Hey guys,
I’m currently in a pair of vapor xxxxs and they are definitely on their last legs, just had the top 3 eyelets repaired on both sides of my right skate. 3 years ago I bought a pair of x7.0s after being “fitted” at pro hockey life, I say fitted loosely I used to work at a pretty well known Hockey store here in Edmonton in the skate department so I’m pretty confident of my specs but that was a lifetime ago.
My research 3 years ago told me that x7.0s would be the closest in overall fit they felt fine in store after baking but after 25-30 skates through the last couple years they haven’t broken in, feel incredibly stiff, are higher cut in the ankle then I am used to and I find that I’m not a fan of the liner. Is there any other skates I should take a look at with a clarino liner?
I’m not as up to date on skates these days, 2 kids under 2 and a wife and house take up lots of time. Not that I won’t spend the money on a top of the line pair if that’s the best fit but am looking to keep the cost down if possible.
Specs current skates are 8D vapor 40
I am 5’ 10” and 240lbs and not the strongest skater around.
thanks guys,
Brad