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  1. VegasHockey
    True still builds their skates from scratch and from the inside out. Bauer and CCM pick a last off a shelf and then customize the last. The way the skates are built is entirely different between True vs others. In fact, most True skates will last you many seasons compared to other brands which just aren't built with the same materials that would allow for such longevity. For example, take a look at a pair of FT1 or Vapor 1X skates after a season of playing high-level hockey and then compare them to a pair of True skates. It will be clearly evident which skates are built with more durable materials.
  2. VegasHockey
    I am wondering when the next version will be released. They haven't talked about the next generation sharpener but its only a matter of time before they make updates and advancements to the hardware itself.
  3. VegasHockey
    Is the mounting the same on a Tuuk Custom+ when compared to a LS Edges holder?
  4. VegasHockey
    CCM and Bauer pro spec skates are usually heavier. From the ones I have owned I would say about 35+ grams per skate. I had a pair of FT1 recently with integrated shot blockers and some other additions and they weigh about 120 grams per skate over retail. Very close to True.
  5. VegasHockey
    I would not confuse top end speed with acceleration. The acceleration rate of players today is dramatically faster than in the past.
  6. VegasHockey
    How old is your son?
  7. VegasHockey
    With skates of that size, I would recommend single radius profiles. Personally, I like starting them at a 15ft profile at that size.
  8. VegasHockey
    8-10-12-14 radii
  9. VegasHockey
    In Seattle, we have a lot of people who own Sparx sharpeners but they rarely ever bring them to the rink. I have seent hem take them on road trips though.
  10. VegasHockey
    I hear the same story from other places as well but all of these stores were VERY negative on Sparx machines saying there were unreliable and broke often.
  11. VegasHockey
    Yes
  12. VegasHockey
    Those are some excellent looking eyelets! @BelangerJS
  13. VegasHockey
    Was very surprised that last week while I was in Arizona for the entire week every shop that had a Sparx sharpener in store said they were either not working, having issues, or needed maintenance. Not a single shop of the 5 I went to had a fully functional and working unit....
  14. VegasHockey
    They pre-drill the boots.
  15. VegasHockey
    I never measured such but I would say its about the same. Both of their wheels are about the same level of hardness.
  16. VegasHockey
    The True skate is stiff enough for most players so unless you are a VERY big guy I just dont see a benefit in them. I weigh 195lbs with a 23 BMI and am a very strong skater. I would not recommend the shot blockers to anyone unless they exceed 275lbs in weight.
  17. VegasHockey
    The home model, 1500 passes, the pro model is about 2000 passes. This is based on the historical data I have collected from our own sharpeners.
  18. VegasHockey
    Shot blockers, not worth it. T-Guard tongue, worth it.
  19. VegasHockey
    Got my 2017/2018 Bauer Vapor 1x pro-stock skates this weekend. With steel, they weigh in at 884 grams vs my 2018 True skates, without shot blockers, with Tuuks holders and the same steel, which tip the scales at 952 grams.
  20. VegasHockey
    +1
  21. VegasHockey
    It really depends on what you are looking to enhance or change. What works and doesn't for your specific skating style. There is no "best for everyone" profile.
  22. VegasHockey
    Ive added my own comfort edge to skates that players have needed it. Not very many have needed such. It is amazing. But everyone is different and some are more patient than others.
  23. VegasHockey
    Not sure those are legit.
  24. VegasHockey
    No, the shop is just ignorant. It's full of boxes and old gear covered in dust.
  25. VegasHockey
    If he wears them enough and does some dryland he will adjust. I agree they are heavier than Mako II and others but it is, in fact, a pro spec skate. Once you add extra protection and such everything weighs about the same. I really do hope Bauer incorporates a lot fo the Mako into the next Vapor skate.
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