Figure Skate Metals and Manufacturing

In this video I discuss: 1. First, what changes in the manufacturing of blades have been made? 2. Does the pick design really impact skating performance? 3. What types of metal are the blades made of, what are the differences and value between these types of metals? 4. Finally, the significance of Blade weight, strength, accuracy, consistency and how these higher quality metals are going to increase a skater’s performance.