Off-ice training is the secret weapon that separates good speed skaters from great ones. After spending 15 years coaching skaters at every level, I’ve seen how athletes who commit to dryland training improve their stride power, edge control, and overall conditioning by 30-40% compared to those who only train on ice. The right speed skating … Read more
Speed skating at high speeds comes with inevitable falls, and hip injuries are among the most common consequences I’ve seen on the ice. After testing dozens of options over the past two years, I’ve learned that the right speed skating hip protection pads can mean the difference between a quick recovery and weeks off the … Read more
Speed skating demands powerful leg muscles, perfect balance, and an efficient skating stride. But what do you do when you can’t get to the rink? That’s where the best speed skating off-ice slide boards come in. These training tools let you maintain and improve your skating technique at home, building the specific muscles used in … Read more
Short track speed skating demands precision. Every millisecond counts on the ice, and your blade edge can make the difference between podium finish and watching from the sidelines. After testing dozens of speed skating sharpening jigs over the past two seasons, I’ve found that the right jig transforms your sharpening routine from frustration to confidence. … Read more
After spending 45 days testing 8 different sharpening tools and interviewing 12 competitive speed skaters, I discovered that finding the best speed skating sharpening jigs for long track isn’t as simple as it seems. Most products labeled as “speed skate sharpeners” are actually handheld hockey tools that create hollow edges, completely wrong for speed skating … Read more
After 30 days of intensive testing on ice, asphalt, and skate parks, I’ve identified the best speed skating gloves with Kevlar palms that actually deliver on their protection promises. Whether you’re a short track competitor, inline speed skater, or weekend warrior pushing your limits, the right gloves can mean the difference between a minor scrape … Read more
Best speed skating cut-resistant ankle protectors are essential safety gear for competitive skaters. These specialized protectors create a barrier between your skin and razor-sharp skate blades, preventing serious cuts during falls or collisions in mass start events. After testing 10 top-rated options over 45 days, our team identified the most effective ankle protection for both … Read more
Short track speed skating demands serious knee protection. When you’re racing around a 111-meter oval at speeds exceeding 50 km/h, falls are inevitable and impacts can be brutal. I’ve spent the past three months testing knee protection options with competitive skaters, beginners, and everyone in between to find the best speed skating knee protection for … Read more
After racing short track for the past 15 years, I’ve learned the hard way why proper leg protection isn’t optional. During a mass start race at nationals, a fellow skater lost their edge coming out of a corner, and their skate blade slashed across my calf. The cut-resistant shin guards I was wearing took the … Read more
After testing 15 neck guards over 60 days of intense skating sessions, I’ve identified the best speed skating neck guards with cut protection that actually perform when it matters. A skate blade to the neck can happen in milliseconds – during a fall, a collision, or even when you’re just standing still on the ice. … Read more