Choosing children's figure skates

One of the most interesting hobbies is riding figure skating. Skills such as the ability to keep balance, perform simple turns and possible rotation, can be obtained at any age. First you need to buy suitable skates, then stock up with perseverance. And the most important condition is a strong desire to learn to ride gracefully.

Skates, like any other sports equipment, must comply with the requirements. They affect the form, the material from which this sports equipment is made, the production method.

The skate consists of a shoe and a blade. The main feature of these blades - the front teeth. Due to their presence, you can go on socks and jump, which makes driving a more versatile and exciting activity.

Boots may vary in several characteristics.

• The material from which made the upper part of the shoes. Most often, the skin is chosen because it keeps the temperature well and can take the form of the foot.
• Lining. It acts as a layer, which is located between the foot and shoe, helps to ride skates comfortably. In less expensive models, it also acts as a compactor. In more professional models involved in smoothing irregularities and creating comfort during movement.

The secondary function is performed by the substance from which the sole and heel are made. They can be made of leather and plastic. A sole made of leather reduces vibration and less plastic from plastic.

The criterion, which is considered very important, is the rigidity of the shoe, since it is this property that plays a big role in the preservation of the foot. For novice athletes stiffness does not matter, but for experienced professionals it is necessary, because they make a lot of difficult jumps and spins.

An important detail in the correct choice of skates is the blade. A distinctive feature is not only the presence of teeth, but also the thickness and length of the blade itself, which affects the stability during rolling. He has two fins that are inside and outside. Between them there is a recess, which is often called the "groove", which provides the slip.

In contrast to the wheels, which are involved in roller-skating, the figure-skate blades are in contact with the ice, firmly mating, which of course is possible only with good grinding. Just because of this, figure skating turns and whirls and jumps so easily.

Also, the characteristic is allowed by several more signs:

• the quality of the metal from which the blade is made;
• length, shape and number of teeth;
• blade length;
• the size.

Given these signs, you can choose the most comfortable and practical pair of skates. The most important and leading feature is the quality of the alloy. This greatly affects the price at which skates are sold on the market.If the blade is not made of the best steel, it will not slide well and keep the sharpening. If it is made of a better material, then it will rub off the edges more slowly and the blade will slide well.

Blade curvature is considered an important factor at the time of sliding. If you pay attention, you can see that the blade is not smooth, but has a slightly curved shape. You can also put the blade on a smooth plane and see that the degree of contact depends on how and in what direction the boot is tilted. The depth of the "grooves" can be changed when the sharpening process. The deeper it is, the more stable the skates are, but, unfortunately, this has a negative effect on slowing down and smoothness of movement.

The most important thing is to thoroughly follow the blade sharpening and correct the flaws in time.

The shoes themselves, as well as the blades, are divided into sizes that are most often measured in inches. You must ensure that the blade fits the size of the boot.

Most often in the market there are the following representatives:

• John Wilson and MK from England;
• Jackson Ultima Skates from Canada;
• Graf Blades from Switzerland.

Blades used for reusable riding and most often intended for rental cannot be adjusted in any way because they are firmly attached to the sole. But on skates for experienced skaters, the blades are attached to the screws so that they can be further adjusted to fit the size.

By their appearance, they resemble warm boots, in which it is easy and convenient to ride on the ice. They use a soft lining, which retains heat and does not freeze. For figure skating such skates are often not suitable, but for a winter walk it will fit perfectly.

Such skates can be recommended to those who have just begun to comprehend figure skating, since these models are not very expensive and quite soft.

Samples of such skates can be divided into two categories.

• Bulk, that is, the installed blades are inexpensive and not made of durable alloy.

• Figured view. Such sports equipment is distinguished by the fact that it has the most durable boot and high-quality blades. Most often they are taken by those children who have already learned the basics of skating and have moved on to more complex elements. Their cost is somewhat more expensive.

This type of skates is also suitable for adults, since their stiffness is average and it is possible to perform jumps.

The next level is masterful. Skates, made and released for this level, are created for athletes and people who can not only properly use, but also take care of such property. The boots are already quite stiff and the blades are made from the best quality material, they keep the sharpening for a long time. The skates themselves often do not wear out for quite a long time, unlike boots. Therefore, they, as a rule, provide for the possibility of replacement. However, much depends on the intensity of training. The fact that the price for such sports equipment starts from $ 800 is distressing.

Even in spite of the fact that the choice on the market is huge, it is necessary to take into account the requirement to keep the foot in the shoe evenly so that no injuries occur. It is very important when selecting skates with already set blades to focus on how they are installed. It is necessary that the edge of the boot coincides with the end of the blade.

It is not recommended to take skates for girls and boys several sizes larger, since they can still be spread and manage them will be impossible.

Shooting up boot occurs in the following sequence.

• Starts from the toe and moves up. A cord drawn through the first holes does not need to be tightened.
• The higher the lacing rises, the more you need to tighten it. Toward the middle, you need to exert maximum effort, because it is this zone that is responsible for the balance of the foot in the shoe. If it is not firmly fixed, then injuries such as leg tightening can occur, which can also cause a fall.
• There is a turn of hooks. They simplify the lacing and are the easiest zone. Weakly do not need to tighten, but if you pass, it may begin difficulties with blood supply in the leg. In extreme cases, the upper part of the lacing can be loosened while riding.

After the end of the lacing, you must fasten the ends of the laces. This is quite simple, you just need to wrap them around your legs and tighten them very tightly. After a certain time, it may be a month of constant use, shoes should be laced, as they could be crushed. If this is not done, it will be difficult to control the ride and this can lead to unwanted injuries.

After you have finished skating, it is advisable to take a dry rag and walk it along the blade so that there are no wet marks left. After that, put on a soft case and remove inventory. It is very important to protect the blades from rust, as this will lead to the need for full replacement. Therefore, you need to store them in a dry place.

It is not recommended to dry the skates near the battery or directly on it, subjecting to a sharp temperature drop. This can lead to unpleasant external defects. If you follow all the recommendations, the purchase of the first skates will not be difficult, but on the contrary will bring a lot of positive emotions. If the inventory is selected correctly, then in a week the result will be noticeable. You will be able to skate and improve in this sport without any help.

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