{"product_id":"viking-sapphire-heel-dampener","title":"Viking Sapphire Heel Dampener","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"120\" data-end=\"445\"\u003eThe Viking Sapphire Heel Dampener is designed to reduce shock and vibration between your boot and clap skate heel, giving long track skaters a smoother and more controlled feel with every stride. By softening the heel impact during the return phase, the dampener creates a quieter, more stable ride—especially at high speeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"447\" data-end=\"463\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"447\" data-end=\"463\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"774\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"525\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"466\" data-end=\"525\"\u003eAbsorbs vibration and reduces heel “click” during skating\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"526\" data-end=\"588\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"528\" data-end=\"588\"\u003eHelps create a smoother transition at the end of each push\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"589\" data-end=\"656\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"656\"\u003eImproves comfort and stability without affecting power transfer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"730\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"659\" data-end=\"730\"\u003eLightweight, low-profile design that won’t interfere with skate setup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"774\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"733\" data-end=\"774\"\u003eEasy to install on most Viking clap heels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"1036\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"798\"\u003eWhy Skaters Use It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRepeated heel impact can create noise, harsh feedback, and small vibrations that make the skate feel less stable. The Sapphire Dampener softens that connection, giving the skate a more refined feel and helping protect hardware from wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003eLong track athletes using Viking Sapphire clap skates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003eSkaters who want a smoother, quieter ride\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003eTraining and racing environments where control and efficiency matter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1387\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eA small upgrade that makes your clap skate feel more polished and responsive—Viking Sapphire Heel Dampeners help keep every push smooth, stable, and confident.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viking","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":47066096697583,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/8110\/2063\/files\/viking_icon_heel_silencer_2_d500a7f5-b4e5-4a43-a942-02a432cf48db.webp?v=1762732646","url":"https:\/\/saltygoldsupply.com\/products\/viking-sapphire-heel-dampener","provider":"Salty Gold Supply Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}