I currently have Reebok Ribcor skates 8.5D with 280 Speed blade holders/runners. The fit is not bad but can use better heel lock especially on my right foot. At first, I thought about trying on the Easton Mako skates but the lack of protection and really aggressive stance had me back off. Now I read about the VF skates and I might actually pull the trigger. The question is the holder. I really like the look of the black Tuuk edge holder with the black VH skate but I think I already got used to the Speed blade holders/runners after having my Ribcor's for about 4-5 months. I never skated on Bauers/Tuuks. The speed blade has 10' radius (correct me if I am wrong) and Tuuk has 9' radius but that can be fixed by profiling. To my understanding, the Speed blade has more aggressive pitch (close to Bauer Vapor line) and the holder is more neutral. Also does anybody know the difference in pitch between VH skate boot and the Ribcor boot? Still have the Mako in back of my mind too. Thank you guys for your help and suggestions.