Riding Rush Ice Skate Soakers (1 Pair, Dreamy Rainbow Faux Fur): Review & Buy Guide

Every skater learns the same lesson eventually, usually the expensive way. You finish a session, toss your skates into the bag still cold and damp, drive home, and forget about them until the next rink night. A few days later you open the bag and the freshly sharpened blades you paid good money for are speckled with rust. That sharp bite into the ice is gone, and the fix is another trip to the sharpener — or worse, dealing with pitting that never fully comes out.

Blade care does not need to be complicated. It comes down to a simple routine: wipe the blades dry, cover them with something absorbent, and let them breathe until the next skate. The Riding Rush Ice Skate Soakers are built around exactly that routine. This one-pair set of plush blade covers combines a dreamy rainbow faux fur exterior with 10g of added padding and a soft absorbent lining, and the elastic design stretches over figure and hockey skate blades up to 12 inches long.

In this guide we walk through the problem these soakers solve, why it matters for your blades and your wallet, exactly what to look for in a soaker (and how this pair measures against each criterion), what to make of the absence of review data, and where to buy. By the end, you should know whether this AUD 35.99 pair deserves a spot in your skate bag.

The Problem

Moisture Is the Enemy of Every Skate Blade

Steel ice blades meet water constantly. Every glide throws fine snow onto the blade, and the moment you leave the ice, meltwater starts pooling along the edge. Rust does not wait for a convenient time — it begins working on unprotected steel within days, and once it moves from surface discoloration to pitting, sharpening can no longer fully restore the edge. Every sharpening also removes steel, so every avoidable rust cycle shortens the life of the blade itself.

The Wrong Cover Can Make Things Worse

Many skaters instinctively reach for hard plastic blade guards after skating, and this is exactly backwards. Hard guards are walking protection — they exist so you can cross the locker room floor without blunting your edges on concrete. But the plastic traps meltwater against the steel in a warm bag, creating a humid little chamber that accelerates rust rather than preventing it. The tool for after-skate storage needs to be soft and absorbent, not rigid and sealed.

Lost Gear and Boring Covers

There is a smaller, more human problem too. Rink locker rooms are full of identical black blade covers. Kids' gear gets mixed up, swapped by accident, or simply left behind because nobody feels attached to it. A cover that is easy to recognize and fun to wear solves a frustration that parents know well — replacing accessories that were never really broken, just lost.

Why It Matters

Fewer Sharpening Trips, Longer Blade Life

A good soaker is not really an accessory purchase — it is protection for the sharpening work you have already paid for. If the absorbent lining wicks residual moisture off the steel after each session, the rust cycle slows dramatically. Over a season, that translates into fewer sharpenings, more predictable edge grip, and blades that live longer before replacement. For growing kids who skate weekly, that difference compounds.

Gentle Cushioning Without Bulk

The Riding Rush soakers are lightly thickened with 10g of added padding. That is a deliberate middle ground: enough cushioning to protect the blade and feel plush in hand, but light enough that the covers do not bulk up a skate bag or add weight you notice. Overly padded soakers can feel clumsy and slow to slip on; unpadded ones wear thin where the blade edge presses. The lightly thickened construction aims at the sweet spot between the two.

The Rainbow That Gets Used

Here is the quiet truth about blade care gear: the best soaker is the one your skater actually puts back on every time. The dreamy rainbow faux fur design — soft pastel rainbow colors — makes the covers something kids want to use and easy to spot in a pile of gear. For a youth skater, "fun" is not a gimmick; it is compliance, and compliance is what keeps the blades dry.

One Pair Across the Family

The elastic, universal design fits most figure and hockey skate blades up to 12 inches, suitable for youth and adult skaters. That matters for households with multiple skaters or growing kids: the same pair moves from the child's figure skates to a parent's hockey skates without needing a size swap.

What to Look For

When you evaluate any blade soaker — this pair or a competitor's — run it through these five checks:

1. An Absorbent Lining

This is the non-negotiable feature. The entire function of a soaker depends on the inner material pulling moisture away from the steel. The Riding Rush pair uses a plush inner lining explicitly described as absorbent, positioned to support everyday blade care. If a listing does not say anything about the lining material, treat that silence as a red flag.

2. Sensible Padding

Check whether the cover is padded at all, and how much. These carry 10g of added padding — lightly thickened for a slightly thicker feel with gentle cushioning while remaining lightweight. Compare that against unpadded stretch-fabric soakers that wear out at the edge line and over-padded ones that refuse to stay snug.

3. Confirmed Blade Fit

Soakers only work if they stay on. Measure your blade length or check your skate's specs, and match it against the cover's stated range. The elastic design here fits most figure and hockey skate blades up to 12 inches, which covers the majority of youth and adult skates. If your blade runs longer than 12 inches, look elsewhere before buying.

4. Ease of On and Off

You will handle these with cold hands in a cold locker room. An elastic opening you can pull on in two seconds beats any strap or closure system. Simplicity is a feature.

5. Price Relative to a Sharpening

Judge the price against your local sharpening cost. At AUD 35.99, this pair costs less than a couple of sharpening sessions in most markets — a reasonable ask for something that protects every edge you already own. Also verify what you receive: this listing is for 1 pair of soakers, brand RidingRush, ASIN B0GXP1SH6G, in the Children's Roller Skates category but sized for youth and adult blades alike.

If you want a broader view of how protective accessories should be chosen before committing, our guide to choosing everyday skate and cycling accessories walks through the same decision framework across product types.

What Others Say

Honesty first: the product data available for this SKU does not include verified star ratings or written customer reviews, and we will not fabricate social proof. Reviews on any listing are only worth what you can verify, so here is a practical checklist for evaluating this pair — or any soaker — yourself:

• Read the middle reviews. Three-star reviews tend to describe real fit and durability issues with the least bias in either direction.
• Look for buyer photos. Studio shots show the rainbow colors at their best; buyer photos show the lining and stitching as they actually arrive.
• Test the fit claim early. The up-to-12-inch elastic fit is the single spec most likely to determine your satisfaction, so check it as soon as the pair arrives.
• Know the return path. A store with a straightforward exchange policy turns a fit mismatch into a five-minute fix rather than a sunk cost.

Where to Buy

The Riding Rush Ice Skate Soakers (1 pair, ASIN B0GXP1SH6G) are listed at AUD 35.99 through the RidingRush store. The buying logic is straightforward: for less than the cost of a couple of sharpenings, you get padded, absorbent, easy-to-spot blade protection that fits most skates in the house.

If your blades have already been through a rough patch, pairing these soakers with a proper blade maintenance and cleaning routine helps you start the next session right. And if you are still weighing options across the RidingRush range of skate, cycling, and camera accessories, the full product catalog has the complete lineup.

Ready to stop paying the rust tax? Shop now and add the pair to your cart. Prefer to browse colors and companion accessories first? See all options, or reach the team through the contact page with any fit question before you order.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I still need hard blade guards if I buy these soakers?

Yes — they do different jobs. Hard guards protect edges while you walk off-ice; soakers absorb moisture during storage and transport. Use guards for walking, then switch to these soakers once the skates come off.

Will these fit my child's figure skates and my hockey skates?

The elastic design fits most figure and hockey skate blades up to 12 inches and is suitable for youth and adults. Measure your blade length to be sure — anything at or under 12 inches is within range.

What does the 10g padding actually do?

It lightly thickens the cover for gentle cushioning around the blade while keeping the soakers lightweight and easy to slip on and off.

How do I use soakers correctly?

Wipe the blades with a dry towel after skating, then slip the soakers on. The plush absorbent lining picks up residual moisture while the skates rest in your bag. Let skates air out fully once you are home.

How much do they cost?

The listing price is AUD 35.99 for one pair. Check the store page for the current price and any active offers.