How to choose the best figure skates for your foot

Trying to buy a pair of figure skates for the first time can be a daunting task. The usual question is: What brand do you choose? However, choosing the figure skate that is best for you depends on several factors, and each of those factors is important.

The first thing to consider when choosing figure skates is your skate size. The best way to determine your skate size is to measure the length and width of your foot. There are several professional stores that will measure your foot for you. However, if your rink doesn’t have a professional store, there are several good websites that have specific instructions on how to measure your foot to determine what size skate you need.

Once your size has been determined, it is important to consider which brand of skates to buy. Each brand fits differently, and the most popular brand of figure skates may not be the best fit for your foot. Some brands have a narrower fit, like a women’s dress shoe, and some brands have a wider fit, like a tennis shoe. Some of the most common brands for beginning figure skaters are Risport, Riedell, and Jackson. If you have a foot that is very narrow, you may want to consider a risport. This brand has a very narrow fit. If you have a medium to wide foot then you may consider a Jackson as they have a wider fit.

Each brand of ice skates has several models to choose from and their price can range from $ 80 to $ 600 USD or more. When you’ve selected the brand that fits your foot, it’s time to find out which figure skates would be the best for you. The first question you should ask yourself would be: Are you going to skate only a few times a year or are you going to skate several times a week? If you only skate a few times a year, then a recreational skate would be a good option. If you skate several times a week, take classes or skate competitively, then the best model will be discerned based on your level of skating. Compare your skating level to different brands of figure skates with the help of your figure skating coach, as your weight and size can influence whether you buy a lightweight boot or an extremely stiff boot.

Ice skating can be a very fun sport, but if you don’t have the right kind of skates for your feet it can be very painful. Do some research and weigh your options before making your final decision. More importantly, ask questions! It is difficult to make the right decision if you do not have all the information available.