Should I get new skates?

I was at your exact level when I switched from my Classiques. They're good skates, but they won't last you much longer. Before I had a consistent lutz or had started my axel, I switched to Jackson Premiers with Ultima Protege blades. I've had them for about a year now, and they're still holding up really well while I'm starting to land my double toe and double salchow more frequently. So I would say that you should switch as soon as you possibly can, because Classiques really aren't even meant for Freestyle skating.

How on earth you are landing a flip in Classiques I will never know.

Classiques are entry level skates, meaning that they cover the basics. You need more support for lutz and axel. What I would do is get something that will last through your axel and into your beginning doubles.

Riedell: 435, Gold Star

Jackson: Competitor (if you're really tiny), Elite

SP Teri: Super

Klingbeil: S-2

These are all boots that need a blade. For blades, I would ask your coach what he/she wants you in. My recommendations:

Wilson: Coronation Comet, Coronation Ace, Pattern 99

Eclipse: Mist, Infinity

MK: Professional, Vision

Paramount: 440SS Freestyle

Ultima: Legacy, Protege

Getting freestyles will not be at all beneficial as they will not last you long as they are only rated until axels.

Your best bet would be getting the competitors or even looking into the premieres, it's also a really good idea to ask your coach what boots and blades they recommend for you, they know exactly what your skating is like and when you should invest in new boots.

If you aren't comfortable skating, or think you could do better with new ones, then go for it! I would recommend the Jackson competitors, they with feel better on the ice and will last longer. You also might want to get some new blades.

I myself am a big Risport fan, but as far as I am concerned the following are the things to evaluate before deciding:

1) what condition are your current skates in?

2) how long did it take for them to get into such a condition?

3) How soon are you expecting to learn the axel?

Generally speaking attempting new jumps with new skates is a ba-a-a-a-ad idea. Took my legs about a month to get over my last new skates, and I still have scars to show for it.

That said if your boots are in a really bad condition, change now and live with it anyway.

Yes, if your unsure on what boots you should purchase get some information off you coach about what boots you need for the level of skating you are at.

Good luck :)

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