Fit Guide
Find the right skate for the level you're actually skating
Utilize our Jackson Ultima Fit Guide to help determine which Jackson Ultima skate is the perfect match for your level, as outlined by both Skate Canada and US Figure Skating.
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The official charts
The full-resolution 2026 charts, for pinning to a club noticeboard or sending to a parent.
Step 1
Tell us three things
The charts are organized by program level and by mass, because the boot has to carry the physical demand that will be expected of it.
How to read the numbers
From our point of view, the importance of healthy humans is paramount. We also recognize the weight words hold. We have redefined our charts to reflect that, as well as the reality that we craft products that are subject to the laws of physics. Without getting too technical, the values represent the products we suggest given the physical demand that will be expected of them. We believe in providing the best skating experience for everyone, and that strength and power come in all shapes and sizes.
Step 2
The full charts
| Level | Under 40 lb / 20 kg | 40–80 lb / 20–40 kg | Over 80 lb / 40 kg |
|---|---|---|---|
| CanSkate 1–2 | 150/180 Series, 500 Series, Excel | 500 Series, Excel | Excel, Mystique |
| CanSkate 3–5 | Excel | Excel, Mystique | Excel, Mystique, Artiste, Evo |
| CanSkate 5–6 | Excel, Mystique | Mystique, Artiste, Evo | Mystique, Artiste, Evo |
| StarSkate 1–2 | Mystique, Artiste, Evo | Mystique, Artiste, Evo, Elle | Artiste, Evo, Elle |
| StarSkate 3–5 | Artiste, Evo | Artiste, Evo, Elle | Evo, Elle, Freestyle |
| StarSkate 5–10 | Artiste, Evo, Elle | Elle, Freestyle | Elle, Freestyle |
| Level | Under 40 lb / 20 kg | 40–80 lb / 20–40 kg | Over 80 lb / 40 kg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snowplow | Softec, 500 Series, Excel | Softec, 500 Series, Excel | Excel, Mystique |
| Basic 1–3 | 500 Series, Excel | Excel, Mystique | Excel, Mystique, Artiste, Evo |
| Basic 4–6 | Excel, Mystique | Mystique, Artiste, Evo | Mystique, Artiste, Evo, Elle |
| Pre-Free to Free Skate 1 | Mystique, Artiste, Evo | Mystique, Artiste, Evo, Elle | Evo, Elle |
| Free Skate 2–4 | Artiste, Evo, Elle | Elle, Freestyle | Elle, Freestyle |
| Free Skate 5–6 | Artiste, Evo, Elle | Elle, Freestyle | Freestyle |
| Mass / jumps | Singles | Doubles | Triples / Quads |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 60 lb / 30 kg | Flex, Entré | Flex, Entré | Debut, Synergy Spark |
| 60–115 lb / 30–58 kg | Flex, Entré, Debut | Debut, Premiere, 5000 Series, Synergy Spark, Synergy Ignite | Premiere, 5000 Series, Synergy Spark, Synergy Ignite |
| Over 115 lb / 58 kg | Entré, Debut | Premiere, 5000 Series, Synergy Spark, Synergy Ignite | 5000 Series, Synergy Ignite, Synergy Torch |
| Jumps | Blades |
|---|---|
| Singles | Aspire XP, Legacy, Matrix Legacy |
| Doubles | Legacy, Matrix Legacy, Apex Advanced, Matrix Advanced, Matrix RXS |
| Triples / Quads | Apex Advanced, Matrix Advanced, Matrix RXS |
| Mass | Skates |
|---|---|
| Under 60 lb / 30 kg | Elle, Freestyle |
| Over 60 lb / 30 kg | Freestyle |
Please note: these charts are meant only as a guideline to help you choose a model. Selection of product should be made in consultation with your authorized Jackson Ultima Retailer who will also assess current skates being used.
Step 3
Then see a skate tech
The above charts are a guideline to help you choose a model. Selection of product should be made in consultation with your Authorized Jackson Dealers and their experienced Skate Technicians.
These Skate Technicians have been trained and have a wide range of extensive experience in boot fitting and modifications, including:
- Initial needs evaluation and fitting
- Experience in heat-molding boots for a “custom fit”
- Proper blade mounting, sharpening and routine maintenance
Trust your trained Skate Tech to ensure a great fit!
Length first
A good skate fit is often down one size from regular shoe sizing, though this is also determined by the width of the foot.
Then the heel
With the foot pressed forward, there should be no more than an index finger behind the heel. Too much room can be as detrimental as skates that are too tight.