Skate Bake Advise

[HDHockey 19]

I have seen multiple "correct" ways to do this, so I am hoping someone can give the best process for my brother's situation. His wife gave him a pair of 18k, length fits good, width is a little snug (they are EE). He needs to go get them baked, does he stand or not stand? Also, if so, when and for how long? Thanks for the input!

[Gummer12 134]

If he's in the Detroit area as well, take the time and go to Total and get it done properly.

[HDHockey 19]

that's the problem, he is in San Diego

[burr14 17]

Yes, if there is a hockey shop nearby, definitely go there. Not just big "sports stores" as they often dont have much hockey-specific knowledge. As for the actual process, I'm not sure exactly what temperate to bake/how long but I know for sure you are supposed to SIT down while having them baked, with feet fully planted on ground and knees bent in 90 degree angle... Basically sitting on a bench/in a chair in an upright position with skates fully on ground. You leave them on for probably 10-15 minutes then you can get up and walk around a bit. Leave on a few more minutes then they should be good. Make sure that someone else, ideally the store assistant ties the skates for you. The eyelets can be soft and prone to damage if you yank on them upwards toward you. Can cause easier break in future. Also make sure you don't skate on them for a while. I've heard 24 hours to be safe, but honestly 12 hours or even a bit less is probably okay. I know all this because I've had this done multiple times by competent hockey shops. Hope this helps.

[IPv6Freely 2083]

In San Diego, go to SDIA. Do not go to Iceoplex :)

[HDHockey 19]

In San Diego, go to SDIA. Do not go to Iceoplex :)

If he needs to get them punched, where do you recommend? He is willing to drive up to LA area if there is a better option. Thanks!

[IPv6Freely 2083]

If he needs to get them punched, where do you recommend? He is willing to drive up to LA area if there is a better option. Thanks!

SDIA. Otherwise hockey monkey .

[HDHockey 19]

SDIA. Otherwise hockey monkey .

Thanks! Still might need that goalie for Vegas!!

[IPv6Freely 2083]

Thanks! Still might need that goalie for Vegas!!

Oh yea? When's that again?

[SirJW 207]

When in LA go to Jake's Custom Pro Shop in El Segundo. He can do anything you need w your skates.

http://jakeshockey.com/

[orelayer 4]

When in LA go to Jake's Custom Pro Shop in El Segundo. He can do anything you need w your skates.

http://jakeshockey.com/

Another vote for Jake's Hockey. They are very knowledgeable.

[IPv6Freely 2083]

They're great if you can get the guy to actually help you. I've never felt so unwelcome in a store before.

[HDHockey 19]

Oh yea? When's that again?

April 30-May 3. Thanks for the info, brother went up to Hockey Monkey today and they were friendly and took care of him.