I have Risport RF4, bought last June. When I bought them, they were one month old and I had to break them in. The ONLY skatefitter in my country said that I can wear the size, Mondopt 250, [250mm] He said that it allows growth despite my insisting that I am not growing anymore.
I'm 16, 43 kg. I've been experiencing some foot slippage and read the Mr. Edge's column in USFSA online magazine and realised my boots may be larger. I measure my feet and realised they are about 22.6 cm only. Also, my ball measures 8", and my feet would measure 8 7/8". Narrow. How to measure heel?
No longer trust the skate fitter even though he does a better job at sharpenings than the rink counter does. Need new boots since it is really hurting my feet. I had asked a question on arch pain last year and it persists. I think it's the boots. No Riedells. What model is most reliable? Which blade? I'm looking at eBay..
Currently: toe, 1foot
Not only me. My friend too. 22.1cm feet were fitted with 26.0 cm skates.
Change of Boots %26amp; Blades?
It is possible that your boots may be too large. Your skates should fit you without slippage . . . your heel should fit all the way to the back with room in front just enough to barely wiggle your toes. They should be snug without "room for growth". I am wondering if part of the arch pain is due to your foot trying to "grip" in the extra room in your boot.
My first skates were fitted by a skate shop owner (for inline/skateboard - shows you how much I knew back then). It wasn't until I was doing jumps and spins that I found out these skates were actually almost 2 sizes too big (no wonder I was having some trouble). I had tons of slippage in the heel as my foot slid towards the front - which caused a lot of heel blistering. There was also a "suction" type feeling/sound as I jumped, so that was a sign of bad slippage. Also since my foot slid to the front, it caused the joints to be squeezed in the tight area of the boot and I ended up with a bunion next to both pinkie toes (which I "fondly" called my 6th toe).
Reading your answers, you already seem knowlegable about the top brands out there. Different brands fit certain feet types - some wider or narrower. Those brands are all "reliable" (of quality) as long as it FITS you well and that it supports the level you skate in. I was wondering why no Riedells? I have SP Teri's and they have suited me well - but that boot isn't the best for everyone. I am "Asian" too and was told that "we" tend to get wider feet as we get older . . . so SP Teri's were recommended for me - and they did fit my foot well. MK Pro or Coronation Ace - those blades are kind of on the same level - good all 'round freestyle blade depending on your level - what blades do you currently have?
Here is a very general chart as to how different brands fit certain types of feet.
http://www.ice-sk8.com/howto.htm
Have you see this Chow Ying's blog? Figure Skating in Singapore - As A Figure Skater and As A Coach
http://chowskates.blogspot.com/2007_09_0...
Under 9/1/06 Learning to skate, there is a "contact me" link (not sure if it's current). But she does coach at Fuji Palace and she can be found there. She's got great insight on skating in general as she still skates, but she also has current Singapore skating info. She has some blog entries regarding skate issues there. Maybe she can point you to a better direction as to skate fitting and purchasing in Singapore (she seems to welcome email)? Skates can fit by the numbers, but comfort should also be a factor for a boot choice.
Best of luck!
***EDITED: Seeing your additional details, I wanted to add some stuff :) Pick slipping, I totally forgot about that. If you bought the RF4's with a blade already attached, you will need to upgrade the blade for sure (the toe picks are now too small for your toe jumps). Plus a blade upgrade will greatly improve your spins. I switched to the SP Teri / MK Pro when I hit flips (I should have done it a bit earlier) - I probably would have had lesser headaches with toe jumps and spins!
That being said, an upgrade in blade means an upgrade in boots. You should (must) get all leather heel/soled boots for a higher blade - the blades have to be screwed in and you may need adjustments (which can't be done with plastic bottoms). They will be more expensive, but you will need the support of a stiffer boot (and soles) soon. I know the resources are limited out there, so let's see what Chow Ying suggests - ask her about getting used skates too to help keep the costs down.
Oh - Riedells are actually good skates too - again, it's a matter of what fits you best. There are some successful Riedell skaters "here", so I hope they'll answer too!
Sidenote: Thanks, Christinae Leo. Your articulate answers are appreciated here as well - wink!
Reply:It certainly sounds like your boots are too large. Since your skate fitter doesn't seem to be very good at fitting the skates here are a few tips in finding some skates that fit properly- they should not have extra room or "growing room", your heel should fit snugly in the back with your toes touching the end of the skate. I think that Riedell's aren't necessarily more expensive than any other decent skate out there. Harlick skates typically fit well for skaters with narrow feet. I think that trying on different brands and sizes of skates and feeling for which ones seem to fit you the best would be the best thing for you to try since you only have one skate fitter in your country. A boot with a wooden bottom, and a decent support and leather top would be a good boot for you. Here is a website with tips which level boots are good for which skate you need http://www.usfigureskating.org/content/b... I would suggest an MK professional or some other type of freestyle blade, that should help you with your jumps so you will not slip anymore. Good luck!
Reply:I would suggest Jacksons I'm not really a iceskate guru but those are the ones i have and they work great! they are really cheap considering the amazing quality!
Reply:im sorry i cant help you there but im sure someone on this site knows.
Jenn xox
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