FAQ

About EDGE

What is EDGE?

EDGE is a complete inline figure skating system for ice figure skaters training off ice. Four wheels, every rocker axle independently adjustable. A world first. Picks matched to ice. Indoor and outdoor wheels included.

Who is EDGE for?

Ice figure skaters who want to train off ice without compromising their technique. Inline figure skaters. Coaches. Parents of developing skaters who want more training hours without depending entirely on ice access. Creators who want to earn through the sport they already skate.

Why four wheels?

An ice blade has three balance zones. Toe pick area. Centre. Heel.

Three wheels create two balance zones. The centre wheel is a pivot, not a stable skating zone.

Four wheels create three balance zones. Front, centre, rear.

Three wheels give two. Four wheels give three. Ice requires three. This is geometry, not opinion.

Is EDGE inline or ice?

EDGE is an inline figure skating frame system. It mounts onto figure skating boots using universal figure skating boot mounting, the same boot type used for ice skating. No additional boot purchase required if you already own figure skating boots.

What is included with EDGE?

Everything needed to skate from the box:

• EDGE frames (one pair)
• 8 precision rocker axles
• 2 sets of EDGE picks (matched to frame size)
• 2 jam plugs
• 8 indoor dual durometer wheels (82A outer, 85A inner)
• 8 outdoor dual durometer wheels (85A outer, 82A inner)
• ABEC-9 bearings and spacers pre-installed in every wheel
• Screws and multi-tool
• Founder card with QR code to the ONE Blades app
• 3 branded stickers

Worldwide priority shipping included.

What is ONE DROP?

Every frame in the founding batch is laser-etched ONE DROP. The 350 ONE DROP frames are the only frames that will ever carry this etching. Every future production batch carries its own etching. ONE DROP marks the founding batch, permanently.

What proof is there that four wheels performs better than three for figure skating?

Twizzles are the clearest example. On ice, twizzles happen on the centre of the blade. On four wheels, they happen on the centre two wheels. Stable pivot. Five, six, seven rotations continuously.

On three wheels there is no centre balance zone. You rock forward or backward with every rotation. One or two twizzles is typically the limit before the geometry works against you.

That is not a skill gap. It is a design gap.

The same principle applies to edges, spins, and jump landings. Anywhere ice skating relies on continuous balance through the centre of the blade.

Sizing and fit

How does sizing work?

EDGE frames are sized by boot sole length in millimetres, not shoe size. Measure the sole of your skating boot from heel to toe before ordering. Each frame size covers a range of four boot sizes, which means growing skaters can use the same frame across multiple seasons. Full guidance on the Sizing Guide page.

Do I need special boots?

No. EDGE is compatible with figure skating boots when mounted correctly. Professional mounting is always recommended.

What boots are compatible?

EDGE uses universal figure skating boot mounting and is compatible with figure skating boots. If you are unsure whether your boots are compatible, contact support before ordering.

Can I adjust where the frame sits under my boot?

Yes. EDGE has a small mounting footprint by design. The frame can be positioned slightly inside or outside centre depending on your anatomy and skating style. Correct frame alignment directly affects edge quality and comfort.

What pick comes with my frame?

Every EDGE ships with 2 sets of picks matched to your frame size. 210mm and 230mm frames ship with mini picks. 250mm, 270mm, and 290mm frames ship with regular picks. The smaller frame geometry requires the shorter pick to maintain correct heel-to-pick relationship. Replacements available from Drop Two.

Skating and performance

What surfaces can I skate on?

EDGE works on smooth indoor surfaces such as sports hall floors and Canadian maple roller rink surfaces, and on smooth outdoor surfaces such as polished concrete. Both wheel sets are included with every system.

Why do the indoor and outdoor wheels have different constructions?

Both wheel sets use a dual durometer construction with the hardness reversed depending on the surface.

Indoor wheels have an 82A outer and an 85A inner. The softer outer provides grip and edge feel on sealed sports hall floors. The stiffer inner core maintains structure and speed.

Outdoor wheels reverse this. 85A outer for durability on harder outdoor surfaces. 82A inner for cushioning and comfort.

Both are single wheels with dual construction, not two separate wheels.

Do I need to change wheels when switching between indoor and outdoor skating?

Yes. Indoor and outdoor wheels are constructed for different surfaces. Swapping is straightforward with the included multi-tool. Both sets are included with every EDGE system.

What are ABEC-9 bearings?

ABEC-9 is a high precision bearing grade. Higher grade bearings roll more smoothly and consistently, which matters particularly in figure skating where precision at slower speeds is essential. ABEC-9 bearings come pre-installed in every wheel as standard.

What are jam plugs?

Jam plugs replace the pick entirely. They sit flush with the frame and remove the pick, changing how the skate feels and moves underfoot. Used by skaters exploring inline figure skating without a pick, particularly for dance elements. One pair of jam plugs is included as standard.

How does the rocker adjustment work on EDGE?

EDGE is the only inline figure skating frame in the world with an adjustable rocker axle on every wheel.

Every wheel height can be adjusted independently through its rocker axle. The skater controls the full rocker profile across the entire frame. The rocker can be adjusted to match the skater's ice blade setup.

Different blades have different rocker radii. Different skaters carry their weight differently. A fixed geometry frame assumes every skater is identical. They are not.

What about heel elevation?

EDGE cannot match an ice blade exactly. Correct setup is as low as possible without catching on deep edges, turns, or crossovers.

What design considerations went into the EDGE pick?

The pick needs to satisfy two competing requirements. It must be small enough to stay clear during deep edges and crossovers, but large enough to provide a reliable contact surface for jumps and spins. The angle ensures the skater contacts the whole pick surface during spins rather than just an edge of it. Developed through testing across every frame on the market.

Why should an ice figure skater train on inline?

Ice time is expensive and limited. Inline figure skating allows skaters to work on jumps, spins, footwork, and edges away from the ice, extending training hours without the cost of ice time. On a frame that replicates ice blade geometry, skaters maintain and develop real skills between ice sessions rather than simply staying active. A practical training tool, not a compromise.

Is skating on EDGE safe?

All skating carries inherent risk. ONE Blades products are designed and tested for performance and durability, but proper mounting, correct setup, and responsible use are essential. Professional mounting is always recommended.

Real questions before you buy

These come from real skaters asking what EDGE is actually like in their life, not in perfect conditions. Honest answers.

I live far from a rink. Is EDGE worth it for me?

This is exactly who EDGE is for. Ice time is expensive, limited, and often far away. EDGE lets you keep working jumps, spins, edges, and footwork between ice sessions, or all year if the rink is hours away. It does not turn every surface into ice. What it does is give you real training time on a frame built to match ice blade geometry, on a smooth surface near you.

Can I skate on tennis or netball courts?

Often yes. Smooth, sealed sport-court surfaces and smooth concrete work well with the outdoor wheels. Avoid rough, cracked, wet, or gritty surfaces. If a court is smooth, dry, clean, and flat, it is usually a good outdoor option.

Will EDGE damage a wooden or polished floor?

Sometimes, yes. It depends on the floor. The wheels are rarely the issue. The pick is the risk. On polished, varnished, or painted floors a pick can mark the surface or lift the finish. Always ask the venue first. Test a small area if you are allowed. If damage would be expensive, do not guess. A roller rink, a smooth sports hall, or smooth outdoor concrete is the safer choice.

Can I skate in a dance studio?

Only with the owner's permission, and only after checking the floor. Painted and sealed dance floors can mark under a pick, and many studios have their own rules about wheels. Ask first. If pick contact is a concern, jam plugs remove the pick entirely and make the skate gentler on the floor, though you lose pick elements while they are fitted.

How do I ask a venue if I can skate there?

Send something simple and honest. For example:

Hi, I skate on inline figure skates with rubber wheels and a small front pick. I would like to check whether your floor is suitable for this. I will keep my wheels clean and dry, and I am happy to test a small area carefully first. Are wheeled skates allowed on your floor?

How long do the wheels last?

It depends on the surface and how much you skate. Rough concrete wears wheels faster. Smooth indoor floors barely touch them. The honest answer is we would rather give you the factors than invent an hour count. The outdoor wheels are 85A, a hard-wearing compound. Rotate them as they shrink to keep the wear even.

How long do the picks last?

Longer than most people expect. Across heavy indoor and outdoor skating, a set of picks lasts a long time before it needs changing. Wear depends on how much you jump, spin, and stop, and on the surface. When a pick wears down, you adjust the pick height to keep your heel-to-pick relationship correct, then replace it when needed.

Can I use wheels from other brands?

Yes. Any standard inline wheel in your frame's wheel size will fit. You are not locked into ONE Blades wheels. We make wheels matched to the frame, but the choice stays yours.

Does adding rocker make EDGE slower?

In a straight line, a little. A flat setup is fastest because more wheels touch the floor at once. More rocker means fewer wheels down, which trades some speed for turning and control. Figure skating is not speed skating. If your only goal is speed, stay flat. If your goal is figure skating, rocker matters, and EDGE lets you set the rocker on every wheel to suit you.

Can I do my spins, turns, and jumps on EDGE?

Yes. Edges, turns, and jumps transfer directly. Spins need a small adjustment. On an upright spin you lean slightly to the inside and work small back-inside loops, rather than spinning on a clean outside edge as you would on a blade. Most skaters pick it up quickly. Do not judge it by the first five minutes.

Will training on EDGE help my ice skating?

Yes, and partly because it is less forgiving. You cannot slide sideways or hide sloppy technique on wheels. That forces clean knee bend, honest edges, and a strong rise through your turns. Those habits carry straight back to the ice.

Will the ice feel strange when I go back?

If you spend a long stretch only on wheels, the first few minutes back can feel different, because a blade is far narrower than four wheels. You adjust quickly. Skaters who mix both rarely notice it at all.

What if I order the wrong size?

EDGE is sized by boot sole length, not shoe size. Measure your boot sole heel to toe and use the Sizing Guide, or send us photos before you order and we will confirm the size with you. Unmounted frames are covered by the 14-Day Performance Return, so a sizing mistake on an unmounted frame is recoverable.

Can I send boot photos before I order?

Yes. If you are unsure about sizing, mounting, or whether your boots are compatible, email support@oneblades.one with photos of your boots and tell us where you plan to skate. We would rather help you choose than have you guess.

Can I mount EDGE to older boots?

Yes. EDGE uses universal figure skating boot mounting and fits figure skating boots, including older ones, when mounted correctly. Professional mounting is always recommended.

The four realms

EDGE is available in four colourways. Equal status. Available across the full founding batch.

AETHER — cyan blue. Sacred lineage.

GLACIER — silver. Meditative stillness.

OBSIDIAN — black. Solitary precision.

CRUCIBLE — red. Performance presence.

Founder Edition

What is Founder Edition?

The rarest version of EDGE. Sold during the founding drop only. Never repeated.

50 pairs per release. Pair 01.01 belongs to Adam, never sold. 49 pairs available for sale, numbered 01.02 through 01.50. $599.99 per pair. $200 from every pair goes to the Skater Fund.

What configurations are available?

Three options.

Four-realm split: one frame CRUCIBLE and OBSIDIAN, one frame AETHER and GLACIER.

AETHER and GLACIER pair: both frames cyan and silver.

CRUCIBLE and OBSIDIAN pair: both frames red and black.

What is etched on the frame?

FOUNDER EDITION EDGE 01.[XX], where XX is your unique pair number from 02 through 50. The number on your frame exists exactly once in the world.

Why is pair 01.01 not for sale?

Pair 01.01 belongs to Adam Jukes, the founder of ONE Blades. The same applies in every future Founder Edition release across every product line ONE Blades will ever make.

What is included with Founder Edition?

The same components as standard EDGE. The differences are the anodized colourway, the etched pair number, and the configuration options.

Can I have my name or initials etched on the frame?

No. The etching is FOUNDER EDITION EDGE 01.XX and nothing else. The pair number is the artifact.

How are pair numbers assigned?

Sequentially by purchase order. Pair 01.07 exists exactly once. Pair 01.23 exists exactly once. If pair number matters to you, order earlier in the founding drop window.

When does Founder Edition ship?

Founder Edition is a pre-order. Production begins after the founding drop closes. Delivery approximately nine weeks after the founding drop closes, with the next production batch.

Shipping and delivery

When will my order ship?

Standard EDGE ships from the founding batch from May 2026. Most orders dispatch within 2 business days of placement. Most orders then arrive within 4 to 10 days, depending on your destination and how quickly local customs clears. Some destinations are faster: recent orders to the UAE, UK, and US have arrived in 3 to 5 days. These are estimates from real orders, not guarantees.

If you are charged import duties or VAT, the first delivery date UPS shows after you pay can be optimistic and will correct itself once the parcel leaves the origin facility. See "Why did my UPS delivery date change after I paid import fees?" below.

Founder Edition is a pre-order. Delivery approximately nine weeks after the founding drop closes, with the next production batch.

Where do you ship?

ONE Blades currently ships to 44 countries. Worldwide priority shipping included on every order. Full list on the Shipping page. If your country is not listed, contact support and we will register your interest as we expand shipping.

Will I need to pay import duties or VAT?

Depending on your country, local customs may charge import duties or VAT on international orders. These charges are set by your local customs authority, not by ONE Blades.

If charges apply, UPS will contact you directly to request payment before delivery. Payment goes to UPS, not to ONE Blades. The delivery date UPS shows after you pay is an auto-generated estimate and may shift once your parcel is scanned out of the origin facility.

Any verified import duty or VAT you pay is returned to you as ONE Blades store credit. See "Why did my UPS delivery date change after I paid import fees?" for details on the delivery date behavior.

How much is import duty in my country?

Below are the figures reported by EDGE owners so far. You pay the amount shown on arrival, then send the receipt to support@oneblades.one and the full amount comes back as ONE Blades store credit for any future order.

Local currency is what you pay on arrival. USD figures are approximate and move with exchange rates. Paying any duty online when notified avoids the courier handling fee. More countries added as we ship to them.

Does ONE Blades add extra fees after checkout?

No. The price shown at checkout is the price you pay to ONE Blades.

What happens if I am charged import duties or VAT?

Send the receipt to support@oneblades.one. Once verified, the full amount is returned as ONE Blades store credit for use on any future order. This is part of our commitment to being skater first.

Is store credit automatic?

No. Store credit is issued manually after review and verification of proof of payment.

Why did my UPS delivery date change after I paid import fees?

When you pay import fees, UPS auto-generates an estimated delivery date based on the time you paid, not on where your parcel physically is. If your parcel is still in Hong Kong at that moment, the first date UPS shows can be unrealistically soon.

Once your parcel is scanned out of the origin facility, UPS recalculates using actual movement data and the date updates to a realistic window. The corrected date is the accurate one. Nothing is wrong with your parcel.

Returns and warranty

Is there a warranty?

Yes. EDGE frames are covered by a Lifetime Engineering Warranty against manufacturing defects for the original purchaser when purchased directly from oneblades.one. Consumable parts, normal wear, incorrect mounting, misuse, and second-hand purchases are not covered.

What is the 14-Day Performance Return?

Unused and unmounted frames can be returned within 14 days of delivery for a full refund. Return shipping costs and any import charges are the customer's responsibility. Used or mounted frames are not eligible.

I am in the EU. What are my cancellation rights?

If you are in the European Union, you have a legal right to withdraw from your order within 14 days of receiving it, for any reason. This applies even if you have tried the frames. You are free to check them the way you would in a shop. If the frames come back with wear beyond what is needed to check them, we may reduce your refund to reflect the drop in value.

To withdraw, use the withdrawal function on the website, or email support@oneblades.one with your order number and the words EU withdrawal. We confirm receipt by email. Send the frames back within 14 days of telling us. Return shipping is the customer's responsibility. We refund within 14 days of receiving the frames back, or sooner with proof they are on their way, to your original payment method. This right is in addition to the 14-Day Performance Return, not instead of it.

Can I cancel my order?

Once placed, orders enter the fulfilment queue and cannot be cancelled. If you receive your order and decide it is not for you, the standard 14-day return policy applies. Frames must be unused and unmounted.

If you are in the European Union, you have a legal right to withdraw from your order within 14 days of receiving it, for any reason, even if you have tried the frames. See "I am in the EU. What are my cancellation rights?" below.

Can I resell my EDGE?

Yes. Frames can be resold, but warranty coverage, creator status, and all original purchaser benefits do not transfer to the new owner.

The funding architecture

Every order funds the movement. Four pillars, all live.

What is the Creator Program?

The economic engine that turns owners into distributors. Skaters share what they own and earn from referred sales. Commission starts at 10 percent and scales to 25 percent based on lifetime referred revenue. Permanent attribution. Lifetime tier progression. No resets. No quotas. Open to any EDGE owner.

What is the Skater Fund?

Skates for skaters who can't afford them. Three contribution routes.

$200 from every Founder Edition pair sold.

100 percent of every Skater Fund Contribution product order on oneblades.one.

Creator commissions donated via the Skater Fund creator link.

Every $400 in the fund ships one full EDGE system to a skater nominated by their coach. Coaches must own EDGE and be registered on coachfinder.one. Both, not negotiable. Recipients become creators automatically.

What is Pay It Forward?

Direct purchase channel for skaters who want to fund a system for someone who cannot afford one. Email adam@oneblades.one with subject "Pay It Forward." You buy a complete EDGE system at full price. The system is delivered directly to a real skater on the list. No overhead. No process delay.

What are World Firsts?

World Firsts recognise verified first-ever achievements performed on EDGE. Skaters who achieve verified World Firsts are permanently recorded on onebladesrecords.one.

Three categories. Milestone World Firsts (First Triple Axel, First Quad Jump, First Quad Throw) earn $1,000 cash plus a Creator Program tier bump. Pair Milestones split the cash equally. Standard World Firsts earn a tier bump. True World Firsts (first-ever skill in inline figure skating, never landed before) earn a tier bump.

Career cap: every skater earns a maximum of two tier bumps from World Firsts lifetime. After the cap, additional World Firsts still earn Hall of Fame entry, certificate, permanent recognition, and cash if it is a Milestone.

Support

Who do I contact for support?

For any shipping, returns, warranty, or general questions, contact support@oneblades.one. We respond personally.