Elite Notorious Blade Soakers

Yes. The inner terry lining is designed to wick away residual moisture immediately after you step off the ice, which is the primary cause of rust. By keeping the steel dry while stored in your bag, they significantly extend the life of your sharpening.

No, these are strictly for storage and transport. The soft terry material is not designed for walking on concrete or rubber flooring, and doing so will quickly wear through the fabric and potentially damage your blades.

Hard plastic guards are designed for walking between the locker room and the ice, while these soakers are specifically engineered for moisture management. You should use hard guards to walk, then switch to these soakers once you are ready to pack your skates away.

These are specifically designed for hockey skate blades. While they might slide onto some figure skate blades, the fit may not be secure due to the different blade profile and toe pick configuration.

Because they are made with a terry lining, they are machine washable. We recommend washing them on a gentle cycle with cold water and letting them air dry to maintain the integrity of the reinforced polypropylene band.