Care of Figure Skates

Taking care of your figure skates is one of the most important things a skater can do. After every use, wipe down the blades and soles of your figure skates with a towel or chamois to prevent rust and mildew. Use absorbent soft blade covers or soakers to cover your blades in your skate bag. Wear hard guards when walking around the rink but never ever leave the hard guards on your blades while in your skate bag. This causes water to remain on the blade causing rust. Be careful never to walk on concrete without hard guards on your ice skates. Doing so can dull your blades and cause nicks and scratches which drastically shorten the life of your blades.

In order to keep your figure skates clean, there are a few different options available. Many skaters opt for boot covers which can be purchased in a range of colors. Other skaters, especially those on synchronized skating teams, cover their skates in Sk8Tape which is specially made not to damage skating boots’ leather finish. If done properly, you cannot tell that a pair of skates has been taped. You also can always polish your skates to cover up any marks. Lastly, absorbent boot bags can be used to protect your figure skates while in your skate bag.

Rainbo Sports carries figure skates for the serious ice skater as well as for beginner, intermediate, and recreational skaters. With over 2000 ice skates in stock, we are able to service all levels and sizes. Figure skaters have been coming to Rainbo Sports since 1956 for boots, blades, and skate sets. Skate sets from Riedell and Jackson Ultima are also available for the beginner and intermediate skater. We also carry a wide selection of Jackson Ultima, SP-Teri, Riedell, and Graf boots for the more advanced skater and competitive figure skater. Rainbo carries Mitchell & King (MK), John Wilson, and Ultima skating blades. Specialized ice dance and synchronized skating boots and blades are also available. Rainbo Sports can also arrange custom built boots. We offer fitting assistance in our shops and over the phone.