Stainless steel blades

Longer-lasting edges. Smooth glide.

Stainless steel blades are harder than traditional carbon blades, which means the edges don’t dull as quickly. This allows for longer intervals between sharpenings, maintaining an optimal rocker for longer.

They also offer a smoother glide. Since they are harder, they sink less in the ice and result in a better glide. They "float" more than carbon steel blades and have less "feel".

Stainless steel is also less affected by moisture, rust is not an issue. No need to religiously wipe your blades after practice.

Stainless steel blades tend to be louder on the ice because they transmit more vibration. This can be more noticeable during stroking, edges, and turns.

Manufacturers work to reduce this by adding features like slight flares in the blade profile to help dampen vibration. Boot choice also has an impact — certain boots can amplify sound, while others help absorb it.