Not the case. you can get them redone multiple times.
Did a search and did not see much about youth skates on the forum - any directions would be great. My specific questions concern skates for a 6 year old who can skate and goe to practice etc 2-3, maybe 4 times skater / player:
1. How big can you go w/o compromise "fit" too much. I am inclined to make fit of skates a prioritty and hence spend more money (or buycheaper skates more oftent, though half sizes are the often not available)
2. When should I get new skates, wait until they say the skateshurt?
3. Go for the most expensive $150-180 or so (don't know where, if at all there is overlap with Junior, which would change the max by a factor of 3-4), intermediate or cheapest (Vapor 1.0 has been just fine I think (and they look like those that Ovechkin and Bäckström had - what else could possibly matter?))?
4. Bake?
Finally, great thread, and appreciate all your comments and advice for the 100,000 readers!
Just a quick question regarding the Bauer Vapors.
Looking to try to get a model from last year if I can find my size, but just want to make sure that I'm understanding the old model numbers and the corresponding current model numbers.
Pervious X4.0 = Current X70
Previous X5.0 = Current X80
Previous X7.0 = Current X90
Is this correct?
They're not absolutely equal, but you've got it.
I thought it was:
X4.0=X60
X5.0=X70
I'm in a big predicament.
My custom made Graf Supra 703s are done. Upper leather is shot and it's time to get a new pair of skates.
Unfortunately, my budget is keeping me around the 150-180 dollar range, but my skating ability is well beyond what is available at that price point.
Any tips on what is going to give me the best bang for my buck? I'm going to be weeping when I finally get rid of the Grafs anyways...
At the conventional retail level, always keep your eyes out for deals and clearance items. otherwise, eBay or kijiji
I'm in a big predicament.
My custom made Graf Supra 703s are done. Upper leather is shot and it's time to get a new pair of skates.
Unfortunately, my budget is keeping me around the 150-180 dollar range, but my skating ability is well beyond what is available at that price point.
Any tips on what is going to give me the best bang for my buck? I'm going to be weeping when I finally get rid of the Grafs anyways...
I must agree on that. At least up your budget to $250-260. You'll see a huge difference if you can afford $300-$350.
Scout around now while Black Friday stuff is still kicking around.