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thanks for the input. Couldn’t find any 70k anywhere and could not find any new 80ks. I too was hoping for those at a great discount. Sideline swap and eBay Didn’t offer much in quality used ones either last time I looked. Even the latest Ribcor skates outside of the 100k seem harder to come by especially in my size (8.5). Heard rumors they may discontinue ribcor skates, but also heard they may be prepping for a new line next year, so who knows. thanks again

I recently purchased a new pair of Ribcor 100k skates, I am coming from 70k. The 70ks were the first CCM skates I purchased and for me they've been the most comfortable skate I've ever owned, zero break in time required. Only replacing because of a fluke tear in the skate. Was hoping the 100ks would be of similar comfort with obviously a bit stiffer feel, however one of my ankles feels like the bone is about to be crushed, to the extend I have to alter how I've tied skates for my entire life and make them extremely lose, which then leads to other problems. Does anyone know if the 90k, or the "platinum" (upgraded 88k) skate offer more padding/a similar fit and comfort level of the 70ks, looking at pictures online make it look plausible. Going to a shop and trying them on is not an option as nowhere in a 4hr radius carry them. Thankfully CCM has their 90day policy, but I would like to try avoiding buying multiple skates and sending them back. Thanks for any assistance.