{"id":24125,"date":"2022-02-09T14:06:59","date_gmt":"2022-02-09T18:06:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/imgon.net\/?p=24125"},"modified":"2022-02-09T14:07:53","modified_gmt":"2022-02-09T18:07:53","slug":"ice-skate-blade-cover","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/imgon.net\/ice-skate-blade-cover\/","title":{"rendered":"How an Ice Skate Blade Cover Can Help Preserve Your Ice Skates"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

Protecting Your Ice Skate Blades Has Never Been Easier\u00a0<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Like any sport, the quality of your performance depends on the quality of your equipment. If your shoes have worn down or your helmet doesn\u2019t fit your head, your performance will be affected. Ice skaters depend on their skates to fit perfectly, and for their skate blades to be as sharp and stable as possible. Caring for your ice skate blades can include polishing, drying, and sharpening. But did you know there\u2019s something else you’re missing? An ice skate blade cover can prevent rust on your blades as well as small chips and dents from walking on hard surfaces.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

There are quite a few steps to protect your ice skate blades from rusting. Below, we\u2019ve looked at the best ways to prevent rust and damage, including the use of an ice skate blade cover.<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Cleaning<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Today, most ice blade skates are made of either lightweight aluminum or stainless steel. Older blades used to be made from tempered carbon steel and then coated with chrome, but these became too difficult to maintain. To clean your aluminum or stainless steel skates, you will need a powder or liquid cleaner that is safe for both surfaces. Use a non-abrasive sponge or cloth to gently clean and polish the blades. This is one of the first steps to prepare your blades for an ice skate blade cover.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Drying\u00a0<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

After cleaning your ice skate blades with a gentle cleanser, do not let them air dry. You should immediately begin to dry off your blades after they have been cleaned using a non-abrasive cloth or paper towel. Once you\u2019ve removed all of the moisture, use a microfiber cloth to polish your blades and dry them once more. After the drying and cleaning process, you should see a noticeable shine to your blades. Completely drying and polishing your ice skate blades prevents rusting before using an ice skate blade cover.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Sharpening<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

The exact schedule of sharpening your blades depends on your skill level and frequency of use. Generally, your blades can last from 5-8 years with a consistent sharpening schedule. Most skates benefit from the schedule of sharpening every 20-30 hours of skating.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

You can tell when your blades need sharpening if:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n