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Sizing Roller Hockey Skates
Breaking In Your Roller Hockey Skates
Care of Roller Hockey Skates
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Common Misconceptions
Before
you buy your new skates, there are a few things that you should be
aware of. First, never wrap your laces around your ankle to tie them.
This prevents the forward flex of the foot and ankle and will impair
your speed and ability to turn. Correct lacing is to keep the toe
laces looser, while tightening down on the top three eyelets at the
ankle for maximum support. Never skip any of the ankle eyelets, because
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ankles need maximum support. An improperly laced skated can make
skating more painful and even cause blisters.
The
second myth you may have heard is that people with "weak ankles"
will never be able to skate. These skaters may find that their feet
flop from side to side and in worst cases find themselves skating
on their insteps. Most often this disability can be remedied by
properly fitted skates bought from a specialized retailer, like
us. Department store skates will not offer the support or comfort
of a quality skate, and will usually sacrifice performance and delay
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| Sizing
Roller Hockey Skates
Most
of the roller hockey skates we offer here at Online Skate House
run 1 to 1-1/2 sizes smaller than standard U.S. shoe size. If you
have a wide foot, we recommend going only 1 size smaller, where
a standard foot should move 1-1/2 sizes down. This is true for all
but Mission Skates, which are made to match your standard U.S. shoe
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Fitting
Your Skates
- Remove your shoes and put on a pair of thin sport
socks. It is not suggested to wear skates bare foot as this promotes
bacteria and corrosion of the materials.
- Put the skate on your foot and kick back in order
to lock the heel into the back of the skate. Lace the skate firmly
with the most lace pressure at the top 4 eyelets. Always try on
both skates laced to the top as you would when playing.
- Walk
around to feel if there is any painful pressure point or heel
slippage. Adjust the size accordingly with the ultimate fit coming
with the toes feathering the toe cap in an upright position and
a consistent pressure surrounding the foot.
Breaking
In Your Roller Hockey Skates
- Do
not wear thick socks (wool or other) as a longer, wider skate
will be needed and the proper fit will not be achieved. A white
cotton sock is ideal.
- If
necessary, have pressure points, especially around the ankle area,
'punched out'. Your skate dealer or local orthopedic shop could
help you with this.
- The
best way to break-in a pair of skates is to skate in them. We
do not recommend using other methods (e.g. heating the skate)
to expedite the process.
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Care
and Maintenance of Roller Hockey Skates
- DO
NOT leave boots in skate bag when not in use. Leave boots in open
to air and completely dry; loosen laces and open boot 'throat'
to better allow air flow
- Rotate
your wheels to promote even wear. A good rule of thumb is every
40-60 miles. When rotating the wheels from front to back, turn
them so the inside edge (which receives most wear), faces out.
This assures an even wear on both sides.
- Bearings
need to be serviced when needed. Build up of contaminates and
dirt will effect your mobility. Serviceable bearings have a removable
out ring and can be degreased and relubricated. Non-serviceable
bearings should be wiped clean with a dry cloth. NEVER lubricate
the outside of the bearing, because this only attracts dirt and
other contaminates.
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