FLARE SKATE BLADES

 
 

FLARE SKATE BLADES

Binnie’s Skate Sharpening & Equipment Repair is an authorized dealer and sharpener of the Flare Skate Blades in Pittsburgh and the Western Pennsylvania region. These unique skate blades feature a tapered, precision crafted Swedish steel, tested and proven by hockey players at all abilities.

Flare Skate Blades are changing the way hockey is played. By creating a 6 degree flare, widening the base of the skate, friction was reduced by 20.6% over traditional blade. This improved speed, acceleration, and turning by an average of 5.6% over traditional steel.*

With over a decade of research and development, Flare Skate Blade are transforming the hockey world and now you can own them for yourself.

Sharpening your Flare Skate Blades

As with any skate blade, it is recommended that you have them sharpened by an experienced, qualified skate technician. Due to the flare of the blade, adjustments should be made to your typical skate hollow. Please use the provided guide to adjust your hollow.

*Based on studies from Human Performance Laboratory at the University of Calgary.