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Souldriver
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I'm a guy that needs his forefoot laced but not tight and conpensates with the ankle so the skate doesn't flop from side to side. I can't tell you how many times it made me feel like my knees were locked.
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im sure the forward stance helps with lace bite too as the laces go forward and arnt holding and biting you back.
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im using missions now. first skate in a while i used that is keeping its stiffness well but im 250lbs and its a higher end AC2 model that i splurged on to make sure it doesnt go soft too soon. so far so good. while i was looking i looked at alkali due to Justins presence here and the great reviews ive seen and at the time they didnt fit my foot as well as the missions and i didnt want to put the cash down and hope a bake fixed everything. though ill say when i inquired justin offered to show me how the skate felt on my foot after a bake, the problem is that i would of had to fly from NY to CA :P . But the newest line looks to have a huge improvement to it from a technical standpoint and if i was looking for skates today i would get my ass to a place and try the new line out. im really interested in the stance as i tie the top laces tight and even with the mission hi-lo i feel my legs are very straight and at times there is a feeling that my knees are locked by the straight up skate and stance. i also like the straight 80s but the recessed wheel should do a lot to keep the agility up unlike the reeboks and ccms. but hopefully for my wallets sake i wont need to look any time soon.
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No i wouldnt do that. A proper boot will fit comfortable when not baked. Baking is to get it to mold to you foot shape better but if it's too small it's too small, too big same thing.if it's something like everything is perfect but one spot keeps getting a hot spot while skating there are thing like boot punches for that when trying the skate on I would make your laces are almost all the way loose and you can get your foot in easily and to tie them and give it a stand and see where your foot is and how it feels not just sitting. try on as many as you can. I personally need a wider higher volume boot as I have a boxy chunk of a foot. Bauer vapors are way to small for me. And the reeboks I had broke down too fast and didn't have enough volume. Remember there are wide widths available for most skates but don't jump to them to over compensate for what a bake may do for you.
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I go in expecting not to get any deals but sometimes/rarely you get lucky. but i also wanted to pick up something else, which slips my mind right now....
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With sales and the black Friday / cyber Monday craze coming up I'll keep my eyes peeled for the new stuff and hopefully they'll be out and listed asap
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Is this just for skates or the whole product line?
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Here is also the pencil test for depth.
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I'm still highly anticipating the new TEAM pants as they look very nice at hopefully a comprable price range. I'm hoping for a good holiday bonus this year to pick up the new pants and maybe a new compression undershirt.
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Is this Tucson AZ. I know some places don't do daylight savings but I would check the date.
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That's actually pretty cool. I think I'll be priced out of the top tier stuff anyway but I'm really liking how the grey and black teams are looming in the mock up. I try to avoid as much white as possible as it stains easily and sweat and everything miscolors it, not so much for pants but it's just a pet peeve I've been hung on.
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Any date yet for the new pants? Specifically the Team (is that your 2nd tier) one? I see the current ca series is on sale but I'm weary of the contoured sizing especially with big but short legs like I have. Is your new fit closer to what mission uses because my old mission helium 10000 fit nicely and I would like something as close to that as possible. Also in the new line what's the big difference between the platinum fabric used on the top end ones and the pique fabric used on the Teams?
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We have guitarists here? I should hangout in the off discussions more often. I have been doing guitar work on the side for myself for a bit of time now, since I was about 18. Built a couple of my own too, maybe I'll post pics if I remember. I've also had the pleasure of being able to hangout at a friend's shop where I have seen and heard some guitars that would make your headspin. But if any MSH member needs some guitar work done I would be happy to do it and I would give a discount to members. I don't want to say too much as I know the forums may have rules about this, as I'm technically pimping my "business" but good guitar work is hard to find. Also chadd, look up bcr music (i believe that's the name) they're right outside Harrisburg and are a great shop, their work is phenominal as well. Speaking to Greg there will really brighten any musicians day.
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Ill just put this here
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I would like to update the review by downgrading the durability to an 8 or so. with about 8 game in from last season and playoffs, i went to put the re-akt cage (ill review that separately once i have enough games with it on) onto my helmet and noticed the suspend tech was looking weird. i touched it and the back arm that connect the middle of it to the back had come loose, i thought at first there was an adhesive that came loose, but then noticed a stitch failed. im wondering now if i should report it to bauer see if its taken care of under warranty, stitch it back myself, or leave it because it sits where it should. either way this is a no stress part of the helmet that shouldnt of failed so early.
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2013 Easton V-Series Catalogue
Souldriver replied to JR Boucicaut's topic in 2013 Product Catalogue Reviews
It nice seeing manufacturers noting that players usually cut their sticks by having their rated flex 3" in and how warrior does theirs as well. -
So after my old helmet started to show its age, and the inside gel pads started to move with the hot summer and the immense sweat i decided to go with something a little newer and hopefully has a bit more ventilation. It was this or the e700 but the easton did not fit my head. previous helmet was the H8000 in large, Im keeping it as a backup as there are no issues and i upgraded for better ventilation. Length of use - 2-3 months Fit - GREAT!... for my head that is. For helmets you really need to fit your headshape for the helmet. not only for comfort but that is the best way to protect your dome! Absolutely zero pressure points anywhere on the helmet and its great feeling around the temples/sides due to the block of PoronXRD padding there. I thought my old helmet was comfy but this is legit pillows on my head. I also usually wear a L and got a Med on this helmet and i ended up adjusting it down a lot. Well fitting, comfy, no bulk. Only issue was my ears hit against the ear guards and its not comfy there are all, my old helmet had a grey foam there and it was great, this just has hard clear rubber and it bores on my ear. 9/10 Protection - Feels sturdy and looks like it can take a hit, but JR put it best "New technologies, new foam, new concept. Unfortunately, there's no way for me to prove/disprove that it does as advertised." N/A Weight - Light! Surprisingly light bc there seems to be a lot packed in, with a half shield i can hardly tell its on. its still noticeably lighter than the e700 but it wont bother you in game. i have to get a cage for the upcoming season and im putting on the matching re-akt titanium cage so im not worried about that 9.5/10 Durability - Nothing as of yet, helmet came a little scratched but that may have been a from handling and isnt a structural concern. all screws and moving parts still move well. 10/10 Edit: 8/10 see bottom post for more info Intangibles - One of the big things for me is the heat management. it did this fine and bye bye stinging eyes of summer and visor full of droplets! the hot spot on my forehead form my other helmet is gone and i couldnt be happier. the new inhaler was announced after i bought this or i would of held up. one issue for me was how the black looks, its not a true black. 80% of the time you wont notice but I have OCD and i just catch it in the light sometimes and it erks me. more on this in the pics below. 9/10 Conclusion - I pull no bars in protecting my dome, i need it for a long time and there are no ways of getting around it. i feel comfortable and protected in this helmet. it amazes me how much lighter it is and yet i feel more secure. Im hoping the day that it gets really put to the test never comes but if it does i feel prepared. it also is a great looking helmet with good ventilation. real streamlined but has classic looks. 9.5/10 Final score - 47/50 = 94/100! Pics - very deep black like in the stadiums and on tv right? well sometimes it also looks like this, and JR feel free to remove this but i found in this pic you can see from afar the helemt has a muddy look to it. it never seems to have a real deep "dip your hand into it" liquid black look to it. it looks like real dark dirty oil after an oil change, not saying it looks dirty but thats the best thing i can compare it to. back of the helmet with my "H" logo waterslided on. looks good IMHO
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Lousy pic but it's better than nothing. looks pretty good on the helmet, it seems a little big but i think thats the angle. I really need to pop it off and clean it. one thing i forgot about is the ends are pointy, they will poke you, not draw blood but it will poke.
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Oakley Pro Straight Visor VR903 (clear) Helmet used: Bauer 8800 & Re-akt Fit: It fits both helmets perfectly. It doesn't pull the sides of the helmet out where it attaches either, so it does not affect the fit of the helmet. It actually made my 8800 fit better because the sides werent getitng squeezed in by the cage anymore, i hope being forced back to a cage wony cause problems with the re-akt. Spacers are provided and the side slots allow you to position the visor how you like but the instructions say to push it all the way forward. It also stays in the same position well but i have had some movement on hits, nothing major but it does happen here and there. 9.5/10 Protection: Its a straight cut visor so its really for your eyes but it does protect a good part of my nose. it has saved my face though by being out and blocking a stick blade that would of otherwise hit my face. it doesnt however deter asses on the other team from trying to throw their elbow at your chin. you know those ones the refs never catch. 8/10 Optics: There is no distortion or anything. I have worn this visor in both well and poorly lit rinks and there was no problem. a little hard to keep clean for someone with OCD like me but shouldnt be a problem for most. 9/10 Fog: I use the AFR oakley cleaning spray as recommended and havnt had a problem. i will say on the bench heavy breathing does fog up the bottom lip and that does sometimes solidify as water on my visor. but that could be easily wiped away. i usually wait to the end of the game to wipe it as others will use my towel as a sweat rag, or i will smudge something onto the visor and that will drive me more nuts. 8/10 Durability: I take care of my visors and purchased a micro-mesh helmet bag for trucking around. The visor is strong and there are no visible marks or swirls. even the stick i took to it didnt leave a mark. I use a 100% cotton wash cloth and the afr to clean it. i also dont put the cloth in a wash with fabric softener in it bc sometimes chemical reactions occur. i also dont use softener for any of my gear bc it temporarily destroys the wicking abilities most pieces have. 10/10 Intangibles: This visor has helped me keep my head up believe it or not. i no longer have the bars of the cage blocking the puck in my peripherals. i love it just for that alone! 10/10 Conclusion: Pricey but i love it! comes with all the hardware needed to go and its a fairly easy set up. two hands are better than one for mounting and holding things down while youre tightening the screws but its an easy 1 man job. Overall rating: 54.5/60 = 91/100! Great stuff!
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I know pros usually have flex tailored to their stick length but... I know st Louie is about as tall as me, so his sticks are pretty short I would think. Maybe that's factoring into flex feel.
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Since seeing their retro glove series ive been jonesing for a whalers colors set up
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I know amity harbor sports supports alkali skates well and the skatesafe pro shop always has ads for them at the front desk. And I played at sportime (bethpage) for a while and comparing it to skatesafe I miss their refs, (they give a care) their A/c, their rink is still newer and is a bit bigger as well. The downside is their zamboni broke down and their rinks are sooo dirty and they won't allow my half visor that I have fallen in love with this past season. If you want pm me that shop name and I'll check it out. Unfortunately the ones I've tried rarely have the skate size or width I would like to try and make you pay for the skate for them to get it in and try it. And yeah back on topic. I do like the way alkali is going and although I'm set right now I always look at Justin's stuff, even this past time but the skate didn't fit my very odd shaped foot well enough. Not alkalis fault, my "will never get a skate that fits well" foots fault. I think Justin said that he will be providing demo pairs to stores that they can bake to let a customer feel how the skate will truely fit. This is an insanely good idea, especially for a skate that boasts it's moldability as much.
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Thanks for the help but I'm good. I play at skate safe right now. They used to be good but they have gone a bit down hill imho, but it's a good meeting point for my work team. For bearings I have bones super swiss 6. They're awesome and last very long. For wheels my two insides are the orange addictions and the outsides are 78a rink rat hot shots. I found the addictions to be ok but they would get cracks very easily. I always liked the rink rats and they always lasted forever for me.so I went back and put on the two as the outside wheels and it's great. They also make the addictions crack way less. When I called rink rat directly i was actually recommended the hot shots over the hornets bc they're the same shell but just with less m-tech so it won't deflect as much on me. I have also always asked if I could get skates without the wheels and shops said no straight out to me. They also will rarely ever do anything with the skate price so I find myself buying online more and more when shops have their 20% off sales. That could be another question for Justin, I know some ice skates come.with the option of no steels/holders. Wouldn't it be good to offer roller skates with no wheels and bearings and knock off a but from the price. But in the end I could see the price differential not being worth it.
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Justin. I have 2 questions concerning some business decisions a skate company named. I'm seeing, thankfully over the years higher end skates have been coming with some sort of swiss bearing. Though most of them are bsb, labeda, or mission brands. I see why mission would use their own stuff and skates using labeda chassis and wheels using labedas brand but for others why hasn't anyone used bones. They are considered to be the tops in the bearings world and are highly regarded around here as well. Are they cost prohibitive? Does bones not want to wheel and deal? Or are they really more concentrated on the skateboard/speed skate market? Also with wheels one of my pet peeves is that skates always come with soft 74a or 76a durometer wheels. Now I'm a heavier guy (250lbs) and am obviously on the very high side of the spectrum. But I feel like many players are over the magical 180lbs mark and would benefit from a slightly harder wheel. Am I wrong about this, are many of the players actually much much lighter? I know from my past teams I would say (not counting the really small light guys, and the bug heavies such as myself) the average weight is between 180-200 lbs. Not that well see it anytime soon but I would love a new set of skates to come with wheels I can use. I can't tell you how many sets of high end wheel I've had to pawn off bc they are so soft it feels like I'm skating on gummy bears. And if I do skate on them they fail within a game or two. It's not fun buying $400 skates then spending 80-100 more on new wheels, which is ampliphied if you change chassis styles Preemptive strike: iI know imI'm heavier than iI shoukdshould be but illI'll never be under 180lbs even if i perfectly healthy and in good shape. I've been in good shape before and became I'll for about a month once in high school, I lost a lot of weight and was only about 186.
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That stinks. I would still get your foot measured somewhere. Boots mold to your foot more and more over time and to base a measurement off another boots size seems a little odd to me.
