Skates, guards, socks, and laces are available for purchase. He is a dealer for Edea Skates which typically are an investment once your skater’s feet stop growing. He also sells Scott Hamilton skates which are great for skaters in basic skills. If you have any questions Jan is a great resource of information. He also has tools to be able to punch out areas that are causing blisters. Skates should be comfortable. Storing skates without the hard guards on also helps them to not rust. Rusted blades can be sharpened by Jan to improve them. Skaters will struggle if they are skating on rusty blades. Sharp skates help prevent falling and allow skaters to use their skates correctly.