Hockey skates have definitive features that make them easy to identify when compared with other skates. Ice hockey skates, quad hockey skates and inline hockey skates differ from recreational skates. Hockey skates are always cut lower than figure skates or recreational skates to help the player make sharp cuts and change direction quickly.
Ice Hockey Skates
Ice hockey skates have two sharp edges that allow the player to pick up speed, turn or stop. Ice hockey skates have a space between the two edges called the hollow that allow the player to glide while maintaining speed. Players who rely on straight ahead speed may not have their skate edges quite as sharp as players who rely on quick starts, stops and change of direction.
Inline Hockey Skates.
Inline hockey skates look similar to recreational inline skates but there are two major differences. The inline hockey skates usually have reinforced leather stitching to make sure they can handle the significant pressure and abuse that they take in the course of a game. Also, the inline hockey skate will have wheels that are different sizes. The two wheels in the front of the skate are smaller than the two rear wheels. That allows the hockey player to turn easily and change directions quickly when the flow of the game changes quickly. While some inline skate have velcro closures, inline hockey skates always lace up for maximum security.
Quad Hockey Skates
Quad hockey is a popular sport in Europe. Instead of using a street hockey ball or puck, the game uses a wooden hockey ball and field hockey sticks. The quad hockey skates are made with a hard hockey boot that protects the feet from getting hit with errant shots or stick blows. Quad hockey skates cannot offer the hockey player as much maneuverability as inline hockey skates but they can provide the accomplished skater with straight-ahead speed.
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