Monday, December 1, 2008

InLine Hockey Surface - Ice Court Pro

IceCourt Pro was designed to simulate the same feel, skating characteristics and puck behavior as ice hockey while using inline skates. It was designed to be left in place during winter, by freezing it in the ice. It gives the ice a beautiful blue shimmer, without the need for ice paint.


Ice Court Pro floor

“IceCourt is the only surface that is designed specifically for inline hockey.”
Charlie Yoder, Head Coach, USA National Inline Hockey Team

To design a dry Polypropylene surface that has similar skating characteristics as ice while using inline skates is a challenge. The wheel grip must be good, but not too grippy, so that regular hockey stops can be performed and still have enough grip to prevent slipping during tight turns and acceleration. The feedback of many great European ice hockey players were evaluated during the development. A fine balance was found, together with specially formulated material, which became the basis of our patented perforated surface.

To enhance the puck speed on a flat surface, we designed tiny pinheads, which reduce the contact area of the puck, allowing similar speeds and glide characteristics as on ice. The perforation in the floor diffuses the air buildup underneath the puck, preventing it from wobbling during high speed shots.

The combination of a faster puck together with a super fast skating surface has made the game of inline hockey as exciting as ice hockey.

INLINE HOCKEY SURFACE

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