John Wilson Gold Seal Blades Review
What the John Wilson Gold Seal blade is, what its spin rocker, taper and high stanchions do, how it compares with the Pattern 99 and Coronation Ace, what it costs and whether an adult skater needs one.
Figure Skate Reviews
Gear and equipment
Boots, blades, guards and soakers explained for adult skaters: what to buy, how it should fit and how to look after it.
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John Wilson Pattern 99 Blades Review
What the John Wilson Pattern 99 blade is, what its specs mean on the ice, how it compares with the Gold Seal and Coronation Ace, what it costs and whether an adult skater needs one.
Guides
New to skating, or coming back to it?
Plain-English guides to gear, jumps, scoring and getting started, written for adult skaters.
Beginner
10 Things to Know Before Your First Adult Figure Skating Test
Gear and equipment
9 Signs Your Figure Skates Need Sharpening, a Repair or Replacing
Competition and scoring
12 Figure Skating Rules That Surprise People Watching at Home
