Sharpening Ice Skates

As you use your ice skates, the blade becomes worn and dull, so it is advisable to sharpen them on a regular basis.

Ice Hockey Skates

Contemporary ice hockey skates have a radius grind, ensuring the contact area with the ice remains consistent at varying angles during central blade skating. This results in maintaining 1.25-1.75" of the blade in contact with the ice at all times.

The more sharply you have your blade sharpened, the better grip you achieve, which enhances your ability to stop and make tighter turns. However, greater sharpness demands more skill to manage stops or turns. Opting for a moderately sharp blade provides a sliding effect during braking or turning, making the stop less abrupt and therefore easier to control.

Figure Skate

The blade of a figure skate is longer, straighter, and constructed from higher-grade steel compared to ice hockey blades, which means they require less frequent sharpening. Nonetheless, the blade's sharpness and the precision of the hollow grind are crucial for optimal speed and manoeuvrability.

Grinding

Many ice-skating venues, particularly those offering skate hire, along with skate shops, can sharpen your skates for 4-8 USD. Given the cost and the potential risk of damaging the blade, doing it yourself may not be advisable. However, you can utilise our grinding service at SkatePro.