Among winter sports, ice skating can be safely called one of the most widespread entertainments among a wide variety of people - both women and men and children enjoy skating on ice. But in order for skiing to be comfortable and enjoyable, it is important to choose the right skates. Ice skates are available for women, men and children. Female models, as a rule, are curly and correspond to all the features of the female leg.
Instructions
Step 1
The design of figure skates remains classic even today, but modern and functional materials are used in their production to ensure maximum comfort, water resistance and foot fixation during skating. In general, figure skates are of three types - amateur, semi-professional and professional.
Step 2
If you are not going to do figure skating and are interested in a simple walking option for winter days, get amateur skates. Their cost also depends on the material from which they are sewn. It is not recommended to buy cheap plastic skates, as they restrict freedom of movement and do not fit the leg.
Step 3
Buy skates made from elastic leather or leatherette. Leather skates are more expensive than synthetic skates, but they will last you for years, will easily shape your feet and absorb moisture well. The advantage of synthetic skates over leather skates is that they get wet less, retain their new look longer and require less maintenance.
Step 4
Try to choose skates that have inserts at the ankle level - this will protect the leg from side loads, prevent the appearance of calluses, and will also help to firmly and gently fix the leg in the skate. The padded skates help you skate for longer without the usual fatigue.
Step 5
The sole of skates is also made from different materials. It can be leather, plastic or rubber. Skates with plastic and rubber soles will be the strongest. The leather sole has more elasticity, but wears out faster and requires more serious maintenance.
Step 6
When choosing your skates, pay attention to the blades. Their end should protrude one and a half to two centimeters beyond the ridge, and the tip of the blade should be serrated. It is recommended to put quick-drying insoles inside the skates.
Step 7
Make sure that the skates you buy have strong, high-quality seams, the tongue has a notch and follows the shape of the foot without knocking to one side, and the boot itself is equipped with heel support. Try on skates before buying, after wearing the sock you plan to skate in to help you choose the model for the right toe thickness.
Step 8
Choose socks that are not too thick, breathable and warm. As a rule, skates get half a size larger. Once you've tried them on and laced them up, shift your weight from one foot to the other and determine if you're comfortable with your new skates. Buy only those models in which you feel comfortable.
