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I have not seen this as an option before so I assume its new, or at least new for our shop to offer as an option.

Funny someone mentioned subconsciously curling toes inside skates. I used to do that all the time and eventually put foam in the toe to force my toes down. This was before they had things like PowerFoot available. I just used some high-density foam. Ever since I think any skate I test feels weird without having that padding forcing my toes flat.

The ones we have sold have not had good reviews from customers.

Everything you mention can be corrected with the proper profile. I've switched from 272 to 263 and even used 254 before finding that 263 was a good length for me. Once profiled it provided a perfect balance of weight and blade contact on the ice. But for full disclosure, I have a ProSharp machine so I have access to try various things such as different profiles, changing the center of gravity and altering pitch. I like to watch people skate before making any recommendations about what we should adjust. Then, when we start, changes are made in increments. Too many changes at once and it makes it nearly impossible to determine what was good and what was bad.

I know CCM custom orders allow poron as an option for ankle padding and was wondering if anyone has any experience with it? How does it compare vs the donut and donut 2? Thanks!

I also agree with this.

Get them profiled. It will change things dramatically. We do profiling at the shop I own and everyone is blown away with the significance of change after the steel is profiled.

I've used them and hated them. Felt like Superfeet which I am not a fan of. I am a huge advocate of the previous generation CCM insoles and the Bauer speedplate.

I would also agree, try a thinner sock. Can you take a picture of your foot showing exactly where you are feeling pain? Also, if you could take a picture of your foot on the footbed it would help too. Thanks!

I have one of those coming in our next shipment along with all of the new QR stuff, including the girdles. However, I need to select a Bauer helmet as a replacement for the Easton E700 they are covering under warranty. Even if the new Warrior Alpha fits fantastic I still need something in the interim.

Agreed I did, it looks like a bubble on my head. I tried the OG Fitlite and the 3DS versions.

Yes, this is the exact reason why we no longer stock their gear but will order it if requested. We see most people prefer CCM though since the quality of their product is better than Bauer, their skates are more advanced, and they understand customer price points better than Bauer.

We CAN get it through distributors but we only do custom orders and prefer to not stock much Bauer gear. We have a small selection of sticks, gloves, pants, and helmets but mostly for kids or intermediate and not adults. Not sure where the comment "you can get it" came from, but you should check your facts before you made rude remarks.,

Why care about expiration? I play adult. I tried one on today and liked it a lot. Pretty sure this is what I am going with. Correct, the shell is fine but the interiors fall apart. One helmets interior didn't even last more than a few months. Poor quality. I ended up having to use a sewing machine and stitching it all together but eventually, the liner backing which connects to the velcro started to tear off. Most helmets weigh 200 grams or more than the E700. I like a light helmet. That's what I prefer. Why can't a helmet be light AND protective? The E700 has done just fine for me despite the interior falling apart. I dont sell Bauer at all. Nothing. Only CCM, Warrior, True, STX and Sher-Wood.

Correct, the shell is fine but the interiors fall apart. One helmets interior didn't even last more than a few months. Poor quality. I ended up having to use a sewing machine and stitching it all together but eventually, the liner backing which connects to the velcro started to tear off.

I tried one on today and liked it a lot. Pretty sure this is what I am going with.

I am a huge fan of the Easton E700. I actually purchased a bunch of them before Easton was acquired by Bauer as I assumed they would be end of life. My last E700 has kicked the bucket and Bauer is offering to replace it and asked me to test fit multiple helmets and let them know what works best for me. What are some of the lighter Bauer helmets with good ventilation? I test fitted the IMS line of helmets and was surprised the IMS 9.0 fit entirely different than the IMS 11.0 but I guess it makes sense since the shell itself is a different design. The IMS 9.0 fit very well but felt heavy, the IMS 11.0 didn't fit well at all. I am looking for some suggestions. As mentioned, looking for a light, breathable, and preferably low profile helmet.

+3mm boot cut, FT1 +6mm, comfort pad +9mm, both

For those wondering what specifics you can choose. Here is the order form.

If it isn't broken, why change? McDavid is just fine in his current skates so I dont see any reason for him to change his equipment.

I'll be honest. I have mixed feelings about the skates. Certain things I love and other things I dislike. But that's the way it is with most things in life. If you want it to be exactly the way you want you need to do build it yourself or find someone to build it for you.

My skates have done that since day one. I only hear it and dont feel anything when on dry land. I dont hear or feel anything it on the ice.

I used to use Pro Stock sticks but with dealer staff discount from manufacturers being so significant there is no a cheaper option for the top of the line sticks.

So I spoke with Rob at True, he is the Operations Manager for True Skates. He mentioned there are a few options to drop weight in the skate. On average a True boot is roughly 10-30 grams heavier and depending on the boot size is sometimes lighter than other brands. 40-50 grams of weight is due to the Step steel and STEP/VH holders so swapping to Tuuk holders and a smaller or lighter steel LS2/Byonic would drop unsprung weight. Shot blockers add roughly 40-50 grams of weight per skate but cannot be removed as they are incorporated into the design. The stiffness he said will break in over time =. It might take a while but it will eventually become less rigid. He said they do have special lightweight tongues that they can supply that will save 30-40 grams compared to the metatarsal ones I currently have. Not sure which tongues those are but I am very excited to see them.

My understanding is the technology the True licenses for use is the same technology that CCM will be using as well. They just perform the scanning differently.