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    I also got a pair of 14’s when I normally wear 14’s, but feel the fingers fit almost the same as I would expect. They might be the tiniest bit longer than the Warrior/Bauer/CCM gloves I’m used to but nothing dramatic enough that it impedes stick handling. The overall gloves are quite snug but I’m hopeful they’ll open up a bit after some use. The palm in between the index finger and thumb is definitely the tightest compared to any other glove, but I think that’s simply how STX stitches them (which I’m not a fan of)

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    2 hours ago, marka said:

    Howdy,

    IW's black friday 15% off applies to new True skates.

    I'm only about 6 months into my TF7s and they still look mostly new, but I'm tempted to pick up another pair at $280!

    Mark

    Funny, a teammate of mine commented in the locker room last week how my TF9’s look so new. Think the rubbery side material really helps keep the skates looking newer compared to chipping/flaking of graphics on Bauer/CCM skates 

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    43 minutes ago, Vet88 said:

    I'd be willing to bet it's the shitty material the rivets are made of. For the sake of saving a fraction of a cent they are using a sub par rivet. My bet would be if you got the rivets replaced with a decent rivet at just about any pro shop the problems of loose and rusting rivets would stop. 

    Sadly, this was done by a recommended pro shop here…

     

    16 minutes ago, Larry54 said:

    Those are not the original holders, right?

    No, they are not

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    I switched to True TF9s at the start of this season and have maybe 10 skates/games with them. Two rivets are already loosening up. I've never had a single rivet loosen up with any of my Bauer/CCM skates after years of use. I've read a number of posts in the past about this being an issue so I can't exactly say I'm surprised, but after this few uses!? 

     

    The second piece to this might also lend the issue down to the quality of the job... Here's an inside view of one of the boots. I'm sure you can guess which rivet is loose on this skate:

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    Here's an outer view. Why would washers be used on one side and not the other? I am also blown away by the fact that rivets are already rusting! I dry off my skates and remove the insoles after every single use. Again, never once had this issue with a single one of my Bauer/CCM skates.

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    Suggestions/recommendations? 

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    Hey all, quick question with a brief background. Last week I had back to back games and was on the ice for about 3.5-4 hours. I ended up getting a nasty blister on the inside/side arch of my right foot. Never had this happen with a skate before and hadn’t it happen with these skates (True TF9) in the first 6 or so games that I’ve used them for.  I also don’t have this problem with my other set of TF9s that I use for roller. No change to the tongue placement, socks used, Superfeet, etc. At first I thought maybe it was the tape tab on the insoles rubbing against my foot/sock so I cut the tape, but I’m still get rubbing there. Can’t think of any reason why rubbing would all of a sudden start which led me down the rabbit hole of skate punching. 

     

    I came across some DIY tips from years ago and decided to give it a shot. I have a c-clamp and an oval stone to apply pressure and reshape the area that’s giving me problem. I wasn’t planning on heating the skate, just leaving the clamp on overnight. Are there any reasons I shouldn’t punch this area out? Will letting it sit for 12 hours keep the foams how I punch them or should it be longer? Any other ideas on what might have begun to cause this? I don’t get any movement in the heel or front to back and my foot is suctioned in the boot when I remove them, but I guess if I’m getting a blister, clearly there’s movement somewhere. 

     

    Slopping Neosporin on the blister non-stop in hopes of healing it up for this week’s game. Was pretty brutal to play on by the end of the second game. Hoping punching the boot out and using moleskin for the next few games will eliminate the problem, but as I’ve never had this problem I’m looking for someone with more experience. 

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    9 hours ago, Davideo said:

    I'm wondering about differences between the TF7 and TF9. I found a little discussion earlier in thread, but 37 pages is a lot to sift through. Clearly I can see the on the specs of lighter weight, carbon fiber vs fiberglass, different tongue, etc. etc. However, how much does any of that really matter? The TF9 is nearly double the price of the TF7 so it seems like it would need to be pretty substantial and it appears to me the differences are more minor.

    I’d think any side by side comparison on a seller’s website would answer this question for you. Carbon vs fiberglass, different liners, different tongues, different steel. No different than a top tier skate from another brand compared to one of their mid range offerings. Are those differences ‘minor’ to you? That’s for you to decide where you want to spend your money

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    Custom Pro Repair (CPR) is the golden standard and used for numerous NHL players. I’ve had 5 or 6 gloves modded by Ken. Unfortunately, I heard that they’re so backed up with pro orders right now that they’re not taking orders from casual people like us until next year. Even when they were, wait times were generally around the 6 month mark depending on the time of year. 

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    On 10/16/2021 at 6:12 PM, caveman27 said:

    Well, I don't like it. 

    I can kind of see them wanting to use this as a way to try to blend in their Vapor line with the letter X. I guess it will take awhile to adjust. I didn't the new CCM logo when it first came out. Now, I'm used to it.

    Working with a particular programming product called Microsoft Visual Studio Code, the logo appears almost similar.

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    Funny, I was on a zoom call last week, saw this app in the presenter’s dock, and immediately thought about how the Bauer logo ripped it off 

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    5 hours ago, Hills said:

    So... I haven't ever been able to get a proper size... does anyone know what an 8 custom True lacing sizes are? Trying to buy aftermarket and I have always either totally overshot the size or completely undershot it...

    The stock laces were craaaaazy long; I think 120. I use 96” laces on my size 8 stock TF9’s. Have to undo the top eyelet and can usually open it up enough to twist my foot into the skate. Sometimes I have to undo the top two. I dislike having a lot of excess length after they’re tied. 
     

     

    96 on left, 108 on right 

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    When the FT4 Pro shoulder pads were announced there was a lot of fan fare claiming CCM was going back to the crazy lite days. There were a lot of first looks, but I haven’t come across any actual reviews. Wondering if anyone has upgraded and can offer any feedback? I’m especially curious about ventilation as the older pads had a ton of holes around the pads that don’t appear to be present on the new ones. 

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    19 hours ago, mhein22 said:

    again this produces a zero effect on the player.  its making the same argument as claiming that pulling threads from your jersey or cutting the tag out makes you faster or less fatigued.  it doesnt.  all the tens of thousands of pounds of force that a player, especially a pro, produces during a game are entirely unaffected by a 2 ounce lighter skate blade. 

    Wait, you leave the tags and loose threads on your jerseys and socks?! Rookie 

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    7 hours ago, PBH said:

    Ive both the new Jetspeed girdle and the Super Tacks. They both have pros and cons.

    The Jetspeed is more adjustable and lighter but offers less protection. The Super Tacks is less adjustable, heavier, and provides more protection. 

    I also dislike that the Jetspeed girdle has fabric which makes it fit kind of like a diaper which I hate.

    The Tacks girdle has the step-in diaper spandex portion too. What can be adjusted on the Jetspeed that can’t be on the Tacks? The Tacks has two different adjustments for the leg/thigh pads and adjustable spine protection. Just looking at photos of the Jetspeed it looks like its less adjustable

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    25 minutes ago, Hills said:

    I unfortunately never got to check out the Tacks one so I don't know what the differences really are.

    Right, but there’s a whole thread on here about the ST/7092 girdle. Figure between that and your video about the jetspeed (and also comparing it to the 9k), it should give the OP a pretty good idea on which one might suit their needs 

     

     

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    For shins without removable/washable inserts, I fill a tub with warm water, pour in some powdered oxyclean, mix it around, and let it soak. Dirty pads will turn the water brown. After sitting for an hour or two, drain the water, rinse the pads, and repeat until the water doesn’t turn brown and the pads are clean 

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    1 hour ago, xstartxtodayx said:

    Those images reminded me of the buckle system on the Tacks shell, I didn't care for that b/c it was a couple inches too high and made me aware of my belly fat any time I clipped it shut 🤣 I just double checked my shells and the 3 I thought were PP90's are actually PP9K's (which are nearly identical I thought), turns out those don't have belts at all, just the velcro flap up front which has always worked out fine.  I also looked at the Warrior pro stock shells I have and those seem to be thinner material all around (just don't feel as nice and less padding) but they do have a combination belt/velcro closure up front which sits nicer than the Tacks one.

    Both the PPTK and PP90 have internal buckles and I’m pretty sure they’re at the same (or similar) locations. At least on mine. The PP90 belt is a slide version compared to a clip on the PPTK. The front closures on both are also Velcro. The Velcro flap on the front of the PP90 is taller and hides the buckle. 

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    12 hours ago, mhein22 said:

    the number of grams reduced is exactly the point.  you could put a 4 ounce weight on someone better than you, it wont matter even the little slightest amount.  this is not marathon backpacking bro.  its ice hockey.  it doesnt matter.  even a little bit.  show me any test, at all, showing this improved any performance for anyone, anywhere.  you dont have it.  because it doesnt exist.

    I have zero interest in continuing any of this dialogue with you. You want to disagree for the sake of disagreeing. I don’t give a shit about saving a few grams here and there, but you’re either missing the point of what I’m saying or you don’t care and just want to argue. Regardless, I’m done replying to you on this topic. Enjoy your miserable, angry life 

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    3 minutes ago, mhein22 said:

    youre not reducing the weight youre legs are carrying around by 35% by swapping out half a runner with carbon fiber, what are you talking about? they carry your entire body.

    and where are these aluminum runners?  they dont exist.  because aluminum would be a horrible material for a runner.  this is simple stuff bud.

    you’re digging yourself into a hole by saying some pretty stupid/easily disproved things. Stop while you’re ahead 

    Uh… if the carbon runner is 35% lighter than a standard steel runner then you’re absolutely carrying less weight. How is this even in question? The number of grams reduced is not the point; the point is unsprung weight. Reread my post, the auto example, and Google what that means since it doesn’t seem like you understand what I’m saying. 
     

    I'm not a fabricator so I have no idea why aluminum isn’t used or if it has ever been tested/considered. From a manufacturing standpoint, aircraft grade aluminum used in planes and cars is traditionally more expensive than steel hence why it’s normally found on luxury cars and not your average toyota (source, I work in automotive and have a good friend who works in aerospace). My only point on aluminum is that it’s not necessarily flimsy as you claimed

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