Riedell Bruin Recreational Hockey Ice Skates for Men & Women - Comfortable Figure Skating Boots with Stainless Steel Blades - Perfect for Ice Rinks, Outdoor Ponds & Casual Skating

Riedell Bruin Hockey Skate Classic design meets modern performance in the Bruin recreational hockey skate from Riedell. Durable polyester mesh uppers designed with a timeless hockey look are backed with high density foam and brushed nylon linings that will have you feeling as good as you look, whether you’re out for a casual date skate or playing a pick-up game on the pond with your friends. To give the Bruin the lasting performance you need, the tongues incorporate a supportive EVA foam pad for protection against lace bite, and every pair is fitted with reinforced nylon outsoles, blade holders, and toe caps that have been tested to withstand high-impact events should you find yourself in the way of an oncoming slap shot.With comfort where you want it and strength where you need it, the Bruin welcomes you to get out onto the ice time and time again. PADDED TONGUE FOR COMFORT This skate's tongue contains a supportive EVA foam pad for protection against lace bite. ANKLE SUPPORT This ice skate set offers firm ankle support to keep you stable and in control on the ice. RESPONSIVE BLADE Firm stainless steel blades provide responsive and safe handling. 22 Sparkle Ice Skate 625 Soar Ice Skate 114 Pearl Ice Skate 110 Opal Ice Skate Buying Options Buying Options Buying Options Buying Options Customer Reviews 4.8 out of 5 stars 39 4.7 out of 5 stars 9 4.4 out of 5 stars 8 4.5 out of 5 stars 426 Boot Material PVC PVC Micro Fiber PVC Support Rating 0-30 (Light) 0-30 (Light) 0-30 (Light) 0-30 (Light) Tongue Rating 1.0-1.5 (Light) 1.0-1.5 (Light) 1.0-1.5 (Light) 1.0-1.5 (Light) About Riedell Skates In 1945, Paul Riedell saw an opportunity to turn his love of roller skating into a business and started Riedell Shoes, Inc. in Red Wing, Minnesota. Throughout the years, he and his wife Soph manufactured quality, hand-crafted skating boots and built a reputation for supplying top-notch skates with exceptional fit and comfort. With each decade of change, Riedell has been there to change with it, offering new and exciting products and services to meet the needs of the roller rinks and skaters. Still today, Riedell remains a family business, owned and operated under its third generation with the same basic philosophy - to produce and offer only quality skates. Riedell is dedicated to continue making hand-crafted skates from only premier leathers and materials by skilled craftsmen. For 70 years, Reidell has offered the finest skating boots available. Whether you are a world-class skater or skating for the first time, Riedell skates will cover your every need.

DURABLE UPPER BOOT - This hockey skate has durable polyester mesh uppers, that hold up to wear and tear of the rink. The boot is also fitted with reinforced nylon outsole, blade holders and heavy duty toe caps.

STAYS COMFORTABLE FOR LONG USE - These hockey ice skates are designed with your comfort on the ice in mind. The skates have high density foam lining that adapts to your foots' shape overtime. The tongue also contains a EVA foam pad for added comfort and protection against lace bite.

TIMELESS HOCKEY DESIGN - These skates feature a timeless hockey look that will have you feeling and looking good on any rink or pond. The Bruin welcomes you to get out on to the ice time and time again.

PERFECT FOR THE BEGINNER OR CASUAL SKATERS - This hockey skate is perfect for the rink or playing a pick-up game on the pond with your friends. The skates affordable cost and built in comfort make it a great fit for any beginner or casual skater. This is not a children's product and is not designed or intended for use by children 12 years of age or younger.

INITIAL FITTING TIPS - These skates have a semi-rigid upper boot to provide safety and performance. Before you first try on the skates, heat the upper boot with a hair dryer to soften the material. The heated upper boot will be more flexible, allowing for tighter lacing. It will also make the boot easier to break in. The plastic guards included on the blades are meant for protection during shipping and are not designed for continual use as blade covers.