Edge

from chowder cup... http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v169/edge27/10.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v169/edge27/IMG_2439.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v169/edge27/11.jpg ^far right

Next time I'll throw on my mirrored visor, put a goalie in there, and jump up on the glass after I score to make it more authentic...oh and of course get a decent quality camera! ;)

thank you thank you, I try. ;)

Please tell me the D man was acting as well? Cause he got dangled He's a 13 yr. old travel A player thats always at sticktime so I figured he'd be a great test subject...he didnt even trip me I fell on purpose. :P

Me pulling the ovechkin goal(curls it in on back) on this kid at sticktime... :) Don't mind my retard friend/videophone man at the end there. haha http://youtube.com/watch?v=C2H-2Uh5Wu8

Got a chance to get one of the new Itech 908Ti cage in size large...I wear a Medium Rbk 8k Helmet, but prefer the Large cage on it rathe than medium(this could be different as everyone has a different shape head/face. When spending this much on a cage, make sure it fits! I will try to compare this to the Jofa/CCM 480 cage as I know it is probably the most popular cage. I have used it for nearly a month skating about every day. Fit: As you may know, Itech's cages are set up to have upside down clips rather than the regular setup on cages. Doesn't really make a difference in the fit of the cage at all, but this is yet another reason you need to make sure of the size of the cage before buying it as it is different than the average cage. For the actual length of the cage though, for Jofa/CCM 480 cages, they are about equal in length. The cage definitely comes out farther than a 480 cage, but is very easy to get used to. Wire setup is very nice and easy to see with on the ice. Chin cup feels great, but I still prefer the 480 or Bauer vecro chin cup over it. The straps weave through the chin cup to strap onto the helmet instead of being attached independently to the wire. No complaints here though. 10/10 Protection A big part of why this cage is Titanium is because it is higher impact than a regular carbon-steel cage. I have actually taken a couple shots and sticks right to the face since putting this wire on, and there are no dents, OR even scratches on the thing. It looks brand new. A big advantage the Itech cages have over the 480 is the cut at the bottom. The Itechs bottom wire goes straight accross unlike the 480, where the cage goes down too far. The 908's chin cup actually comes below the cage. Does this mean slightly more neck exposed? Sure, but I'd rather sacrafice an inch or so, instead of having the cage jam into my neck every time I am hit high. It is also more straight cut going down the sides so your jaw is better protected. 10/10 Weight This is where it shines. In today's market, it is all about how "heavy" something is. Although cages were never thought to be heavy (at least I hadn't heard anything), there really is a noticable difference in this one. It really feels weightless...If you guys wanting a cage coming from a half visor for protection, give this thing a look. Especially on an 8k helmet, this helmet is crazy light. 10/10 Durability As I said in the Protection section, I have taken several shots and sticks to the face with no signs of wear at all...no dents, no scratches, nothing. I go through about 2/3 cages a year from huge dents and/or rust. I air out my stuff very well and still end up rusting the hell out of my cages. This has spend a couple nights after skating, being in a sweaty, moist hockey bag, and there is NO rust. I have metal clips on it, and they rusted...did the cage? nope...BIG plus. :) 10/10 Intangibles Really, why do most people buy cages? Looks of course. It takes some getting used to but I really love how this cage looks now. It's nice to not look like everyone else on the ice with a 480 any more. Itech also changed their logo this year and it looks sick. On the side metal pieces, they have painted that new logo and it is also on the chin cup. Looks really good. I've been using a black cage for a while, and I like the dull silver color a lot more. Easy to see the puck with. Of course...as most of you know, this thing retails for around $130-$160 US ...at first glance that is unreal...see conclusion. 10/10 Conclusion The price may be a lot, but I, at least, can justify it. Like I said I end up buying about 2-3 cages a year from rust and dents anyway. 3 CCM cages = about $90+ a season. I'd rather dish out the cash and get some durability out of this Ti cage than go through all that, plus have the other benefits that this cage offers. I'd definitely reccomend this cage to anyone who 1)Has the $$$ 2) Goes through cages like myself 3) Wants the newest, coolest equipment out there. Hope that clears some stuff up about the cage, and if anyone has any more questions, feel free to PM me about it.

theo, is that like a backyard rink or what? thats pretty cool.

Highland Hills? Did you play on the Midget u16 team last year? yeah i played on team 1990. where do you play? let me guess VOSHA cause we played them like 20 times. haha yup man we got to know you guys a little too much that year. Who are you playing for this year?

Highland Hills? Did you play on the Midget u16 team last year?

I don't know...if you have money to spend on it definitely go for it, it's really light and everything, but for 150, you can probably find something a little more effective to buy.

superman, you make me look conservative with gear! Pretty good lookin stuff.

Thanks, yeah those two and the new cage are the newest additions to the collection ;)

Peoria Polar Ice/ Desert Schools Coyotes Center in Peoria, AZ. Ebondo, I was talking about the first one. Yeah the rink isn't too shabby at all for a place that's predominately known for basketball, field hockey, and lacrosse. It gets the job done. field hockey and lacrosse? :lol: Hell no, baseball and football are the two big sports around here. Hockey is getting really big in the phoenix area and the quality will suprise most of you. If you're ever down here check out the Alltel Ice Den in Scottsdale, That's a great rink also.

Peoria Polar Ice/ Desert Schools Coyotes Center in Peoria, AZ. Ebondo, I was talking about the first one.

Double post, i suck. <_<

Pics from my summer HS league...terrible hockey but it is fun. ;) http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v169/edge27/up7.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v169/edge27/up5.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v169/edge27/up3.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v169/edge27/up2.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v169/edge27/up1.jpg

Cool vid...looks like you have some nice skating area.

forgot to post the pic of my new LS2 holders that aren't bent on my 1500s

I would if i could...I'm under 18 and can't wear one till that age in USA Hockey. <_<

Thats what I thought until I got this. I wore a black 480 on it before.

hahaha wait until you see it on my team coyote maroon rbk helmet i get this season! No guys i'm not rich, i didn't spend near that for that thing.

Just got this in from Itech :) New 908Ti Titanium cage...this thing is sick. EDIT: also forgot to put up my new LS2 holders on my 1500s Click below for more pics: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v169/edge27/IMG_2039.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v169/edge27/IMG_2044.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v169/edge27/IMG_2045.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v169/edge27/IMG_2046.jpg

ohhh i see what you mean. Yeah i know that. It happens on all my skates. Yeah i do pronate to the outside of my feet...pretty bad actually.

which skate? They are pretty old...wore them on my F12s for about a season.