates. Depending on if your feet are still growing, sometimes you can find used skates to save you a few bucks. Some skates shops sell used skates on consignment or if you have a brand, model and size, you can find deals on eBay.
As for the blisters, they can be caused by a few things. It is possible the skates you were in were not the correct size for you. What do you wear on your feet in your skates? Socks, especially thick ones, are going to cause friction within your skate, thus causing painful blisters. Most skaters wear very thin socks, nylons or tights. If you continue to get blisters, get some round makeup sponges and put them over the places you feel your skates rubbing (if you can put them inside your nylons/tights they stay better). Band-aids won%26#039;t stay in place and usually fall off once your feet sweat a little.
Good luck!
Reply:Jackson makes a very good beginner skate, I always start my students in these.
Reply:go to www.riedellskates.com and go to the dealer locator
find the store closest to where you live and go there. they will measure your feet and help determine what size and model is best for you and your budget. skates do come in wide sizes but be sure that they measure your feet to see if you really need them
hope this helps
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I just started ice skating lessons last week. My parents said if I am really interesting in continuing and do so for at least the first session of classes, I could buy my own ice skates. I%26#039;m not planning on quitting any time soon, I am hoping to continue for a long, long time.
At the last class, my feet began to hurt and I got blisters. They hurt really bad that I could barely move. I don%26#039;t know if I should get a bigger size or not because they fit my feet in length, but I think i have wide feet lol.
Also I was wondering where good skating stores are, I don%26#039;t want to purchase them online.
How much do they usually cost? For a good pair of skates, but not really professional?
Thank you!
Purchasing ice skates?
I would suggest getting your own skates if you plan on continuing in skating. You will still get blisters even if you get a size larger for width because then the skate will be too large and rub, thus casing blisters. A decent pair of beginner skates is going to cost you around $100-$150. Your local skating pro shop (you can try looking them up in the phone book, or asking skaters around your rink) should be able to help you be sized for skates. I would suggest Riedell skates, probably a Riedell Blue Ribbon or Riedell Bronze Medallion. Riedell is a good brand of skates, they are very good quality. Good luck!
Reply:I suggest since you are just starting out to buy Jackson brand skates. The are inexpensive and can be found in the Pro Shop at the rink(usually in stock). Ask the Pro Shop to fit you properly even though you are not buying an expensive pair of skates. If they don%26#039;t want to be bothered, then ask the skating school if they could help you. The reason you are getting blisters isn%26#039;t because your skates are too small, its because you are not lacing them up properly. Someone at the rink or Pro Shop can help you with that.
Good Luck and enjoy the ice!
Reply:Well you should buy your own ice skates. if you dont want to you should just buy used skates.well no its not because you have big feet its just that you have to break in your skates.it happens all the time. well skates are very expensive, the boot costs probably 400$ and the blade costs 300$ and to sharpen your skates is 10$ well its more expensive if your a girl if your a guy its still expensive but not more expensive than girls. you should buy butt pads just for your safety.hope i helped.=D
Reply:If you plan on continuing with lessons, it%26#039;s best to have your own pair of skates. You might find a pair of rentals that work well for the week, but those may not be the pair you get every week. Plus, rentals that are used by many different people tend to get beat up pretty fast, not have enough ankle support and the blades are not sharpened nearly enough. The best advice is to go to your local skate shop and get fitted by someone with experience. Let them know what level you are skating and what you plan on doing. They should be able to give you a size and a recommendation. If you intend on moving on to beginning jumps and spins, I would stay away from the sporting goods chains for skates. They%26#039;re going to have a very limited selection of cheap-o skates that will not have good ankle support or blade quality. At least if you get a size/width and brand/model recommendation, you can shop around online if you don%26#039;t want to purchase them from a shop. I do most of my skating shopping with rainbosports.com, who also have stores in my area. Your best bet is probably to start with a low level Reidell or Jackson. Their boots come in boot/blade sets (high level skates come seperately) that provide more ankle support than a Lake Placid or CCM skate -- intended for mostly recreational skating (for example) and will come with a better blade. Reidellskates.com has a useage chart for their boots and blades so you can match your level to your model skate. While it may be okay to start with a recreational skate, while you progress through the levels for lessons, your skills will quickly outgrow your skates. Depending on if your feet are still growing, sometimes you can find used skates to save you a few bucks. Some skates shops sell used skates on consignment or if you have a brand, model and size, you can find deals on eBay.
As for the blisters, they can be caused by a few things. It is possible the skates you were in were not the correct size for you. What do you wear on your feet in your skates? Socks, especially thick ones, are going to cause friction within your skate, thus causing painful blisters. Most skaters wear very thin socks, nylons or tights. If you continue to get blisters, get some round makeup sponges and put them over the places you feel your skates rubbing (if you can put them inside your nylons/tights they stay better). Band-aids won%26#039;t stay in place and usually fall off once your feet sweat a little.
Good luck!
Reply:Jackson makes a very good beginner skate, I always start my students in these.
Reply:go to www.riedellskates.com and go to the dealer locator
find the store closest to where you live and go there. they will measure your feet and help determine what size and model is best for you and your budget. skates do come in wide sizes but be sure that they measure your feet to see if you really need them
hope this helps
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Which skates are easier for just plain old ice skating? Figure skates or Hockey skates?
I tried Figure skates my first time (was on 9-21-07) and i learned how to walk and glide, then i saw all these people just going fast with hockey skates, i might go with people on friday again, i just wanna no which skates are easier for just plain old ice skating, no tricks or ne thin
Which skates are easier for just plain old ice skating? Figure skates or Hockey skates?
Figure skates are definitely easier for plain old skating . . . especially if you are a beginner and do not have a preference to either just yet. Of course hockey skaters will say hockey skates are easier - that is what they are used to. But they are right that it can be a bit difficult switching from hockey to figure. I%26#039;ll try to explain without being biased!
Figure: The length of the blade (passed the heel in back around an inch), the toe picks up front, and flatness (though we do have a curve on it) make it easier to balance - even to just stand up.
Hockey: The blades are actually narrower, shorter (nearly same length as the boot), and rounded (no heel or toepicks or anything to stop you from rolling over frontwards or backwards). These are designed to give the hockey skaters freedom to move abruptly and quickly - more freedom means a skater needs more control.
Figure: Top hooks give more support in the boot.
Hockey: Top is laced through eyelets - no hooks - the extra support is not needed because they don%26#039;t do jumps and spins like figure skaters. The foot feels looser in the boot - compared to figure skates.
I tried hockey skates . . . and oh I was just falling all over the place with hockey skates. I instantly had new respect for hockey skaters - wink!
Hey, glad you decided to give skating a go! Hope this helps!
Reply:i%26#039;m not just saying this cuz i%26#039;m an ice skater, but i pretty much think that figure skates are easier!! much easier! (not the sport but the skates!) but i wouldn%26#039;t try using hockey OR figure skates unless your sure you want to do it and your sure oyu can be carefyl, don%26#039;t just start speeding and not know what your doing!! it can be dangerous!! but i have my own riedell figure skates, and they are still clean and in good condition!! well good luck!!
P.S.: no one get offended or anything but usually when i see boys skating (ice skating) i usually think its kind of creepy and it makes them look girly! no affense, but i have no idea even why boys do ice skating or bellet, it just looks wierd and un-boy like!
Reply:Hockey skates have no razor teeth in the front of the blades, figure skates do, with hockey skates you need to know the trick on how to accelerate. They have their own little quirks. Figure skates have those teeth and are designed just for that figures.
Reply:Figure Skates are easier than hockey skates because the figure skate blade is longer than the hockey skate blade, and figure skates also have a toe pick which can help you keep your balance better. The people whom where on hockey skates have probably had quite a bit of practice, I%26#039;m a figure skater and I can%26#039;t even skate on hockey skates very well!
Reply:Try out both, but don%26#039;t switch on and off too much unless you think that%26#039;s best. Getting used to one would prolly be better for your skating.
Reply:I%26#039;ve tried both...I prefer figure skates, but it really is a matter of preference. In hockey skates, you really have to keep your knees bent and make sure you%26#039;re pushing off your edges. In figure skates, you can get away with pushing off your toes -- it ain%26#039;t pretty -- but you can get away with it. Hockey skates are going to be more like pushing on rollerblades. If you%26#039;re going back to skate, you%26#039;ll probably have to re-adjust to the hockey skates if you go with them this time.
Reply:hockey skates, no toe pick to get in the way~
But I%26#039;m a bias hockey player so!
Reply:I have only ever used figure skates, but you should try both, and choose which you like best. No one can tell but you.
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Reply:To a non-skater, figure skates are going to be the easiest to skate with. Believe it or not, that toe pick will not get in your way or hinder you as many think it will. It%26#039;s not big enough. ;-) It will actually help as the natural instinct is to push straight back, and if you do that in hockey skates you%26#039;ll end up falling. Hockey skates have a shorter, rounder blade that is harder to balance on with little to no skating experience.
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Which skates are easier for just plain old ice skating? Figure skates or Hockey skates?
Figure skates are definitely easier for plain old skating . . . especially if you are a beginner and do not have a preference to either just yet. Of course hockey skaters will say hockey skates are easier - that is what they are used to. But they are right that it can be a bit difficult switching from hockey to figure. I%26#039;ll try to explain without being biased!
Figure: The length of the blade (passed the heel in back around an inch), the toe picks up front, and flatness (though we do have a curve on it) make it easier to balance - even to just stand up.
Hockey: The blades are actually narrower, shorter (nearly same length as the boot), and rounded (no heel or toepicks or anything to stop you from rolling over frontwards or backwards). These are designed to give the hockey skaters freedom to move abruptly and quickly - more freedom means a skater needs more control.
Figure: Top hooks give more support in the boot.
Hockey: Top is laced through eyelets - no hooks - the extra support is not needed because they don%26#039;t do jumps and spins like figure skaters. The foot feels looser in the boot - compared to figure skates.
I tried hockey skates . . . and oh I was just falling all over the place with hockey skates. I instantly had new respect for hockey skaters - wink!
Hey, glad you decided to give skating a go! Hope this helps!
Reply:i%26#039;m not just saying this cuz i%26#039;m an ice skater, but i pretty much think that figure skates are easier!! much easier! (not the sport but the skates!) but i wouldn%26#039;t try using hockey OR figure skates unless your sure you want to do it and your sure oyu can be carefyl, don%26#039;t just start speeding and not know what your doing!! it can be dangerous!! but i have my own riedell figure skates, and they are still clean and in good condition!! well good luck!!
P.S.: no one get offended or anything but usually when i see boys skating (ice skating) i usually think its kind of creepy and it makes them look girly! no affense, but i have no idea even why boys do ice skating or bellet, it just looks wierd and un-boy like!
Reply:Hockey skates have no razor teeth in the front of the blades, figure skates do, with hockey skates you need to know the trick on how to accelerate. They have their own little quirks. Figure skates have those teeth and are designed just for that figures.
Reply:Figure Skates are easier than hockey skates because the figure skate blade is longer than the hockey skate blade, and figure skates also have a toe pick which can help you keep your balance better. The people whom where on hockey skates have probably had quite a bit of practice, I%26#039;m a figure skater and I can%26#039;t even skate on hockey skates very well!
Reply:Try out both, but don%26#039;t switch on and off too much unless you think that%26#039;s best. Getting used to one would prolly be better for your skating.
Reply:I%26#039;ve tried both...I prefer figure skates, but it really is a matter of preference. In hockey skates, you really have to keep your knees bent and make sure you%26#039;re pushing off your edges. In figure skates, you can get away with pushing off your toes -- it ain%26#039;t pretty -- but you can get away with it. Hockey skates are going to be more like pushing on rollerblades. If you%26#039;re going back to skate, you%26#039;ll probably have to re-adjust to the hockey skates if you go with them this time.
Reply:hockey skates, no toe pick to get in the way~
But I%26#039;m a bias hockey player so!
Reply:I have only ever used figure skates, but you should try both, and choose which you like best. No one can tell but you.
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Reply:To a non-skater, figure skates are going to be the easiest to skate with. Believe it or not, that toe pick will not get in your way or hinder you as many think it will. It%26#039;s not big enough. ;-) It will actually help as the natural instinct is to push straight back, and if you do that in hockey skates you%26#039;ll end up falling. Hockey skates have a shorter, rounder blade that is harder to balance on with little to no skating experience.
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