Here are some sources our members have used for skates and equipment:

Rainbo Sports
2665 Shermer, Northbrook, IL  (the store is located in Glenview, but has a Northbrook mailing address)
224-235-4764
​www.shoprainbo.com

Skate Shop - might have limited selection 
4150 N. Perryville Rd., Loves Park, IL (inside Carlson Ice Arena)
815-282-0568