Figure Skating Wear

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Figure skates are a type of ice skate used by skaters. The pads consist of a boot and a blade that is attached with screws to the sole of the shoe. Economic games for recreational skaters are available, but most boots and blades figure skaters purchase separately and have blades mounted by a professional technician skate.

<A rel = "nofollow" onclick = "javascript: pageTracker._trackPageview ('/ outgoing / article_exit_link');" href = " http://www.himfr.com/buy-wire_ribbon/ "thread> <ruban / a> figure skating boots are traditionally made by hand from several layers of leather. The design of figure skating has changed significantly during the 20th century. old photos of skaters like Sonja Henie from the 1920s and 1930s show wear thin, supple boots reaching to mid-calf. modern skating boots, on the other hand, are extremely rigid to support the foot and ankle in jumps, and are cut much lower - just over ankle height - to allow the foot to flex. Because the stiffness of the boot is good fit essential, many skaters either order custom boots or have their boots "up against" over pressure points by a skate technician.

In recent years, boots made of synthetic materials with heat moldable liners have become popular with many skaters because they combine strength with lighter weight than leather boots, and are easier to "break". The latest development in technology startup is a shoe that is hinged at the ankle to provide lateral support while allowing greater flexibility. Boots used in ice dancing are generally slightly lower in the back to allow for more turning of the ankle. Some boots are also equipped with a flexible and elastic back.

The typical colors for boots are black for men and white or beige for women, although other colors are available.

Close-up of a figure skating blade, showing peaks toe, hollow grind on the lower surface of the blade, and screw attachment to the shoe.

Figure skates differ most visible from hockey skates to have a series of large jagged teeth called picks up (also known as rakes toe) on the front of the blade. The toe picks are used primarily in jumping and footwork, and should not be used for stroking or spins. quilted designs have become very elaborate and sometimes include teeth on the sides of the blade.

The skate blades are generally made of hardened steel, coated with a high-quality chrome. light alloy blades are increasingly popular with high-level skaters. The blades are about 3 / 16 inch (4 mm) thick and can be somewhat tapered.

From the side, the blade of a figure skate is not flat but slightly curved, forming an arc with a radius of 180-220 cm. The "sweet spot" of the blade is below the sole of the foot. [1] This point is usually located near the pole of the blade, and is part of the blade, where all the spins are spun.

The blade is hollow ground, a groove on the bottom of the blade creates two distinct edges, inside and outside. The inside edge of the blade is closest to the side for the skater and the outer edge of the blade farthest from the side of the skater. In figure skating, it is always advisable to skate on one side of the blade, never both at the same time (which is considered a flat). The seemingly effortless power and glide through.