I mentioned the blades to him in my first post.I just wanted to make sure you realized, as well, that in addition to the stiffer boots being more expensive (Debuts are $360 and Premieres are $420), that they don't come with blades and you have to pay for them separately. I think both Coronation Aces and MK Professionals are about $260.
I commend you for going all in, though. I know taking it up as an adult and having to lay out so much money right off the bat is a little daunting. (Stock sized boots don't fit me, so I have to pay extra for semi custom, even though I'm also a beginner). The things we do for love, right?