Why Maple Skates Still Rule the Speed Skating Rink
If you've ever stepped onto a competitive ice oval, you know that maple skates have a reputation that precedes them. For years, that iconic orange and gold color scheme was basically the uniform for anyone who wanted to stand on a podium. Whether you were a short-track specialist or a long-track distance grinder, seeing that maple leaf logo on a pair of boots or blades meant business. Even though the brand has gone through some serious changes over the last decade, the legacy they left behind is still felt every time a skater carves into a corner. ...