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  1. VegasHockey
    As far as I now only TRUE uses senior diameters for intermediate sticks. I dont think anyone else does.
  2. VegasHockey
    Well, not every manufacturer thinks this way. It seems many manufacturers are actually led by the design of ski boots, a lot of that technology and materials have crossed over into hockey skates. I think portions of the skate need to be rigid and stiff but other sections need to allow proper flex. IMO, only TRUE has is making a skate that allows for both of these by design. Using a monocoque boot but still having a separate upper portion of the boot allows for flex and rigidity where it's needed. The current design by CCM doesn't allow for this in their one-piece boot frame. Bauer will hopefully incorporate some of these design philosophies into the new Supreme skate being released in 2020. It was stated they did incorporate this in some ways into the 2X Pro, but I personally didn't notice anything different and with the quarter package skate still being a one-piece CURV shell I dont see how they could have incorporated multiple flex zones.
  3. VegasHockey
    I think that is specifically why the MB ice holder has a locked toe and only the heel moves by default.
  4. VegasHockey
    Looking for recommendations for websites that sell high-density foam? Various thicknesses and shapes. Amazon has some options as does eBay but it would be great to find a company that produces it so I can go direct. Thanks!
  5. VegasHockey
    Did you go with the Shift holder or another option?
  6. VegasHockey
    They are awesome, as long as they fit you properly. 🙂
  7. VegasHockey
    I think Marsblade and Bladetech are on to something, essentially adding a suspension system of sorts to hockey skates. Every other sports manufacturer has incorporated some type of system to either decrease the shock impact of striking the ground or developed a solution to help propel the athlete. https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2019/12/13/upshot/nike-vaporfly-next-percent-shoe-estimates.html Hockey and ice skating are obviously not the same as running but I think there is obviously merit to the work these companies are doing, especially with such limited funding compared to a corporation like Nike. I have no doubt in the next 5-10 years we will see significant developments made in the way skates, steel, and holders interact with the player's mechanics and ice. My biggest issue with the MB is specifically the weight penalty didn't seem to outweigh, no pun intended, the benefits.
  8. VegasHockey
    The stock radius is a neutral 10' profile. Not a single player we have mounted the MB holder for has stuck with the stock profile and most players seem to prefer the longer profiles like the Pro Sharp Zuperior and Quad 2. Why would you change his holder midseason if he only has a single pair of skates? I would not recommend doing such.
  9. VegasHockey
    Pic showing the changes I made to the facing on my skates.
  10. VegasHockey
    I had a few people ask for pics of the SHIFT holder, specifically to see the mechanism. Here ya go.
  11. VegasHockey
    Look at this skate tongue too. It's super thin. Based on his playing style he probably is willing to sacrifice some protection for flexibility and weight savings.
  12. VegasHockey
    Looks like Structure has released a new camera so I imagine scanning is going to take another leap forward and become even better IF TRUE rolls these out. https://structure.io/structure-sensor/mark-ii
  13. VegasHockey
    The facing was cut back 3mm as it allows for slightly better forward flex as the boot doesn't wrap as tightly. I also had the skates made with a slighter shorter ankle, 5mm. TRUE has always done their very best to meet the needs of a consumer, but the consumer and store need to work together to specifically dictate what is wanted. This means providing specifications, modifications, and as much detail as possible. In my experience, there is no such thing as providing too much information.
  14. VegasHockey
    The CCM QLT elbow pads were the best option. Lightweight, flexible, and they dont interfere with my glove cuff. The STX RX3 was nice, but I didn't really like the 360 strapping system very much and the elbow pads kept shifting making them uncomfortable.
  15. VegasHockey
    For me the Super Feet took up too much volume and ruined the feel of the skate. They also pitched me too far forward, but I do use profiled steel so that is expected. I also couldn't feel my edges as well with them compared to the Speed Plate
  16. VegasHockey
    The entire facing. I'll post pics tomorrow.
  17. VegasHockey
    I did this and love it.
  18. VegasHockey
    I did this. Was the best decision I ever made.
  19. VegasHockey
    I would look at the True XC9 Shoulder Pads. They are very adjustable in all areas and many of the female players that come into our shop really like them.
  20. VegasHockey
    They use your current skate information to help determine how you like your skates to fit. Some people hate their toes being smashed into the tow of the skate while others prefer no negative space at all. This should be noted by your fitter. They always reply to my emails and my customer's emails. Not sure which email address you are sending to?. The SHIFT holder is symmetrical, the right is the same as the left. No other holder on the market is designed this way. No other holder can be swapped in place of it. You would need to drill out all new holes. If you want to change holders to the XS, LSE, or anything else, specify this and dont have them install the SHIFT holder.
  21. VegasHockey
    I have a buddy who owns a store and he is getting out of the hockey business to pursue other endeavors and he is selling a Sparx machine that is only a few months old, under warranty and comes with a ton of goodies. If you're interested I can pass along your info and he can email you. Not sure what he is asking for the unit but it's a fair assumption it would be considerably less than retail and would include a bunch of rings and an edge checker.
  22. VegasHockey
    It's good, but after using the AX9 I would say wait till Jan 17th for it to release. The AX9 is significantly better.
  23. VegasHockey
    Its always the goalie 😉
  24. VegasHockey
    There was already a lot of contact in this game and the refs were very assertive in calling out penalties. More aggressive probably would have been a good option but it surely would have resulted in a penalty.
  25. VegasHockey
    +1
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