John Dimon and Dimon Sports

John is a past competitive skater and sports enthusiast who has owned and run Dimon Sports in Lake Placid for the last decade. He's a superb technician, knows skating inside and out, and always goes the extra yard to fit you with the right skates and products and get the perfect bend on your blade, whether you're an Olympic skater or just beginning.

Let some of his customers tell you about their experiences with John and Dimon Sports:

"I have known John since the "Short Track" days of 98. John never had a problem helping me or anyone else.  It is a honor to know and be helped by John Dimon.  If you want your equipment done right the first time, get it from John.  I promise you will get a smile when you arrive and you will be smiling when you leave." -Chris Callis, long-time National Team Member

"I have known John since I was 16, and he would always help me with my equipment, as well as my preparation for the bigger competitions in the east. He would always make sure that I was well equipped and prepared for every race that I did the late 90's. Since then I have never come across anyone who has better burr stones and laces than Mr. Dimon himself!" -Shani Davis,1500m single distance World Champion, 1st place World Allaround Champs, two-time U.S. Allaround Champion, member of US long and short track National Teams.

"The Rochester Speedskating Team has always recommended Dimon Sports to all members new and old for all their speedskating needs. John's up-to-date, cutting-edge knowledge and years of experience make him indispensable to both the new and seasoned speedskater. John matches equipment on an individualized experienced basis, not on a profit basis. His customer-first philosophy will keep you coming back year after year." -Marty Medina, president, Rochester Speedskating Team and Jim Cornell, head coach, Rochester Speedskating Team

"John Dimon Sports embodies the definition of Customer Service. I have never met a vendor more patient, more willing to share his knowledge and expertise; all to ensure the perfect fit between a skater's needs, abilities, and budget. Three cheers to John and his friendly staff." -Marcia Focht, mom to short track skater Eleanor Poore

"John is very dedicated to the sport of speedskating. From promoting races in Lake Placid to supplying the first time or advanced skater with information and equipment, John helped us with all the questions we had about what skate equipment was right for us from the first time we experienced the long track in Lake Placid. No matter how busy John is he always has time for a smile and some kind words. We are fortunate to have such a supportive equipment supplier and friend." -Tim and Kathie

"I refer skaters to Dimon Sports because John Dimon is a skate specialist. John has skated for many years, knows the different boot and blade manufacturers in the market and goes to almost all of the meets in the Northeast. He knows how you skate, how to fit you, and what equipment makes sense for your athletic capabilities and budget. If something goes wrong, he stands behind the product and makes sure it is fixed." -Joel Boyd, head coach Binghamton Speed Skating Club

"John is the best blade technician around. He has the best store in the United States. There is nothing better than driving up to Lake Placid, getting on the LT ice in the center of town, then afterwards driving down to John's store to see what's up. I would urge all skaters whether beginner or elite to consider Dimon Sports when buying equipment not only because he is an honest guy and a great guy but because you support keeping speedskating alive in the wonderful small town of Lake Placid, New York. My trips to Lake Placid wouldn't be the same without seeing John's smiling face.  He does truly stock first class equipment and he truly cares about his skaters." -Brian Boudreau, two-time US masters 30-39 national long track champion and 2002 Olympic trials skater

"When I first learned to skate as a kid, I had a very difficult time. This was due to a foot problem and the skates never fit me right. When I enrolled at Paul Smith's College in nearby Saranac Lake, a neighbor said he owned a business and to give it a try sometime. That was John Dimon. John had the most comfortable rental skates that fit my feet like a glove! A year passed and I decided to buy a pair of skates. John set me up on Bont ZX2's and was able to mold that hard shell, basically the whole side of the boot on the inside, to accommodate my protruding ankles! I'm here to tell anyone that this man is fantastic!! He's funny, friendly, takes his time with you, etc. Kudos to John Dimon!" -Lynne Avery