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beerleaguecaptain

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  1. On 11/21/2023 at 11:55 AM, stick9 said:

    You use the commercial version linked or the black plastic one with the twist lock clasp? 

    I use the twist lock version. It's ok. I never get the feeling the blade is seated properly even though I know it's the clamp that aligns everything. It's the one aspect I don't care for. 

    I use the back plastic one.  Yes it feels a bit chincy but I just don't over think it.  Always comes out level.


  2. On 9/22/2023 at 12:26 PM, shoot_the_goalie said:

    Beam sounds pretty cool, but not sure the value is there for $250 as a stand alone.  A manual edge checker is pretty easy to use, and pretty precise for what's needed.  The big play here is that good edge checkers are usually around $100 or more on their own due to economies of scale.  However, now with 3D printing, one can print their own edge checker for relatively cheap.

    The major difference is that the beam will tell you via the app EXACTLY what to do on your sharpener to achieve perfectly level.  No guess work. I like the idea and will likely buy one. 


  3. Just got off the Zoom call with Russ and learned some things.

    • The Gen 3 does speak to the app and Beam via bluetooth so there is increased functionality there.  The machine will tell the app exactly how much life is in a ring the Hepa filter, error code fixes and other things.  
    • The Beam does sound really cool.  It will specifically tell you exactly how much to adjust in the alignment to get a perfect edge based on the generation machine you have.  
    • They are coming out with an accessory that will allow you to mark exactly where the perfect alignment is for you skates so that when you adjust the alignment for someone else's skates you can just dial right back to your perfect spot.  It attaches to the alignment screw.
    • The Pro base has spots to attach DIY 3D printed knobs, shelves etc.

    DM


  4. Full disclosure - I am one of the new Sparx Brand Ambassadors.

    We have a Zoom call with Russ on Thursday.  I will ask about how the bluetooth actually benefits the end user.  Let me know if you have other questions.

    To me, at first glance, it's all a bit gimmicky and evolutionary not revolutionary. Yes, beam looks cool but not sure its needed UNLESS it will provide usable and actionable feedback.  I am interested in automated calibration.  Thats the way to get the machine perfect and this might be a step in that direction.

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  5. On 5/24/2023 at 12:07 PM, iceman8310 said:

    DId the stick come yet?  I would contact Gepetto on Instagram

    YES!!!  Got the stick last week and I am very happy with it overall. The stick is supposed to be a P46 clone but the rocker is a but different. Nothing terrible though and I pretty comfortable.  It has pretty good pop.  Not really best in class but it's sold.  Blade feel is really good.  No complaints there.  You can certainly see the fuse point but the quality is good.  Overall it's a great choice and a really solid value if you can be patient.  Especially since my curve isn't available anymore.

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  6. On 3/25/2023 at 3:53 PM, chippa13 said:

    I never thought I'd move to an "order form" brand but after pulling a Total One NXG PM9 out of the basement  went searching for the pattern. I landed on and pulled the trigger on a couple Shift 23 sticks in the SM9 pattern. After a few skates, the sticks are surprisingly decent. I wasn't expecting much getting 2 for $309 but they perform well enough. The feel in the hands reminds me of a lighter Vapor XX.

    Welcome back bud!!!

    I ordered a prostockhockey from Gepetto...    hasn't com yet.

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  7. 11 hours ago, strosedefence34 said:

    CCM does.  A friend of mine got custom Jetspeed FT2 I think that's what they were at least when CCM first started doing the retail customs.  He had them add these fat ankle donuts for him.

    Yeah...  Problem is adding extra padding isn't what I need.  My interior ankle bones are about an inch or so more forward than normal humans so I need the whole pocket shifted forward.

     


  8. On 10/21/2022 at 11:43 AM, stick9 said:

    Bauer used to do them as customs, I think they were called V-Cuts. @dkmiller3356has a pair. There are quite a few NHLer's in tech-mesh boots. They look like the regular curv version minus the shine. Jonathan Toews is probably the most notable. 

    I love mine and when they give up the ghost I'll be really challenged to find a skate that works for me.

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