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  1. stick9
    Everyone eventually gets to a point where they are set with what they have. So while they may be in a position to afford new gear, they aren't buying it cuz they are still happy with what they have. I couldn't agree more with the plateau in tech. IMO, I think modern era skates are as good as they are going to get. Same goes for sticks. Protective.....why bother. Really, the only area for new tech is helmets. But, stubborn ass hockey players want their Bauer 4500 and its crusty ass foam because it looks good. I'll leave some of the other stuff be.
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    Conversion almost complete. *Edited for context* After trying to fit inlines by mail with no luck I decided convert some ice boots over. I spent hours searching for the parts, almost nothing available at the time. I reached out to JR for help. He didn't have a frame that would fit but he put me in contact with someone he thought might and sure enough they did. Classy move for sure. Thx man.
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    We're talking about a community that took decades to accept half shields, refuses to wear any sort of shoulder protection, and swears by the gear they wore in junior or play in refs gear (yes I know a guy). These are the guys you'll be making masks for, haha, good luck getting them to wear them. 100% positive I won't be. I'd rather hang them up.
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    When it comes to depth(volume), I'd put the Ribcor somewhere between the vapor and supreme.
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    I doubt you'd see anything substantial just from time. It's not impossible. I wouldn't put new steel in holders that were trashed from years of playing. But if they're solid and the boots are still n good shape, why not. It's the least expensive option.
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    I'll spare you the back story, next event. Something about that boot with a 254 edge holder w/LS5 just works for me. I stumbled across a second pair, same setup except a retail boot. They worked really well for me too. If I am honest, the overall fit of both pairs could be a little better. Makes wonder what custom 70k's would be like.
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    To date....my pro-stock CCM 70k skates. Without question, the best thing I've ever done for my game.
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    Its not just heavier players, perf steel or lighter steel. Bent runners are almost 100% due to a improper holder mount. Which is sadly more common than you'd think.
  9. stick9
    Never had an issue, maybe its the skates.... 😏
  10. stick9
    100% Id almost rather use crappy Bauer factory laces. Besides, when was the last time anyone had issues with their lace tips?? Get some Howies and be done with it.
  11. stick9
    I just assumed everyone cut different patterns to different lengths. My p28's are different then my P92's. If I try something different, I'll throw my skates to see how the blade lies, then cut wherever my top hand falls.
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    Nitinol (nickel titanium) which is what Tydan and Step use. My bad.
  13. stick9
    I would assume so. I've heard, this is what the pros are using in place of Step or a variation of it.
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    Skates are too tight.
  15. stick9
    Neither would I. I'd say it falls somewhere between low and medium. I'd ignore what ccm lists it as. They do a shit job describing their fit profiles.
  16. stick9
    Interested as well.
  17. stick9
    Sounds like a Ribcor. Heel is a tad bigger than a D vapor 1X. It's got a bit more volume too. The toe box can be roomy. The 68k and 70k are very reasonable price wise these days. I've seen new 68k's on sideline for $200.
  18. stick9
    It makes perfect sense. This way people don't have to wear a Supreme if they don't want to and vice versa. Maybe one line suits your play style better but your foot shape doesn't fit in that line. Or, you just want a vapor cuz thats what your hero wears.
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    I'd hold off judgement until its officially announced.
  20. stick9
    Nothing official from Bauer yet. I'm sure we'll be talking about it once they do.
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    You can find some deals on eBay and Sideline. Gotta know what you need though.
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    Actually sounds like the boot isn't deep enough, probably fails the pencil test. I get what he means. Look at the top of your foot in the boot with the tongue pulled out. It's not a nice rounded surface. It's an asymmetrical inverted V. Bauer went there a little with the offset quarters.
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    In short, they tend to feel like an older traditional style skate.
  24. stick9

    Bauer LS5 263mm - sold

    stick9 posted a topic in Sell

    Slightly used Bauer LS5 steel. Only sharpened a few times. Great steel! $79 obo shipped within NA.
  25. stick9
    Not all that unusual. I wear a 9 street shoe and do perfectly fine in a size 6D Bauer. I can even go 5.5D if I want. I think there are a lot of guys playing in skates 1-1.5 sizes too big. Still sound crazy though.
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