Have you bought skates online? Online skate shopping is convenient — Amazon, hockey shops, marketplace deals… You name it. But here’s the truth nobody tells you: Most skates purchased online are NOT ready to skate right out of the box. Not because they’re “bad”… but because they usually need a proper setup before they touch the ice. That’s where we come in. Why online-bought skates still need local help Even brand-new skates often show up with one or more of these issues: Fac

If you are on the fence about profiling your blades, I wouldn't be. It may require some testing, but the performance benefits are undeniable!

At SchwendiSharpens, precision isn’t just a promise—it’s a process. Skate profiling is one of the most overlooked yet transformative ways to enhance your skates' performance on the ice. Whether you’re chasing faster transitions, carving deep turns as a defenseman, or chasing breakaways, the right blade profile can completely change your edge control, speed, and stability. Your blade profile determines how your skate works with  you—or against you. In this post, we’ll explore

A Family-Driven Mission SchwendiSharpens was born from one simple truth: when our kids got into hockey and figure skating, we realized...

When it comes to skate sharpening, there’s no shortage of opinions. Locker rooms, pro shops, and even well-meaning parents pass along...

If your blades are the engine of your skating, depth of hollow (DOH)  is your gear ratio. Get it right and you’ll feel locked-in when you...