Frequently asked Questions

What can you tell me about skate fitting?

Guide to Fitting Skates

Skates that don't fit do more than give you blisters. If they're too big, they can make you trip and you instinctively try to keep your feet from moving around, by curling up your toes. It's like trying to hang onto a tree limb with your fingers. You grab hold of the bottom of the boot with your toes, and it creates a tremendous amount of tension through all the muscles in your feet -- it's going to wear you out.

Buying New Skates:
A few suggestions when buying:
• Wear thin socks or tights for the best fit. At the shop, make sure someone knowledgeable about ice skates fits you. Your feet should be measured with a device calibrated for skate sizes.
• After your feet are measured, you should be asked about what kind of skating you do, how often you skate, and other questions that provide clues about what kind of skates you will need.

Fitting Basics:
Here are a few basics to help you find the right size skates, whether you're renting or buying:
• Your feet should not move around inside the boots, especially your heel. Your heel should be as far back into the boot as possible, and should feel snug.
• The skates should be firm. Skates that lack adequate support can't hold you up; you wind up using a lot of muscle power just to stay upright.
• To determine if a pair of skates offers good support, pick up one of the skates and hold it by the top of the boot. Turn it sideways in the air, so the boot and blade are horizontal. The boot should be strong enough to support the blade. If the bottom flops down to a 90-degree angle, the boots are too weak to support you. Try another pair.

Lacing up:
How skates look when they're laced up offer a clue to how well they fit. When properly laced, there should be an inch to an inch and a half of space between the sides holding the laces. If the boot wrinkles up around the first and second lace, it's too wide. To lace up:
• Tap your heel back into the boot as far as possible. Make sure your foot and the boot stay in an upright position as you tighten the laces. If you roll your foot sideways while lacing, that's how it will be set for skating.
• When you get to the top two hooks, lean forward slightly to allow extra space at the top - just enough for two fingers side by side in the back.

What forms of payment do you accept? Do you offer any Discounts?

Payment: We accept payment by Visa and Mastercard, as well as by personal check, money order and cash.

PSA Coaches: We offer a 10% discount on all orders for professionals who are listed in the current membership directory of PSA. Also, there is no charge for skate sharpenings.

Synchronized Skating Teams: 10% discount to teams on tights and other accessories. (Minimum order of 8 items)

Group or Volume Orders
10% discount on orders of $1000 (merchandise total). Order must be placed at one time, and paid by one individual payment. Any returns that reduce the total below $1000 will have the discount of the total order charged against the return. Discount cannot be added to pro or team discounts. WE DO NOT WHOLESALE.

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