HCS is an entry-level, bargain-priced Nordic blade that's compatible with Rottefella and Salomon screw-in bindings, both skate and backcountry. The reinforced aluminum deck makes it stiff yet lightweight, so skating is a breeze. As with all Nordic skates, the blade curves up at the front, helping you skate safely across bumps, cracks and snow-covered ice. Blades are made in the Netherlands from high-carbon spring steel with a hardness of 56 Rc, a thickness of 1.25 mm, and a radius of 35 meters.
Bare blades come factory-sharpened, but they do not include XC bindings. Instead, blades are pre-drilled for screw-on XC bindings. With the included mounting hardware kit, you can install any of the following bindings: Rottefella Rollerski Skate, Rottefella Sport Skate, Rottefella NNN-BC Manual, Salomon Prolink or Salomon BC Outside.
If you would like us to install bindings for you, please add the bindings to your shopping cart, and then add installation: https://nordicskater.com/products/labor-tech
Zandstra HCS comes in the following sizes:
43 M (17.5") is ideal for skaters up to 5'8" with boot size up to 42
45 L (19") is ideal for skaters 5'9" and taller with boot size 43 or larger
Note: On rough, bumpy or soft ice, longer blades may perform better.
More information at https://www.nordicskaters.org/nordic-blades
Boot recommendations: (See our boot sizing chart)
Alpina T40 and Alpina Race Skate are affordably-priced skate boots with warmth, comfort and plenty of ankle support. Compatible with skate bindings including Rottefella Rollerski Skate, Rottefella Sport Skate and Salomon Prolink
Alpina Alaska BC is a rugged, supportive back-country boot with a non-slip hiking sole optimized for walking long distances from the parking lot to the ice. Compatible with back-country bindings including Rottefella NNN-BC Manual and Salomon BC Outside.
See also:
Ermine AK2 Nordic Skates bare
Ermine L10 Nordic Skates bare
Isvidda Nordic Skates bare
Skyllermarks Nordic Skates bare
Zandstra NIS Nordic Skates bare
Zandstra Tango Nordic Skates bare
NOTE! Don’t forget to also buy ice claws – essential for anyone venturing onto outdoor natural ice.
