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I have a fitlite with white bars and it just vanishes. The flat bars really make a difference. I had been wearing a Bauer concept 3 shield and got tired of the fog issues, so I went cage. I found that there was a really obvious difference in vision between the Bauer and ccm cages based on where the bars landed. For me, the Bauer bars felt like they were right where I was looking, and the ccm bars felt out of the way. If you can, bring your helmet in see how the cages would actually sit. I was surprised how much it mattered for me

I agree with Monty. Get something with flatter/thinner bars. The titanium cages from Bauer (Reakt) and CCM (Fitlite) are both very good. The titanium cages are also lighter than steel and won't rust. I have tried both the Bauer Reakt and the CCM Fitlite titanium and they're both very light with great visibility. The CCM fits a bit longer and wider in the same size (I had both in large) which was a better fit for my face and helmet; that's why I prefer the CCM, but if the Reakt fits you well then it's a great cage. I'd just try those two on in a store with your helmet and buy the one that fits you best. Remember, you don't have to buy the same size cage as your helmet - you can go up or down a size if that fits your face better.

I've found the the flatter, oval shaped bars have more of an effect on visibility than the difference between the gunmetal or white. I've been wearing a Bauer 7500 since they came out with no desire to change.

+1 for the Re-akt cage

Two things that people often inexplicably overlook, then complain that they can’t see out of the cage- 1) buy the correct size for your face. Don’t buy one two sizes too big. 2) don’t “hang” the cage 3 inches from your chin, wear it like it’s designed. I think if people would quit doing that, they wouldn’t have such a problem adapting.

I agree that flat bars help more than color, though from a goalie perspective I find white to be MUCH better than any darker color so I try to stick with that generally. All of that said, a cage where the bars are JUST in the right spot will be the best for your visibility regardless of shape or color.

I am not 100% sure beyond the d30 foam in the 7092. That being said, I don’t think the d30 does anything. I have the 6052 elbows that have it, and it is so thin and hard I honestly wish it wasn’t there. I have taken a few falls where I landed right on the d30. Ouch. I wish there was just some normal foam instead. I have seen some of the newer ccm stuff has d30 lite, which actually seemed more squishy and padded than what is in mine, so maybe the new stuff is better. But my opinion of d30 is that it looks and sounds cool, and doesn’t do much beyond that. Pretty happy with the straps and the fit though. They have held up just fine

Looks like the adopted the alternative lacing system from the 2S Pro.

I'd have no problem putting you in a Supreme looking at that scan. The 3D Skate analyzes and recommends best fit or primary fit. Where you have one foot which is wider than the other going custom is a good decision.

I had the reverse experience. The scan recommended a Supreme though I ultimately ended up in a Vapor. I’m fairly certian either model would have worked. The Vapor just felt better, especially in the ankle area.