14 best skates

Skates for riding on ice are presented in a large variety: for figure skating, for hockey or amateur, they differ in the design of the shoe, the shape of the blade; different models can be synthetic or leather, in the same size or sliding. So that the choice does not become a problem, the experts of the portal EXPERTOLOGY have compiled a guide to the correct selection of skates, as well as a rating of the best models in certain categories.

Choosing skates: a brief instruction

Before you go to the store, you should determine which skates you need to buy. To do this, you need to decide on several factors:

1. Shoe assignment. There are special skates for hockey and figure skating, for regular walks and sprint.

2. The size: for an adult should choose skates in size or +1 for warm socks. For children, there are both one-dimensional and sliding shoes. The choice depends on the intended purpose and duration of application.

3. Price matters: skates are cheaper, as a rule, fail faster (worn out to leatherette, the blade is dull - on budget models it is made of soft alloys), products made from higher quality materials are more expensive and last longer. But this is not always a trend, so you need to look at the characteristics and reviews of each particular model.

4. Attention should be paid manufacturing materials: The blade can be made of an alloy of different hardness, it is attached to the shoe in one piece or bolted way. The latter is more preferable from the point of view of possible blade replacement. The plastic used must be durable and resistant to impact. Learn about the properties of the polymer can be in the technical description of the product, because the eye to determine the strength is almost impossible.

5. The brand they will not always determine the quality of the skates, therefore it is useful to get acquainted with the reviews: users usually present the product not only from the positive side, but also describe the shortcomings in the presence of those. Experts of the portal when drawing up the rating of skates took into account a maximum of factors: the quality of products, the convenience of shoes and skating, reviews, price and demand.

Top Skate Rankings

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Best hockey skates	1	Bauer Nexus N8000	24 900 ₽
	2	CCM Tacks (adults)	31 493 ₽
	3	SK Senator Grand GT (adults)	3 100 ₽
	4	MaxCity Detroit	2 600 ₽
The best skates for figure skating	1	GRAF Prestige	7 200 ₽
	2	Jackson freestyle	12 800 ₽
	3	Wifa prima set	13 410 ₽
	4	SK Le Fleur 100% Leather	3 400 ₽
The best skates for beginners	1	GRAF Topas	8 290 ₽
	2	Jackson Artiste Mark IV	8 600 ₽ ₽
	3	Bauer Flow Wmn	5 490 ₽
	4	K2 F.I.T Ice	3 980 ₽
The best skates for girls	1	SK (Sports collection) Princess Kid	3 750 ₽
The best skates for boys	1	MaxCity Helix Boy (for children)	2 050 ₽

Best hockey skates

Hockey is quite an extreme sport: skating takes place at high speed, there is a need for maneuvering, it is not uncommon for the legs to hit the puck. Skates must withstand all such loads, while maintaining a presentable appearance and performance, as well as ensure the safety of the hockey player.

Bauer Nexus N8000

Rating: 4.9

Bauer Nexus N8000 hockey skates are designed for mid-level and advanced players: they provide the most reliable protection and support for the feet during intense skating thanks to the exterior nylon trim using Tech Mesh hard material used to create athletes' professional clothing.

The shoe, soon after purchase, takes the shape of a hockey player's foot in view of the interior trim of thermoformed material in the front of the pad. The convenience and additional protection of the metatarsal bone is also provided by an improved thick felt tongue, and the shape-saving soft pads are responsible for the safety of the ankle, the correct setting and support of the foot is provided by an insole with Form-Fit + stabilizer.

On the skates of Bauer Nexus N8000, reinforced NHL Tuuk Lightspeed Edge glasses made of durable plastic are installed, in which stainless steel Tuuk LS1 blades are fixed. Complete blade change is rarely required, but if necessary, it can be done in just a few seconds.

CCM Tacks (adults)

Rating: 4.8

Professional hockey skates CCM Tacks became the founders of a whole line of similar products for beginners and advanced players with a stick on the ice. The reinforced frame with sublimated inserts and structural structural support provide safety during riding and playing. A nylon lining inside the boot and an anatomical insole create a soft and comfortable installation of the foot, and a dense multi-layered tongue under the cord ligation protects the front of the foot from impact. SpeedBlade’s sturdy plastic cups are equipped with stainless steel blades. The size range is designed for athletes of different builds: 39 - 47 (completeness D and EE).

In general, CCM Tacks are similar to the leader in terms of convenience and practicality. Skates get second place for a higher pair cost - about 24,500 rubles.

SK Senator Grand GT (adults)

Rating: 4.7

The third place of the hockey skate rating was awarded to the Senator Grand GT budget model for optimal quality and low price (from 3000 rubles). For the production of used composites of high strength and abrasion, the blade is made of stainless steel.

The shoe of the skates is manufactured according to the company's technology Anthropometric Shoe, which takes into account the structure of the foot and the peculiarity of professional hockey skating, which provides a high degree of comfort for the athlete. The LCT technology creates an enveloping of the legs and a strong fixation of the ankle, which contributes to the correct distribution of the load and minimizing injuries. The size range (p. 35 ... 47) allows the use of SK Senator Grand GT skates both by teenagers and adult athletes.

Judging by the reviews, the shoes are really comfortable and are suitable for use on the winter and artificial people, and most importantly, in terms of quality and comfort, they are close to professional expensive models.

MaxCity Detroit

Rating: 4.6

Close the ranking of hockey skates most inexpensive of the MaxCity Detroit. You can buy them less than 3,000 rubles. The cost is partly determined by the purpose - these skates are semi-professional, suitable for training in a hockey club for a beginner athlete or for amateur games with a puck and a stick on any people.

The design of the shoe is made of impact-resistant polymer PP, the sole is made of injected ABS, the blade is made of stainless steel, resistant to dulling. It is noteworthy that the skates are equipped with a Cambrelle water-repellent lining, that is, you can even ride on the March ice. The material does not allow water inside, but allows the evolved moisture to evaporate along with the excess heat, which helps to maintain normal temperature and humidity inside the boot for comfortable, long workouts. The disadvantages include the complete artificiality of shoes - in contrast to membrane fabrics, leatherette is prone to abrasion and when it comes into contact with a puck, a stick, or when an athlete falls, the surface loses its presentable appearance.

The best skates for figure skating

For figure skating, skates are needed at the same time stable, comfortable and mobile, because athletes need not only to move at high speed, but also to perform tricks and pirouettes. In the rating are 4 models of skates for figure skating.

GRAF Prestige

Rating: 4.9

Swiss skates GRAF Prestige are designed for skaters of the average level of skill, because the boot is made of materials of medium degree of rigidity. They withstand significant loads corresponding to the sports category (double jumps, spins, etc.).

Boots of classic look are made in black or white color with external damage resistant leather. The multilayered sole is also made of first-class leather with a rubberized upper layer that protects the foot from outside water and the shoe itself from getting wet and deformed.

The peculiarity of the GRAF Prestige skates is the thermoformed internal space, the finishing materials adapt to the athlete's bends after the first donning and remember the shape, which creates a high level of comfort when using them.

Jackson freestyle

Rating: 4.8

Jackson Freestyle figure skates are designed for beginner and intermediate athletes. The boots are moderately rigid to support the ankle in the process of learning the first tricks and pirouettes, their design is made of natural soft leather with a polyurethane coating that protects skates from bumps and scratches, as well as getting wet.

The inner lining of the boot is made of a material that memorizes the shape of the foot and Microfibe, which later creates comfort for the athlete. The tongue is made of leather, and the heel and sole are made from a combination of natural cork and leather, the accessories are reliable and do not fail when tightening the laces.

The only significant lack of skates is the high cost, they will cost about 14,000 rubles, for which they received the second place in the rating.

Wifa prima set

Rating: 4.8

In third place in the ranking are the Wifa Prima Set skates used by professional athletes in 1, 2 and 3 years of training, that is, mainly in the initial stage of acquiring skills. They protect the foot from all sides: full support for the legs, soft inner lining, wicking moisture, support for the joints when mastering double jumps.

The main material used to assemble the shoe is genuine leather that is resistant to soaking and abrasion, making the product one of the lightest in the class.Jackson Ultima MARK IV stainless steel blades with Canadian-made active lower prongs or John Wilson Excel from England.

Wifa Prima Set skates are made in five colors: classic black and white, suede pink, blue, gray.

SK Le Fleur 100% Leather

Rating: 4.7

Completing the top figure skates model SK Le Fleur 100% Leather, in the line there are models for athletes of children, adolescents and adults. The name speaks for itself - the shoe is made entirely of genuine leather, but not of the highest quality - with intensive training, the sole made of this material can get a little wet, causing discomfort, judging by user feedback.

And yet the model deserves attention: skates are built with dignity, correspond to the professional class for primary or secondary level, can be used for walks, the average price for adult shoes is about 3,500 rubles. The design is uncomplicated, but comfortable and comfortable for legs and movements, therefore, SK Le Fleur 100% Leather is preferred by many lovers of figure skating on artificial and natural ice.

The best skates for beginners

To get acquainted with skating on ice, you need special skates with a design of sufficient stiffness that ensures the safety of the legs when moving.

GRAF Topas

Rating: 4.9

Classic skates for entry-level skaters and amateurs taking their first steps on the ice. The design is designed in such a way that the protection of the legs was maximized; the reinforced side parts of the pad are responsible for this, as well as the tight toe. The blade of the skates is made of alloyed steel with a coating, so they are practically not subjected to abrasion and rusting. The backdrop is understated for easy maneuvering at first.

The outside of the boot is made of genuine leather with water-repellent Impregnation Waterproof coating boots, the sole is made of durable plastic, and the inner space of the boot is made of sports synthetic fabric that does not allow the leg to sweat and wicks away moisture, and the insole has pumped - some users mark it as the only weak point GRAF Topas, however, such reviews are rare.

Jackson Artiste Mark IV

Rating: 4.8

Second place among the skates for beginners confidently placed Jackson Artiste Mark IV. They are not inferior to the leader in quality, but their cost is significantly more - about 12,000 rubles.

The distinctive and main feature of the skates is the Mark VI blades, which are distinguished by increased stability, ideal for a beginner, as well as an active toe with teeth.

The design of the ridge with a lowered back is adapted for novice athletes: the sides of the pads are reinforced for fixing the ankle, inside - the material with thermal memory, outside - genuine leather. Jackson Artiste Mark IV exist in the nursery, teen and adult range of size range. Users found no flaws in skates, as did the experts.

Bauer Flow Wmn

Rating: 4.7

These skates are designed for beginners lovers of ordinary walks on the ice.They are equipped with an ankle support for support, fixed by lacing on reliable fittings and additionally with velcro. There are no denticles on the blade, therefore it is difficult to hew in them. Interior trim of membrane materials provides comfort for the foot, but there is no thermal adaptation, so skates need to be measured and adjusted by lacing.

The design of the boot and blades of high carbon steel is reliable, you can skate at any speed in skates and even perform simple tricks, while the cost of a pair is acceptable - about 4000-5000 rubles, depending on the size from teenagers to adults.

K2 F.I.T Ice

Rating: 4.6

K2 F.I.T Ice, the analogue of the wheel rollers of the same brand, is the same convenient and comfortable, closing the rating of skates for beginners. The design feature is the presence of support for the legs, while the soft pad with Thinsulate lining, the legs do not get tired, nothing presses and does not cause discomfort. Lacing does not imply quick bracing, but there are 2 straps for fixing the shoe with plastic clips.

The K2 F.I.T Ice skates are made in black color and unusual design suitable for men and women.

The best skates for girls

Girls prefer free or figure skating on ice, while not forgetting to look feminine. In the category of experts offer the best pair of skates for girls, received user recommendation reviews.

SK (Sports collection) Princess Kid

Rating: 4.8

The shoes are made of genuine leather of strong stiffness 5, corresponding to figure skating skates with reliable fixation of the legs during the study of simple pirouettes in the first years of mastering the skill. Inside lining of fur for good thermal insulation and ventilation, the sole is made of waterproof and non-freezing PVC (a kind of polymer).

Classic lacing ensures a perfect fit of the shoe to the foot and its fixation, and the interior of suede prevents the foot from slipping on the insole. The blade is stainless steel, which maintains sharpening for a long time.

Skates SK (Sports collection) Princess Kid are developed by a domestic company taking into account the features of the structure of a children's foot in size 25 ... 30, therefore, it is comfortable for amateurs and sportswomen of any skill level to ride in them. On top of that, skates are inexpensive - about 2500 rubles.

The best skates for boys

Boys love to play hockey, and do it enthusiastically, so interest does not disappear for several seasons, today there is the opportunity to practice all year round on artificial ice. And as you know, children grow up quickly. In order not to change skates often, it is advisable to purchase a model for several years ahead with a size reserve without losing convenience.

MaxCity Helix Boy (for children)

Rating: 4.8

Skates are designed for walking, but are quite successfully used in amateur and even professional hockey in the early stages. A distinctive feature of the model is the sliding size regulation mechanism within 29 ... 32, that is, one pair is enough for 3-4 years.The design of the boot is strong and durable with outer nylon trim, and the frame can be replaced if necessary.

Inside the boot there is a vapor-permeable membrane fabric that removes excess moisture and does not allow the leg to sweat. Fixation to the ankle is carried out with laces and straps with clips.

Buy a pair of skates can be quite inexpensive - about 1900 rubles in black and blue or black and red color versions.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.