Purchasing Hockey Skates

This guide is intended for reference before, during, and after acquiring skates for hockey or ice hockey.

Prior to purchasing hockey skates

Significant disparities exist in quality, fit, and sizing among various hockey brands.
Typically, there is a correlation between price and quality.

Utilise this table as a guideline for assessing quality and selecting size:

If you are still in a growth phase, consider purchasing skates that are ½-1 size larger to enable extended use.
However, buying them excessively large will result in inadequate support, compromising both stability and skating power.

During the purchase of hockey skates

Ensure you try the skates with the socks you intend to wear while skating.
Experiment with multiple skate models to evaluate their fit and quality.
Be mindful that certain high-end hockey skates are heat-mouldable and can be shaped to conform to your feet post-purchase. For these skates, a perfect fit is not immediately necessary as the heat moulding process will customise them to your feet.

1. Loosen the laces sufficiently so your foot can easily slide into the boot. Push your toes as far forward as possible. Skates are the right size when you can just fit a finger behind your heel.
2. Wear both skates. Lace them snugly but not overly tight. Walk around to assess how they feel. There should be no areas of painful pressure.
3. Ensure the heel is pushed fully back for accurate support. The heel should be immobile when properly positioned within the boot.
4. Confirm there is adequate room for the midfoot and toes with no painful pressure points.
5. Bend your knees; the skate should offer flexibility to maintain an appropriate stance for hockey.
6. Apply lateral pressure in the skate to verify it is sufficiently stiff, providing ample support for a comfortable and powerful skating experience.

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