Nordic Blades

All of the Zandstra blades are made with high-quality stainless steel which come pre-sharpened from the factory. These blades are all meant for use with cross-country ski bindings for using your pre-existing skate boots on the ice! This combo results in a genuine clap-skate feeling. All the blades come in a variety of sizes to best match your boot size!

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NIS

Our favourite blade due to its ease of use! Mount any NIS-plate compatible binding quickly and without the need for any hardware. This blade has a 60Rc hardness keeping its edge well on natural ice! This blade is designed with a 1.25mm blade thickness and a 35m radius/rocker. It is compatible with screw-on bindings, but the hardware is not included.

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Nordic

The go-to blade for screw-on bindings. This blade comes with bolting hardware that is compatible with multiple types of NNN and SNS bindings. The slots on the blades are longer than usual to be able to adjust the binding slightly to meet desire. This blade has a 60Rc hardness keeping its edge well on natural ice! This blade is designed with a 1.25mm blade thickness and a 27m radius/rocker.

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Tango

The affordable blade for screw-on bindings. This blade comes with self-tapping screws for hardware that is compatible with multiple types of NNN and SNS bindings. The slots on the blades are pre-drilled in set positions in a few different locations for the different binding types. This blade has a 60Rc hardness keeping its edge well on natural ice! This blade is designed with a 1.25mm blade thickness and a 35m radius/rocker.

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Competition

Take your nordic blades onto the oval! This blade is built for high quality performance! Designed with a hard 64 Rc, HSS Bi-Metal blades in a thinner 1.1mm with 23m radius/rocker. These blades have a blunter front designed more for an oval and man made ice.

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Model MSRP (No Bindings, CAD) 2026/2027 Blade Lengths (cm) Runner Material Radius (m) Hardness Binding Compatibility Key Features
NIS $340 40, 43, 45, 48 Stainless tool steel 35 60Rc NIS (e.g., Rottefella Performance or Xcelerator) Quick slide-on NIS bindings; easy binding position adjustment (move rearwards for more top speed, move tip-wards for more control; clap skate feel
Nordic $330 40, 43, 45, 48 Stainless tool steel 27 60Rc Rottefella or Salomon Screw, NNN-BC, 3Pin/75mm Adjustable binding position with tools; clap skate feel; suitable for ponds, canals, or ovals
Tango $284 40, 43, 45, 48 Stainless tool steel 35 60Rc Rottefella or Salomon Screw, NNN-BC, 3Pin/75mm Fixed binding position; economical option; clap skate feel
Competition $468 40, 42, 44, 46 Super Sharp Bi-Metal steel 23 64Rc Rottefella or Salomon Screw, NNN-BC, 3Pin/75mm Blunt front for oval turns; optimized for tracks; clap skate feel

Youth Skates

From first-time-on-skates to getting ready for putting on real nordic blades, Zandstra has the option for your youth skater. They are affordable and safe options for getting your kids out in the winter!

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Bobskate 70

The perfect starter for kids! A small, double-runner, easy to balance on set of blades for getting used to being on ice. These blades are safe for kids as they aren't sharp. The adjustable design fits EU24-30 winter boots by strapping over them.

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Bobskate 88 Deluxe

A more comfortable Bobskate! Still perfect for kids to learn on, these double-runner blades are designed with an enhanced heel strap for better comfort.

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Easy Glider 180

After your kid has outgrown their double-runner Bobskates, get them on the junior model single-runner Easy Gliders. The blades are made with same easy strapping system so that they can use their standard winter boots, but they have a true sharpened blade. The blade comes in 3 sizes (S,M,L) to better fit the size of your kid's boots.

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Accessories

High quality blades demand high quality accessories! Zandstra provides a comprehensive collection of accessories to make sure you are both effectively and safely, using your nordic blades.

  • A product picture of the Zandstra Nordic Blade Holder

    Skate Holder

    Straps to hold your Nordic blades together. Makes transport easier and more organized.

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  • A product picture of the Zandstra Twin Nordic Blade Guard

    Twin Blade Guard

    Skate guards that are compatible with all models of Zandstra Nordic Blades. Some assembly is required. Drilling required for larger 48cm models.

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  • A product picture of the Zandstra Terry Blade Cover
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    Terry Blade Cover

    Stretchy blade covers to keep your favourite Zandstra's protected in travel! Small for 40s, Medium for 43s, Large for 45s, and X-Large for 48s.

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  • A product picture of the Zandstra Icespike Red

    Ice Spike

    The budget version of the ice spikes. Legally required in some areas to have these on hand when skating on 'live ice'.

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  • A product picture of the Zandstra Icespike Isdubb

    Icespike Isdubb

    The luxury version of the ice spikes. Legally required in some areas to have these on hand when skating on 'live ice'.

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    Safety Line

    A 25 meter floating rescue rope for skating on 'live ice'.

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  • A product picture of the Zandstra Knee Pads (Pair)

    Knee Pads

    Knee pads designed for ice skating.

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  • A product picture of the Zandstra Enlargement Straps for Easy Glider 180

    Enlargement Straps

    For wider boots, you may require these enlargement straps to have a comfortable fit on your Easy Glider 180 blades. Comes in packs of 4 straps (2 for each blade).

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  • A product picture of the Zandstra Easy Glider Assist

    Easy Glider Assist

    Like training wheels for your Easy Glider 180 blades! Adds two additional runners to the single-runner blades for more stability and increased beginner confidence. Works with any Easy Glider size.

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  • A product picture of the Zandstra Hardware Nordic XC/BC

    Hardware Nordic XC/BC

    The hardware kit for Zandstra Nordic Blades. Mount Screw-on Rottefella NNN or NNN-BC, Salomon SNS or Prolink, or 75mm 3 Pin bindings with this hardware. Includes M5 bolts in various sizes.

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Sharpening

Keep your blades running on the ice as they were intended! Zandstra has a full suite of jigs, files, stones, and tuning liquids for keeping your blades sharp.

Sharpening Jigs

  • A product picture of the Zandstra Joha Pro Sharpening Jig 7150
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    Joha Pro 7150

    The Joha sharpening jig has been specially designed for performance blade tuners. The design, in combination with the most modern techniques of high-pressure casting, has resulted in a very accurate sharpening jig. Specially designed clamping profiles allow blades to be set very precisely and firmly.

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  • A product picture of the Zandstra Skate Blade Sharpening Jig High Model 7130
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    High Model 7130

    A single-piece extra-sturdy Nordic Skate sharpening jig that holds blades in place & level for sharpening. The High model is tall enough to fit blades with taller boots attached. 10cm taller than the Standard model.

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  • A product picture of the Zandstra Skate Blade Sharpening Jig Standard Model 7135
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    Standard Model 7135

    A single-piece extra-sturdy Nordic Skate sharpening jig that holds blades in place & level for sharpening. The Standard model is tall enough to fit blades with attached boots and clap-skates.

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  • A product picture of the Zandstra Skate Blade Sharpening Jig Low Model 7139

    Low Jig

    A single-piece extra-sturdy Nordic Skate sharpening jig that holds Nordic or EasyGlider blades in place & level for sharpening.

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  • A product picture of the Zandstra Skate Blade Vig Upp Sharpening Jig 7125

    Vig Upp Jig

    A compact jig to hold a pair of Nordic Blades in place and level when sharpening. This model leaves extra space for beefier bindings like Rottefella BC bindings allowing you to leave the bindings attached when servicing your blades.

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  • A product picture of the Zandstra Skate Blade Sharpening Jig Tango 7129

    Tango Jig

    An economy jig to hold a pair of Nordic Blades in place & level when sharpening.

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  • A product picture of the Zandstra Joha Pro Stand 7151
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    Joha Pro Stand 7151

    Optional add-on to the Joha Pro Jig to raise the operating height by 8cm to accommodate skates with higher profiles.

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Files & Stones

  • A product picture of the Zandstra Pocket Diamond DMT Skate Blade File 7400

    Pocket Diamond DMT Files 7400

    Pocket-sized files are used to remove burrs after sharpening or after skating. Each colour of file is sold separately. The blue is for sharpening, red for finer sharpening, and the green for polishing.

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  • A product picture of the Zandstra Pocket Stone Skate Blade File 7201

    Pocket Stone 7201

    An entry-level pocket file for maintaining skate blades. Pocket-sized files are used to remove burrs after sharpening or after skating.

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  • A product picture of the Zandstra Pocket Foss PDD Skate Blade File 7800

    Pocket Foss PDD File 7800

    Pocket-sized files are used to remove burrs after sharpening or after skating. This pocket duo stone has a coarse side for removing burrs and a fine side for polishing.

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  • A product picture of the Zandstra Foss Duo Diamond Sharpening Stone 7514

    Foss Duo Diamond Sharpening Stone 7514

    A top-tier large diamond combination sharpening stone/polishing stones. The 400-grit insert is for sharpening and the 1200-grit insert is for polishing. Comes with a pad to hold the diamond inserts. Very long-lasting plates. Reduces the amount of burrs on the sides of your skates' runners.

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  • A product picture of the Zandstra Foss Sharpening Stone 7205

    Foss Sharpening Stone 7205

    A mid-range large sharpening stone for speed skates or Nordic Blades. Made of silicon carbide with a coarse side and a fine side. Perfect for those looking for high-quality results for their recreational skating.

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  • A product picture of the Zandstra Sharpening Stone Medium 7210

    Sharpening Stone Medium 7210

    An entry-level large sharpening stone for speed skates or Nordic Blades. Made of silicon carbide with a coarse side and a fine side.

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  • A product picture of the Smith Diamond Sharpening Stone Large 7429 for Zandstra Blades

    Smith Diamond Sharpening Stone Large 7429

    A very large 11.5-inch sharpening stone. The yellow is the coarse 325-grit for aggressive restoration of dull edges and the orange stone (750-grit) is for honing edges. Also can be used to sharpen kitchen knives and other tools.

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  • A product picture of the Zandstra Norton Sharpening Stone 7215

    Norton Sharpening Stone 7215

    A combination (sharpening one side, polishing on the other) stone made out of aluminum oxide and infused with oil. The oil aids polishing results to be very smooth, especially with high-end blades. Very large 1 x 2.5 x 11.5 inches. Can also be used to sharpen knives and other tools.

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  • A product picture of the Zandstra 3M Skate Blade Polishing Triangle

    3M Polishing Triangle

    A 25 cm aluminum triangle with varying types of 3M sandpaper stickers. Five different grades of self-adhesive sandpaper on a specially extruded aluminium triangle for optimal sharpening results.

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    Sandpaper for 3M Triangle

    Extra sandpaper stickers for the 3M Skate Blade Polishing Triangle.

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  • A product picture of the Zandstra Pocket Diamond Ceramic 7900
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    Pocket Diamond Ceramic 7900

    A super-fine ceramic polishing square that fits in your pocket.

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  • A product picture of the Zandstra Diamond Sharpening Stone with Handle 7525
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    Diamond Stone with Handle 7525

    A top-tier large diamond combination sharpening stone/polishing stones. The 400-grit insert is for sharpening and the 1200-grit insert is for polishing. Handle option to hold the diamond inserts. Very long-lasting pads.

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Consumables

  • A product picture of the Zandstra Foss Skate Blade Sharpening Oil 7313

    Foss Sharpening Oil 7313

    Sharpening/Polishing oil is applied to porous sharpening or polishing stones as a lubricant. Using oil gives the runner of the skate a smoother and sharper edge. Oil should be applied to all sharpening stones before each use; otherwise, debris can clog the pores of the stone. Using oil will increase the lifespan of the stone.

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  • A product picture of the Zandstra Foss Skate Blade Sharpening Stone Cleaner 7316

    Foss Sharpening Stone Cleaner 7316

    When your sharpening stone is clogged or glazed after use, it needs to be cleaned. The Foss sharpening stone cleaner is the perfect product for cleaning sharpening or polishing stones. It removes debris from sharpening and exposes the stone so it can work effectively. Mix with water: 1 part cleaner, 40 parts water.

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  • A product picture of the Zandstra Foss Ensis Skate Blade Anti-Rust 7319

    Foss Ensis Skate Blade Anti-Rust 7319

    A special anti-rust liquid to apply to your blades between use.

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  • A product picture of the Zandstra Foss Skate Blade Sharpening Grains 7425

    Foss Skate Blade Sharpening Grains 7425

    Sharpening grains are used to restore worn-out sharpening stones. Worn-out stones risk doing more harm than good to your blades. The grains are made of CG60 silicon carbide. Pour some grains on a flat plate and make circular movements with the worn-out stone to restore it.

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