clap skate

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clap skate

A speed skate that has a blade attached by a hinge at the front, allowing one to skate more efficiently by keeping the full length of the blade on the ice while the heel is raised.

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As speed skaters swoosh on ice in this year's Winter Olympics, don't be surprised to hear their clapping feet--thanks to new clap skates.