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I believe the all three designs are still in use. Greyskull ordered his pair on July 29th: http://modsquadhockey.com/forums/index.php/topic/63437-vh-footwear/page-46#entry1033419 http://modsquadhockey.com/forums/index.php/topic/63437-vh-footwear/page-49#entry1034364 Looks like he got the second boot design due to asking for a "coated toecap" versus the "nylon toecap", but also has the third design's one-piece tendon. And Wanz getting the third design nylon toecap with the first design tendon guard wrap: http://modsquadhockey.com/forums/index.php/topic/63437-vh-footwear/page-52#entry1034972
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Doesn't hurt to ask. I noticed there are about three types of boot designs:
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Got a "not a problem" from Rob. Don't see why this wouldn't be an option considering it's practically on every retail boot you buy.
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Asked Rob and he said that he could stiffen up the area! So, that's good news! Metatarsal different color with embroidery:
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He responded with yes, it comes in different colors. So, you don't have to have it look like the carbon accented picture used in the pdf/document posted back in June.
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I just emailed Rob asking about the enhanced metatarsal guard, so I'll let you guys know as soon as he responds.
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Looks like I may have mistaken the enhanced version for the regular version. Will be asking Rob about that. I'm convinced that the this time will be better around because I quadruple checked my measurements. So hopefully, I won't have ankle wrap issues and they'll stay stiffer for longer. Just as precaution, I'll be emailing Rob back (as I just got a response, see below) with questions about upper quarter stiffness. Thanks for reminding me! Just got an e-mail from Rob and looks like I'll be switching to an-all black boot:
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That's exactly what I'm worried about and put a note on that request for them to make a recommendation or offer a solution. Also, I'm a bit worried that if they don't make the toebox wide enough, would I still be able to punch the area out with the new toebox covering (since it extends pretty far back)?
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Looks like the hard plastic coating they use to protect the toe cap. Alright! Put in an order, let's see if they'll be able to accommodate the design requests (mock ups I created in about a night): LS Edge 263mm Holders pre-installed (without the steel, I'll be installing my own)Built-in 4mm shims??? -- I kept bottoming out on my current VH skates near the forefoot areas, please recommend a proper height adjustment or solutionVH Logo Blacked Out (Instep & Outstep logos) but keep "VH Footwear" text Black Wick LinerNylon Plastic Toe Cap OverlayEnhanced Sidewall ProtectionOne-Piece Polymer Tendon Guard"VH" logo on back of Tendon Guard in a gold metallic -- similar to the silver metallic material you use for the VH logo along the instep/outstep of the boot, but in goldBlack felt tongue with Black Enhanced Metatarsal Guard with white "MC 88" embroideryWhite-accented leather on front of Tongues -- White accents along the sides, with a black middle sectionRust-Resistant Eyelet Coating -- Preferably an all black coating. Here in California, we have very humid weather and my current VH skates didn't withstand the humidity and developed a lot of rust in a short amount of time.White accented leather material down eyelet 3 and black leather material down eyelet 4 and around the back of the bootBlack on Black and White on White Stitching Thread
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I'm planning on ordering a new pair, so I'll ask Rob/Scott their recommendation. I was planning on going back to retail, but when switching to Vapor 1Xs, they were just too shallow to accommodate my foot and gave me lace bite. Even though I'm a bit disappointed that I have to pay in USD, I think in the long run, it'll be worth it for the fit and comfort of the boot (since I'll be wearing them practically 7 days a week). On another note, the Wiz going VH:
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Yeah, I have a super wide forefoot (4E).
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Thanks bud, I appreciate the help!
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I'm currently using Step Steel Black and it's not helping.
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I kept bottoming out in my VHs. Would shims fix this issue? If so, how high should I go?
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Interesting. I'm going I'll use this method when baking my retail skates (I have width issues). Thanks!
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If they feel too tight and you want to widen the boots from the inside, then it's better to wear an extra pair of socks or choose a thicker pair of socks, such as those for mountain climbing. Also, if you feel pinching, then place a sponge-like material or silicon gel pad where it hurts--place on both sides of the foot, or else it'll feel awkward.
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learning hockey at an advanced age
mc88 replied to Amazinmets73's topic in General Hockey Discussions
Depends on your tenacity to improve and how quickly you can pick up techniques. I'm currently teaching a 32 year old woman and she's at the beginner level (she can stop, skate backwards and shoot) and she achieved that within 8-10 months or so. She won't be playing at a "competitive level" for at least another year or so. But the thing that's important to note that she does two hockey classes, plays games, and she gets taught by me. So, she's definitely passionate about learning and playing (when she first started she told me she never had any intention of playing, but with a little time and patience, she got the confidence to want to play). So to sum it up: The more dedicated you are, the quicker and more proficient you'll become at being a hockey player! -
Standing on the inside edges when straight up. When I get into my stance (low and wide), extreme inside edges. In fact, when I've tried to stand up (from being knocked down, tripped, catching edge...etc), at least once per game, my feet will just slide out from underneath me. Almost like I'm standing up on the bottom-inside of the holder or runner. I just had the runners freshly sharpened, so I know they're not the culprit. I've also recently switched to waxed laces because the boots were becoming super loose throughout a game. This past game, they definitely felt snug with the waxed laces throughout the game, but they still lacked that overall ankle support. I'm not a heavy dude, 5'8" 155lbs, so these boots shouldn't have softened up so quickly.
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The biggest downside that I'm having with my "older generation" VHs (and the main reason why I'm buying new skates) is that they're already soft after a year and a couple months:
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Small, short and sweet update from my VH experience: As much as I loved the fit, I felt the durability was a bit "meh". And as such, I've since decided to move on from my VH skates. I was planning on buying another pair, but decided against it because there are literally no shops around that could fix my current VH skates properly (so no use buying another pair). Current issues with my older generation VHs... (unfortunately, all of this work will fall outside of the warranty period) - Rusted eyelets -- talked to a LHS and they said the eyelets on the VHs are smaller than the normal eyelets, and therefore they couldn't replace them - Rivets coming loose -- had that same LHS replace all the rivets/coppers on both boots about a month ago and I've already had to replace several rivets that became loose - Tongue degradation -- the Velcro on the top of the tongues is completely shot after a few months, the tongue itself is falling apart due to rubbing (the felt is splitting in two and the black leather accents have almost completely worn off), and the tongues have developed a noticeable crease near the top due to flopping (thankfully no lace bite yet) - Boot degradation -- the stitching near the toebox has completely come off, where the side pieces are starting to pull away from the boot, pieces of the liner are starting to become unglued near the top ankle edges, and the top part of the boot has gone really soft near the first eyelet (I've always felt that I start to "bend" when I'm leaning forward) - Tendon guard too stiff -- despite having the tendon guard fixed to be more flexible, I think it's still too stiff. When pressed firmly against, it often leads to some discomfort, as pieces of exposed hard plastic dig into the ankle. On the same note, you'll get the same discomfort because the "comfort edge," is a bit too thin. When taking tight turns and skating backwards, you can feel that comfort edge compress and the hard plastic dig into the outer ankles. Thankfully, not enough to cut or blister, but feels like an uncomfortable pinch. Hopefully, they've addressed the issues above with this new design. However, after only owning these for just shy of a year and half, I expected them to be more durable over the long haul. As such, I'm moving on to some Vapor 1Xs (retail) and the VHs will become my back ups.
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What the new skates look like via another member from another forum:
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Hawks Winter Classic
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My pair are just about done too (stitching/material coming undone near toe cap), hopefully they've started to implement these upgrades now!
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Hell yes! Finally some upgrades. Despite the pricing, I'm thinking about getting another pair with some stiffer tongues. Condensed PDF specs: Plastic Toe Cap Overlay -- overlaps the carbon fiber shell for additional protectionToe Cap Color Options -- Red, White, Blue, Yellow, Silver, and GreenEnhanced Sidewall Protection -- adds protection to the sides of the boots, but makes the boot stiffer and 30 grams heavierLiner Options -- Tan Clarino or Black Wick LinerOne-Piece Tendon Guard -- one-piece polymer infused plastic tendon guardTongue Upgrades Options -- enhanced metatarsal guard (for rigidity) and/or custom embroidery option (up to 3 digits)
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Looks much cleaner! Good to see that they're continuing to tweak the boot design... I think they should still consider coating their eyelets to prevent rust. Nearly all of the major manufacturers do it, so no need to skimp out.
