Ice Roller Hockey

Sport Surfaces for Roller Hockey and other Roller Sports

Roller Hockey is a fun sport and a great alternative to Ice Hockey during the summer, and in regions that do not get freezing temperatures to provide frozen outdoor playing surfaces. Some communities have public facilities that are designated for roller sports like inline hockey and skateboarding. There are even roller hockey leagues in many areas of the U.S and other countries.

There are only a few surfacing options when it comes to roller hockey. The ideal playing surface must be smooth to allow the puck to glide across the surface. Rough surfaces can also cause premature wear of the skate wheels. Asphalt and Concrete are commonly used, but they still lack the desired level of smoothness. Tennis and basketball surfaces are also textured, so they are not the answer either.

Since the 1990's, some manufacturers of acrylic sport surfaces have been producing specialty surfaces for roller hockey, skateboarding, and other multi-use recreational areas. These coating systems are made from more durable acrylic resins that can stand up to the abuse of roller sports. Unlike other sports surfaces, these coatings are not mixed with silica sand so the playing surfaces are customized for roller blades, skateboard wheels, and pucks. Skate coating systems are generally acrylic based, and available in multiple colors. The most common surface colors for inline hockey are ice blue and gray, with red, white, and blue lines.

Not only do acrylic sport surfacing systems provide ideal playing conditions, but they also act as a high-quality pavement sealer. The coating systems protect the pavement from sun's ultraviolet rays, moisture, and other environmental enemies. This is a great way to extend the life of your facility and protect your investment for years to come.

Very little maintenance is required on acrylic roller hockey surfaces. General cleaning with brooms, blowers, and pressure washers to remove debris will prevent excessive abrasion and surface wear. When using a pressure washer, make sure not to exceed 70 p.s.i. or surface damage could occur. Should cracks appear in the pavement, acrylic crack sealants and patching products are available to repair the surface.

Acrylic skate systems can be used on indoor or outdoor skating rinks, in any climate in the world. If you would like to find out more about acrylic roller hockey surfacing systems, search the internet for an acrylic roller hockey surface manufacturer. They can also help you locate installers to provide free estimates for surfacing or construction of a roller hockey rink.

About the Author

Jeff Gearheart is the director of SportMaster Sport Surfaces. SportMaster manufactures acrylic tennis court surfaces and repair products. Visit our website at http://www.sportmaster.net/contact.shtml

Hockey, a popular sport for all

Hockey was previously known as the ‘ball and stick' game, played since
ancient times in places such as Rome, Egypt and South America. The
term ‘hockie' was coined by the Irish, which has filtered its way
through to today's generation. Field hockey has since evolved to
include ice hockey and roller hockey, both extremely popular sports.
Ice hockey became prevalent in the early nineteen hundreds in many
parts of Europe, including the United Kingdom. The National Hockey
League began back in 1917-1918 with a tumultuous start but has grown
over the years to become recognised worldwide.

Both roller hockey and ice hockey are popular sports, with ice hockey
enjoying a huge following all over the world. Special protective gear
is required as hockey is a contact sport and head injuries are
particularly common. All ages take part in hockey tournaments and
protective gear must be worn by all ages at all levels. Many of these
young players have high hopes and expectations of playing
professionally as young adults. The countries that experience really
cold winters, with lots of icy surfaces, are ideal places for
youngsters to practice their ice hockey tactics.

Whichever type of hockey is played, special ice skates are required.
For roller hockey you would need to purchase roller skates or inline
skates which can either be traditional quad skates or roller blades.
Finding a supplier who will be able to provide protective gear as well
as the roller blades is essential as protective wear is an absolute
must in this sport, even in friendly games.

Here at Skates.co.uk we have a wide range of ice skates, including
hockey skates. We are able to advise on the fit of the boot, as well
as exchange them if the fit isn't right. We stock kids skates at all
prices to enable you to find anything from a lower priced pair of
skates to a top range skate.

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