Naked Ice Blog - Updated

[kwanatic]

I couldn't seem to find the original link I posted so I decided it's about time to start a new one.

We are well into the summer now so naturally it's time for my Off Season Fun series!

First up, my favorite SP looks from last season: http://thenakedice.blogspot.com/2017/07/off-season-fun-2016-2017-fashion-review.html?m=1

 

[alchemy void]

Nice list! I totally agree with Radionova, Asada, and Wagner. I'd have swapped out cobra boobs for Osmond, though.

And Leonova --for me, that costume is in "so bad it's good" territory. Like a lot of what she does.

 

[Bellanca]

Alena is just being Alena! Our I wouldn't have it any other way.

 

[kwanatic]

More Off Season Fun! I think I may have to double up on my posts soon. I got started posting them a bit late this year. Anyhoo, here are my favorite FS looks from last season:

https://thenakedice.blogspot.com/2017/07/off-season-fun-2016-2017-fashion-review_30.html

 

[kwanatic]

More Off Season Fun!

Favorite SPs: http://thenakedice.blogspot.com/2017/08/off-season-fun-2016-2017-top-5-favorite.html?m=1.

The title was originally "Top 5 Favorite..." but I realized I always add #6-10 at the end so I decided to change the title at the last minute.

 

[kwanatic]

Last post of Off Season Fun this year!

Favorite FS: https://thenakedice.blogspot.com/2017/08/off-season-fun-2016-2017-favorite-free.html

 

[kwanatic]

JGP season is officially underway! Here's my review for JGP Brisbane:

https://thenakedice.blogspot.com/2017/08/2016-jgp-brisbane-review.html

 

[kwanatic]

A little late this week but here's my review for JGP Austria!

https://thenakedice.blogspot.com/2017/09/2017-jgp-cup-of-austria-review.html

 

[Bellanca]

I always look forward to and appreciate your insightful analysis re the competitions you cover. Thanks for sharing!

It appears the talent pool runs deep and we should see more exciting skaters in the very near future as they make their way into the senior ranks.

Thanks again, @kwanatic.

 

[kwanatic]

My thoughts on the Russian Test Skates plus JGP Riga Cup review:

https://thenakedice.blogspot.com/2017/09/2017-russian-test-skates-2017-jgp-riga.html

 

[kwanatic]

US International Classic and Lombardia Trophy reviews!

http://thenakedice.blogspot.com/2017/09/2017-us-international-classic-2017.html

 

[Bellanca]

US International Classic and Lombardia Trophy reviews!

http://thenakedice.blogspot.com/2017/09/2017-us-international-classic-2017.html

Great reviews! I definitely agree with you regarding Bradie. If she keeps it up, maybe, just maybe, she'll be Olympic bound! I hope that she keeps her wits about her. Sometimes it is better to be the chaser instead of the chased, but she is absolutely on the radar... which is exciting for the U.S. ladies' discipline.

 

[kwanatic]

Three events for this week: Ondrej Nepela, Autumn Classic International and JGP Minsk

https://thenakedice.blogspot.com/2017/09/2017-ondrej-nepela-trophy-2017-autumn.html

 

[kwanatic]

JGP Croatia Cup and a blurb about Nebelhorn!

https://thenakedice.blogspot.com/2017/10/2017-jgp-croatia-cup-2017-nebelhorn.html

 

[kwanatic]

3 events this week!

Japan Open, Finlandia Trophy and JGP Baltic Cup:
http://thenakedice.blogspot.com/2017/10/2017-japan-open-2017-finlandia-trophy.html

 

[kwanatic]

JGP Enga-Neumarkt and the final standings for this JGP season. That was fast!

https://thenakedice.blogspot.com/2017/10/2017-jgp-enga-neumarkt-review-jgp-final.html

I'll be posting my season preview for the seniors tomorrow

 

[Spun Silver]

JGP Enga-Neumarkt and the final standings for this JGP season. That was fast!

https://thenakedice.blogspot.com/2017/10/2017-jgp-enga-neumarkt-review-jgp-final.html

I'll be posting my season preview for the seniors tomorrow

Much appreciated as always but again, not accurate to say Rika is one of only two women in the sport currently going for the 3A. Starr Andrews does count as a woman, doesnt she? You could say only two senior ladies competing internationally, but it seems easier to just say three... assuming you think Tuk is not going to break hers out again soon.

Oops, forgot I was watching juniors. You cant even say three senior ladies.

I am loving Rika and Sofia, btw - nice to see so much personality!

 

[kwanatic]

Ugh! I'm late! Here's my 2017-2018 Season Preview:

https://thenakedice.blogspot.com/2017/10/2017-2018-season-preview.html

It's been such an exhausting week I completely forgot to post it on Monday.

 

[kwanatic]

Much appreciated as always but again, not accurate to say Rika is one of only two women in the sport currently going for the 3A. Starr Andrews does count as a woman, doesnt she? You could say only two senior ladies competing internationally, but it seems easier to just say three... assuming you think Tuk is not going to break hers out again soon.

Oops, forgot I was watching juniors. You cant even say three senior ladies.

I am loving Rika and Sofia, btw - nice to see so much personality!

I totally forgot Starr was going for the 3A. I guess I'm not including Starr because even though she's attempting it, realistically, she's nowhere close to getting it ratified. I think all of her attempts have been << so far. Still, I'm happy she's attempting it and hopefully she'll get one ratified soon and it will be a permanent jump for her. I'm hoping for good things from Ms. Starr.

I'm counting Rika and Mirai only because both have had ratified 3As this season. Liza T hasn't landed a 3A in competition in quite some time and I haven't seen her attempt one recently so she's not on the list either. I'd love to see her bring that jump back! It was a gorgeous one and it's definitely what she'll need if she wants that 3rd spot.

 

[Spun Silver]

Sorry to nitpick, but you use the word attempt. A 3A attempt and a ratified 3A are two different things.

Also Tsurskaya just competed in Russia last week. Looking good but unclear if she’ll be strong enough.

Thanks for your concise and enjoyable recap and preview. I like seeing Mirai on your short list!

 

[kwanatic]

Sorry to nitpick, but you use the word attempt. A 3A attempt and a ratified 3A are two different things.

No need to apologize. You're completely right. Starr is indeed attempting the jump which is definitely not the same as getting credit for it. I like to be as accurate as I can with my blog so I've amended my post. It now reads, "Rika is one of only three women in the sport currently attempting the triple axel."

 

[kwanatic]

First GP event of the season! Rostelecom Review!

https://thenakedice.blogspot.com/2017/10/2017-rostelecom-cup-review.html

 

[kwanatic]

Skate Canada Review: https://thenakedice.blogspot.com/2017/10/2017-skate-canada-review.html

 

[clairecloutier]

Good review @kwanatic. Cup of China will be quite a battle next week for the Japanese ladies, with Wakaba, Marin, and Mai all there. I bet we see 2 of them on the podium, along with Zagitova.

 

[AxelAnnie]

Thank you for the review Claire. It was great to read.

 

[clairecloutier]

Thanks @AxelAnnie, but it was actually @kwanatic who wrote the Skate Canada ladies review. (I was just commenting on it.)

 

[kwanatic]

If you were okay with the results of Cup of China, you might not want to read this week's review...cause I sure as hell was NOT okay with them:
https://thenakedice.blogspot.com/2017/11/2017-cup-of-china-review.html

 

[Spun Silver]

Whew, watch your blood pressure there, @kwanatic. If it is any consolation (I know it’s not), I have never seen a Japanese skater complain about their results. (Classic example for me: Daisuke at 2012 Worlds, and there are too many Mao examples to list.) They always just say they need to work harder. Wakaba is certainly making a big statement.

I cant believe how tall Radio is now! (Podium pic.)

Thanks for your impassioned report.

 

[clairecloutier]

Agree 100% with pretty much every word @kwanatic.

Especially your take on the top 2.

As a side note, not too psyched about Amber's reaction in the kiss 'n cry. "It wasn't a disaster" and "I did a good triple Sal"? I mean, it's good to look on the bright side, I guess, but .

 

[Coco]

Yeah, it was rather shocking how low her confidence and expectations are. Bad grammar, I know. But you get the point.

Such a talented skater, but no confidence and seemingly no plan for improvement that she believes in.