Fitting Speed Boots

Compared to inline fitness skates, speed boots are more compact and possess firmer padding. They conform more closely to the foot, increasing the potential for ankle discomfort, toe injuries, burning on the soles, and pressure points. This can lead to blisters, small injuries, and a lack of confidence when skating.

For this reason, choosing speed boots that match the dimensions of your feet is crucial. Avoid selecting boots that exceed your foot size.

Heat Moulding

By heat moulding your speed boots, you can enhance the fit, thereby improving your skating experience. While not every modern speed boot offers this feature, some do. There are boots with heat mouldable foam within the padding, and others where the shell, often made of carbon fibre, can be moulded through heating.

To eliminate a pressure point on heat mouldable carbon boots, it's advisable to use a heat blower cautiously. Oscillate the heat gun over the area, maintaining at least a 20 cm distance from the boot. Concurrently, use a rounded tool (such as the back end of a screwdriver) to apply pressure on the shell at that point. Once you notice the shell shifting, remove the heat and allow the boot to cool. Repeat the process if required.

During the heat moulding process, we generally advise exercising extreme caution, adhering strictly to the manufacturer's instructions, and remembering that any incorrect heat moulding will not be covered by the warranty.

Additionally, consult this comprehensive guide from Powerslide.