This portion of our web guide centers on the equipment, gear, and accessories involved in figure skating.
Figure skating involves athletes performing spins, jumps, and intricate footwork on ice. Combining athleticism with artistry, it is often set to music. There are several disciplines involved.
The Olympic disciplines include singles skating (men and women), in which skaters perform solo routines that include jumps, spins, and step sequences; pair skating, where a male and female skater perform together, incorporating lifts, throws, and synchronized elements; ice dance, in which a duo performs dance routines on ice with an emphasis on rhythm, interpretation of music, and precise footwork; and team events, where teams representing different nations compete in all four disciplines, with their combined scores determining the winner.
Non-Olympic disciplines include synchronized skating, in which teams of 8-20 skaters perform formations and maneuvers in unison, emphasizing coordination and precision; theatrical skating, where skaters tell a story or portray a theme using costumes, props, and elaborate choreography, with a focus on theatricality over technical elements; and four-skating, where two men and two women perform together, blending aspects of singles, pairs, and ice dance.
Additional information and resources for figure skating can be found in the corresponding category within our Sports & Recreation area. Since this is the shopping section of our guide, we will focus on the products associated with the sport here.
The fundamental equipment for any figure skater is their skates, which consist of a boot and a blade, each designed for support, flexibility, and precision. Figure skating boots are typically made of leather or synthetic materials, and are designed to offer ankle support while allowing for the necessary range of motion. They are often custom-fitted. The blades are made of high-quality steel and are attached to the boots. They have specific curvature and toe picks, enabling skaters to perform jumps, spins, and intricate footwork. Edea, Jackson Ultima, and Riedell are well-known brands.
Figure skating attire is designed for functionality and aesthetics. It includes practice wear, competition dresses, and warm-up gear. Practice wear typically consists of leggings, tights, and fitted tops that allow for ease of movement. Competition dresses are often custom-made and adorned with sequins, rhinestones, and other embellishments. Warm-up apparel includes jackets, pants, and gloves to keep skaters warm before they take to the ice. Jerry's Skating World and Chloe Noel are reputable manufacturers.
Figure skating accessories include blade guards to protect the blades when skaters are off the ice, skate bags to carry skates and gear, and laces and socks to ensure a secure and comfortable fit.
Specific skates, gear, and accessories may be designed for each of the disciplines under the umbrella of figure skating.
Manufacturers and retailers serving the figure skating market are appropriate for this category.
Recommended Resources
The Edge is the official e-commerce store for US Figure Skating, the national governing body for the sport of figure skating in the United States. Targeted mainly for fans, the site offers branded apparel for men. women and youth, as well as apparel commemorating figure skating events, such as Skate America, Prevagen U.S. Synchronized Skating Championships, World Figure Skating Championships, and others. Gold medalist jackets and virtual testing apparel are also available.
https://www.shopusfigureskating.com/
Located in Markham, Ontario, Canada, the Figure Skating Boutique has a retail store in Markham, where it offers a wide range of skating products, from skates to blades to apparel and accessories. Contacts are provided. FSB does a large percentage of its business online. Through its e-commerce site, FSB ships worldwide. Shoppers can browse its catalog by product, interest, or brand. Its Podium Club Wear Programs offer perks for skaters and club members with perks.
https://skatingboutique.com/
FSF is a quarterly magazine that includes off-ice workouts, interviews with top international skaters, ice skater tips and tricks, mental training information, and similar topics, focused mainly on figure skating. Its website includes a shopping section that sells printed copies of the magazine, guides, and training videos and publications, as well as mobile applications, resistance bands, spinners, package deals, and branded t-shirts, sweatshirts, and other apparel.
https://figureskatingfitness.com/
Owned by Skates for Less, a California company in business since 1998, operating three online stores and one physical store in Canoga Park, with several warehouses across the United States. One of its e-commerce sites, Figure Skating Store, operates worldwide and ships to every country in the world. Shoppers may browse its online catalog by product type or brand. Contacts, return policies, special offers, and its rewards program are featured, along with a blog.
https://figureskatingstore.com/
The Swedish company stocks high-quality figure skating products for skaters of all ages and skill levels, from novice to professional. Ice H designs, creates, and produces complete lines of unique and innovative accessories, equipment, and apparel. Its address, telephone number, email address, and contact form are provided, and its online product catalog features skate bags, garment bags, skate jackets, skate pants, and accessories, such as boot covers, blade covers, blade guards, and others.
https://icehskate.com/
