Before You Buy Figure Skates

Which model of figure skates should I get?

An ideal boot is one that is both comfortable and supportive for a skater's level, age, and frequency of skating.

For beginners to the sport of figure skating, we recommend a boot and blade combo, such as the Jackson Mystique. The Mystique model is ideal for learning basic forwards and backwards stroking, one-foot glides, swizzles, stops and basic turns. 

As boots become more advanced, they become stiffer to support more pressure from jumps, weight, and wear over a longer period of time. 

Skaters who want to dive right into the sport of figure skating with a boot that will support basic jumps and spins, not just forwards and backwards stroking, would be better off choosing a more supportive model with a better-quality blade such as the Jackson Elle or Freestyle.

Which size should i get?

At iSkate, we specialize in providing the best fit for all shapes of feet. The sizing of skates is rarely the same as your regular shoe size, so the best way ensure that you get a correctly fitting boot is to visit us in person.

Remote Fitting

If an in person fitting is not possible, send us your measurments at iskate@icesports.com.au for remote fitting and skate advice.

Please measure in cm:

• The distance from your heel to your largest toe
• The widest part across the ball of your foot on both feet
  

Please also:

• Send a tracing of each foot made while standing on a piece of paper.