Should I be sharpening my new goalie skates? The answer to that is yes, new skates should always be sharpened, especially if you've purchased them online. There are ways to check if your skates are sharp, but as a rule of thumb, we should always start with a fresh edge.

Are skates supposed to be sharp?

Your hockey skates should be sharp enough to ensure the blades have bite and allow you to turn and stop with confidence. Sharp edges mean that the inside and outside edges of your skate blade are razor-thin, clean and without burrs or nicks.

How often should you sharpen goalie skates?

It is also important to have your blades sharpened regularly—about every 6-8 hours of practice or game time is ideal.