The Jackson Artiste is rated with a support level of 25. The Artiste Ice skate is designed for Beginners, recreation and Basic skills skate. The Boot has a Leather upper with polyurethane coating for easy care a softer top line for increased comfort and Microfiber lining with memory foam ankle padding. The Artiste also features a Flex notch for added flexibility, Foam backed leather/mesh comfort tongue and a Stylized PVC outsole for easy care. The blade is the Ultima Mark IV all purpose ice skating blade made with high quality carbon steel with chrome plating attached with screws.