Choosing sliding skates for girls

Recently, sliding models of skates are gaining more and more popularity. A wide selection of designs allows you to choose a stylish option for both boys and girls. However, you need to know how safe such models are for children. Let's consider how to choose the right quality skates for a girl.

The eternal problem of parents is the need to buy new shoes for their child every year, since the child's foot grows very quickly. The family's budget does not allow everyone to buy things that their children do not use every day, such as ice skates. Many people solve this problem by buying skates several sizes larger, but this is a huge mistake that can lead to injuries. The foot must fit tightly inside the boot, otherwise it can easily get stretched or dislocated.

Consider the pros of a sliding model of skates for a girl.

1. Significant savings in money. By choosing sliding skates for your child, you will significantly reduce your family's budget. If simple skates are enough for a growing child for a couple of seasons, after which it is necessary to purchase new ones, then the lifespan of sliding models is at least 2-4 years, depending on how fast your child's leg will grow.
2. Easy to operate. Everyone can change the size of the skates independently. To do this, it is necessary to loosen the retainer located on the sole of the shoe and fix the required size for the foot.
3. Interior lining made of soft material, which makes such shoes as comfortable as possible for skiing on ice surfaces. Comfortable leg fit eliminates pain or discomfort during movement.
4. A light weight. Thanks to this, the leg fatigue is much less than in conventional models, and they are also more maneuverable.
5. Insulated boot. Since the first models of sliding skates were walking and intended for outdoor use, they were well insulated inside. Feet will stay warm and dry in all weather conditions. But under many conventional models of skates, you will need to put on a warm sock so as not to freeze
6. Fixation methods. To fix the leg in the boot, different types of fasteners are used - clips, Velcro. Each of them is very easy to use, so any child can handle them. This fixing method allows you to quickly and easily fix your foot in the boot. Difficult lacing is not within the power of every child, and there is always a risk that it will untie, which can lead to a fall.
7. Externally, the boot is made of durable synthetic material, which copes well with temperature changes and does not let water through. Side plastic inserts make the structure sturdy and impact-resistant.
8. Blades are made of stainless steeltherefore do not need frequent sharpening.
9. A large assortment of brightly designed models for girls.

Despite the convenience and practicality of sliding models, there are a number of disadvantages that such skates still have.

1. Sliding skates are not suitable for professional figure skating or hockey lessons, as they do not withstand mechanical loads poorly, and complex tricks cannot be performed in them. They are suitable for beginners and those who like calm ice skating.
2. Inconvenient double insole. This is due to the sliding design of the product, since with an increase in the size of the boot, a joint of two insoles appears, which can cause discomfort during movement. To solve this problem, many manufacturers have provided an additional insole.
3. In some models, after increasing the size, the center of gravity shifts back.
4. Short-lived plastic mounts that can break over time.

Depending on the scope of application, ice skates for girls are divided into several types. They differ in design features. If for amateur riding, you can choose simple models at a low price, then for professionals you need to buy high-quality models with a strong and durable design.

Let's consider the main types of skates.

1. Curly. They produce walking and professional models. The former are intended for amateur skating, the latter are suitable for performing complex trick elements and pirouettes. Professional models have a hard boot, which is necessary for firmly fixing the foot during movement, while walking options, on the contrary, are made of soft or medium hard material for comfortable riding. The blade on the professional ridge has characteristic teeth, which are necessary for performing tricks.
2. Hockey. Equipped with additional protection for the legs, the leg is fixed with plastic pads. For the base, dense rubber or plastic is used. A distinctive feature of hockey skates is the presence of a glass - the place where the blade and boot join. It can be of two types - monolithic (for open ice areas) and open (for closed skating rinks). Today girls, along with boys, play hockey and create their own teams.

Many modern manufacturers of children's sports equipment are engaged in the production of sliding skates.The brands' products are presented in a wide range of sizes. For each manufacturer, the dimensions may differ from each other. Mostly in sports stores you can find children's sliding skates for girls in the following sizes: 26-29, 28-31, 32-35, 33-36, 34-38, 35-38, 36-39.

Every parent tries to prepare in advance for the upcoming winter season. Since the fall, he begins to slowly buy all the necessary equipment for the winter - skis, sledges, skates, etc.

What to look for when choosing an ice skate for girls?

1. Sliding models are purchased specifically so that the child can ride them for several seasons. Therefore, it is necessary that when purchasing the model, the minimum size of the model coincides with the current size of the child.
2. If the model is not insulated, it is better to choose a size larger so that you can wear a warm sock.
3. During the fitting, ask your child to skate around the store to make sure the model is not pressing or rubbing anywhere.
4. Choose models in which the sizing system is located in the toe so that there is no shift in the center of gravity.
5. When choosing a model for a girl, be sure to consider her opinion when choosing a design. The model suitable for an 8-year-old girl will differ significantly from the model preferred by a 13-year-old teenager.
6. For greater stability, models with a double blade are available, this is especially convenient for beginners.
7. It is not worth making a purchase over the Internet, as there is a high probability of buying an uncomfortable pair of skates.

We offer brief instructions on how to put on sliding skates for girls correctly.

1. It is best to wear skates on a thin toe, especially since most sliding models are insulated inside.
2. It is best to use a spoon when putting on your boot.
3. First, spread the tongue out and make sure it doesn't wrap around until you put on the boot.
4. After you put on the skates, we begin to lace them up. Try to tighten the laces well and only loosen them a little at the end so as not to overtighten your leg.
5. If the attachment method is different, for example, Velcro, it is fastened so that the leg is securely fixed in the boot.
6. Get on your feet and take a couple of steps, it is important that you do not experience discomfort or pain while moving.