- Joined
- Feb 22, 2021
Hello! I have finally decided to take the plunge on buying my own skates. Although I don't have zero skills besides just skating forward, I hope to start LTS in the next available session starting in May. My fitting appointment has been scheduled for next week and I'll be traveling 2 hours each way. However... I'm a graduate student, and my funds are extremely limited. It'd greatly help to know how much I should expect to spend before going into the shop.
Ideally, my skates would last me through the LTS series, and possibly half/single jumps. Since I have wide feet, I have heard Jacksons are going to be my best bet. I'm thinking Elle or Freestyle but would consider Debut if it seems more appropriate. Does this sound right for an adult beginner? Should I keep an open mind to other brands like Edeas with an E width (but that would cost even more as a special order right)? Please help!
Height: 5'5" (165cm)
Weight: 125lbs (57kg)
Feet length: 9"7/16 (240mm) on the longer foot, 9"5/16 (237mm) on the shorter foot
Feet width: 9"1/8 (233mm)
Feet shape: Roman? That's what people seem to call it. My big toe and 3rd toe are the same length, but my 2nd toe is actually the longest by like 3mm. Heels are slightly narrower.
Ideally, my skates would last me through the LTS series, and possibly half/single jumps. Since I have wide feet, I have heard Jacksons are going to be my best bet. I'm thinking Elle or Freestyle but would consider Debut if it seems more appropriate. Does this sound right for an adult beginner? Should I keep an open mind to other brands like Edeas with an E width (but that would cost even more as a special order right)? Please help!
Height: 5'5" (165cm)
Weight: 125lbs (57kg)
Feet length: 9"7/16 (240mm) on the longer foot, 9"5/16 (237mm) on the shorter foot
Feet width: 9"1/8 (233mm)
Feet shape: Roman? That's what people seem to call it. My big toe and 3rd toe are the same length, but my 2nd toe is actually the longest by like 3mm. Heels are slightly narrower.