Want to convert your ice hockey skates to inline skates, or switch your inline setup back to ice? At Willies, our technicians offer professional skate conversion services, helping you adapt compatible skate boots for a different setup.
We assess your existing boots, check compatibility and professionally fit suitable holders or chassis, with careful attention to mounting and alignment.
£85 per pair for conversion fitting.
Available in-store or through our UK mail-in service. All conversions are subject to a compatibility assessment.
£85 per pair
Replacement components and mail-in postage are charged separately where applicable.
Not all skate boots, holders or chassis are suitable for conversion. Our technicians will assess your setup before confirming whether the work can be carried out.
We do not offer Marsblade conversions or Marsblade chassis mounting. Please contact our team before purchasing components or sending your skates.
You Want to Skate Off the Ice: If you play ice hockey and want to practise your skating skills off the ice, converting a suitable pair of ice hockey skates to inline skates may be an option.
You Want to Return to Ice Skating: If you have an inline setup and want to explore converting it back to an ice setup, our team can assess whether your boots are suitable.
You Want to Keep Your Existing Boot: If your current boots fit comfortably and are in good condition, conversion may allow you to keep using them with a different compatible holder or chassis.
You Are Considering a Different Setup: If you are unsure which conversion is right for you, speak to our team before purchasing parts. Compatibility depends on the boot construction, mounting points and the hardware required.
Important: If your boots are damaged or the mounting points are unsuitable, conversion may not be possible. We recommend having your skates assessed before proceedi
Our skate conversion fitting service costs £85 per pair. Replacement holders, chassis and other required components are charged separately where applicable. Mail-in postage is additional.
Yes, many suitable ice skate boots can be converted to inline setups. Our technicians will assess your boots and confirm compatibility before proceeding.
Yes, some inline skate boots can be converted back to ice. This depends on the boot construction and compatibility with the required ice skate holder and runner setup.
No. Not all boots and chassis are compatible. Tour inline skates and figure skates with riveted blades are among the setups we do not currently convert. Please contact us if you're unsure about your skates.
Conversions typically take 3–4 days from receipt of your skates. This can vary depending on workshop workload and component availability. Mail-in customers should allow extra time for delivery.
The £85 charge covers the conversion fitting service. Please contact our team to confirm which components are required and their additional cost.
Please contact our team with the make and model of your boots and the components you'd like fitted. We can then advise whether your proposed setup is suitable.
Depending on your setup, you may need an inline chassis, wheels, bearings and axle bolts. Our team can advise on the required components before work begins.
No. We do not offer Marsblade conversions, including mounting or remounting Marsblade chassis.
We recommend contacting our team before visiting so we can discuss compatibility, component availability and turnaround.
Yes, we offer a mail-in conversion service. Please contact us before posting your skates to confirm the required components, postage instructions and costs.
Whether you want to convert ice hockey skates to inline skates or explore switching an inline setup back to ice, Willies can help you understand your options.
Get in touch with our team to discuss your boots, check compatibility and find out which parts your conversion requires.
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