Parabolic figure skating blades

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Parabolic figure skating blades were first introduced by HD Sports in order to employ new scientific developments in the creation of figure skating blades, which are mounted on the bottoms of skates.

The middle section of parabolic blades is thinner than that of normal blades, while both ends are typically wider than those of regular blades. This translates into less steel and a lighter blade overall.

Their design is meant to improve skaters' blade stability, footwork, and edges. They are available for both figure skaters (aka ice skaters) and ice dancers.

There are other types of blade modifications, as well, such as side honed figure skating blades and tapered figure skating blades.