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All CadoMotus boots are heat moldable to make them fit perfect to your feet. Moldability is most effective at the ankle area, this area can be made wider, more narrow or totally reshaped almost without any limitations. Molding the heel pocket is sufficient but limited since the bottom of the shell is extremely rigid and solid, so this part won't deform. The heel can usually be made 1-2mm smaller of wider. The same capabilites on the toe box area and medial or lateral side of the boot, the width of the boot can be enlarged up to +2-3mm.   The...

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Oven, maximum 60 degrees celsius, 15 minutes Molding your boots in the oven has several advantages, such as the continuous and controlled overall heating of the boot. In case the boots requires to get molded at different parts, heel and ankle, the oven is your best choice. There are also disadvantages of heating your skating boots in the oven. Be aware of the fact that also parts that you do not necessarily want to mold, are being heated. This causes the risk that you deform these parts without notice, for example the carbon sole section. In case you apply load...

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Most people find new skates by word of mouth, or podium envy. Fellow speed skaters, coaches, dealers and online retailers can make referrals, but you really need to know what you’re looking for to find a pair that’s right for you. Especially if you’re just starting out, and even more so if you’re too young to know the difference between carbon fiber and cotton fiber. If you’re looking for a quality pair of starter skates, we have some suggestions that should help you find the right pair for yourself or that rookie you’re setting out on that path to the...

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