It is good to know your skates fit properly, and if you are unsure about fit, do consult someone who knows about how to check the size is right. As skates are not meant to flex in the way that typical shoes are, skates typically will feel too tight to new skaters. This will change as you wear in your skates. The foam padding will gradually give over a few hours of skating to provide a customized shape for the feet. Your toes should ‘almost-but-not’ touch the ends of the toe box area, with your heel positioned against the back of the skate boot. Correct skate sizing makes a big […]