Skate Service

"Sharpening figure skates doesn’t require a degree in Rocket Science; it just requires the correct machine and a degree of care."

-Wally Sahline, former Olympic figure skating coach and skate sharpener, inducted into the Figure Skate Hall of Fame 2004. Mentor to Ted Petroskey.

History Trading Post & Skate Exchange at 9th & In 1936 Walter Pierce founded Pierce’s Marquette in Minneapolis and since then we have been “Where the Skaters Go!” Today 3 generations later Pierce Skate & Ski is still family owned and operated.
Heat Molding & Compression Fitting With the purchase of your new skate this process is a must and is free of charge Fit is confirmed & boots are heated Boots are laced up again Feet are placed in the compression machine for 10 minutes Net Result = Customized fit & Reduced break-in time.
Waterproofing To ensure and prolong the life of your boots, Pierce has devised a multi-step water proofing process. Another service that is included at no additional charge with your boot purchase. Net Result = Boots will last longer
Mounting Mounting must be done by a trained technician to result in. This process is at no charge with your boot + blade purchase. Proper placement Proper alignment Level blades Net Result = Correct balance & Edge control
Sharpening One final service that is included at no charge with your boot + blade purchase. As always,the work is performed by our trained technicians resulting in: Proper edge depth Quality polished edges Level edges
History has a way of repeating itself Our skate department manager Ted Petroskey was mentored by some of the legends in the figure skate world including Joe DeLio, Norma & Wally Sahline, Roy Oberhammer and Carlo Fassi. This wealth of knowledge has become key to training our staff. Net Result = Unmatched Quality Pictured is 2008 World Championship Silver Medalist Carolina Kostner of Italy has Ted sharpen her skates when she is in town.