Technology
Rossignol Group
For Risport, the pursuit of the greatest technologies and solutions is at the heart of every step of production. In Montebelluna, the beating heart of Italian sports footwear, we develop ice skates that combine craftsmanship, biomechanical research, and industrial innovation.
Being part of the prestigious Rossignol Group gives us access to cutting-edge production technologies, innovative materials, and engineering expertise shared among leading winter sports brands. This allows us to develop increasingly advanced technical solutions, optimize production processes, and ensure the highest standards of quality.
Technical Materials and Advanced Structures
Each Risport skate is designed and engineered to offer:
- Differentiated support based on the athlete’s level;
- Innovative, high-quality, lightweight and breathable materials;
- Thermoformable structures that adapt perfectly to the foot.
Design
The design of Risport skates is born from in-depth studies on the dynamics of the foot’s behavior on ice.
Each model is designed to:
Promote correct posture;
Improve energy transmission;
Support jumps, spins, and complex movements.
Quality Control
Quality is an essential element for Risport. The entire development process for a new product goes through rigorous testing and inspection both in our fully equipped laboratory and in the ice rinks.
Each material used undergoes specific testing to ensure durability, safety, and, above all, quality.
Materials are rigorously tested to ensure strength and durability with abrasion, bending, and aging tests. The mechanical properties of materials and products are verified with modern dynamometers and specialized equipment. The characteristics defined during the design phase and the corresponding measured and checked parameters are then maintained throughout production with meticulous controls that guarantee a final product of the highest quality.
Testing and Quality Control
Lifespan Testing
Flexing the boot at different angles to simulate an entire life cycle of use.
Aging Test
Repeated thermal shocks to simulate conditions of use and transport (heat/cold/humidity).
Blade/Sole Traction Test
Forced traction between blade and sole to check the tightness of the sole and screws.
Impact Test
Repeated frontal/lateral impacts to check the skate’s resistance.
Thermographic Test
To evaluate the warmth/breathability of the skate.
Abrasion Test
Abrasion on all components of the skate to evaluate the resistance of the upper/lining/padding.
Mechanical Tests
Traction/delamination/tearing of all the materials making up the skate.
Hook Tensile Test
Pulling the hooks.
Lace Lifespan Test
Repeated rubbing of the laces to simulate their entire life.
