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Both blade skates and ice skates are broadly considered to be shoes used for skating, but they differ significantly in design and purpose.
Design and Construction:
Skates: The sole of a skate is a sharp blade, usually used for skating on ice. The design of skates varies depending on the skating sport. For example, figure skates have short blades with serrated "teeth" at the front, which are used for technical movements such as jumping and spinning, while ice hockey skates have short, curved blades with a sturdy and wear-resistant blade, which is suitable for running and standing in ice hockey games.
Skates: The term may broadly include skates, roller skates, and inline skates. But in this comparison, if it is understood as a more general type of skating equipment as opposed to skates, it may refer to shoes with relatively simple designs that are suitable for a variety of skating activities (including skating on ice and off ice). However, in the professional skating world, the term "blade shoes" is often used more specifically to refer to shoes used for skating on ice.
Purpose:
Blade shoes: Specially used for skating on ice, suitable for ice sports such as figure skating, speed skating, short track speed skating and ice hockey.
Skates (broadly defined): If understood as a general term for skating equipment, they may be used for skating activities on ice and off ice. However, in a professional context, "skates" and "blade shoes" are usually not confused.
Protection and safety:
Blade shoes are often designed to focus more on ankle protection (such as the high waist design of figure skates) and the safety of ice blades (such as the blade protector of ice hockey skates).
Skates in a broad sense may vary in protection and safety depending on type and purpose.
In summary, ice skates are shoes specifically used for skating on ice, and they have different designs and structures depending on the skating event; while ice skates may include many types of skating equipment in a broad sense, but they are usually not confused with ice skates in a professional context. When purchasing and using them, you should choose the right shoes according to the specific skating event and needs.
