Baking/punching a boot

[Fletch 219]

I want to get my Mission skates baked one more time, and I need to get a hot spot punched out (again) a bit more.

Now, should I bake the skate then punch the spot out?

Or should I punch the spot out first then bake them?

I don't want to damage the boot, and I'm leaning towards punching them first then baking them because it seems to me that punching them after baking them could damge the boot.

Any suggestions?

[Jason16 0]

I was under the impression that you needed to bake the boot so you can punch it out.

[Fletch 219]

I was under the impression that you needed to bake the boot so you can punch it out.

I don't think that is accurate, but then again I'm no expert :)

[thenizzle 0]

you can punch the boot whenever, the two tasks are not associated in any way

[Fletch 219]

you can punch the boot whenever, the two tasks are not associated in any way

But will punching it after baking it possibly damage the boot (since the boot is softer)? That's what I'm worried about.

[gokings55 0]

Bake first let cool for a day or two then have them punched. If you punch them out first, baking them afterwards may lessen some of the punching effect since heating the boots makes them more pliable.

[jimmy 194]

I always heat the boot before punching. Not good to punch a cold boot, you risk damage. A boot expands so easy when hot. Does not hurt the skate at all.

[JR Boucicaut 3804]

Exactly - put the skate on the skater, mark the spot, heat up the boot, punch, then put it back on to see if you got it.

[Fletch 219]

Excellent. Thanks guys.

[iceholes 0]

how do you "punch" out a hot spot on your own?

[dez 0]

How about stretching??

Is another heat fit needed after stretching?

thx

[JR Boucicaut 3804]

Yes, you must heat the boot to stretch it.

[Fletch 219]

Exactly - put the skate on the skater, mark the spot, heat up the boot, punch, then put it back on to see if you got it.

Wait, JR - do I bake it, then put it on for the 15 minutes or so, THEN punch it?

Or

Bake it, punch it, THEN sit in it for 15 minutes?

[JR Boucicaut 3804]

The latter

[Fletch 219]

One more thing - when they punch it, should I have them keep it on there for a while (the puncher) or should they just punch it quick and give it back to me so I can put it on?

[#28tz 0]

What skates do you have btw?

[Fletch 219]

Mission 9500....they're rollers but I posted it here because I knew I'd get more answers ;)

And BTW, the boot is stiff as hell....even after 3 bakes and 7-8 times on the rink.

[#28tz 0]

I dont know whether to bake my 7500 rollers but ive had them for 2 months or so i doubt theres much point.

[Fletch 219]

If they're fitting you fine than I wouldn't bother.

[Cue 0]

Sorry to bring up an old thread, but here is my situation:

I'm a bit tight on money so I can't get new skates, but I've got an old pair of Mission Amp3 S Series sitting in my closet that I bought used a while back. The length feels perfect, but the forefoot on both my feet is a little tight(right foot is slightly bigger than left, so I can noticeably feel the squeeze on this one) and I can feel the walls push in when I stand.

To my understanding, can I get it punched/stretch at a LHS or a shoe repair shop to correct the forefoot tightness issue?

I'm thinking I get it baked/heated, stretched, then the usual 15-20mins sit as per JR at the LHS.

Also, is punching/stretching the same thing?

Thanks

[Jason16 0]

Go to Cyclone's on 49th

[Cue 0]

Thanks, that was where I was planning to go to get it done, just wanted to make sure since it is my first time.

[sabres48 0]

Im not 100% sure becasue i dont run or work at a LHS, but shouldnt the employees know this kind of stuff? I mean we pay them, and they are supposed to be a valuable commodity to us, but it doesnt seem that way. I know you guys may be interested just to make sure the guys at your LHS dont goof, but to me they should know this stuff, and if they goof, its on them, so you should be worry free anyways. Basically I am trying to say take it to you LHS and see what they have to say, and if you dont feel comfortable with what your told, then come here.

Sorry for semi threadjacking

[Jason16 0]

Agreed but the trend nowadays for consumers is to brush up on what they're getting into so they can make a more informed decision. The internet has played a large role in helping individuals research before making a purchase or any kind of financial decision. There's nothing wrong with asking questions before laying down the dough, you'd be surprised how much easier it is on us workers when we're talking to an informed customer.

[Jarick 5]

I also hate to piggyback on someone else's topic, but over the last month, I've started getting pain and blisters on the outside of my little toe on one foot. Skates were fine for six months before that (Vapor XIX).

Would "punching" that little bit out be a good solution? I've tried four different kinds of laces and different lacing patterns and it's still painful in the one spot.

Also, what is punching and how much does it usually run?