What good is the perfect boot without the perfect blade to go along with it? We’re here to help you understand how to pick the blade that is right for your boot with our Blade of the Month! This month we will be highlighting the Astra.

The Astra blade is a member of Riedell’s Eclipse family. Complementing your ability to customize your Riedell skates any way you please, from the color to the boot and blade pair, the Astra blade can be purchased separately to accompany any boot that you desire. However, if you’re unsure about the best boot to pair it with we recommend the 255 Motion, 229 Edge or 910 Flair.

Our Astra is the entry-level blade in the Eclipse line. It is made of 1060 carbon spring steel with an aggressive rake pattern which coaches prefer for their beginning and developing students. With high-quality steel, proven rocker profile and preferred pick pattern, the Astra packs a lot of punch for the price.

This specs below will help you decide if the Astra is the right blade for you:

• Rocker: 7’
• Suggested R.O.H.: 5/8”
• Sizes: 8”-12”
• Style: Parallel

Check out all of the awesome features that accompany the Astra blade and any other member of the Eclipse blade family. No other blade offers as many features!

• Heat Tempered
• Full Silver Welds
• Right and Left Sole Plates
• Computer Controlled Chrome Relief
• Chrome-Free Toe Picks
• Mirror Finish Chrome Plating
• Foam Packaging and Polishing Cloth
• Designed for Custom R.O.H.
• Made in North America
• 60-Day No-Questions-Asked Full Refund Guarantee

Do you have questions about the Astra blade? Ask away in the comments below!

Happy skating!

2 Comments

Riedell Skates

Hi Daryl

Either blade is appropriate for your skater’s skill level. I would ask your coach if there is a preference for a cross-milled pick or straight-cut pick. That’s the big difference between the two blades. The cross-milled pick on the Cosmos is a popular feature that gives better adhesion to the ice because of the increased area and points on the ice. The blades both have a seven-foot primary rocker radius and will be very agile and maneuverable on the ice.

Please let us know if we can answer any more questions. Thanks!