Mounting boots to different plates
I need to replace a set of boots that are no longer being produced (boots rotting and feet grew) and I would prefer to use the same boot because I’ve been skating on them since 1986.
I have found a gently used set of slightly larger boots for sale which have been previously mounted to a different size and style plate.
What type of problems should I expect if mounting a size 7 Ultimate SST plate to boots that previously were mounted to size 8 Sure Grip plates...and are they easily overcome?
i think the rear mounting holes are close, but not in exactly the right place. The front holes won’t be even remotely in the same place.
(Hi, First post on the new site.)
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Care to identify the boots you are working on?? Would help me help you a lot I am sure.
oops! Sorry
RS-100 / Riedell 125
Well, I was going to try and get picture of the bolt holes, but when he pulled the boots out of the box they were a larger size than he thought they were. That’s not going to work.
I guess it’s time to “upgrade” to a set of 265s.
I’m fortunate that I found out the fella who always built my skates didn’t retire at 65. Building skates around this section of the country is becoming a lost art.
Good luck!!