Ice skating is one of the favorite types of winter city recreation. In summer, people ride in parks on roller skates, and in winter - on ice rinks. Not only boys, but sometimes adults sometimes get out into the yard to play the puck with friends on the nearest hockey "box". Ice skates can be rented if you skate infrequently. But it's still better to spend time and money on the selection and purchase of skates. But they will sit on you like a glove.
Instructions
Step 1
There are several types of ice skates. However, if you consider ice skating as a hobby, then you can opt for figure skating (mainly for women) or hockey skates (for men).
Step 2
When choosing figure skates, you should pay attention to the material. It's the most important. Good ice skates are made from genuine leather. Do not forget to bring a pair of warm socks to try on your skates with them. Although recently figure skates are increasingly equipped with fur inside. They already need to be worn with thin socks and bought clearly in size.
Step 3
Also pay attention to how the skate sits on the leg. He should firmly fix the ankle, but not press. Correct lacing is also important in choosing your skates. It is not necessary to tighten them too much, but the lacing should be tight (especially in the ankle and instep area).
Step 4
Most skates in question come with stainless steel blades. There are models with chrome-plated steel or proprietary patented blades.
Step 5
Before purchasing ice hockey skates, you need to decide how you will use them. If you are just going to ride in them, then there is nothing difficult. Just choose a skate that is more comfortable for your feet. Like curly skates, hockey skates should not dangle on the leg. You need to firmly set your heel into the heel, and then lace up the boot. At the same time, the leg should not move along the skate, however, it should not press anywhere either.
Step 6
If you want to choose ice hockey skates, pay attention to this when choosing them: professional hockey skates are a priority for this purpose. Only now you can play them only on indoor skating rinks. The fact is that professional skates are made of materials that are not designed for temperatures below -5 ° C. In the cold, they can crack. For street hockey, it's best to choose good amateur models.
Step 7
Hockey skate blades are made of alloy steel or carbon steel. The first option is preferable, since such steel is more durable.
