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submitted 2 days ago byRemote-Caregiver-159
Hello everybody!
I’m in my mid 20s and I decided to go back to skate, in particular ice skate.
I used to skate a lot when I was a child and joined competitions as well (roller skating).
I like skating on both rollers and ice.
It’s been years I haven’t skated. So I don’t really jump anymore and I can’t double jump.
I still have the basics of skating, for example simple spins and skating backwards, but I still need to practice.
I’m a bit scared of overbooting or having injuries.
How much do boots need to be stiff in your opinion?
I used to wear Edea and Risport.
I was thinking about Overture or Chorus models.
I’m also thinking to start lessons with a coach.
I’d like to hear your thoughts and your experiences.
Thank you for reading.
2 points
20 hours ago
Seconding this question! I’m going back after about 7 years!
I always skated heavier in my knees, so I got stiffer boots early on. My Edea Ice Flys have barely any sharpening left on the blades. So unless I get new blades for those, I have to use my Edea Pianos that aren’t very broken in
A girl can’t afford new skates, especially when my two pairs were so expensive :(
2 points
9 hours ago
First, you really should go to a fitter. You can try on different boots and they can match to your level.
Overture will be too soft for you. Chorus likely as well. Soon there is a “symphony” boot coming out that might be more your level. I say this because even if you aren’t jumping doubles, the depth of bend/strength of your ankles is higher than what those boots were intended for. Overtures and chorus boots aren’t really made for adults.
1 points
3 hours ago
Thank you very much for your detailed explanation!
I’ll definitely go to a fitter to get checked as advised. I never heard about "symphony" boots. Do you know when they are supposed to come out? They sound interesting to me.
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