A2rhino

Nostalgia for the sake of nostalgia. This is a great point! And you are correct. The XN10 was a great stick. BUT........ How would it compare to sticks today? No different than any other great stick or skates in the past. Would they really compete? Maybe, but most likely no. However, lets face it. Marketing sells and I would believe its safe to say; Marketing OVER SELLS. No different than in this instance.

Well after seeing that PDF, I'm guessing TPS is back. Although I question the 335g weight.

Interesting. HockeyMonkey SWEARS its the return of Louisville TPS.

Who is now manufacturing this stick? https://www.hockeymonkey.com/tps-response-hockey-sticks?trk_msg=EQD3RIN3M57KNERCMIT4J8524O&trk_contact=BUB674MH6J9E44N6TML47PIHMO&trk_sid=VC5D5TI1HSEDRCQTA2SIGDIR68&trk_link=DPNQPG6G2K8KNBDNE9H2D0TO5S&utm_source=listrak&utm_medium=email&utm_term=TPS+Response+Rubber+and+Response+Vintage+Hockey+Sticks&utm_campaign=LTK+BC+TPS+Response+Hockey+Sticks

Helmet: CCM V08 PRO STOCK Cage: CCM FM780 Shoulder Pads: RBK 8K PRO STOCK Elbow Pads: Warrior LX PRO STOCK Shin Pads: RBK 7K PRO STOCK Pants: CCM HP70XP Gloves: CCM,HP12 Skates: TRUE CAT PRO Sticks: PSHS VS PRO9246

I actually just ordered a size smaller tongue as I have run into the same issue with where they sit to be the most protective and comfortable.

The Mako just has so much of a VH and True feel to it. Especially in the open carbon heel and rivets in the tendon guard. Interesting read. https://iceskatehistory.co.uk/mlx

Good to know, thank you. Not sure why I thought he was.

Far from an expert on this but wasn't Scott Van Horn (TRUE) the creator of the Mako Skate? You may want to try the True Shift Max holders as I have heard they are at an aggressive pitch. I currently am having my Trues swapped out for the new Speed Shift holders as they are less aggressive.

Good to know. I just ordered the new holders and steel. Look forward to taking them for a test drive. Will place a photo when they have been installed.

Per the team at TRUE In CAD, plus shipping: SpeedShift HP DLC Steel is $199.99/pair SpeedShift Holder is $69.99/piece(not pair) What are the chances of this steel bowing and holding up to a heavier person with the cutouts in them. I remember when Bauer did this and it was a disaster.

Learn something new everyday. I had no idea that was what the numbers represented. I actually just bought a pair of NEW Catalyst Pro's in my size. I looked at the Catalyst 9x4 but did notice that they were a bit less stiff than what I am use to. These Cat Pro's seem to fit the bill. My plan is to switch out the holders to CCM XS so I can once again use Step Steel and be more at a pitch that I am use to.

Thanks for all the feedback. I downloaded the True Scan app and it failed miserably. Had me in a size 7.75 W. I contacted True and they apologized and suggested the same as you all, a 9 Wide. I'm going to an actual store today to have them take my True scan their and see what it says as well. Thanks again and BTW, Does anyone know when the True Catalyst PX6 will be released?

I've been using these stick now for a few years. Not the VF but the PSHS Original back in the day RED LINE and currently the OG BLUE and VS. skating twice a week without ever having any issue with any cracks or broken blades. A few went soft as expected later on and I broke one at the center of the shaft, but honestly was testing to see just how much it could take. And it was a lot. I would guess his issue was a one off and I'm sorry to hear about that as I'm a HUGE FAN of these sticks. As for you, I would highly recommend the OG BLUE. Don't let the price fool you. These sticks are awesome!

I did not bake them in fear of not being able to return them if they didn't fit. Thank you for the advice. I will give this a try and report back with my experience. Thanks again.