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FINALLY! A helmet (except from the Cooper SK600) that fits my huge head. Sold the CCM 652 and got this Jofa 290. Gave it a good clean, removed the studs, replaced them with new screws & nuts, added extra visor/j-clip holes (by hand, without power tools), added the new visor, plus Saltires and my number that I traced on to spare helmet sticker tabs. I knew that Selanne wore a 290 in the '91 Canada Cup, but wanted to see if he wore one with Jokerit. And he did indeed in the 1991-92 season (a white one too - much to my pleasure). Tah-dah! (Notice the ear shield central 'bars' are missing.)

He was featured on the HNIC pre-game show, just after the Olympics.

Here's what I got in the mail today: Initial Thoughts: I have baked them only. So far, there might be a few problem areas when I hit the ice, but I'm holding judgement until then. As far as the construction goes, these feel solid, sturdy, and well-made. As for the craftsmanship, it's a bit messy. For example, there are signs of glue stains and some glue residue streaks across the boots (I was able to remove the streaks, but not the glue stains on the fabric). Also, as you'll notice in the last picture, there appears to be some smudge marks on the toe-caps as well. I am being nit-picky, but since these cost $850, I'd expect them to be clean as possible. However, since these are custom and hand-made, I understand they won't be flawless. In a few days, I'll get more in-depth. But for now, I'm happy. These things are pretty comfortable!

Some new malkin's

Got these done for a czech friend of mine. What do you think?

Nice passing play last nice on the Hall goal: http://sports.yahoo.com/video/hall-buries-perrons-no-look-025028102.html

You will love it more as you won't be replacing it like you do Windows machines. #lovemymac