Hello I'm vintage skater, the one who didn't check the spelling when registering using her mobile!
I'm deciding on new wifa boots and blades.
I'm going to get back into skating after a 25 year break. I used to do doubles and combinations but am not really expecting to be pulling out many doubles at this stage. I'm 43, tall 5ft 7.7 inches the converter tells me and weigh more than i did in my teens and pre kids!
Originally my aspiration was to take my young kids for skating and teach them a few things. Now i am considering taking up adult skating for fun and fitness. So i might join the adult network for competitions mainly to meet more of my own kind. I feel like i would be happy to do singles as i was always quite jumpy.
I'm deciding between wifa deluxe skatec or champions. I tried some on locally and my feet loved them. My thoughts are skatec are lighter and would really do the job while i build up my flexibility, fitness and see if i really commit to skating. On the other hand if i take to it i may potentially break them down quickly due to my age/ weight. Meaning forking out again for boots. Anyone been in a similar position?
I'm also having to decide on new blades. When i stopped i was needed to upgrade to more advances gear and was on MK professionals. Now i don't expect to skate at the same level so think they would suit me fine. So now choosing between profs, coronation ace to save a few pounds and potentially ultimas as i hear they hold their sharpening well.
Any helpful thoughts on skates blades or inspiration and hellos from other vintage skaters :-)