CBC ELEMENT black short track boot, underside

CBC ELEMENT Short Track Speed Skating Boot

33 / Wide
$379.00
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CBC ELEMENT black short track boot, underside
  • CBC ELEMENT black short track boot, underside
  • CBC ELEMENT black short track boot, side view
  • CBC ELEMENT black short track boot, underside
  • CBC ELEMENT black short track boot, side view
CBC ELEMENT Short Track Speed Skating Boot

CBC ELEMENT Short Track Speed Skating Boot

$379.00
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CBC ELEMENT Short Track

The smart step up for developing short track skaters

The CBC ELEMENT is a short track speed skating boot for developing skaters who have outgrown entry-level boots and want more support. Its support shell is carbon and fiberglass, and it is 50% Thermo-CSC heat-moldable. It is positioned for beginner-to-intermediate skaters at a medium impact level.

The CBC ELEMENT is the ideal next step for skaters who have outgrown entry-level boots and are ready for more support, better power transfer, and a more precise fit.

Built on CBC’s World’s Best Fitting Last and featuring 50% Thermo-CSC heat-moldable construction, the ELEMENT delivers a near-custom fit with a torsion-resistant chassis that maximizes energy transfer into the ice. It offers the perfect balance of performance, comfort, and value for developing skaters.

Which CBC Boot Is Right for You?

Boot
Best For
Level / Impact
ONYX
Growing kids, beginners & recreational skaters
Beginner • Low Impact
ELEMENT
Developing skaters ready for more support
Beginner → Intermediate • Medium
GENESIS
Competitive & high-volume training
Intermediate → Advanced • High

Product Specifications

  • Toe Lift 10°
  • Moldability 50% Thermo-CSC
  • Support Shell Carbon / Fiberglass
  • Last CBC World’s Best Fitting Last
  • Chassis Torsion-resistant (TR)
  • Lining Premium microfiber
  • Lamination High-impact epoxy system

Ready for more power and a better fit? The ELEMENT is the smart upgrade that lets you train harder and progress faster.

Insider Info from Carpenter Boot Company: Getting the fit right

Many skaters choose our GENESIS for the rigidity and support of its full carbon shell, and that support only works when the fit is right.

  • Between two sizes? Go up. If your measurements fall between two sizes, always choose the larger size.
  • Snug in the front is by design. Our Standard last is intentionally narrow in the forefoot. That helps prevent "booting out", where the boot touches the ice in the corners. It can feel tight at first, which is why many skaters wear thin nylon socks or pantyhose. Most people can't fit a CBC boot with a thick cotton sock. If you wear anything thicker than a thin nylon sock, consider the larger size.
  • Standard or Wide? A foot wider than about 100 mm (10 cm) is generally considered wide, and above about 105 mm it definitely is. Beyond that, width is largely a preference: wider boots are often more comfortable because the foot feels less confined.

Insider Info from Carpenter Boot Company: Molding and breaking in

  • When heat molding is worth it (ELEMENT and GENESIS only). On our heat-moldable models, pain around the ankle bones is the classic reason to mold. Molding won't add length, so it can't fix a boot that's too short. Molding is optional and the skater's choice; if you decide to mold, have it done by a professional, and know that any heat molding voids the manufacturer warranty. (The ONYX is not heat-moldable.)
  • Give it about 10 sessions. New boots take roughly 10 sessions to break in. During that time, keep the top of the boot looser, especially the top laces and the Velcro, so your knees can come forward. Don't overtighten at the top early on.

Insider Info from Carpenter Boot Company: Mounting and positioning your blades

  • The most common mounting mistake we see is starting a bolt at an angle the first time blades are installed. That cross-threads and strips the aluminum threads in the boot. Start every bolt straight, by hand, before using a tool.
  • Stripped threads are user error and aren't covered by warranty, but they're an easy fix: pick up an M6 helical coil (thread repair) kit at an auto parts store and replace the insert yourself, or have a local garage do it.
  • Blade placement: more lean, more offset. The harder you lean in the corners, the more offset you need, so the side of your boot doesn't touch the ice.
  • Which EHS blade for your boot? Our Gear Guide matches a blade to your level and foot size.

Frequently Asked Questions

I'm between two sizes. Which should I choose?

Always choose the larger size.

How long does it take to break in CBC boots?

About 10 sessions. Keep the top laces and Velcro looser at first so your knees can come forward.

Is the ELEMENT heat moldable?

Yes, the ELEMENT's carbon/fiberglass shell is 50% heat-moldable. Heat molding is optional and the skater's choice; if you decide to mold, have it done by a professional; any heat molding voids the manufacturer warranty.

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