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I got my case! Pelican iM2200 fits perfectly. The case comes with a couple layers of pick and pluck foam since it's a 6" (ID) case. I'm using the middle layer to hold things like a couple extra sets of steel, and various other accessories like screws and a screwdriver, mask bits and bobs, etc. Here's what I've done so far:

That would be the K-Strap :)

With modern larger knee pads and butterfly technique, you need open landing areas. I don't see any way to get that without going knee-to-calf with any straps, even the elastic. Any strap behind the knee across is going to cause binding and lack of rotation. If you are missing the landing gear, you can get smaller knee pads which will allow you to get closer to the front of the pad and on to the gear. I would normally recommend Passau, but since you are smaller, they are going to be too big and cause you the same problems. I would look into either the Bauer 1S or Warrior Ritual X Pro retail guards. Both have a pretty slim profile and are still protective. I have the Sr version of the Ritual X, and I really like it. If it were better cushioned in the landing area, I woud be wearing them over my Passau's. I think the Pro version will address that and also be more protective. You may also consider the strapping system that Monster Hockey sells that goes around your calf. It replaces the knee strap, so you get a much more open knee cradle, but it still keeps your leg in place and the pad in control.

Cole is on Step Steel. As for that Marlies team with Hosang and McDavid its funny about the story because it's so true. However in the final game of tge OHL cup McDavid was told he was falling because his blades were so low. I offered to switch them and match the profile. Josh said he should. But the captain said it would be bad luck. So he left them just sharpened. He fell on a break away to tie the game and his team lost in the finals. Since then he has always had fresh steel. Profiled and sharp.

Actually Stick9 is correct. there are many guys have no clue of profile and or hollow. Some like to learn and some just say not to sharp or sharper. I worked with McDavid at the OHL cup and earlier on in that season and he was at 5/8ths. If he changed later in the OHL not sure?

Update! I have the full kit now :) Blade holder and edge checker both arrived today. Sparx even threw in some stickers to put on my DIY case once I have it. I already see I'm going to be cross grinding my mako runners, they were quite uneven. My goalie skates that had their first sharpen by JR and only the Sparx since were perfect.

Awesome setup. Do you take it on the road, or just back and forth from home and the local rink? Are you using an edge checker, if so which one? colins

^^ It's not about how long you've been doing it, it's about how long you've been doing it well !! A dedicated mentor and you are on your way to learning. Practice, practice, practice.

Gloves are finally in my possession. Here's a couple quick snaps

These are my custom gloves from MIA/Warrior. The MIA Infernos on the top left is a tribute glove to my friend and line-mate "Chet Peterson" who died playing hockey in the Las Vegas Tourney back in April 2006.

Just received 2 pairs of Franchise gloves. Can't say enough good things about Joe @ Warrior. Although I did not opt for every option possible I was very particular about what I wanted and the only thing Warrior did not do was a different logo on the thumb of the black pair. Both pairs are 14", all Tufftek, Savard cuff (I waited a couple months to order as Warrior just finished the cutting dies and there is no additional cost now), embroidered name (edited) & number, nash palms and VA-80 with pro pack.