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In relation my most anticipated price point $75-100 (US) how much of the performance trickles down the line for us dads with mortgages and kids in college?

Eli Wallach RIP

The quarter package of the skate has been updated with ribs for additional flex; down spec'd versions of the quarter package extend down to the 26k. You're still getting the Pump, liner and felt tongue from the 20k, however, the SB 4.0 holder which debuted on the RBZ skate is on the Ribcor - but with a black version of the SB steel. The SB Black will also be on the 30k skate as well. seems like there are not a lot of changes. Haven't seen the skate though.

Influenza a in our house as of today.

f-ing TMJ is killing me for the last 2 weeks. Had it "fixed" when I had my wisdom teeth out 20+years ago. Came back with a vengeance thanks to hockey. Shoulder to the jaw.... not his fault just muckin' in the corner.

I've been under the impression that the new Iginla (or whatever it will be called) is a clone of the Bauer P88

Went to my Aunt's "remembrance picnic" on Saturday. Great lady. She passed two months ago and she'll be missed. Was my dad's last surviving sibling out of 9. Her house was always the July 4th party for our extended family. A Yard full of laughing, singing(in their native language), drinking second generation Austrians. In her fading days she asked my cousin if anyone would ever remember the good old times we all had through the years. He told her that of course no one would ever forget. We didn't let her down. We started another generation this past Saturday of laughing, singing, drinking family that has reconnected and has vowed to never let the memories fade away.

Blocked a shot last night and both bruising a bone and spraining the posterior tibial tendon. Walking boot for 6 weeks. Spring season's over for me :(

Back on the ice again for the first time in 18 months. Thanks rehab. and I thought I was slow before!

Based upon what you described the U foam has been replaced or upgraded? Or is it the whole boot that is now mold-able similar to a supreme idea? Is the fit different through the entire line or does the old U/vector fit remain at a certain price point? I'm asking mostly for my son (15) as he loves his CCM skates and can't fit in much else.

agreed with the old iginla. when it came out it really resembled the recchi IMO.

looking to get into inline after rehab. I currently wear Easton stealth (as it's the best ice boot fit for me). Does alkali offer a comparable fit?

Thanksgiving...... I love my parents but am just lost when I try to figure out how none of my siblings will ever have them over for Thanksgiving. When was it decided that my wife and I "take them". Yep that's what my sister said...."take them".

Having to take 7 leadership assessments. Hours of BS just so I can now be "labeled" through the development/HR pipeline.

Mission Intake EPP Cage:Itech Fantom Time Used: 3 years Previous helmets used: Nike 0004, Jofa 690 I'd been on the hunt for ther perfect helmet for my head for some time. Spent some time comparing price and features, etc.. the Intake was the talk of MSH @ the time so I figured it was worth a try. Went on Ebay and ended up getting one with cage for $60. Fit: Fit is wider than the NB helmets and more similar to Jofa helmets IMO. Sits a bit higher on the head due the the EPP and ventilation system. Gel pads on the EPP were great for the first 2 years but started slipping around and coming loose in year 3. A little liquid nails fixed that easily. Bottom line for me -comfy and cool for my head. Ventilation is great all around this lid. 10/10 Protection: I've taken my share of unintentional hits(usually more dangerous) with this helmet as we're a no check league. Great all around. I feel safe and secure when on the ice which is my primary concern. 10/10 Durablility: As others have said the outside shell and EPP have not been an issue since purchase. the adhesive on the gel pads will loosed up with excessive heat so be sure to check them. If you feel someting pulling your hair as you take the helmet off check then right away. A little liquid nails worked great(thanks JR!) to anchor them in place and extended the life of the helmet. 8/10 Price: I got this for a steal on Ebay for $60 (with cage!). Retail was $99 which is also stellar for the features included. 10/10 Intangibles: I really can't complain except for the gel pads sliding around after 2 years of use. I have not had any rust problems with screws like other posters have had. It is cooler than other helmets but not crazy cool like the ads led you to believe. I don't want to worry about my helmet or sweat dripping in my eyes during play. I do notice the sweat on the bench but you have EPP which IMO makes you hotter so hopefully the vents do their job during play. does the "dynamo" liner help evaporate more sweat? If it does it's not as dynamic as we're led to believe. 9/10 Overall conclusion: A great helmet at a great price. If it fits your head you won't be disappointed. this product has been discontinued due the Bauer/Mission merger and I'm sad to see it go. I recently purchased a VN pro stock model for coaching and the fit is very similar. I hope to stock up on another one before they're all gone.