One thing I didn't see is which model Jackson's you were in before the Elle's. If you were in a rec. skate, or an Artiste/Mystique, that move to Competitor or Fusion Firm would be pretty drastic. If you were in a Classique it should be fine.
Competitors are close outs now, your fitter should give you a good discount if they still have them in stock (don't buy online). The Debut Fusion Firm is the boot replacement for the Competitor. It actually might be a little stiffer than the old Competitor. Note it is a microfiber boot with a plastic sole (although available special order with any of the Jackson soles for an additional $85 and 6 week wait time). Looks great actually, a little more sparkle which some like/some don't.
You would need a blade, usual suspects are Wilson Coronation Ace, MK Pro. Other "clones" are made by Jackson (Ultima) and Reidell (Eclipse). All about the $230 range in addition to the $300 boot, so a little pricier, but worth the investment. The Jackson Freestyle Fusion is the highest level boot/blade option in Jackson's current line.
We went with the Debut Fusion Standard, same stiffness as the old (and new) Freestyles. It was a better choice for her to move incrementally to that model from the Elle since she'll be in them for 6 months or so before she grows out of it and into the Firm or the Premiere. If your feet aren't growing as fast I agree with getting the stiffer models that will last you longer. Make sure you get them heat molded for reduced break in time (goes for any of the new Jackson models).
Competitors are close outs now, your fitter should give you a good discount if they still have them in stock (don't buy online). The Debut Fusion Firm is the boot replacement for the Competitor. It actually might be a little stiffer than the old Competitor. Note it is a microfiber boot with a plastic sole (although available special order with any of the Jackson soles for an additional $85 and 6 week wait time). Looks great actually, a little more sparkle which some like/some don't.
You would need a blade, usual suspects are Wilson Coronation Ace, MK Pro. Other "clones" are made by Jackson (Ultima) and Reidell (Eclipse). All about the $230 range in addition to the $300 boot, so a little pricier, but worth the investment. The Jackson Freestyle Fusion is the highest level boot/blade option in Jackson's current line.
We went with the Debut Fusion Standard, same stiffness as the old (and new) Freestyles. It was a better choice for her to move incrementally to that model from the Elle since she'll be in them for 6 months or so before she grows out of it and into the Firm or the Premiere. If your feet aren't growing as fast I agree with getting the stiffer models that will last you longer. Make sure you get them heat molded for reduced break in time (goes for any of the new Jackson models).