MacDaddyDanny

yes, to prevent the outsoles being broken off. I made an effort to make a perfect custom skates. What did you use to fill the large holes??? epoxy???

Medium, the boot is right on the bubble between a small and a medium. I went with the medium, mostly because mentally I didn't like the idea of a small. I skated on them last night and the longer chassis didn't affect my skating whatsoever. Skates were faster though I think that is more do to weight. What size boot did you put that medium chassis on??? I also have an 8.5 boot that i'm lookin for a chassis for

Fit: Very comfortable. It took a little bit of adjusting coming from the heavier, more restrictive Itech jock, but once I was used to the Shock Doctor it felt great. Nice, tight fit, in no way cumbersome to the stride. Very well done. 10/10 AGREED Protection: My main problem with this jock in the fact that the cup itself is somewhat narrow. I hate to be so graphic, but after slipping into the shorts, it is necessary to "move things around" in order to make sure nothing is left unprotected. Again, this takes some getting used to, but once I adapted the jock felt great. 9/10 (adjustment period) DEFINITELY SOME "ADJUSTMENT" NEEDED Velcro: Great so far. I've been using the jock for almost a month now and can not foresee any issues with the velcro. My socks do stay in place (I use tape to make sure nothing moves around too much, but I have skated without the "re-enforcement" and did not have any problems). There has been no tearing or stretching of any kind. 10/10 Drying Period: Much better than any other jock I have used. I skate, on average, about four or five times every week, airing my equipment out every night after practice/game. The jock is almost completely dry by the time I leave for school in the morning. 10/10 Availability: Not available in many major stores yet (the guy I asked at Dick's told me he had never heard of it). I bought mine at Great Skate, and have seen it at a few of the rinks in the area (the Pepsi Center, most notably - affiliated with "Front Row Sports"). Retails at about $50. Overall: I really like this jock. It's comfortable, light and protective. If you find yourself considering picking one up, I would recommend giving in and throwing down the dough. 9.5/10 I would highly recommend!!!!!