{"id":7211,"date":"2026-05-20T13:18:28","date_gmt":"2026-05-20T12:18:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/?page_id=7211"},"modified":"2026-09-17T21:40:54","modified_gmt":"2026-09-17T20:40:54","slug":"synthetic-ice-vs-real-ice","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/knowledge-center\/synthetic-ice-vs-real-ice\/","title":{"rendered":"Synthetic Ice vs Real Ice"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_d3c890bc us_animate_this height_large\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column bluetitle\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h1>Synthetic Ice vs Real Ice:<br \/>\n<em><strong>Which Ice Rink Solution Is Better?<\/strong><\/em><\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_b57acb2e\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>When planning an ice rink project, many clients compare\u00a0<strong>synthetic ice vs real ice<\/strong>. Both options have their advantages, but they differ significantly in performance, experience and long-term value.<\/p>\n<p>This guide compares\u00a0<strong>real ice rinks<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>synthetic ice surfaces<\/strong>\u00a0across the factors buyers need to evaluate:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Surface:<\/strong> frozen water versus polymer panels<\/li>\n<li><strong>Refrigeration:<\/strong> required for real ice; not required for the synthetic surface<\/li>\n<li><strong>Skating:<\/strong> standard ice glide versus friction that varies by synthetic system and panel condition<\/li>\n<li><strong>Installation:<\/strong> cooling floor and refrigeration plant versus assembled panels<\/li>\n<li><strong>Utilities:<\/strong> electricity and water for real ice; no refrigeration electricity or ice-making water for synthetic panels<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sport use:<\/strong> real ice is the standard surface for ice hockey and figure skating; synthetic suitability depends on the activity and governing requirements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The right choice depends on the application, expected skating quality, climate, operating model and available infrastructure.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_none hide_on_mobiles\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_4 vertslidebut text_none icon_atright\" href=\"#down\" aria-label=\"Button\"><i class=\"far fa-long-arrow-down\"><\/i><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_50abe1ca us_animate_this height_auto with_video\"><div id=\"us_bg_video_n867\" class=\"l-section-video\"><script id=\"us_bg_video_n867-script\">!function(w){var node = document.getElementById( 'us_bg_video_n867' );if ( w.innerWidth <= 600 ) { node.remove() }}(window);<\/script><style>@media(max-width:600px){#us_bg_video_n867{display:none!important}}<\/style><video  autoplay loop muted playsinline preload=\"auto\" tabindex=\"-1\"><source type=\"video\/mp4\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/MOBIELE-IJSBANEN-Video-bovenaan.mp4\" \/><\/video><\/div><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_bf48def1 us_animate_this height_auto\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><nav class=\"g-breadcrumbs us_custom_f9e185d2 has_text_color separator_icon\" itemscope itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/BreadcrumbList\"><div class=\"g-breadcrumbs-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\"><a itemprop=\"item\" href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/\"><span itemprop=\"name\">Home<\/span><\/a><meta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"1\"\/><\/div><div class=\"g-breadcrumbs-separator\"><i class=\"far fa-angle-right\"><\/i><\/div><div aria-current=\"page\" class=\"g-breadcrumbs-item\" itemscope itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\"><span itemprop=\"name\">Pages<\/span><meta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"2\"\/><\/div><\/nav><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_70f65456 us_animate_this height_huge\" id=\"down\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column orangetitle\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>What Is Synthetic Ice?<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p><strong>Synthetic ice<\/strong>\u00a0is a plastic surface designed to simulate real ice. It allows skating without refrigeration, making it easier to install in certain environments.<\/p>\n<p>However, the skating experience differs significantly from natural ice.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column orangetitle\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>What Is Real Ice?<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>A\u00a0<strong>real ice rink<\/strong>\u00a0is created using water and a cooling system to form a frozen skating surface. This is the standard used in professional and commercial ice rink installations.<\/p>\n<p>Learn more about our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/mobile-ice-rinks\/\">mobile ice rink solutions<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_medium\"><\/div><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_none\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_1 icon_atright\" href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/contact\/\"><span class=\"w-btn-label\">Requesting a quote<\/span><i class=\"fal fa-long-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_cba1e3ad us_animate_this height_auto width_full\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\" style=\"--additional-gap:15px;\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-3 wpb_column vc_column_container radiusbottomleft2 has_bg_color\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner us_custom_80058d3e\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-9 wpb_column vc_column_container radiusbottomright2 has_bg_color\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner us_custom_c97b66fe\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_7e20fa79 us_animate_this height_auto width_full\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_middle type_boxes stacking_default\" style=\"--additional-gap:15px;\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-9 wpb_column vc_column_container radiustopright2\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner us_custom_e12415da\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_ce5fce62 bluetitle has_text_color\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>From small to large<br \/>\n<strong>events<\/strong>, <em>Napapiri brings <\/em><br \/>\n<em>the ice fun to you<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-3 wpb_column vc_column_container radiustopleft2 has_bg_color\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner us_custom_c3e865ef\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_60e9caca us_animate_this height_large\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container biggerbuttons\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner type_sticky\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column orangetitle\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>Skating Experience:<br \/>\n<em><strong>Real Ice vs Synthetic Ice<\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>The biggest difference between\u00a0<strong>synthetic ice<\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong>real ice<\/strong>\u00a0is the skating experience.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Real ice:<\/strong>\u00a0smooth glide, natural feel, professional standard<\/li>\n<li><strong>Synthetic ice:<\/strong>\u00a0higher friction, slower glide, less natural experience<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For public events and commercial use, the quality of the experience is a key factor.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row us_custom_59b9a952 nosidepad via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\" id=\"rental\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_27bf712a bluetitle\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h3>Performance and User Satisfaction<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_42827c34\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Real ice provides the skating surface used for professional ice hockey and figure skating. Synthetic systems create a different glide, with friction and blade response varying by panel material, surface condition and maintenance.<\/p>\n<p>Synthetic surfaces can suit training, demonstrations and locations where refrigeration infrastructure is impractical. For public attractions or regulated sport, buyers should test the intended system and confirm the applicable sporting requirements.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-image has_ratio align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><div style=\"padding-bottom:37.5%\"><\/div><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/NAPAPIRI-Pista-de-hielo-.-Ice-Rink17-1.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Ice rink equipment and barriers for a permanent rink\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_medium\"><\/div><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row us_custom_59b9a952 nosidepad via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\" id=\"leasing\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_27bf712a bluetitle\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h3>Installation and Setup<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_42827c34\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p><strong>Synthetic ice<\/strong>\u00a0is easier to install, as it does not require refrigeration.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Real ice rinks<\/strong>\u00a0require a cooling system and proper installation, but modern systems make setup efficient and scalable.<\/p>\n<p>See our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/knowledge-center\/installation-guide\/\">installation guide<\/a>\u00a0for more details.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-image has_ratio align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><div style=\"padding-bottom:37.5%\"><\/div><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"580\" height=\"326\" src=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/NAPAPIRI-Pista-de-hielo-.-Ice-Rink23.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Ice rink with professional rink barriers and event setup\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_medium\"><\/div><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row us_custom_59b9a952 nosidepad via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\" id=\"buying\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_27bf712a bluetitle\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h3>Operating Costs<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_42827c34\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Synthetic panels do not require refrigeration electricity or water to create an ice layer. Buyers should still account for panel purchase, installation, cleaning, maintenance, wear and replacement in the total operating model.<\/p>\n<p>Real ice requires refrigeration and water, so consumption must be calculated for the rink size, climate, operating hours, insulation and equipment. Its advantage is delivering the standard skating surface used for professional sport and traditional public skating.<\/p>\n<p>Learn more:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/knowledge-center\/energy-consumption\/\">energy consumption<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/knowledge-center\/water-usage\/\">water usage<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-image has_ratio align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><div style=\"padding-bottom:37.5%\"><\/div><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"575\" src=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/NAPAPIRI-Pista-de-hielo-.-Ice-Rink48-1024x575.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Large real ice rink installation with perimeter boards\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_medium\"><\/div><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row us_custom_59b9a952 nosidepad via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\" id=\"buying\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_27bf712a bluetitle\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h3>Durability and Maintenance<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_42827c34\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p><strong>Synthetic ice<\/strong>\u00a0panels wear down over time and require replacement.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Real ice<\/strong>\u00a0requires maintenance but can be continuously restored using\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/products\/ice-resurfacing-machines\/\">ice resurfacing machines<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-image has_ratio align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><div style=\"padding-bottom:37.5%\"><\/div><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"480\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/NAPAPIRI-Pista-de-hielo-.-Ice-Rink44.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Real ice rink installation with skaters and barriers\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_medium\"><\/div><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row us_custom_59b9a952 nosidepad via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\" id=\"buying\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_27bf712a bluetitle\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h3>Commercial and Event Applications<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_42827c34\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>For commercial projects,\u00a0<strong>real ice rinks<\/strong>\u00a0are typically the preferred choice.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/industries\/municipalities\/\">municipal events<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/industries\/shopping-centers\/\">shopping centers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/industries\/event-organizers\/\">events and festivals<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/industries\/investors\/\">commercial ice rink businesses<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Synthetic ice is more commonly used in niche or low-intensity applications.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-image has_ratio align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><div style=\"padding-bottom:37.5%\"><\/div><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/IMG_8384-1024x768.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Ijsbaan rondom een voetbalveld met veel schaatsers.\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_60e9caca us_animate_this height_auto\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div 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Napapiri helps clients select the right solution based on their goals and market.<\/p>\n<p>Contact us via our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/contact\/\">contact page<\/a>\u00a0or explore our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/projects\/\">projects<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_19c26580 us_animate_this height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-hwrapper valign_middle stack_on_mobiles align_justify\" style=\"--hwrapper-gap:1.2rem\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_a7692a04 orangetitle has_text_color\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h3>ICE RINK ROI CALCULATOR<br \/>\n<strong><em>Maximize Your Mobile Ice Rink Profits<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span>How much revenue is your mobile ice rink actually leaving on the table? Use the exclusive NAPAPIRI ROI Calculator to instantly model the key variables that drive ice rink profitability &#8211; rink size, operating weeks, ticket pricing, and more. <\/span><span>Discover whether scaling up your rink or extending your season by just one week could be the difference between a good season and a great one.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_none\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_3 us_custom_73ef488b icon_atright\" href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/calculator\/\"><span class=\"w-btn-label\">Go to calculator<\/span><i class=\"far fa-long-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_60e9caca us_animate_this height_large\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_bottom type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 vc_col-lg-9 vc_col-md-12 vc_col-xs-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column bluetitle\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h3>News about <em>our ice rinks <\/em><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_medium\"><\/div><div class=\"w-grid us_post_carousel apply_url_params type_carousel layout_173 bloggrid preload_style_spinner items_3\" id=\"us_post_list_m9ee\" style=\"--items:3;--gap:1rem;\"><style>@media (max-width:768px){#us_post_list_m9ee .owl-carousel:not(.owl-loaded) .w-grid-item{width:calc(100% \/ 1 )!important}}@media (max-width:1025px){#us_post_list_m9ee .owl-carousel:not(.owl-loaded) .w-grid-item{width:calc(100% \/ 2 )!important}}@media (max-width:1381px){#us_post_list_m9ee .owl-carousel:not(.owl-loaded) .w-grid-item{width:calc(100% \/ 3 )!important}}.layout_173 .w-grid-item-h{}.layout_173 .usg_post_title_1{transition-duration:0.3s;transform-origin:50% 50%;transform:scale(1) translate(0%,0%)}.layout_173 .w-grid-item-h:focus-within .usg_post_title_1,.layout_173 .w-grid-item-h:hover .usg_post_title_1{transform:scale(1) translate(0%,0%);opacity:1;color:var(--color-orange)!important}.layout_173 .usg_post_date_1{transition-duration:0.3s;transform-origin:50% 50%;transform:scale(1) translate(0%,0%)}.layout_173 .w-grid-item-h:focus-within .usg_post_date_1,.layout_173 .w-grid-item-h:hover .usg_post_date_1{transform:scale(1) translate(0%,0%);opacity:1;color:var(--color-orange)!important}.layout_173 .usg_post_image_1{position:absolute!important;left:0!important;bottom:0!important;right:0!important}.layout_173 .usg_vwrapper_1{margin-bottom:25px!important}.layout_173 .usg_post_date_1{color:var(--color-blue2)!important;font-size:16px!important;margin-top:15px!important}<\/style><div class=\"w-grid-list owl-carousel valign_stretch dotstyle_circle navstyle_circle arrows-ver-pos_middle arrows-hor-pos_on_sides_outside arrows-disabled_hide owl-responsive-2000\" style=\"--transition-duration:350ms;\">\t<article class=\"w-grid-item size_1x1 post-10723 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news\" data-id=\"10723\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"w-grid-item-h\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"w-vwrapper usg_vwrapper_1 align_none valign_top\" style=\"--vwrapper-gap: 0.7rem;\"><time class=\"w-post-elm post_date usg_post_date_1 has_text_color entry-date published\" datetime=\"2026-09-25T09:14:19+01:00\">25 September, 2026<\/time><h6 class=\"w-post-elm post_title usg_post_title_1 color_link_inherit\"><a href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/mihhail-selevko-wins-the-lombardia-trophy-2026\/\">Mihhail Selevko wins the Lombardia Trophy 2026 with two personal bests<\/a><\/h6><\/div><div class=\"w-post-elm post_image usg_post_image_1 has_ratio\"><a href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/mihhail-selevko-wins-the-lombardia-trophy-2026\/\" aria-label=\"Mihhail Selevko wins the Lombardia Trophy 2026 with two personal bests\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/4\/4a\/Mihhail_Selevko_2025_Worlds_Free_Skate_02.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Estonian figure skater Mihhail Selevko on the ice. Photo: FloweringDagwood via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0.\" title=\"Estonian figure skater Mihhail Selevko on the ice. Photo: FloweringDagwood via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0.\" \/><\/a><div style=\"padding-bottom:100%\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-post-elm post_image usg_post_image_2 visibilnone has_ratio\"><a href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/mihhail-selevko-wins-the-lombardia-trophy-2026\/\" aria-label=\"Mihhail Selevko wins the Lombardia Trophy 2026 with two personal bests\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/4\/4a\/Mihhail_Selevko_2025_Worlds_Free_Skate_02.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Estonian figure skater Mihhail Selevko on the ice. Photo: FloweringDagwood via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0.\" title=\"Estonian figure skater Mihhail Selevko on the ice. Photo: FloweringDagwood via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0.\" \/><\/a><div style=\"padding-bottom:100%\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-text usg_text_1 icon_atright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/mihhail-selevko-wins-the-lombardia-trophy-2026\/\" class=\"w-text-h\"><span class=\"w-text-value\">test<\/span><i class=\"far fa-long-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a><\/div>\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<\/article>\r\n\t<article class=\"w-grid-item size_1x1 post-10698 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news\" data-id=\"10698\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"w-grid-item-h\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"w-vwrapper usg_vwrapper_1 align_none valign_top\" style=\"--vwrapper-gap: 0.7rem;\"><time class=\"w-post-elm post_date usg_post_date_1 has_text_color entry-date published\" datetime=\"2026-09-23T10:18:11+01:00\">23 September, 2026<\/time><h6 class=\"w-post-elm post_title usg_post_title_1 color_link_inherit\"><a href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/planet-ice-celebrates-30-years-and-rolls-back-skating-prices-to-1996\/\">Planet Ice Celebrates 30 Years and Rolls Back Skating Prices to 1996<\/a><\/h6><\/div><div class=\"w-post-elm post_image usg_post_image_1 has_ratio\"><a href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/planet-ice-celebrates-30-years-and-rolls-back-skating-prices-to-1996\/\" aria-label=\"Planet Ice Celebrates 30 Years and Rolls Back Skating Prices to 1996\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/1\/16\/Basingstoke_Ice_Rink_-_geograph.org.uk_-_3267710.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Interior of Basingstoke Ice Rink, home of Planet Ice Basingstoke. Photo: ad acta via Geograph, CC BY-SA 2.0.\" title=\"Interior of Basingstoke Ice Rink, home of Planet Ice Basingstoke. Photo: ad acta via Geograph, CC BY-SA 2.0.\" \/><\/a><div style=\"padding-bottom:100%\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-post-elm post_image usg_post_image_2 visibilnone has_ratio\"><a href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/planet-ice-celebrates-30-years-and-rolls-back-skating-prices-to-1996\/\" aria-label=\"Planet Ice Celebrates 30 Years and Rolls Back Skating Prices to 1996\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/1\/16\/Basingstoke_Ice_Rink_-_geograph.org.uk_-_3267710.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Interior of Basingstoke Ice Rink, home of Planet Ice Basingstoke. Photo: ad acta via Geograph, CC BY-SA 2.0.\" title=\"Interior of Basingstoke Ice Rink, home of Planet Ice Basingstoke. Photo: ad acta via Geograph, CC BY-SA 2.0.\" \/><\/a><div style=\"padding-bottom:100%\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-text usg_text_1 icon_atright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/planet-ice-celebrates-30-years-and-rolls-back-skating-prices-to-1996\/\" class=\"w-text-h\"><span class=\"w-text-value\">test<\/span><i class=\"far fa-long-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a><\/div>\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<\/article>\r\n\t<article class=\"w-grid-item size_1x1 post-10672 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news\" data-id=\"10672\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"w-grid-item-h\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"w-vwrapper usg_vwrapper_1 align_none valign_top\" style=\"--vwrapper-gap: 0.7rem;\"><time class=\"w-post-elm post_date usg_post_date_1 has_text_color entry-date published\" datetime=\"2026-09-21T13:30:27+01:00\">21 September, 2026<\/time><h6 class=\"w-post-elm post_title usg_post_title_1 color_link_inherit\"><a href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/jutta-leerdam-to-skip-the-2026-27-season-the-olympic-1000-m-champion-takes-a-year-off-the-ice\/\">Jutta Leerdam to skip the 2026-27 season: the Olympic 1,000 m champion takes a year off the ice<\/a><\/h6><\/div><div class=\"w-post-elm post_image usg_post_image_1 has_ratio\"><a href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/jutta-leerdam-to-skip-the-2026-27-season-the-olympic-1000-m-champion-takes-a-year-off-the-ice\/\" aria-label=\"Jutta Leerdam to skip the 2026-27 season: the Olympic 1,000 m champion takes a year off the ice\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/4\/42\/Jutta_Leerdam_of_team_Netherlands_at_the_2026_Winter_Olympics_by_YantsImages.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Jutta Leerdam competes in the women\u2019s 1,000 m at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics\" title=\"Jutta Leerdam competes in the women\u2019s 1,000 m at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics\" \/><\/a><div style=\"padding-bottom:100%\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-post-elm post_image usg_post_image_2 visibilnone has_ratio\"><a href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/jutta-leerdam-to-skip-the-2026-27-season-the-olympic-1000-m-champion-takes-a-year-off-the-ice\/\" aria-label=\"Jutta Leerdam to skip the 2026-27 season: the Olympic 1,000 m champion takes a year off the ice\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/4\/42\/Jutta_Leerdam_of_team_Netherlands_at_the_2026_Winter_Olympics_by_YantsImages.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Jutta Leerdam competes in the women\u2019s 1,000 m at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics\" title=\"Jutta Leerdam competes in the women\u2019s 1,000 m at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics\" \/><\/a><div style=\"padding-bottom:100%\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-text usg_text_1 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class=\"w-text-h\"><span class=\"w-text-value\">test<\/span><i class=\"far fa-long-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a><\/div>\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<\/article>\r\n\t<article class=\"w-grid-item size_1x1 post-10398 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news\" data-id=\"10398\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"w-grid-item-h\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"w-vwrapper usg_vwrapper_1 align_none valign_top\" style=\"--vwrapper-gap: 0.7rem;\"><time class=\"w-post-elm post_date usg_post_date_1 has_text_color entry-date published\" datetime=\"2026-09-19T10:03:37+01:00\">19 September, 2026<\/time><h6 class=\"w-post-elm post_title usg_post_title_1 color_link_inherit\"><a href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/the-nhl-returns-to-the-ice-oilers-open-camp-with-56-players-in-edmonton\/\">The NHL returns to the ice: Oilers open camp with 56 players in Edmonton<\/a><\/h6><\/div><div class=\"w-post-elm post_image usg_post_image_1 has_ratio\"><a 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width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/thumb\/1\/1b\/Rogers_Place_Arena.jpg\/1620px-Rogers_Place_Arena.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"The NHL returns to the ice: Oilers open camp with 56 players in Edmonton\" title=\"The NHL returns to the ice: Oilers open camp with 56 players in Edmonton\" \/><\/a><div style=\"padding-bottom:100%\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-text usg_text_1 icon_atright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/the-nhl-returns-to-the-ice-oilers-open-camp-with-56-players-in-edmonton\/\" class=\"w-text-h\"><span class=\"w-text-value\">test<\/span><i class=\"far fa-long-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/a><\/div>\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<\/article>\r\n\t<article class=\"w-grid-item size_1x1 post-10319 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news\" data-id=\"10319\">\r\n\t\t<div class=\"w-grid-item-h\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"w-vwrapper usg_vwrapper_1 align_none valign_top\" style=\"--vwrapper-gap: 0.7rem;\"><time class=\"w-post-elm post_date usg_post_date_1 has_text_color entry-date published\" datetime=\"2026-09-18T09:31:36+01:00\">18 September, 2026<\/time><h6 class=\"w-post-elm post_title usg_post_title_1 color_link_inherit\"><a href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/alps-2030-ioc-confirms-lyon-as-the-ice-heart-of-the-games\/\">Alps 2030: IOC confirms Lyon as the ice heart of the Games<\/a><\/h6><\/div><div class=\"w-post-elm post_image usg_post_image_1 has_ratio\"><a href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/alps-2030-ioc-confirms-lyon-as-the-ice-heart-of-the-games\/\" aria-label=\"Alps 2030: IOC confirms Lyon as the ice heart of the Games\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/thumb\/3\/34\/Halle_Tony_Garnier_-_Lyon_VII_%28FR69%29_-_2025-08-20_-_1.jpg\/960px-Halle_Tony_Garnier_-_Lyon_VII_%28FR69%29_-_2025-08-20_-_1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Alps 2030: IOC confirms Lyon as the ice heart of the Games\" title=\"Alps 2030: IOC confirms Lyon as the ice heart of the Games\" \/><\/a><div style=\"padding-bottom:100%\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-post-elm post_image usg_post_image_2 visibilnone has_ratio\"><a href=\"https:\/\/napapiri.com\/en\/alps-2030-ioc-confirms-lyon-as-the-ice-heart-of-the-games\/\" aria-label=\"Alps 2030: IOC confirms Lyon as the ice heart of the Games\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/thumb\/3\/34\/Halle_Tony_Garnier_-_Lyon_VII_%28FR69%29_-_2025-08-20_-_1.jpg\/960px-Halle_Tony_Garnier_-_Lyon_VII_%28FR69%29_-_2025-08-20_-_1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Alps 2030: IOC confirms Lyon as the ice heart of the Games\" title=\"Alps 2030: IOC confirms Lyon as the ice heart of the Games\" \/><\/a><div style=\"padding-bottom:100%\"><\/div><\/div><div 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