I am buying ice skates, can you help?

Question

I am buying my 6 year old a pair of ice skates, she has been using rentals and is a beginner. I would like to stay in the 50.00 range because I know she will outgrow them quickly. If/when she gets better we will invest in more expensive skates. There are a few I am looking at, can you please give me your opinion of them and give me any pointers you may have? I will talk to her instructor today as well.

1. http://www.skate-buys.com/ri112whrigif.html

2. http://www.skate-buys.com/amro514gilel.html

3. http://www.skate-buys.com/amatgisofisk.html

4. http://www.skate-buys.com/ri810lasoboi.html

5. http://www.skate-buys.com/ri10yerigifi.html

6. http://www.skate-buys.com/ri625sosechr.html

(I think this last one she would like best, but its about what is best for her)

Thanks!

Answer 1

If she is only 6, she should be OK in the soft series skates but some coaches steer their skaters away from them in favor of a traditional white leather skate.  

A good skate fitter will be able to give your daughter growing room so she will be able to use them for about a year.  Please contact the company you would buy them from and ask for fitting assistance.  They will help you choose the right skate for her.  

I would recommend Riedell over the other skates.  She needs a certain amount of ankle support.  If she has skates that do not have a good blade or are not made of quality materials, her progress will be slowed.

Answer 2

The Jacksons were a really good choice, it was actually going to be my suggestion right after I said no hard or plastic case skates!

I love jacksons and that is all I have ever really used, theya re comfortable, have good support and a good fitted skate with good blades do wonders for your skating.

I hope she continues to enjoy skating and does really well in  her lessons

Answer 3

i would buy the 1st one.  it is perfect for a begginer

Answer 4

Well you made your pick!

BUT I'm glad you got Jacksons! I've been using Jackson's for years upon years!

They are an amazing skate!

Answer 5

I'm also a beginner in figure skating and I have pair of riedell yellow ribbon skates.  They are a lot better than the rental skates and are pretty comfortable.  Also riedells can be heat molded if needed, and that will make breaking them in less painful (I broke mine in the old fashion way though since there was no major discomfort).  If you are going to buy the skates online make sure you have the right size, for riedells its about one size down from your normal shoe size.  You can also ask to try on skates at a pro shop and then just say you will think about it, and then order them online.  As for the other skates stay away from skates with straps since you really need the laces in order to get the proper ankle support and fit.