New Skates

[BucksAway 16]

Hi,

Looking at purchasing some new skates are the inner lining on my current skates are coming apart as well as the out sole slowly chipping back away from the boot. I only have the option to try on Bauer due to location and LHS . I have currently tried on the APX2 in the ice boot for a size comparison and it's a great fit, although it is expensive.

I am a very strong aggressive skater so need a solid pair of boots. Currently skating in the RX60.

I have looked at reviews and am still torn on a decision whether to get the APXR2, X90 or last years APX. Are the APXR2 really worth an extra $400 over the X90? an extra $450 over last years APX? Are the new X90's really worth the extra $50 over the APX?

I would love to have more option but without trying the skates on I don't want to purchase blind when spending so much ( thankfully it worked with my current skates ) It is not possible for me to try on any of the Alkali's or Tour's. I may have the chance to try some RBZ in the coming weeks but chances are slim.

Any recommendations will be appreciated.

Thanks

[sjs0433 15]

What size are you?

[althoma1 574]

Usually the previous model top of the line skate on clearance will give you the best bang for your buck. Sure, the latest model will have some upgrades, but I don't think they'll ever make up for a $450 price gap unless you must have the latest and greatest. If you can find the APXR skates on clearance in your size for $450 less than the APX2R skates then I'd go for them. Put the money you save aside and perhaps when the APX2R goes on clearance you can grab a pair of those as well. Finding your size in the APXR skates may be the biggest challenge at this point.

[kovalchuk71 212]

Are the APX2r worth almost double as compared to the X90r? My answer is No. The X90 is a solid, solid skate. Very stiff and light. If the alum chassis bothers you, mount a magnesium on it.

The best value though (if they have your size) is the APXR on clearance. Man is that a killer deal. If I didn't have APX2r, I would have jumped on it.

[MikeWhy 39]

Are the APX2r worth almost double as compared to the X90r? My answer is No. The X90 is a solid, solid skate. Very stiff and light. If the alum chassis bothers you, mount a magnesium on it.

The best value though (if they have your size) is the APXR on clearance. Man is that a killer deal. If I didn't have APX2r, I would have jumped on it.

spot on. I loved my x90s when i had them. From what i know a lot of pros actually prefer the tech mesh to the composite. Side note, you mentioned ccms, if you fit in vapors like a glove, i have a tough time believing you'll fit in the rbz's since they are one of the widest boots on the market.

[BucksAway 16]

I am a 7.5EE . I have been measured up and tried on the APX2 ice boot,

Hockey monkey has the APXR for $449.98. Does anybody know the weight difference between the 3 skates? I doubt I would even notice it anyway.

I can't see myself dropping $900 on the APXR2 unless there are some serious advantages in them which it appears there isn't really. $50 difference between the APXR and X90 is really what I should be looking at.

[Vet88 673]

I know a lot of players in apxr's and the boots / frames are still going strong. If they fit you and you can handle the ultra stiffness in the boot then I'd be buying these over the X90's. You are getting a hell of a lot of skate for $449.98.

[Stewie 721]

Not to mention you get 25 percent off that likely :)

[BucksAway 16]

$337.48 for APX. I think my decision is made!

[kovalchuk71 212]

I am a 7.5EE . I have been measured up and tried on the APX2 ice boot,

Hockey monkey has the APXR for $449.98. Does anybody know the weight difference between the 3 skates? I doubt I would even notice it anyway.

I can't see myself dropping $900 on the APXR2 unless there are some serious advantages in them which it appears there isn't really. $50 difference between the APXR and X90 is really what I should be looking at.

HockeyMonkey has 25% off clearance, dropping the APXR to ~$340.00 JUMP ON THIS. You won't find a better deal, period. The code is "WECARE25"

[ChrisLGR20 2]

Just disregard this message. Was using tapatalk for the first time and didn't see the section of this thread. :-/

[ddk1029 0]

Look into the XR premier, they are on sale, only a few grams heavier than the apx and apx2, are lighter than the x90 and they have a magnesium chassis. I have them and very happy with.

[louierev07 31]

I am a 7.5EE . I have been measured up and tried on the APX2 ice boot,

Hockey monkey has the APXR for $449.98. Does anybody know the weight difference between the 3 skates? I doubt I would even notice it anyway.

I can't see myself dropping $900 on the APXR2 unless there are some serious advantages in them which it appears there isn't really. $50 difference between the APXR and X90 is really what I should be looking at.

Too bad you arent a D. I have APX2 7.5D boots that I might be looking to sell.

What inline skates are you using now? It might be cheaper to get a used ice boot, and then convert them to inline skates, rather than buy the whole thing. If you already have the chassis, wheels, and bearings I would.

Also, I dont think weight is a big issue, especially with roller blades. The frame, wheels, and bearings are so heavy that the difference between a high end boot and low end really wont be very noticeable.