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Twice as Nice
By
Andrew Cohen,
December 2009
Assuming demand is there, adding a second ice sheet can boost a rink's fortunes.
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Upward Slide
By
Nicholas Brown,
May 2009
Despite a range of rink-accommodation issues, sled hockey’s popularity is picking up speed.
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Slick Alternative
By
Nicholas Brown,
March 2009
Despite some operational rough spots, synthetic ice is becoming an increasingly popular choice in recreational skating applications.
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Design Details: Dasher Glass Lobby
By
Andrew Cohen,
October 2008
At the Aurora (Ont.) Recreation Complex, dasherboard glass doubles as lobby glass.
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Frozen Solids
By
Paul Steinbach,
October 2008
Quality ice begins with water that's pure -- but not too pure -- and endures through ongoing attention to detail.
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Wheel Life
By
Andrew Cohen,
May 2008
In a period of decline, inline skating searches for a second act.
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Cold Trail
By
Nicholas Brown,
January 2008
A new outdoor ice skating facility in northern Indiana takes a Scandinavian turn.
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Face Offerings
By
Paul Steinbach,
May 2007
Small changes to NHL rinks are minimizing the risk of lacerations, and even concussions.
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Skate of the Art
By
Michael Popke,
5/1/2003
Getting approval for a skate park is only half the challenge. The other half comes in designing and equipping it
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Rethinking the Rink
By
Paul Steinbach,
1/1/2003
Trauma and Tragedy Have Spurred Changes in the Ice Arena Environment, and Everyone from Skaters to Spectators Is Safer For It
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