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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

In 1936 Walter Pierce founded Pierce's Trading Post & Skate Exchange at 9th & Marquette in Minneapolis and since then we have been "Where the Skaters Go! Today four generations later Pierce Skate & Ski is still family owned and operated.
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Heat Molding & Compression Fitting

With the purchase of your new skates 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
Olympic Bronze medalist Gracie Gold having her boots compression fit at her last visit to Pierce Skate and Ski
Net Result = Customized fit & Reduced break-in time.
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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
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Mounting

Mounting must be done by a trained technician to result in:
  • Proper placement
  • Proper alignment
  • Level blades
This process is at no charge with your boot + blade purchase.
Net Result = Correct balance and edge control
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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
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History has a way of repeating itself

Our skate department manager Ted Petroskey was mentored by some to 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 2012 World Champion & 2014 Olympic Bronze Medalist Carolina Kastner (ITA) who has Ted sharpen her skates when she is in town.
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