Figure skates...?

Question

Hi i am a begginer figure skater and i live out of the US. I need to buy online my first pair of figure skates but i want figure skates that also can be used on intermmediate level, i was thinking to buy Jackson Mystique Women's Figure Ice Skates , heres are the skates: http://www.amazon.com/Jackson-Mystique-Womens-Figure-Skates/dp/B000TXQZAW/ref=pd_bbs_3?ie=UTF8&s=sporting-goods&qid=1202688262&sr=8-3.

But i really dont know. Can you please recommend me some model of skates that are kinda cheap but OK for beggining and intermmediate level? I want to have them for at least a year or two. Thanks=).

Answer 1

Jackson, Riedell, Ultima,

the jackson ones you found are good,

make sure its a steel blade.

not aluminum or anything.

and make sure the boot is made of leather,

not pleather or plastic.

Answer 2

I would suggest not buying skates online because of sizing issues. Most skates only last a year or a year and a half at most. I would suggest a Riedell Blue Ribbon or a Riedell Bronze Medallion, those should be good skates that aren't too stiff, but will last a decent amount of time. Good luck!

Answer 3

You say you're out of the US, but do you have a pro shop near you? You are much better off getting a boot fitter to fit you because the sizes don't match up to shoe sizes reliably.  

For kind of cheap but good up to intermediate I'd recommend Riedell Blue Ribbons.  They have a decent blade. I'm not sure about those Mystiques.  It is rough because it's hard to tell from the internet what's good, but skating is one place where you get what you pay for.  The $80 range boots will give you problems when you get to spins and jumps.  

But fit is much more important than brand - find a pro shop.

Answer 4

Hi, a good pair of figure skates that can be used on an intermediate level are these reidell boots, http://www.riedellskates.com/ice/280.htm...

if you are looking for a blade/boot package, i recommend these;   http://www.riedellskates.com/ice/121.htm...   but they wont take you through intermediate level.

Answer 5

Usually I suggest Riedells or Jacksons to beginning skaters, but what is most important is that they fit right.  Skates do not always run true to shoe size and vary by brand.  I'm not positive, but I have heard Jacksons run small.  It's probably best if you get fitted at a skate shop or by someone with experience.  If at least someone can tell you which size/width you should order, you won't be disappointed when they get there and they're the wrong size.  Also, if you check with an experienced skate fitter, they can suggest a skate brand/model for your level that will give you the proper amount of ankle support.  Too little ankle support and you'll end up buying new skates sooner; too much and you'll have a hard time breaking them in.

Good luck!