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Sparx is now offering what they are calling a Flat Grind ring. Curious how much this differes from their old cross grind ring.
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On 12/24/2024 at 2:57 AM, helmet91 said:The XF Pro shoulders, along with the Machs, just seem really thin to me. For being the top end pad, they sure don't seem like they offer a lot of protection. Hence me looking for more options.
Larger or thicker doesn't mean a higher level of protection and vice versa. My knock on some of the newer gear has been durability and price. I also find some of the newer stuff a bit gimmicky too.
Defenders aren't a bad choice. They've always been a great pad. I might opt for a padded shirt with a lower profile pad for better mobility.
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On 10/31/2024 at 2:55 PM, pgeorgan said:I've tried almost every ProSharp profile there is and recently skated on out-of-the-box Bauer Fly-X. Best skate I've ever had. Used to be a big believer in these other profiles but not anymore. I feel stupid for having skated on the quads the last several years.
I had the same experience. I think every boot/holder/runner setup is unique. The same goes for player needs and wants. Some setups just work with little to no tweaking, others require tweaking. Some tweaks are just personal preference as opposed to "I can't skate in these skates".
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19 hours ago, flip12 said:It's downright depressing how far gloves have fallen in 10 years. From '95 - '05 gloves got so much better insanely fast. From '05 - '15 (roughly) they peaked. From then to now it's just ugly all around.
The modern golden era for gloves was around the time of the Vapor 1X Pro, fantastic glove BTW. I lump the FT1 into that mix, another fantastic glove.
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On 12/27/2024 at 11:38 AM, jgiant said:I've narrowed down to any of the True Catalyst (9X3, 7X3, 5X3, and XS3), Warrior Covert QR5 20, and Sherwood Code TMP 1.
I'd go with the Sherwoods. I've heard lots of positive feedback on them. I don't quite trust Warrior like I used to and Trues are still less than a 1-percenter in my parts.
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Nah, it's all good.
Anyway... I never had issues with the edge holders and runners. I liked their familiar feel and that shape is iconic. But, I'm going XS with Blacksteel here. I prefer CCM's release over the trigger. It's easier to use. We all know how big a PIA the trigger can be.
That said. Don't think I haven't thought about slapping some edge holders on my retro Tacks. Man that would be killer.
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3 hours ago, Westside said:What was incorrect about my statement? The larger dial at retail began with the FT6 Pro. Formerly it was available on pro stock holders. The 100k was released well before the FT6 Pro and any skates prior had the smaller dial
It reads like only lower end skates had the plastic dial. Which up until the FT6 all skates except pro stock had the plastic dial.
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On 7/18/2024 at 11:31 AM, Westside said:The plastic components were on lower end skates. Higher end skates (and replacements) have metal components. The FT6 Pro started using a larger dial which was previously on pro stock skates. You can find replacement parts to upgrade the plastic version to the metal version:
https://www.kkskate.com/products/ccm-xs-holder-replacement-parts
The top image is what I think is the most common dial with metal components. The bottom is the larger FT6/pro stock dial.
No not really. My 100K Pros came with the dial pictured on top. I bought them when they were released, so about 3.5 years ago.
On 7/22/2024 at 12:05 PM, iceman8310 said:I notice that the xs holder is stiffer than the edge. I'm trying to justify changing to the xs. I already have a few sets of edge steel.
Is STEP steel not justification enough?
BTW, there is another XS holder coming. No more screw. It will be a plunger mechanism similar to a trigger
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On 12/9/2024 at 1:32 PM, lennyboi said:Hello - was wondering if anyone has had a chance to try these skates? Any feedback back would be greatly appreciated!
thanks in advanceFull disclosure. I have the Pro version. I know that wasn't the ask so I'll stick to things that SHOULD be the same for both.
First off, the retro Tacks are simply an XF or XF Pro with a different graphic and liner color.
Some things I assume are common between the two models...
The XF and XF Pro are a completely newish or tweaked boot. CCM extended the facing up along the mid foot adding depth to the skate. New swanky tongue on the Pro.
The new toe box design (no more removable tongues) feels a touch wider but with less height inside. It looks small from the outside.
There is a lot more padding throughout the skate, including down into the toe box. This was a massive improvement over my last skates. Out of box comfort was pretty decent.
The heel on the Pro is narrower than a 100k of the same size and fit. Feels a bit deeper too, though maybe that just the padding.
There are some decent video reviews comparing them to other skates.
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16 minutes ago, JAY4114 said:What stick do you have? I’m seeing an AS4 pro and a FT5 pro
Im also gonna assume the curve will be similar since pros don’t like changing that much
As a bruins fan, I have never seen him use a Jetspeed in game.
And it started out as a PM9-ish than moved to the more open P88. Towards the end he was using something with a toe hook as mentioned.
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On 7/23/2024 at 5:27 PM, Sprungdownunder said:Did you end up trying the new Pro's on?
My current skates are a size 9 R 100k & they fit fairly well with only slight heel lift & toes brush caps, wondering if a 9 taper would work in the XF's.
I went from a 100k Pro sz 6 tapered to an XF Pro in the same fit. Overall the fit is very close with a few exceptions.
The XF's heel is narrower than the 100k.
There is more depth around the insteep (CCM says this was intentional to fit more players).
The toe cap has less negative space.
All that said, I'd try both. Dropping to a tapered might be too extreme.
Fwiw, the it's way nicer than the 100k. Definitely an upgrade.
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If I recall correctly, the XL steel is standard steel with a longer profile. If correct that would mean any steel can be converted to XL steel.
Regardless. You should be able to get 254 to feel like 263 by simply profiling your current steel.
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11 hours ago, flip12 said:PowerFlyByeBye
HAHA love the name.
Doesnt looks bauer to me unless bauer has decided to get rid of the trigger blade release mechanism. Holders look to have some of feature on the heel similar to the old Cobra holders. Could we be seeing yet another Marsblade holder??
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On 10/30/2024 at 8:31 PM, mojo122 said:Available in both the XF Pro and XF models. The Pro is just insanely stiff, possibly too stiff, and that coming from someone who likes stiff skates.
Coming from a 100k Pro the stiffness was a concern. It was noticeable, though I didn't feel like the skate was restricting me. I had to work them a little harder to get them to do what I wanted at times so my legs felt it. Oddly, my chronic hip flexor and lower back issues seemed to disappear. Overall, super impressed.
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STFU with these things 🔥🔥
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A question for those with experience using and or ordering. Are the current generation MIC (made in Canada) pro stock CCM skates worth the money? Can I order MIC customs as a non pro player? If so, how do I go about ordering them? Have people had issues using skates made for someone else?
I’m fine with retail skates. I don’t have any weird fit issues going on. That said, I’d really like a Clarino liner with the memory foam ankle packs from the old 70k’s.
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Holy crap, that's brutal. I am pretty sure I could do a better job and I've never mounted a holder in my life.
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5 hours ago, start_today said:Apologies, I’m not a tools-y or technical person. What size washer do you use? Is there a particular thickness or diameter I should get? Thanks!
Going off memory, 3/16ths thick X 3/8ths across. I cut it in half so it would have better contact with the holder.
You can use just about anything or even nothing at all.
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15 hours ago, 218hockey said:Prop the rear up? I'm confused. Do you have the skate flipped in the sharpener like the video?
Yeah, flip the skate so the toe is facing left. Use the spacers or in my case some nylon washers to lift the heel up then raise the ring height to where it nicely kisses the heel.
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7 hours ago, mojo122 said:Interesting video on using 2 of the blade lifts originally designed for Bauer's CarbonLite runners to help round out the toe.
I've been doing this for a few months now. Not every time I sharpen...more like once a month or so. I use a couple of nylon washers to prop the rear up. Works like a charm. I highly recommend this to anyone with a machine.
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Besa, very sorry to hear this news. His passion and enthusiasm will be missed. My condolences to you and the rest of his family and friends.
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14 hours ago, JAY4114 said:Is there anyway to remove a Bauer pro stock extension? I just bought a 2s pro xl and an Easton gx both dressed as hyperlites.
Yes, its called a saw. Seriously, dont even bother trying. Just cut it.
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12 hours ago, JAY4114 said:Do you think it’s possible without cutting the extension off first?
I've never had any luck. I think you'd have to find the seam and break thru the layer of material applied over the bare composite first.
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On 8/17/2024 at 2:37 PM, Westside said:This doesn’t directly answer your question, but if you’re able to get ahold of a pair of XF skates, here is the height of an FT6 Pro boot with step black steel from the floor to the top of the cuff. Size 8.5R
Not sure how relevant or accurate that pic is. If you wanted to measure the height of the boot do it from the inside with the foot bed removed as the runner and holder heights mean nothing in terms of fit.
I've seen multiple pairs of pro-stock CCM's with standard tongues and toe caps. Its doable, but at what cost. FWIW, I find the XS tongue to be a bit gimmickie.
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I have a buddy who had the chance to meet David and get one of his sticks. Which he brought to pick up. The curve was nasty. The only way I can describe it would be a p28 on meth.
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JMO. That kind of defeats the purpose of THIS ring. When cutting a new hollow I always do a few passes with the flattest ring I have. This allows me to flatten things out without burning up passes on. I do this on brand new steel too.
Now if you want to start cutting a hollow, that's a completely different purpose. For that I'd say your best bet is just to use whatever ring you plan to sharpen with. I can see where you're coming from I just don't think it would be as useful as flat cut.