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2 hours ago, raganblink said:BlackStep & V Step are infinitely better (not really, you know what I mean) compared to just regular step. Coming from LS3, I totally understand and don't disagree with your opinion.
I guess with just the regular Step I don't see it. I won't be able to try the Black or V as I am on Edge holders.
47 minutes ago, Sniper9 said:I never really tried step ss longer than one skate before going to their blacksteel so can't really compare it to Bauer. I did have ls3 before and I definitely needed to Sharpen it often. Probably every 2-3 skates. But I like having crisp edges allt he time. Even with my blacksteel I sharpen it every 5-6 skates where I know most ppl go 10+. Another thing to note, maybe more for the skate techs benefit is that step has better QC and tighter tolerances for their steel so they are very consistent with their stock profile, height, and cases of warped steel.
I have my own Blackstone machine and prior to owning my own I worked in a shop (part of the reason I was on LS3 for so long was because I got it so cheap). I feel I am sharpening my Step just as much as my LS3. Again it's not Black or V so that could be why.
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Unpopular opinion: I am not a fan of Step. I bought some XLST for my edge holders grant it this is uncoated but I just don't get the hype. I came from LS3 and I don't think these hold an edge any better than the LS3 I was on prior. Was looking to get into some Bauer Pulse TI when this steel is done.
Please don't ban me from the board, leave the horse head out of my bed.
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I'm bias towards Bauer. Helmet, gloves, pants, skates and stick are Bauer. Cage, shoulder pads, elbow pads, and shin pads CCM.
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1 hour ago, AnimalFear said:I ordered a 4500/Profile II combo to stock up before the 4500 is discontinued. I hadn't realized that Bauer changed the shape of the Profile II cage. That was their best looking cage IMO. Now it sticks out way farther and looks sort of goofy. Is there another option from Bauer or another manufacturer that is similar to the old Profile II? I know CCM had the FM480, which was similar to the old-school Jofa cage. Is the CCM FM580 the same, or did they also mess with the shape?
The 580 is pretty much identical to the 480. I tried a profile but it's not long enough. A large profile fits more like a medium 480/580 on me.
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14 hours ago, Cavs019 said:The Bauer Profile II is a bit lighter with thinner bars while having the same look and setup as the 580. I use the “oreo” version and love it.
I wear a Large 580. I tried a Large Profile II and it was a little too short. The chin cup covered my mouth. I am not really a weight weenie just think since the 150 is so light compared to the 4500 a titanium black 580 would be a nice touch.
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I decided to pick up a ReAkt 150. Only played once with it but honestly super impressed. Very light weight and fit great. No hotspots or anything. I'll miss the 4500 but we had a good run but it was time for something newer. My only complaint is that my 580 cage seems to weigh the helmet down a little. I need CCM to come out with a titanium 580 and I'll be set.
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50 minutes ago, Cavs019 said:I wore a 4500 my whole life and recently switched to the ReAkt 150. I don’t think I can ever go back to VN padding. I feel like Bauer finally nailed it with the 150 in terms of protection/comfort/ventilation/looks and its NHL adoption rate reflects that.
Everything you said it why I am considering it. It has been a few years since I purchased a new 4500 so maybe I will try it on and see how it fits and make a decision off of that.
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14 hours ago, OldCY said:Get it or even a re akt 85
I'd probably get the 150 if anything. The 85 looks like it has a similar if not the same shell design but I didn't see any to try on.
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36 minutes ago, xstartxtodayx said:The CCM V08 is a similar fit and same padding as a 4500 and still readily available (Dicks was selling them new still just a couple months ago). Personally I think the V08 is a better looking helmet but that's all preference... it's one of the most used helmets in the NHL so I don't think I'm alone there lol. Just be aware the CCM runs bigger than Bauer... I'm a medium in Bauer but a small in CCM. Of course now with that said I've ditched all my V08's and started using a CCM 910 which is way more comfortable and lighter (and supposedly more safe?).
I’ve tried a V08 in the past. A size down from my Bauer. While the fit was fine just wasn’t for me. I’m leaning more towards keeping this one and figuring it out down the road when I need a new helmet. For me I just don’t like the idea that I’ll never be able to get another one at retail. I use pro stock gear but I’m not one to shy away from retail stuff either. I know these will be available as pro stock but I feel like as more and more people who grew up on newer tech enter the nhl it’s only a matter of time before Bauer stops making them completely.
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Went to Pure Hockey and tried on a ReAkt 150. I really liked the fit and it felt pretty comfortable. I am going to think about swapping it out.
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8 hours ago, 218hockey said:What's the allure of the 4500?
It's just very comfortable. I had a similar experience to @flip12. I was using a Bauer 5000 that didn't fit great and switched back in college to a 4500 back when it was branded Nike Bauer. I have just replaced them over the years as they either cracked or got warn out. I just got a new one for Christmas but with the news of them discontinuing it I may try on some of the newer helmets and return the one I got.
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I mean I get it from bauer’s standpoint but man that’s a huge b disappointment
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Just got a glimpse of the '23 Bauer catalog and noticed the 4500 is not in there. I am assuming that means they are being discontinued at retail?
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12 hours ago, dkmiller3356 said:anyone know if any of the companies make adjustments in the location of the ankle pocket?
CCM does. A friend of mine got custom Jetspeed FT2 I think that's what they were at least when CCM first started doing the retail customs. He had them add these fat ankle donuts for him.
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I appreciate the feedback. I had a feeling that just because it was marked for skates of X size it could be applied to other sizes because I have experience with a CAG profiler and that was the case with that. I am less concerned with stability more concerned with agility. Anyone have any thoughts?
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A little while ago I had my steel profiled to a triple 6'8'12'. I like the profile but I will not be returning to that shop for profiling needs. I found another place local to me that offers prosharp profiling and if I am understanding the prosharp chart correctly for a size 8 (272) skate a triple would be 6'12'20 and a quad would be 6'8'11'13'. Is that correct? I am more inclined to go with the quad since that's more inline with what I have right now but I wanted to get some opinions here too.
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I have been feeling like my right skate was a bit wobbly. I would check my skate periodically when I got home and didn't notice anything. Last night I noticed it was pretty bad and in the locker room I noticed it looks like the sole is seperating from the skate. They are 190s from the MX3 error of skates so they are 7-8 years old and owe me nothing. They have been fantastic from day one till now aside from replacing the laces and steel I have zero complaints. I have to decide if I want to buy the current generation of supremes on closeout or the new ones when they drop until then I have my back up skates I will wear.
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23 hours ago, jeffg said:I'm looking at Tydan blades and just did the Tydan blade online assessment. They recommended a 30/60 cag one profile with a 3/4 hollow based on my weight (250). How accurate are their profiles? I saw that one person recommended starting at 25/40 profile I'm coming from a ls2 edge blades standard 5/8ths or 1/2 depending on availability (don't live in a area with great skate sharpening) .I have been skating for years and play men's league. Thoughts and feedback, thanks ?
I have used a few different CAG profiles have done 25-45 and 30-50 on size 272 steel. I like it better than just a stock 10ft radius. It was recently recommended to me that I try out a a triple radius of 6/8/12' so I think I am going to give that a go as my current steel is just at the stock 10ft and I am not a fan
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Bumping this one more time to see if anyone knows of a place in the US that sells the 4" wheels or do I have to go through Blackstone themself and pay for shipping from Canada?
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Skated last night and I would say my problem is fixed. I just need to keep the spinner clean. Thanks again for the help.
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17 hours ago, Monty22 said:Make sure you put a couple drops of oil on the bearing seams and make sure the spinner rotates freely after reinstalling.
I did and it was. Cleaning it seemed to do the trick. I won't skate until Sunday but I resharpened my skates and I can tell just by running my thumb over the edges that they are better. I think the problem is lack of dust collection and me not backing the spinner off far enough after dressing the wheel. I noticed when I resharpened last night that the rectangular shape came back and its just built up blade dust. I plan to get the dust collection set up very soon. I just need to take some measurements.
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I finally was able to get around to cleaning the spinner with @Monty22's suggestion of mineral spirits. If you look at my pictures and you see that rectangular shape on the spinner it took some elbow grease and more than a tooth brush to get that off it actually popped off in one chunk. My guess is that was the culprit so I will re sharpen tonight and report back.
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Okay, thanks guys. I will give cleaning it a try. I switched the wheel to a used orange one I had and I will see if that changes anything.
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I have noticed some Colleges are switching to CCM this year. Princeton, Penn State I think are the big ones. I saw the Penn State woman are still in Bauer.