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I'm a new player looking to purchase good hockey skates. I'd appreciate recommendations on the best stores to buy skates (and why) in Minneapolis / the southwest suburbs. I need good advice and a patience sales person, but I also want to find a place with good selection. I've done some research online, but I'd like to try a few pairs to find one that fits well.

I've also read that some stores offer free sharpenings and even free baking with purchase, which offsets the higher cost compared to online stores. However, I haven't found any policies on local stores' websites. It would be great to know what stores offer what with the purchase of new skates.

Thanks in advance.

I'm brand new to hockey. Any suggestions on how often and where to get skates sharpened? I've heard some places are much better than others. Does the type of sharpening matter?

First time player looking for nice set of used gear. Not sure of sizes because I've never played.

6'1", 190 lbs. Helmet is XL.

Let me know if you have anything that would work or if you have suggestions on where I should go. I'm signed up to play in a week!