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I didn’t have any bog down affect. I know what you mean tho. I’ve had that feeling with other wheels in the passed. I’m 6’2 230. I’m a bigger guy. I’m hard on wheels. To me they were just as fast as addictions with double the grip.

just my 2 cents ive used alot of different wheels over my time playing roller konixx pure x +2 in my opinion are hands down the best

The CCM V08 is a similar fit and same padding as a 4500 and still readily available (Dicks was selling them new still just a couple months ago). Personally I think the V08 is a better looking helmet but that's all preference... it's one of the most used helmets in the NHL so I don't think I'm alone there lol. Just be aware the CCM runs bigger than Bauer... I'm a medium in Bauer but a small in CCM. Of course now with that said I've ditched all my V08's and started using a CCM 910 which is way more comfortable and lighter (and supposedly more safe?).

Bauer made the SGX 90, a shin pad with built in knee brace. (I vaguely remember Eric Lindros being the poster boy for these, as they were originally produced for him)