Skate Anytime - Synthetic Ice for Hockey - Skateable Artificial Ice Tiles - Backyard Ice Rink - Starter Kit

Product Information

We’ve had to buy a few more bottles of the glide liquid that makes the tiles slippery but other than that the rink is completely low maintenance. Although you won’t need to pay much money once your rink is up and running (other than the glide lubricant which is not expensive), the cost of buying your tiles can get pricey. Getting access to as much ice time as possible is really the only way to become an advanced skater.

Yes, synthetic ice is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. High-quality synthetic ice tiles can withstand temperature fluctuations and various weather conditions, making them versatile for different environments. Can I use my regular ice skates on synthetic ice, or do I need special skates? This article only covers the skatable synthetic ice - Don't mix up with shooting tiles and pads - see this article for those products. Even manufacturers that claim it’s 90% as good as real ice. I’m not going to disagree with a manufacturers claim, but I will say that the remaining 10% is a huge 10% difference. If you’re honest with yourself, expect a little less than you’re probably hoping, you’ll get what you’re after.However, if you’re looking to use it for commercial purposes or have heavy traffic, tiles may not be the best option. Dovetail computerized cut technology, designed for flawless, flat, and precise connections. Stagger assembly possible on 4x8 panels.

If you or your family have skated on a synthetic surface before, you may compare that experience to all surfaces. n fact, many professional athletes practice on this skateable ice-like surface in their homes during the off-season. Synthetic ice was first developed in the 1960s and was great for off-ice practice. However, this ice wasn’t very skatable and was incredibly rough on the blades.Absolutely not. There is not one synthetic ice that offers the same density and release of friction as actual ice does. There are synthetic ice options that get close, but nothing that is exactly comparable to real ice. We have been steadily growing our rink in the basement. Now up to 20 by 8. My 4 year old son learned to go from walking on the ice at 2 to flying around now at 4. My daughter son and I love inventing drills to challenge each other.