As a highly experienced player, I do not reccommend this product. Even after heat fitting my heels wouldn't lock into place even though the skates are a perfect fit length and width-wise. I can't think of any good use for these, because if you are enough of a beginner to not notice the inadequacies of the boot then you'd be better off buying cheaper skates. On the other hand, if you are an experienced player, spend a few extra bucks and get skates with a better fitting boot. I love the high end mission skates, but buying these just to save money was a terrible idea.