Best skates 2022

Ice skating is a popular sport as well as entertainment in countries where the cold climate prevails. The main surface on which they move on skates is ice. Although there are closed year-round skating rinks with a special field for them. In the winter season, the advantage goes to open skating rinks, as well as the frozen water surface. There are many types of skates: figure skating skates, hockey skates, short track skates, recreational skates, speed skating skates, touring skates, etc. Each type is maximally adapted to perform certain tasks, has the appropriate functional and design characteristics. To sort through the wide variety of choices on offer, we have selected the top 10 best skates of 2022.

Top 10 rating according to KP

Editor’s Choice

1. Bauer Nexus N2700 S18 (from 12,8 thousand rubles)

Bauer Nexus N2700 S18 men’s ice hockey skates with reinforced toe and tongue for better foot protection. The boot conforms to the shape of the foot when exposed to heat for increased comfort while skiing. Skates are fixed on the leg with laces. The liner is made of microfiber, has water-repellent properties. The insole and liners take into account the anatomy of the foot, better transmit the energy of movements. Skates are perfect for amateurs who have sufficient experience in skating. A great model for playing hockey, and just go on a skating rink. Tuuk stainless steel blade. Judging by the reviews, the boots are comfortable for people with wide feet, due to the large size range.

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2. SK Princess Lux 100% Leather (from 4390 rubles)

SK Princess Lux 100% Leather women’s figure skates. An excellent model for honing the skill of ice skating, as well as mastering more complex elements. The boot is very high, has a high stiffness index and well supports the ankle, which minimizes the risk of injury. The material of the boot is genuine leather. This model is best suited for an indoor skating rink. In general, the design is classic and at the same time very pleasant, feminine. The skates are fixed on the leg by means of classic lacing with hooks. The tongue and insole follow the anatomical shape of the foot, saving strength and providing more comfort while riding. The heel, outwardly, adds elegance to the leg, which is a plus for the female model.

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3. ICE BLADE Skyline (from 2095 rubles)

ICE BLADE Skyline – walking children’s skates, with a sliding boot. In fact, an adult with a small foot is also quite suitable. The boot is very similar to a roller skate. The fixation of the leg is carried out, as with the rollers, with the help of laces and a clip. The sliding boot is convenient because you can change the size according to the growth of the child, rather than buying new skates every season. The blade is made of high-quality high-carbon steel with a protective coating. The inner lining is made of synthetic fabric. Appearance is stylish and bright. A plus is the presence of a factory sharpened blade.

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What other skates are worth paying attention to?

4. Novus AFSK-20 (from 1192 rubles)

Novus AFSK-20 women’s ice skate model for figure skating. It has a large size range, which allows it to be used by both adults and children. The boot itself is made of artificial leather, according to the manufacturer’s recommendations, comfortable skiing at temperatures up to -20 °. The interior is lined with velvet. The material for the blade was stainless steel. Cute design, made especially for girls. The leg is secured with laces without sacrificing riding comfort.

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5. ATEMI AKSK-17.05 Ice Baby Boy (from 1914 rubles)

ATEMI AKSK-17.05 Ice Baby Boy walking children’s ice skates for boys. However, this is easy to understand based on the name of the model. Another skate with a sliding boot function. These skates are good for teaching a child to skate on ice and are equipped with two runners for greater stability. This solution makes the first steps easier for the inexperienced beginner. Of course, the safety factor will also be higher. The blades are made of stainless steel, are resistant to corrosion and do not require frequent sharpening. The inner part is a combination of synthetic materials and corduroy, designed for skiing at -25°.

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6. Larsen Karmen (from 1920 rubles)

The Larsen Karmen is a variant of women’s recreational skates with a striking design. These skates look very nice and stylish. For a female model, this is a plus. It is worth noting that the material of the blade is high-carbon steel, which has excellent wear resistance and is the least picky. The boot is fixed on the leg using lacing and hooks. The boot itself is made of vinyl, and faux fur is used as a trim on the inside. To keep more heat, you can raise the lapels. The recommended temperature is up to -20°.

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7. GRAF Super 111 (from 4537 rubles)

GRAF Super 111 is a brutal model of men’s hockey skates. A large size grid will satisfy the needs of children, teenagers and adults. The skates are great for playing hockey at the amateur level, as well as for simple ice skating. Judging by the words of users, they have good frost resistance, which makes them very appropriate for open ice. Since the skates are hockey, they have special inserts to enhance the protection indicator. The blades are made of high carbon steel with excellent strength and durability characteristics. The tongue is made of felt, the interior finish has a combined nature. The foot feels comfortable while riding and maneuvering. It also has ankle support.

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8. Roces RFG2 (from 2579 rubles)

Roces RFG2 is a type of adult women’s recreational skate. A definite plus is the presence of factory sharpening, which is not always the case. Yes, some professionals prefer to sharpen themselves, but we are talking about the mass user. The material of the boot is artificial leather, the inner lining is made of synthetics. This allowed to reduce the cost of this model. The blade is made of stainless steel. In general, the boot is quite comfortable: anatomical liners, ankle support. It is fixed on the leg with the help of lacing, everything is pretty standard here.

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9. CCM Super Tacks AS1 (from 9 rubles)

CCM Super Tacks AS1 are men’s ice hockey skates that are more suitable for the professional. The boot is very hard, not the best option for a beginner. Numerous inserts and reinforcements for high-quality leg protection. But, this is a characteristic feature of all hockey skates. Many elements to give comfort to the foot: anatomical sole, anatomical insole, anatomical boot, anatomical tongue, ankle inserts, ankle support. The blade is made of stainless steel, highly resistant to corrosion and durable. Fixation on the leg with lacing.

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10. Action PW-232 (from 1249 rubles)

Action PW-232 figure skates for women. A good model for a beginner, the boot is soft and comfortable, just right for skating with confidence. The boot is fixed on the leg using classic lacing. The material of the blade is stainless steel, which is strong enough and resistant to aggressive external conditions in the form of ice, frost and water. The boot itself is made of artificial leather, and the inner component is trimmed with synthetics. This made it possible to produce skates at a budget price. The appearance is quite nice, they look good on the female leg.

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How to choose skates

We have provided a list of the top ten skates of 2022. In addition to the rating, we offer an opinionparent-consultant of the sporting goods store Artem Samsonov, in order to better understand the choice of a specific model of skates that can meet your requirements.

There are several types of ice skates. There is no doubt that each model has special features that are worth considering. In addition, there are general recommendations that are valid for all skates. It is worth considering the most common types of skates suitable for the average user.

Figure skates

Skates for figure skating have two features – a boot and a blade. The boot is high, securely fixes the foot, while giving a good indicator of mobility. As for the blade, it has a straight section for quick acceleration and easy gliding on the ice, as well as maintaining balance when making a jump. The front of the blade has teeth that will not interfere with normal skating, without performing complex elements. Also, keep in mind that the blade is wider and lower compared to hockey skates. This gives more comfort, feeling like you are at home in comfortable slippers. If you are a supporter of an indoor skating rink, then skates without insulation are quite suitable. A different logic, when riding outdoors. Also consider the stiffness of the boot. The greater the rigidity, the better the protection during the jump. Beginners should not take very hard boots. Undoubtedly the best material for a blade would be high carbon steel. It gives less weight and more reliability.

Walking skates

The appearance of such skates is very similar to roller skates, except for the presence of a blade instead of wheels. This is not surprising, since the same companies produce. The fitting is carried out in the same socks in which you are going to ride. The liner (inner boot) is usually insulated to keep you outdoors longer. Classic lacing can be used, or buckle, like rollers, as well as Velcro. Also, some firms involved in the production of hockey skates produce pleasure skates. Therefore, be careful – outwardly they are very similar to hockey, but softer, which is why they are not suitable for playing hockey. The blade of recreational skates differs from curly skates in greater straightness and radius of curvature. Skates have better stability, but worse maneuverability. It is necessary that the boot tightly fixes the foot. For mass skating, this is the best option.

Hockey skates

These skates are distinguished by good boot stiffness, higher than that of pleasure skates and simply excellent handling. They are maximally adapted for the game, in which it is necessary to make a large number of turns and special feints. The blade is also designed to provide the highest levels of agility: a small straight section of the blade, technical skating is more of a run than a slide. It is worth considering that different manufacturers have their own size range. Depending on the class of hockey skates, they differ in the presence of protective elements, from being hit by a puck or stick. We put on socks in which skating will be carried out, we measure skates on them. We lace up without much enthusiasm. It is worth sitting for a while, then walking around. If you feel comfortable, do not press anywhere, then skates are right for you.

Children’s ice skates

Now many manufacturers have begun to make the boot on children’s skates sliding, by analogy with children’s roller skates. It is possible to adjust the size of the boot with the growth of the child. What is also positive is that if the kid knows how to roller skate, it will be very easy for him to master skating in such skates.

General rules

There is no doubt that all ice skates love to be treated with respect. The most vulnerable element is the blade. It dulls, it rusts. That’s why you should always keep it dry. As soon as you get home, remove the snow and wipe it with a dry cloth. Also be sure to use a cover, it is better to take it off just before riding. In addition to caring for the blade, it is also worth drying the boot, but in no case should you do this on a battery. Leave them in a place with excellent ventilation. You should not sharpen yourself, it is better to give the skates to specialized workshops.