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Hockey skate

A hockey skate which has been created for ice hockey players has two basic parts. These parts are the boot and the blade. Goalie skates are designed to provide more stability and protection with longer blades, a lower boot, and thicker material.

The boot portion of a hockey skate is generally created from leather as well as synthetic materials. Hard plastic options will offer better protection from stray sticks and pucks. They also offer more support for a player’s ankle.

An important aspect of the blade of a hockey skate is its radius. This is the length of the steel which can rest in full contact on the ice. A longer radius provides more support, while a shorter one allows for more maneuverability.

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