I feel like then a "-1" pitch is misleading. It's just a relative number compared to other skates that are more aggressive. I just can't imagine than a Supreme skate, in it's entirety would be a real "negative" pitch, ie, you're actually put in a stance that would put you back on your heels. I'm not equipment manager or hockey shop owner, but I don't see why/how that would be something beneficial, even to a total novice.