We offer 4 Flat Bottom V cut sizes:Blackstone 100/50: This selection is good for skaters who are currently skating
on hollows in the 1/2-9/16" range. Also called the FBV 9/16. Our most popular cut. If you're just starting out with Flat Bottom V, this is the cut to try! Blackstone 100/75: This cut is good for skaters who are currently skating on hollows in the 3/8-1/2" range. Also called the FVB 1/2. This is the cut that Rob skates on -- it's fast but provides increased edge performance for a lighter-weight skater. Blackstone 90/50: This selection is good for skaters who are currently skating on hollows in the 3/4-7/8" range. Also called the FBV 3/4 Blackstone 90/75: This selection is good for skaters who are currently skating on hollows in the 5/8-3/4" range. Also called the FBV 5/8 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Other FBV cuts are out there, which are included for sake of completeness. If you need or really want one of these, contact
us & let us know. Blackstone 80/50: This selection is good for skaters who are currently skating on hollows in the 7/8-1" range. Also called the FBV 1. Blackstone 90/1: This setting provided bite in between the FBV9/16 and the FBV 5/8 and is closer to a 9/16"hollow. Blackstone 100/1: This cut is good for goalies who like an extreme grip and will
provide edge similar to the 5/16-3/8" range. Not recommend for players
unless the FBV1/2 does not provide enough bite for you. Also known as FBV3/8 |  Flat Bottom V cuts definedDEPTH MEASUREMENT: Hollow depth is comprised of two measurements: 1.) width of base and 2.) height of spiked edges BASE WIDTHS: Shorter widths allow less steel on the ice for increased glide; longer widths allow more for better traction. |
