The Difference
Skate sharpening is our passion and we pride ourselves on the quality of our work. We guarantee our edges and assure every skate receives the same high level of care and thoroughness.
The Details
Not every player feels the ice the same way, and we don’t believe every player or figure skater should have their skates sharpened the same way, either. We encourage our customers to let us know how they want their edges to feel on the ice. Some skaters love the feeling of really keen edges digging into the ice, while others want a more seamless transition after getting their skate sharpened. We have the know-how, technique and machinery to give you the edges you want for a consistent, reliable feel on the ice.
All hockey sharpening - $10.00
3/8", 7/16", 1/2", 9/16", 5/8", 11/16", 3/4", 7/8" 1"
Frequently Asked Questions:
Question: How often should I get my skates sharpened?
Answer: To simplify this answer, we suggest most hockey players should have their skates sharpened after 6-8 hours of skating. That said, sharpening comes down to a matter of preference. Some skaters are very hard on their edges and need them sharpened more frequently. Unfortunately, blade damage can occur at any time and is often unavoidable. For example, stepping on debris while walking on the ice, skating on rough ice or hitting another blade can damage edges and cause your blades to need sharpening. Blade quality comes into play as well. High quality skate blades hold an edge for a longer period of time due to their hardness level and material quality. To prolong your edge life, we suggest using skate guards to protect your blades, diligently clean and dry your blades after skating and be as careful as possible while walking in change rooms and hallways to reduce the likelihood of stepping on something that could damage your edges.
Question: What are my skate sharpening options?
Answer: We offer several different hollow depths (1", 7/8", 11/16", 5/8", 9/16", 1/2", 7/16", 3/8") are the most common options. A deeper radius such as 7/16" will create a more pronounced concave groove into your blades, thus providing more grip. A shallower radius such as 11/16" will create a less pronounced concave groove into your blades, thus providing more glide. We're here to educate and inform. If you have any questions never hesitate to ask!
Blade Maintenance
Here are a few tips to prolong the life of your blades and your sharpening:
- Always use skate guards off the ice. Diligently using skate guards helps protect your edges from debris often found on hallway and change room floors.
- When transporting your skates, ensure your skate guards are securely put on.
- To prevent your blades from rushing follow these step-by-step instructions every time you use your skates:
- If possible, immediately after you step off the ice put your skate guards on to walk to the dressing room.
- Remove skate guards and whip blades diligently until clean and dry. Secure skate guards on once again before putting them in your skate bag.
- When you get home, remove your skate guards and whip the blades clean and dry one last time. Leave your skates guards off to let the blades air-dry. It is best to let your skates dry in room temperature and not in a hot or cold garage. Last, leave your skate blades pointing upward and not flat on any surface to ensure moisture doesn’t gather between the blades and flat surface.