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1 hour ago, AnimalFear said:But once I cut 3 inches off the senior stick I’ll be looking at an 80-85 flex stick. I recently bought a 68-flex Sherwood Code online and it indicates on the back of the shaft that once I cut off 3 inches I’ll be looking at an 80-flex stick.
Maybe that’s the best I can do. I just feel like there are a lot of people my size so I can’t be the only one who seems to fall into the cracks between senior and intermediate sticks.
You aren't the only one. As I said, you and I are roughly the same size and there are plenty of other members here in the same boat.
Anyway, I wouldn't get too caught up in what a stick might be or a specific number. Focus more on how it feels when you play. It might take a few tries to find the right stick.
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@AnimalFear CCM offers 70 flex senior sticks at retail. We're similar in size and I much prefer the 70 flex senior stick to a 75 or even 67 flex intermediates.
I'm pretty sure Bauer offers a 70 flex too. But that might only be available through the MyBauer program.
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1 hour ago, marka said:Howdy,
Speaking of stuff like that... What the hell is Marchand doing with his gloves for the winter classic uniforms? It looks like he spray painted them with shitty tan paint from home depot.
MarkThat's exactly what he's doing. For whatever the reason he likes old ratty ass gloves. Also, I don't know if you noticed but one glove is a covert the other is an Alpha.
1 hour ago, Larry54 said:In the guitar world, we call it relicing. 😆
Relicing is taking something new and making it look old. This is more like Eddie's Frankenstein guitar.
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Do you guys really think CCM put out baking instructions without checking the time and temps?? Come on guys, that basic engineering. They know better than that.
Looks to me like a textbook example of overbaking or pulling way to hard on the laces when warm.
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21 hours ago, Steveo55 said:Crazy.....so you do wear an intermediate skate then?
Yes, my current skates are intermediates.
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TSR 10,000%
They're one of only a handful of shops that know what they're doing.
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On 1/28/2023 at 8:52 AM, Steveo55 said:Well, I went to my LHS and did the Bauer scanner (pretty cool) and the suggestion was for a fit 3.
What's shocking is how much the sizing has changed....I'm actually a 7! WTF!? That is still bending my mind because I wear 9.5 US shoe size....it makes no sense to me, but I tried on different Bauer Supremes and CCM Tacks and the skates were snug, but my toes were juuuust at the toe box without lacing up....perfect.
After trying on the Bauer's and CCM's I actually ended up with a pair of CCM ASV's. It was a tough decision becuase I have worn Bauers for over 30 years, but I had to go with the right fit and not just stick with brand loyalty.
Pretty normal. I wear a size 9 shoe and fit comfortably in a size 6 skate. I can drop to a 5.5 but it's a little tight.
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4 minutes ago, sweetblazer said:Yeah I agree with what you guys are saying. I had the Trigger 5 Pro and I thought I hated it the first 5 ice times it was way to light and fragile feeling. But after having used it for 20ish now I'm missing the crazy light feel. From what I've read that specific model was actually one of the worst of the triggers too. As far as swing weight I'd agree, I think if the extra 25 grams didn't feel like It was just in the blade I wouldn't notice as much. How does the Jetspeed compare to the trigger for balance and feel?
Have you tried the non Pro Trigger? Might be a nice middle point for you.
I have both. The Trigger 5 feels a touch lighter or better balanced then the FT3's. Still prefer the jetspeed.
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24 minutes ago, RodneyPierce said:Ummm. I'm well aware. You do realize that it's fun, right? Give it a shot some time.
LOL, you have no idea. I've bought and sold more sticks than some shops I've been to.
What I've learned is it's way more important to find something that suites ones own skills. I don't think a stick will make you a better player. I do however believe the wrong stick (pattern, lie, flex) can negatively impact your game. Funky pro player patterns are fun to fool around with but they hardly ever work and in the off chance they do, now you are stuck combing the earth for John Smiths sticks. And, no matter how many you have, you always feel compelled to buy more.
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10 hours ago, RodneyPierce said:Ill agree with this, for the most part. You can get big name pro stock sticks for 150-175. The cool thing about the red line from ProStockHockey is that you can try actual curves from these big name players. Not retail versions of the curve, but ACTUAL copies of their game used curves. And you can get them all in right AND left hand versions, in a quality stick.
Whos to say what works for McKinnon will work for you... What works for you may not work for me... There is more to it than just curve of the blade.
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20 hours ago, Sniper9 said:I picked up a blackout extra lite from HSM in a 75 flex. Held it and felt good. Imo looks like an undressed rekker. Flexed it .... And was incredibly disappointed that it felt like a rock. I double checked the flex on the sticker and the name bar. It literally feels like an 85-90. It's so stiff I'm not even going to try to use it and I'll be out 50 bucks in total shipping after all is said and done.
oaf, that stinks. I was thinking about trying one now that they offer a P90TM (Benn Pro). Not after reading this.
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On 12/7/2022 at 8:50 AM, Left Wing King said:Again not wanting to start a new thread (sorry OP, mods please delete of unnecessary)
I'm currently in Warrior Syko shorts and I love them tbh. They are showing their age and I am wanting something better. However I have no idea what 'style' they are, ie tapered, traditional etc. Any ideas guys?
Do yourself a favor and try some modern pants on and see what you like the best. FWIW, pro-stock pants aren't always the best option. Nor is a girdle.
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1 hour ago, pgeorgan said:That's a different argument, but sure.
Not saying you need a top 3 helmet from this list, but 35?
I'd prefer a newer tech like D3O or XRD.
Also, how many beer leaguers are using a 4500 that's well past its HECC and/or CSA expiry?
I totally get it. Personally, I think it's better to be prepared in case something does happen.
I never understood the love for those old foams. Newer helmets are so much more comfortable and the look side of it is silly. The only time you see your helmet is when I put it on. But it's hockey. Guys NEED to wear the same stuff they wore when they were 12.
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2 hours ago, pgeorgan said:The Dude abides.
Good lord, that can of worms again.
You don't need to hit your head to get concussed. It's happened to me. No helmet on the planet can slow the brains movement within the skull.
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2 hours ago, pgeorgan said:I find just not cinching at all on the last eyelet is sufficient.
If you really need to completely undo the top eyelet, I think there's maybe a mobility issue going on that should be addressed.
For me, lacing the top eyelet is the mobility issue. Some skates I can lace all the way up, some I can't. My 100k pros feel the best when I skip the one down from the top. Sounds odd, but its the perfect amount of lateral support and forward flexion.
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On 1/15/2023 at 2:08 PM, start_today said:From my experiences in lockerooms, lots of guys think of profiling essentially as:
guy A: “my new steel is so tall and I keep catching the her and toe”
Guy B: “the shop can grind down your blades to match the weird messed up shape of your old blades.“
They know the new steel has too much heel and toe for them, but rather than making any adaptations or learning what profiling actually is, they want the new $100+ runners to be shaped to the same ugly banana radius the shop mangled their old blades too.
It’s like they have just enough info to completely confuse and misunderstand what it actually is.
Yup, 100%. I have a buddy who replaced his old LS2 with LS4 and couldn't stand how the steel felt. I sent him all kinds of info about profiling and even offered to take them to a reputable shop for him. He ended up exchanging the LS4 for LS2, said he couldn't be bothered to relearn how to skate on new steel. I'm fairly certain he would have paid someone to grind the LS4 down had I not said something to him.
Honestly, the same goes for new skates. No matter how many times I caution people about the stiffness and height of the boot I still hear people complain about not being able to skate in the new ski boot skates. Dude, just drop and eyelet and get a decent profile....
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4 minutes ago, hockechamp14 said:Hey I'm working on a project for a buddy who has played for some obscure teams, I want to get him his old jerseys to frame.
I remember like 10 years ago someone posted a guy in North America who did this sort of thing. I'm coming up pretty blank right now finding store fronts that do this sort of work without a minimum. Also am not concerned about any tech fabrics and such, am fine with 2005 style full weight jerseys.
There are a number of places that can do that though some require a minimum order quantity. Be prepared to pay a $100+ per.
Give 5ive Hole a try. Charlie does all the MSH events jerseys as well as a number of Mod Squad members beer league teams.
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12 minutes ago, VegasHockey said:Does that shell have the velcro loops for a girdle?
Just a belt
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Selling a few items I obtained from attending Mod Squad Hockey events.
Used Custom Winterfest Warrior Covert Hockey Gloves, size 14", Navy w/Carolina Blue. Palms and gloves are still in great shape. $70
Like New (worn once) Custom Winterfest Warrior Shell, size Medium. Stripes and logos are stitched not printed. Shell will fit over Medium pants. $25
All prices include shipping within North America.
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13 hours ago, Sniper9 said:You returned in store or online? You can always just remove the clip system off your old tongues and put them on a set of nash sniper tongue's
Or drill new holes and use the new tongue...
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2 hours ago, akravetz said:I think I know the answer as I think seniors are built with more materials but I'm at that size (yes, I'm short) where I can use both intermediate and senior gear. I use 13' shins, I can wear a medium shoulder pads, my stick length is shorter than some of the kids I coach. Looking to save money but am I risking getting hurt. I'm 52 but 5'4 and 140. I coach three times a week and play in a beer league. Just wondering if Intermediate is a viable option. IN some cases, it's a big savings. Others, not so much. You guys have always helped in the past so I figured, why not ask.
Andy in Peoria.
I was told that most INT was made the same as SR gear because it was a popular option for elite adult female players and smaller adult males. I don't know if that still applies.
I'd go with what fits he best regardless whats on the label.
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On 12/31/2022 at 4:16 PM, xstartxtodayx said:The STX shaft was like a lacrosse shaft on the bottom of the shaft for the whole length... in theory it sounded neat but just felt wrong haha. Didn't catch on at all and the few pros that used that model of stick had traditional shafts not the funky ones.
Thinking of shaft shapes, Titan had a stick in the 90's (one of the ASD models, black with red writing) that was convex on the palm side and concave on the finger tips side, it was much more conservative and actually felt really great to play with, those were some awesome sticks.
Nike had some sticks like that. I think Innovative made them...they may have had their own version too.
The last few generations of Ribcor sticks do something similar.
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The 'bauers aren't as moldable as brand X' stance isn't entirely accurate. Ive seen some pretty wild punches on Bauer's. I've personally had Bauer's clamped and hand shaped to my feet. It took a bit more effort but it's definitely doable.
You'd think if True and CCM had a distinct advantage in terms fit they'd have a bigger share of the pro player market.
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3 hours ago, start_today said:I feel like the number of people who both post on this forum and get the oblique death metal references have to pretty small.
You'd be surprised, though I may have called it slayer neck, obvious Tom A reference.
Ribcor skates - discontinued?
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Does dropping down a model really give you a more flexible boot while still maintaining lateral support and offer premium features?
The real answer is No it won't.