Agreed. The apology was made, sincere, and accepted. I think we've all done this at one time or another. The double-edged sword that is the Internet. I think overall it's been a valuable discussion.
I have been baking my Bauers using an Ace bandage afterwards and it seems to help with the end result. I feel like the fit and wrap of the skate is better when I'm done if I use that bandage after a really hand form the boot to my foot. I think it's the same idea as the shrink wrap - keeping the boot from misshaping or returning to its original shape as it cools after forming.
I just saw a FB post from STX that they are having a US only tent sale on all hockey equipment starting this Thursday.
I am not sure if this means that they are just clearing out remaining inventory before exiting hockey or if they are making room for new products.