Tyler55
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15 minutes ago, IPv6Freely said:No.
Then why shit on a product if you aren't interested in exploring new products? Isn't that what this forum is for?
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15 minutes ago, IPv6Freely said:Which equipment did he develop for the NHL?
Ask him.
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9 minutes ago, mickz said:They're not the first company to import Chinese sticks and slap their logos on. What other equipment has this owner developed? We've seen many companies try this business model and fail.
First of all, I don't work for this company. I worked with him, and he knows what he is doing. He has developed a lot of equipment that was used in the NHL. People have won many Cups using equipment that he has developed. He has spent a lot of time in R&D departments at the highest level and in the factories. He would know best what works. I just was happy to see that he is still contributing to this industry. if you aren't interested in a company that is developing a better product, just ignore it, but no need to crap on it before you know what it's about. This industry could use some new companies and new products. Try to be positive. If you just want two choices for equipment for the rest of your hockey life, keep being negative to new products.
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5 minutes ago, IPv6Freely said:lol here we go again
What does that mean?
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Check out the new Kode sticks. I worked with the founder in the industry and he really knows what he is doing. One of those guys behind the scenes that you never see, but has developed some of the most amazing equipment the sport has seen. If you are interested in quality and performance over of marketing, give them a shot. Gloves coming soon I heard.
www.kode-sport.com
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3 hours ago, psulion22 said:Bringing this one back from the dead since I noticed mention of Flare in the Sparx thread.
Are there any more reviews or input on these? I'm going to need a new ring for my Sparx in the next month or two and this concept seems interesting. SO if it really is something worth trying, I'd like to do so to get the appropriate ring when needed.
Also, I see that pros are liking them and not having "blow outs". Here's the thing. I have compromised MCLs in both knees from injuries. I've blown the right once and left twice. I am at risk of continuing to injure them. The biggest issue would be if I got hit at an awkward angle and go down with my knee under me and blade engaged in the ice. Having the edge slip somewhat easily likely would reduce the injury risk and could possibly save my knee. How much increased "lateral" grip are we talking here for someone that doesn't have the balance and edge strength of a NHL'er? Is every play going to anchor my blade to the ice and not allow it to slip out for safety, even if I wanted it to? Or are we really talking more about increased grip when skating because of centrifugal force?
They are way easier on knees and hips. They only provide extra bite if you engage the edge completely. If you are just gliding, they provide 20% more glide and that is proven in an independent University study you can see on our website.
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7 hours ago, oldtrainerguy28 said:Tyler,
I have had 2 players come in with these. One Pro (NHL player) and one Minor Midget player. Both did not fit well on the new Blademaster holder as the blade was to close to the holder was not tall enough for the curves at the front and back of the holder. When I did get in a position that would sharpen consistently the steel itself was a pleasure to sharpen. As a sharpener I think there is some design work to be done to make it work better on the holders. Also no level I have goes on these to be able to make sure its a consistant level. (I have them all)
As for the 2 players the PRO player didn't like them at all. Although he admitted the profile felt way off even though the guy ( who he got them from) tried to adopt his profile to them from his old blades.
The younger player really liked them but couldn't explain what it was he liked, The dad just spoke to whats on the website. These were the ones I spent the most time with. With no level it took a little longer to make sure they were as straight as could be.
Adjustments to sharpening I think would make it easier to push to players in retail.
Another ting was the weight seemed to be a little heavier??
My 2 cents
We are currently finishing up a Flare Square that can be used to check edges. We partnered up with Blackstone to make it. All Flare Dealers will have one and they will be available to purchase for any shop that will be sharpening Flare Blades. The Blademaster BR1000 will work with the Flare Blade as well.
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16 hours ago, Nicholas G said:What is the default profile on the steel? 10ft?
It is the same as whatever format you use. Example - Bauer LS2 is a 9', so our Flare Blade that fits an LS2 is the same. Flare for Graf would be 11'. We just copy the profile but you can always change it to whatever you like.
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2 hours ago, malcb33 said:I don't see the steel available for Edge holders, is that due to the patent Bauer holds?
It will be available in Canada only. We are going to update our website. We are shipping Flare Blades for the edge holder to stores in Canada right now.
If you contact us through our website, we can find a retailer near you that can sell you a pair.
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On 9/10/2017 at 1:51 PM, shooter27 said:Somebody asked it above, and I'm curious as well, what happens when the flare gets worn down from sharpening? I assume that will change the angle of the edges to the ice. Does that mean one needs to change hollow as their blade wears down to get the same bite?
As the Flare is worn down from sharpening, the bite angle doesn't change. It's still the same 6 degrees.So your turning advantage doesn't get lost. The total height of the Flare is 6.5mm and most people replace when it's about halfway down the Flare. Because the bite is better at 7/8" on a Flare than 1/2" on traditional steel, sharpening as often isn't necessary. If you are using a 7/8" hollow when the Flare is new, you could switch to a 3/4" as they get lower. I never have. It's all personal preference.The worst case scenario is you leave them too long and they just turn into traditional steel.
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On 9/10/2017 at 2:37 AM, Nicholas G said:Are any well-known professionals using these? Are they approved for use in NHL and such?
They are approved in all pro leagues and we have a lot of CHL and NHL players using them.
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On 9/9/2017 at 7:03 PM, Monty22 said:Finally had a chance to watch the videos, interesting concept. Seems like it would in theory be a good match for FBV - the flat portion of the hollow would be bigger and should enhance the already increased glide, no?
We spoke to Blackstone about making a spinner for FBV that would work with the 4.5mm bottom, but for now, we are just focusing on getting them into retail. They already have a ton of glide and way better bite than traditional steel. Not opposed to it in the future. I am curious as to what a FBV would be like on the Flare.
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Yes. I handle pro services for Flare.
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You clamp the steel into the sharpening holder above the Flare so there is no special holder or adjustment needed. The steel above the Flare is the same thickness as the stock steel. So if your holder is set up for sharpening LS4 steel, you just clamp in a Flare and no adjustment of the clickers needed. Just dress the stone to whatever hollow you want to use.
The performance advantage doesn't come from the width at the bottom of the blade. The blade was designed to prevent guys from blowing edges when turning. I have watched WHL and NHL players try to blow an edge on these and they are laughing because they can't. The width is just the result of the angles. It comes from the 6 degree angle that the edges are on. The one thing that was discovered when the University of Calgary studied the blade design is that because the edges are not pointing straight down into the ice when gliding, you have over 20% faster glide. Since at least 1 or both blades are gliding when skating, this allows you to carry more speed.
All information can be found at FlareSkateBlade.com or feel free to ask me.
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I agree that marketing language can be cheezy, but kids respond to that. Nike taught Bauer how to do that, so the industry has had to do the same to make all products attractive.
I have attended a few JEC conventions and there is a lot of amazing technology that is available right now. I spent a few hours at the 3M booth and you would be amazed at what they have to offer. Problem is, you can add this technology to a stick or skate but it adds cost, which cuts into profit. You can add glass beads to your plastic when you inject it into the mold, which could make a toecap stronger and lighter, but adds $2 to the manufacturing cost of a pair of skates. The bean counters will say that you will sell the same amount of skates whether or not the toecap is better, so why spend more? They will further say that if you can source a crappier toecap and save $.50 that would be the way to go.
The man who is behind Kode has worked with composites in the aerospace industry, as well as in hockey and fishing rods and marine applications. He definitely has access to "game-changing" technology. But you would have to try it and see for yourself. I'm not friends with him nor do I have anything to do with the company. I just respect his experience and knowledge.
I respect your knowledge in all of these technologies as well, so you could reach out to him and discuss them.