Question: What Size Ice Skates?

Are ice skate sizes the same as shoe sizes?

Ice skates are not the same size as street shoes. You should wear skates that are about 1 – 1.5 sizes smaller than the normal-size shoe you wear.

What size ice skates should I get?

A proper fit for hockey skates should fit 1-1.5 sizes smaller than your street shoes. Your toes should barely touch the toe cap, while having no more than 1/4 inch of space in the heel. When you’re finished lacing up your skates, they should feel snug with the foot resting flat on the footbed.

Should ice skates be a size bigger?

If you’ve never shopped for a pair before, you might start out wondering, “What size ice skates should I buy?” As a general rule, you want to get a skate that is 1 to 1½ sizes smaller than your shoe size. Skates run smaller than shoes, and skates fit tight.

What size am I in hockey skates?

The general rule of thumb when sizing Bauer ice hockey skates is to go down 1.5 sizes from your shoes. For example, if you wear a size 10 shoe, it is best to start out with an 8.5 size hockey skate. For junior and youth size skates, you will want to go down just one size from your shoe size.

How do I know my skate size?

Most roller skates are going to fit the same as your standard shoe size. So, if you wear a size 8 in your everyday shoes a size 8 in roller skates will fit. Most brands of roller skates will make their skates fit the same as popular shoe brands to make it easier to size.

Which ice skates are better for beginners?

Hockey skates are fast and maneuverable and offer good support of the foot, making them a good choice for beginners. Hybrid ice skates are with their soft-boot also a good choice for beginners who are only interested in using them for cozy rides.

What happens if ice skates are too big?

If your skates are too big, you will feel a world of hurt which will only end when you get the proper size skates. A skate that is too large will cause blisters, hammertoes, bunions or calluses which come from the constant irritation which in turn gives you constant foot pain.

What does EE mean in skate size?

Ice hockey skates come in a range of width sizes. EE is the widest fit. Generally for ice hockey skates the following letters correlate with different foot widths: C = Narrow fit. D = Standard fit.

Should my toes touch the end of my skates?

Almost all skaters worry about their toes touching the end when they first put on skates. This is perfectly normal.

How do you know if ice skates fit?

Do make sure your toes can wiggle slightly up & down in the boots. The end of your toes should lightly brush the end of the boot. Another way to determine if the skate is the incorrect width: look at the boot when laced up with firm lace tension. The lacing width should not be too close together.

How do I know if my ice skates are too small?

It’s normal to have your little toe and the fourth toe close to the edge of the insole or completely off the edge. Signs your skates are not the right fit include very little space at the toe, zero space at the toe and having your toes hang over the front edge, and the third toe hanging off the side of the insole.

What does the R mean in skate size?

R is wider than D. E is wider than R. EE is the widest width.

What size skates should I get women’s?

Women’s skates are going to fit very similar to your standard athletic shoe size. So if you wear a size 7 in your running shoes a size 7 in an inline skate is more than likely going to be an adequate size.

What size skates for a 7 year old?

Junior hockey skates are sized to fit kids in the range of approximately 7 to 13 years old with a US shoe size of 2 to 6.5. Youth hockey skates are sized to fit toddlers and young children in the age range of approximately 9 years old and younger with a US youth shoe size of 1.5 or smaller.