clapskate

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clapskate

ice skate

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speed skating
Equipment and stride style
In 1996 the clapskate was introduced by speed skaters from the Netherlands. The clapskate features a hinge at the toe of the shoe that allows for greater extension and a longer stride. In order to profit as much as possible from every stride, skaters crouch so that their…
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In 1996 the clapskate was introduced by speed skaters from the Netherlands. The clapskate features a hinge at the toe of the shoe that allows for greater extension and a longer stride. In order to profit as much as possible from every stride, skaters crouch so that their…
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