What is your favorite brand of figure skates? en>fr fr>en By ballerina84  Comments: 1506, member since Sat Jun 26, 2004On Sun Dec 26, 2004 08:23 PM
I've used Reidell skates my whole life and they work the best with my feet. The only other brand I tried was SP Teri and just didn't like them very much. I've always wanted to try Grafs too. 14 Replies to What is your favorite brand of figure skates? |
re: What is your favorite brand of figure skates? en>fr fr>en By ballerinababe17 Comments: 114, member since Fri Sep 03, 2004On Sun Dec 26, 2004 08:50 PM
I started out in Reidells and switched to Grafs once I was getting into triple jumps. I haven't had any problems with either brand. |
re: What is your favorite brand of figure skates? en>fr fr>en By Cbladezstd1313 Comments: 232, member since Fri Feb 11, 2005On Fri Feb 11, 2005 08:39 PM
I went from ccm (which are horrible) to Ridels to Jacksons |
re: What is your favorite brand of figure skates? en>fr fr>en By allaroundancer23 Comments: 5, member since Sun Feb 13, 2005On Sun Apr 10, 2005 04:20 PM
I love my Jacksons. Talk about practically skating in a slipper. |
re: What is your favorite brand of figure skates? en>fr fr>en By SunshinePointe   Comments: 2096, member since Sat Oct 19, 2002On Sun Apr 10, 2005 06:20 PM
I started out in Riedells and they completely destroyed my feet (also due to improper fitting) and I recently tried out Jacksons so I ordered the Elite Supremes - they're coming in on Wed. and I'm SO excited. I also got MK Professional parabolics. Now if only I don't break my neck during the adjustment period! |
re: What is your favorite brand of figure skates? en>fr fr>en By skatendance Comments: 413, member since Sat Aug 21, 2004On Sat Apr 16, 2005 09:14 PM
I'm a fan of the Riedells for performance and for fitting like a glove, but not for breaking them in- it was awful.
Now I wear Harlicks -they can be a bit heavy and stiff, but I really can feel my balance in them which is why I enjoy them.
Grafs aren't as great as they sound though some people do enjoy them- I find them clunky and not good for jumping- they do not fit the foot like a glove even with the heat warming. Also when they get scratched, they get gouged! They just don't feel like a figure skate to me I guess.
Blades- definitely John Wilson Gold Seals |
re: What is your favorite brand of figure skates? en>fr fr>en By Sk8nDance Comments: 85, member since Sat Aug 28, 2004On Wed Apr 20, 2005 08:23 AM
Reisports by far are my favorites with John Wilson Gold seal blades. Reisports are not for everyone though, becuae of their EXTREMLY high heal, many skaters dont like them, but I could never use anything else !! |
re: What is your favorite brand of figure skates? en>fr fr>en By katreeann  Comments: 817, member since Wed Jul 14, 2004On Sun Apr 24, 2005 03:05 PM
I like Jacksons, and Gams, but right now I like the jacksons... getting new skates though soon:) |
re: What is your favorite brand of figure skates? en>fr fr>en By Jump  Comments: 815, member since Mon May 02, 2005On Tue May 10, 2005 06:11 PM
I've used two GAMs, and they have served me well. but what i would do to get my feet into Reidells!!! i tried them out and they are gorgeous. just setting my goals to get my doubles before i get a new set of skates.
my blades are phantom specials.. the shopkeeper at my rink laughed at them and said they were only for 'boys'.  hmph! well, his comment certainly added to my determination to jump higher, land better and skate more gracefully! |
re: What is your favorite brand of figure skates? en>fr fr>en By cheerdancebabe Comments: 106, member since Sun May 22, 2005On Sun May 22, 2005 10:53 AM
I've had Jacksons all my life, and i LOVE them! |
re: What is your favorite brand of figure skates? en>fr fr>en By Smileysal Comments: 290, member since Thu Jun 24, 2004On Sat Jun 25, 2005 01:13 PM
Hiya,
My skates are New England (I've had them for 19 years so I dont know whether they are still made or have changed the name). Im only a recreational skater, (my daughter has lessons so sometimes teaches me - if she's in the mood!!). But they fit like a glove and are so comfy. Im dreading if they fall apart and I have to buy new one's.
Loads of love n hugs,
 Sal XXXX
PS. Does anyone know if New England still make skates??? Please help> XX |
re: What is your favorite brand of figure skates? en>fr fr>en By hiphopballerina2 Comments: 113, member since Sun Dec 12, 2004On Fri Jul 01, 2005 02:28 AM
i started out with ridels when i was like 6 and then had SP Terri super delux for awhile and then harlicks which were horrible and really ruined my feet also were fitted wrong. and now i have Klingbeil's which i LOVE. they are the best skates i've ever had. they break in really easy and mold to your foot. and i have glod star blades they're great for tripples. |
re: What is your favorite brand of figure skates? en>fr fr>en By PointOfNoReturn   Comments: 580, member since Thu Mar 18, 2004On Thu Jul 07, 2005 03:08 PM
I always had Ridells but I always wanted to try graf's but I never got a chance. |
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re: What is your favorite brand of figure skates? en>fr fr>en By pointeskater Comments: 33, member since Fri Jul 08, 2005On Sat Aug 13, 2005 10:50 AM
my boots are harlick competitor plus but i might try an sp teri next time. i have phantoms and will never change! |
re: What is your favorite brand of figure skates? en>fr fr>en By BallerineGlacee  Comments: 243, member since Thu Jul 28, 2005On Fri Sep 23, 2005 06:30 PM
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