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CroFlames · 09-11-2018, 12:31 PM

I heard bob skates are a bad idea for kids because it doesn't offer the same feel as normal skates, and they end up learning improper technique before they ever strap on real skates.

I'm not sure I buy that claim, but it does make some sense.

09-11-2018, 12:31 PM	#8
CroFlames Franchise Player Join Date: Feb 2015 Exp:	I heard bob skates are a bad idea for kids because it doesn't offer the same feel as normal skates, and they end up learning improper technique before they ever strap on real skates. I'm not sure I buy that claim, but it does make some sense.