Skate Tech Services
Blade Sharpening
Figure Skate Sharpening
A well sharpened blade is the foundation of confident skating.
At The Boot and Blade, sharpening isn’t rushed through a machine — it’s a precise process, done by hand, tailored to the way you skate. We use a Wissota machine with fine-grit wheels, which combined with our refined process gives an unparalleled finish on the ice.
Whether you’re a beginner finding your edges or a professional preparing for performance, your blades deserve nothing less.
Why it matters
A poor sharpening can hold you back: slips on take-offs, wobbly spins, or edges that don’t feel secure. Over-sharpening can wear blades down prematurely, while inconsistent hollows affect control. With expert sharpening, you’ll feel balance, stability, and flow every time you step onto the ice.
In the worst cases, a bad sharpen can permanently damage blades or distort the rocker with no way to correct them. We always recommend our skaters to return to us for sharpening where possible (or we can recommend highly skilled individuals across the country to help).
What we offer
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First Time Sharpening – Tailored hollow and finish to suit your skating style.
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Correction & Care – Restoring blades after bad sharpenings or uneven wear.
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Regular Maintenance Sharpening – Your regular top-ups.
Every sharpen is performed by a trained skate tech with years of experience, trusted by Olympians, touring professionals, and local club skaters alike.
Backed by our Love Skate Guarantee
If your blades don’t feel right after sharpening, we’ll recheck and adjust them at no extra cost. Because for us, confidence on the ice starts with trust in your edges.
Pricing
Sharpening is available at our Cambridge workshop.
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Figure Skate Sharpening: £15
Typical turnaround: 20–30 minutes.