JR Boucicaut

I see you upgraded from milk jugs. LOL Disclaimer: Jeff taught me how to shim in 2002. Never forget where you came from.

Thanks for your response. Can't say I've experienced the same thing with any shims I've created as they're shaped and drilled while stacked to maintain uniformity. I carry 1/16' and 1/8" LDPE sheets.

Why not? Curious to hear your explanation.

And so the line between consumer and commercial use is further blurred; it's interesting to see how an expansion out to proshops is perceived when now it's going to be even easier to bypass them - in their own house, no less.

Bauer worked with MIPS then went their own way with the RE-AKT helmet, which brought on a lawsuit. Easton had MIPS helmets coming out in 2016 but they were sold to Bauer before that happened.

Not exactly subtle, I see. And on my birthday, no less!

For those who have expressed interest in trying it; at some point we may be able to start a Long-Term Review. I'm hoping to hit the ice next week. As some of you know, my mom is immunocompromised due to cancer and so we've been extremely cautious about us being exposed (and consequently, bringing it back to her) and she's getting another surgery at the end of next week. So I'm looking to go to the rink when there aren't many people there, and that's usually a weekday noon open skate session (which would be the best way to try these.) I like the way this thread is going so far; there's been very good back and forth discussion. Keep it up!

Hey all, We received news yesterday that one of our longtime members, @hellaavangard is currently battling Hodgkin’s lymphoma. John’s a great guy who has attended our events and I’ve met up with whenever he and his band are in town. He’s posted a GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/john-clardy-hodgkin-lymphoma-help?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_campaign=p_cf+share-flow-1

I'll let them answer that one. I haven't mounted them on a pair of skates yet as I'm waiting on a pair to be sent. However, I attached it a loose LS Edge holder and you can compress it with your hand. I haven't seen the Black Armour but it sounds like DLC.

I had met the Bladetech team at the PHATS/SPHEM show in Orlando a couple of years ago. At the time, they had been talking to a couple of equipment managers so we exchanged quick pleasantries and business cards. Neither one of us followed up, until a few weeks ago when Jeff reached out to me. We talked over the phone and he decided to send me down a couple of sets to test: Bladetech has a patent on their "flexible" blades. The front third of the steel has a different shape than stock steel, which leaves a gap between the holder and the steel. Here's Bladetech sitting on top of a LS4. ' Note that the toe is lower, not just the scallop before the fin: The premise behind this is that the steel will compress into the holder during push off then releases at the end of the stride. Bladetech's claim is that it will increase acceleration as well as alleviates pressure on leg joints due to the fact that it can absorb impacts better than stock steel. Over this weekend I balanced, profiled and sharpened one of the sets. The steel was extremely consistent in terms of its shape out of the box, as well as blade thickness. It sharpened well and left a nice finish. The next step for me is to find a rink to test these out. For now, I'll try to answer any questions you may have, and @Jeff Azzolin Bladetech will also be monitoring this thread. Thanks for allowing me the opportunity to review these, and thanks for the MSH logo - that was a nice touch!

The team released the home jersey. Whether that’s a placeholder or not, that I’m not sure of.

I think it was a great execution. The use of negative space for the tentacle is a great touch, and with the right embroidery the crest would pop on the jersey. Not a fan of the thin hem stripe which looks wavy due to the shape of the hem.

4 minutes at 200°.

Topics split; use this one for discussion of the retail offerings.

Check out Sportstape 1.5".

Maybe that's all they could afford.

Friction doesn't come in 1.5" - it comes in either 3/4" or 1". I remember Renfrew had that black core - was supposed to be their premium offering. Not sure if they still offer it.

Nailed it.

Half shields and Concept 2s. They purchased Mission-Itech Hockey.

I believe teams stocked up; the post was “continue to get.” That isn’t happening anymore.

Why on Earth would CCM create unbranded steel for LS Edge? Bauer bought Mission/Itech for IP, facial, baselayer and roller hockey. Eliminating a competitor was also a bonus. Mission ice's best days were pre-moving design to Montreal.

They intend on using the profits for their legal fees as they are intending on fighting it.

Just received confirmation that Tydan will cease to sell their steel to dealers as they have been served for patent infringement. They will continue to sell direct-to-consumer through their website.

We cancelled SummerJam at the Prudential Center because we just didn't think we would get enough people to want to travel to NJ at this time. It took me a while to come to that decision but I think it was justified. We'll be back next year - expect to see you there!

Correct. CS's Boot Punch is best for this. And on Graf skates, it's the most pliable toe cap around too.