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Skate-Tec Ankle Protectors
Skate-Tec cut-resistant Ankle Protectors Designed for Short track, Long Track, Marathon skating to protect from common injuries. Available in 4 sizes. Size guide in the photo gallery.
Foss Duo Diamond Stone 7514
Foss Duo Diamond Stone 7514 Description This is a combination stone of two grits of replaceable diamond plates, one for sharpening and one for polishing. This size of stone is normally used in conjunction with a smaller burr / slip stone and/or tungsten tip for...READ MORE
Bungee Training Cords
Bungee Training Cords by Mach1 The ultimate in skate specific off ice training, can be used for Technique, Power and Endurance training for Cornering, Crossovers, Straights and starts. Designed for skating sports they are the perfect length and made with high quality, high elasticity bungee....READ MORE
Corner Belt
Corner Belt for training both on and off the ice. Build your strength and technique 1 x corner belt per order.
Skate-Tec M-Wave Firm Short Track Blades
Skate-Tec is the new company of legendary blade engineer Johan Bennink founder of Maple and Evo https://www.evoskates.eu/about.html Short track skating has evolved immensely over the past few years. Athletes are reaching higher speeds and pushing the limits of their equipment on the ice surface. the...READ MORE
Evo Krypton Chrome Short Track blades
An excellent competition level blade! Engineered as an agile, responsive, and durable blade Krypton tube technology implemented into the 12C27 model The 12C27 is durable steel, which maintains excellent edge quality and sharpness. Hrc58-60 12C27 is manufactured to the same specifications and tolerances as Evo’s...READ MORE
CBC Sharpening Jig
The CBC Pro-Sharpening Frame provides a step up from low end sharpening jigs and includes features of the most advanced jigs on the market today. Pro-Sharpening Frame comes complete with top-stops boasting hardened steel contact pins. This will ensure many years of consistent blade levelling, as...READ MORE
Viking Combination Sharpening Stone
The Foss combination stone is one of the most widely used by skaters at all levels. Dual sided to quickly bring up the burr and also prepare the blade with a finer finish Fast cutting hard silicon carbide stone keeps its shape well Open structure...READ MORE
CBC Genesis Short Track Boots – Black
The GENESIS short track boot is a game-changing high-performance tool designed to bridge the gap between stock and custom footwear. We have scoured the globe searching for the highest quality materials available. The GENESIS is the result of 10 years of custom boot research and development. Clients will not be disappointed when...READ MORE
CBC Element Short Track Boot
Enter the sport of short track speedskating with the most comprehensive beginner boot available on the skating market today by Carpenter Boot Company (CBC) The ELEMENT is built on the same CBC World’s Best Fitting Last as the GENESIS and is constructed of lightweight and durable...READ MORE
Evo Quarq FT (Flat Top) Short Track Blades
DISCOUNTED PRO SERVICE AND SET-UP AVAILABLE WITH THIS BLADE! Top of the line pre-bent Short Track blades, the Quarq FT (Flat Top) is specially designed, higher flex version for lighter weight skaters at Elite level. Engineered to provide additional the best balance of flex and...READ MORE
Evo Quarq Short Track blades
Top of the line pre-bent Short Track blades, the Quarq is medium Stiffness. Engineered to provide additional medium stiffness and stability while retaining critical levels of feedback. Provides excellent grip without compromising feel and agility, PM runners offer superior gliding characteristics and maintain excellent sharpness....READ MORE
Evo Proton Boot and Futuro Blade Package
An excellent boot option with great support and lightweight boots, fully heat mouldable carbon fibre shell with double Velcro straps for extra security. Paired with Evo Futuro entry level blades this will be an ideal set-up for clubs, younger skaters and an entry point for...READ MORE
Evo Proton Boot and Krypton Package
An excellent mid level option with great supportive and lightweight boots, fully heat mouldable with double Velcro straps for extra security. Paired with Evo Krypton mid level blades this will be an ideal next step from club skates and into a competitive set up. Please...READ MORE
Evo Proton Short Track Boot
An excellent intermediate boot, lightweight and high support on the ankle to provide more stability than most designs! Heat mouldable carbon fiber / Thermoplastic shell. Lightweight shell provides excellent stiffness and support Thermo foam in ankle compartment and tongue offers further customization. Calf leather Two...READ MORE
Pro Rockering – Radius and Bend Service
The Gold standard in blade set up, skate faster with more control, designed by an Tom at Speed Equipment in conjunction with national team coaches and skaters for Junior’s through to Elite and World Class skaters. Templates available for the Nagano machine include latest Sonic,...READ MORE
Evo Short Track Helmet
Available in multiple colours with clean modern graphics Integrated 1 piece foam-injected core/shell for increased strength, decreased weight and added durability Offered in 2 sizes S/M and L/XL Micro-adjustable head-fit system to optimize fit and comfort Efficient and streamlined aerodynamic shape Comfortable and adjustable nylon straps...READ MORE
Boot and blade offset / setup for intermediate skaters
May 24, 2014 • Posted by Tom in Blog • Tags: blades, offset • Comments Off on Boot and blade offset / setup for intermediate skaters
I came across this article recently on the ellismethod.net site, from the world renowned Olympic coach Sue Ellis. The main message is; when starting out, keep the blade centrally aligned and as you advance you may start to move it over to keep that ‘natural’...READ MORE
Evo Argon Short Track Blades
DISCOUNTED PRO SERVICE AND SET-UP AVAILABLE WITH THIS BLADE! Top of the line pre-bent Short Track blades, the Evo Argon is their strongest, highest stiffness option by Evo and worn by many of the top male skaters in the 2018 Olympics. Engineered to provide additional...READ MORE
EVO now in the UK – Blades, Boots, ST, LT, Inline
January 29, 2013 • Posted by Tom in Blog • Tags: argon, Evo, krypton • Comments Off on EVO now in the UK – Blades, Boots, ST, LT, Inline
EVO What do you get when you cross the founder of the best known blade company in the world and an Olympic Coach that has 25 years and 6 Games behind him? EVO! Taking the world scene by storm! Evo is committed to developing the...READ MORE
Number 1 Tip!
January 26, 2013 • Posted by Tom in Blog • • Comments Off on Number 1 Tip!
Taking Care of the Small Things – By Susan Ellis I am often asked by athletes what they can do to improve, and often the answer comes down to one simple little thing. But then the athlete will say, “Yes coach, but what else can I do...READ MORE
Short Track Race Suit
Speed Equipment are excited to announce a major new partnership that allows us to supply skaters across the UK and World Wide with the very best in Cut Proof ISU compliant race suits and also non cut proof race suits for all racing disciplines, at...READ MORE
NEW** Race suits for Short Track, Inline and Long Track
July 18, 2012 • Posted by Tom in Blog • • Comments Off on NEW** Race suits for Short Track, Inline and Long TrackSpeed Equipment are excited to announce a major new partnership that allows us to supply skaters across the UK and World Wide with the very best in Cut Proof ISU compliant race suits and also non cut proof race suits for all racing disciplines, at...READ MORE
Basic Skating Position – The Tuck
June 16, 2012 • Posted by Tom in Blog • • Comments Off on Basic Skating Position – The Tuck
The Basic Position – Summer focus – The Arch By Sue Ellis – Read the full article here. Many of you are just getting back on the ice after your summer vacation and you want to make sure you start the season off right by...READ MORE
How are blades made?
April 9, 2012 • Posted by Tom in Blog • • Comments Off on How are blades made?
Have you ever wondered just what goes into making world record breaking ice blades? How the blades are precision ground to the exact width, glued into the tube, heat treated and chemically dipped? Take a look at the video for an overview of the expertise...READ MORE
Waxed Laces
61″ Waxed laces, sold as a pair
Tri Guards
Ultimate protection when walking to the ice pre race, use in conjunction with cotton soakers to keep your blades in A1 condition. Available in a variety of colours, please ask about the latest stock!
Evo Cotton Soakers
Protect your blades in transport and after sessions from rust, super absorbent cotton lining and nylon outer.
Tungsten de-burring tip
THE most efficient way to remove burr when sharpening your skates! 1-2 runs up the blade cuts off the burr, less top burr = less drag, more speed! Speed Equipment has selected the optimal brand and model for short track blades.
DMT Diamond Burr/Side Stone
DMT diamond side stone 70mm, quickly removes burr when sharpening and smooths out nicks in a blade, guaranteed flat for precision and can be used along with the tungsten carbide cutting tip.
Spyderco Ultra fine mirror polishing stone
The Spyderco 302 ceramic sharpening stone ultra-fine, 302UF is a top-quality ceramic stone made from aluminium oxide (synthetic sapphire) to mirror polish skate hardened skate blades for a very refinied edge and glide. The Ultrafine is one of the most precise and flattest ceramic stones around....READ MORE
Foss Combination Sharpening Stone
The Foss combination stone is one of the most widely used by skaters at all levels. Dual sided to quickly bring up the burr and also prepare the blade with a finer finish Fast cutting hard silicon carbide stone keeps its shape well Open structure...READ MORE
Fastest Short Track Start??
December 1, 2011 • Posted by Tom in Blog • • Comments Off on Fastest Short Track Start??
We all know the importance of a fast start in a 500m and also increasingly in the latter rounds of the 1000m but which style is fastest? The recent article below by Canadian coach Sue Ellis is one of the best out there! Just remember...READ MORE
Maple Glove Extreme, Red and Black
The most comfortable and cut resistant glove from Maple. This glove gives you more warmth and with cut level 4 it’s even more cut resistant then the Maple Glove Protect III. – Leather – MicroMesh – Spectra Cutlevel 4
Skate-Tec Glove Protect
Skate Tec / Evo cut resistant short track glove! Both hands completely protected. Lightweight, good grip and hard wearing. Check images for sizing info guide! – Rubber coated palm. – DyneemaR super fibers. – In accordance with ISU rule 1265. – Stretch Material.
Sebra or Evo Neck Guard
No risk of injury in the neck area! Maple’s neck guard protects against injuries and keeps skaters safe. The materials are according to ISU cut proof regulations. – Aramide super fibers. – Hollow Fiber Technology. – Heat and sweat regulating. – According to ISU regulations....READ MORE
Sebra – Extreme 5th Gen
Maximum protection of the full body. Very flexible, comfortable and cut resistant. Sebra Suit IV Extreme is Sebra’s 5th generation cut-resistant suit offering maximum protection for the entire body. Specially developed for short track, mass-start and marathon skating. Ultra light with very good cut-resistant properties! –...READ MORE
New Rule Changes
November 16, 2011 • Posted by Tom in Blog • • Comments Off on New Rule Changes
2010 Short Track Rule Changes By Susan Ellis There have been significant changes by the ISU to the short track racing rules. These rule changes will drastically change the way skaters conduct themselves in racing. I had an opportunity to see the new rules in...READ MORE
Hello world!
November 15, 2011 • Posted by Tom in Blog • • Comments Off on Hello world!Welcome to the new website for Speed Equipment by Tom Iveson! The very best place to come for Short Track, Long Track, Inline and Cycling shoes by the Worlds best manufacturers. Cutting edge products combined with advice that is second to none is your key...READ MORE
