John Wilson Pattern 99 Blade

The John Wilson Pattern 99 is an advanced-to-elite freestyle blade that offers an alternative philosophy to the tapered Gold Seal: a parallel blade profile paired with an 8-foot rocker radius. This combination delivers the stability and forgiving balance of a parallel blade with the extended rocker geometry preferred by elite skaters, making the Pattern 99 the choice for competitors who want maximum rigidity and a more consistent edge feel from heel to toe.

Parallel Blade with 8-Foot Rocker

The Pattern 99's parallel blade profile maintains a uniform width from front to back, providing extra rigidity and stiffness that is particularly advantageous on edge-based jumps like the Salchow and loop. The 8-foot rocker radius creates a subtle, gradual curve with less curvature under the ball of the foot, which offers a more forgiving balance point for spins and a stable platform for jump approaches. The low stanchions deliver increased control and steadiness, making this blade well-suited to skaters who prefer a grounded, connected feel with the ice.

Straight-Cut Toe Pick

Unlike the cross-cut toe picks found on most other John Wilson freestyle blades, the Pattern 99 features a straight-cut toe rake. Straight-cut picks provide a different grip characteristic that some elite skaters prefer, offering clean, decisive purchase on toe-assisted jump takeoffs. The straight-cut design has been a hallmark of the Pattern 99 since its introduction and is one of the distinguishing features that draws skaters to this particular blade.

Sheffield Manufacturing Excellence

Crafted in Sheffield, England from carbon steel heat-treated to ensure lasting edge retention, the Pattern 99 continues John Wilson's tradition of producing blades that perform at the highest levels of international competition. The blade's 27-inch radius front profile combined with its 8-foot rocker creates a distinctive skating feel that has earned the Pattern 99 a dedicated following among elite competitors worldwide.

• Skill Level: Advanced / Elite Freestyle
• Blade Style: Parallel
• Rocker Radius: 8 feet
• Toe Rake: Straight cut
• Radius of Hollow: 7/16"
• Sizes: 8" through 12" (1/4" increments)
• Made in: Sheffield, England
• Warranty: Lifetime