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15 minutes ago, nutters said:Why make niche patterns if you are starting out?
How is your brand going to differentiate itself from the competition when everybody is selling a 100% carbon 420g stick in the same 3 patterns. I never said you had to deviate from these curves. Those specs just scream cookie cutter made in China. ask the many brands that have failed with this business plan.
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11 hours ago, bunnyman666 said:Seriously- the nano particles do increase the carbon to resin ratio, which can increase the durability. At the time that I had learnt about nano particles, I was not able to get any, but using graphite powder, whilst not as engineered, gave great effect in a wet lay up (which I doubt has been used in stick construction EVER), so I can’t imagine how well ENGINEERED nano carbon helped in an applied application. It was most likely engineered into the pre-preg (as I do think sticks were ALWAYS using pre-preg from day 1), so the cost was most likely a factor, as well. But oddly enough, the nano particles of carbon fibre (which has a specific shape) and powdered graphite had similar effect as far as helping enhance the length of the fibrous chain. Obviously the nano particle was symmetrical (unlike the powder, which is ground with random shapes), and it’s consistent shape is what made it VERY expensive.
Please pardon the geeking out; I LOOOOOOOVE the subject of composites construction! Now if my mould making skills could come back, I will be a VERY happy bunny!
Still doesn't explain why these sticks are available in the same flex, patterns and weight (420g) as your common made in China cookie cutter sticks.
10 hours ago, bunnyman666 said:Unique curves would most likely make these sticks fly from the racks!
Hasn't worked for companies in the past. Harrow comes to mind.
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What's his name?
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24 minutes ago, Tyler55 said:What does that mean?
They're not the first company to import Chinese sticks and slap their logos on. What other equipment has this owner developed? We've seen many companies try this business model and fail.
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Have you tried using the other tongue inserts that came with your skates?
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On 3/21/2019 at 11:50 AM, darkhors said:Agreed, the sweet stick is absolute garbage. It single handedly ruined the edges of my daughters teammate during a league semi-final game. Luckily we won and I took her skates home and sharpened them up, but she was so upset during the game that it compounded the issue of having zero edge on her skates. Confidence lost and over thinking began. Never use a sweet stick, ever!
Can't say I've seen many people use the sweet stick properly or if they know what it's actually doing to their edges. I cringe when I see someone make more passes with a sweet stick than Scooter Jess on a skate sharpening machine.
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14 hours ago, strosedefence34 said:We have an area skating coach who swears by putting his students on 3/8ths to teach proper edge work. I get it for the real little kids since they aren't heavy enough to get the bite they need out of a shallower hollow. Where I have the problem is when his high school aged students ask for it I can only think of how much speed they are loosing by digging too much into the ice.
Our shops "standard" is 5/8ths. We give that to people when we ask them how they want their skates done and they respond "I don't know? The regular?" I typically try to educate them even if they aren't listening. Tell them I am giving them 5/8ths and if they want it sharper next time come in and ask for 1/2. We have the ability to do 9/16 but I prefer to give them the option to experiment.
I do the same with my customers. If they're not sure what hollow to get I'll use 5/8" as a starting point. The next time they come in for a sharpening I'll ask them for feedback and make the necessary adjustments, if needed.
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Try a different style or size of spacer.
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On 2/11/2019 at 9:20 AM, koresh38 said:Hi, there. I know it has been discussed before but still... Is mirror like finish achievable on X02 at all? What do our experts can say? Looks like no matter what I try I can not get the finish as good as it is done on the professional machines...
The glide is good.I am talking about visible part. Just need to know so I can let it go or continue my quest for the perfect mirror finish-)).
How old are your spinners?
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I've used both the EZ Goal and the Sniper's Edge shooting tarp. Both are excellent options.
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17 hours ago, fawks99 said:Hey guys, it's an old topic but I'm in the same boat as the OP from 2015. I have a Blademaster cam lever style holder and am looking to upgrade to the newer Tri-Lie or SH 6000 holder as well. Only problem for me is the cost of the holders. I have a portable Blademaster and we just use it for our family (me and 3 kids playing) so paying $650 just seems unreasonable at this point. I've been looking for used holders but haven't seen anything. I've called Blademaster and Blackstone to inquire about used holders without any luck. Does anyone have or know someone/somewhere that I can find any used holders? Yes I have tried the Kijiji route but the only thing I ever see are older styles like mine.
I can get by with the cam style but I'm planning to show my 13 year old how to sharpen skates and I think the 3 dial holders seem a bit more intuitive and easier to use especially for beginners. The cheapest seems to be the Wissota at $325 U.S. but add Canadian conversion and I assume shipping and I'm back up to $500.
Thanks
I was in the same situation a few years back when I bought the SH8000 for my portable machine. The holders with the dial don't come up often on the secondary market. When holders do surface, they haven't depreciated much in value and they're still pretty expensive. I got tired of looking and bought a new one instead.
At my work we've always held onto our holders and other accessories (quills, cross grind dresser, etc) whenever we traded in machines. I hoard holders because once in a blue moon a customer will bring in a skate that won't fit on my main workhouse. I still have the pre-cam lever style where you need an allen key to loosen the anvil before making adjustments.
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LS2 is fine. Just make sure whoever services your skate doesn't over tighten the nut on the inside... or worse, drop it inside the holder.
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22 minutes ago, Nicholas G said:I own three of them. Yes.
I might have to check it out next time. Last time I was in WA there were maybe two shelves at the Dick's Sporting Goods at Bellis Fair and a small section at the PIAS in Lynnwood. I noticed more WA residents coming up to Canada around the time Northwest Pro closed.
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There's so many different "guys" that seem to surface everywhere.
Self proclaimed pro guy comes in with no intentions of buying anything. He just wants to tell you stories of him playing Jr or Pro somewhere while name dropping a few players he grew up with. You search his name on Elite Prospects and Hockey DB, no hits.
Drug dealer guy doesn't even play hockey. He pays cash for 10 goalie bags and is the easiest sale you'll ever make.
Price match guy wants you to price match another local shop allegedly selling the same skate for 40% off. You call the shop up and turns out it's their last pair. It's a size 13 customer return with no box. He wears a size 8 and wants you to honor the price.
Old guy brings in his Daoust skates for a sharpening every 5 years. The leather and plastic is all cracked. The steel is banana'd to the point where the wheel will hit the jig if you tried to sharpen it. He insists you do a few passes anyway.
Youtube gear guy spends all of his time watching gear review videos. He comes in just to complain about hockey stick prices because his less expensive Brooklynites are just as good.
My kid is going to play in the show guy spends money he doesn't have to outfit 6 year old little Billy in top end everything because little Billy is going to the NHL. Little Billy hates hockey.
Entitled guy brings in his kid's skates and demands they be sharpened immediately. You're currently 12 pairs deep with 3 employees sharpening but he doesn't take no for an answer. He claims his kid is the best player on the team and puck drop is in 30 minutes.
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1 hour ago, Nicholas G said:My favorite thing I have heard recently was not said by a customer, but by a worker at a store....
A customer was buying CCM AS1 skates and the worker told him it was best to come in and get the skates baked right before he got on the ice so they would be warm and flexible. I tried to not say anything until after the customer left and then explained to the worker exactly why you would never want to do what he suggested.
There's still shops in Seattle?
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The letters and numbers haven't held up over the years.
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Hoping to revive this thread as it's one of my favorites. It's quite entertaining to hear there are the same types of customers everywhere regardless of where your shop is located. We deal with pro customers who train here in the summers and they are less maintenance than the majority of our retail clients.
Similar things can be said for ice rinks. I'm experienced in driving both Zamboni and Olympia machines. I understand how much to cut and how much water to lay but I still get guys hopping on early just to complain about the water not setting.
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Are you in Canada? Any dealer that has an account with Nash can order in Toe Pro for you. It's still featured in their 2018 catalog.
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On 5/30/2018 at 6:35 PM, davekind said:Did you have to drill new holes?
When changing holder sizes, yes.
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Has Bauer produced grey holders since the custom+?
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5 hours ago, IPv6Freely said:Could be worse... There's a guy selling this on sidelineswap who claims he had it made at the ACC.
During the Reebok era there were teams who offered in-arena cresting. The Leafs were one of those teams. It's a lower quality heat press made to look like it's stitched.
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On 10/21/2016 at 12:16 AM, YesLanges said:Not sure if this is the right place to ask this, but I didn't want to start a new thread for it. Is there anything under the bench area of rinks that has a strong magnetic field? I wear a mechanical watch and I keep my valuables in a bag behind our bench during games. On several occasions, the watch lost about a half hour during the hour or so that it was back there. Ordinarily, the watch is very accurate.
Negative. All you're gonna find underneath the surface is concrete slab (or sand depending on your rink) and brine lines.
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On 5/2/2018 at 1:31 PM, CigarScott said:I need to get something more comfortable and can withstand my weight than the stock insoles that came in my N7000 skates. I'm in a 12 EE Nexus skate with plans to get them stretched next month to widen them more as I typically wear a shoe with a 6E width. I've looked at Superfeet's site and can't figure out if their sizing is based on shoe size or skate size nor if they accomidate multiple types of widths. Does anyone know of any insoles that will work in extra wide skates?
Super Feet has numbered sizes listed on the box but disregard those. Super Feet should be fit according to your heel size.
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6 hours ago, Kgbeast said:It looks to me that he fluffs everything that comes across his desk. I kind of dismissed him for a demagogue. I like watching his unboxings, but take everything he says with a grain of salt as they say.
Is there a product these "Youtube stars" don't like? Haven't found one yet.
11 hours ago, Leif said:I'm not sure if you were suggesting the Swedish unit is more rugged, however as it is made in Sweden, and the Sparx in China, the higher price of the Swedish unit need not translate to a more rugged unit, the price difference could be due to higher manufacturing costs.
Anyway, my last three sharpenings were all bad. Two from the good sharpener were both out by 4/1000" which is bad, and one from another recommended place was 3/8" and not 5/8" as requested, leaving me unable to skate. I had to have them redone the next day. It's starting to look like a home sharpener is the only way to ensure good sharpens.
Professional grade vs consumer grade unit.
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You guys are missing the point. I'm not saying they should offer obscure curves. There's already companies filling that need. I'm saying their offerings (100% carbon, flex options, curve options) are no different than other small companies that have sourced a generic stick from Asia and put theur logo on? How many times have we heard of savings being passed onto the consumer because the company doesn't pay for endorsements or marketing?
The guys that want the rare curves will find a way to get them. the others are all tire kickers who complain about not having a curve in stock but won't pull the trigger if it becomes available. I've dealt with these customers enough times in hockey retail.
As for Base hockey sticks, I do see them quite a bit in my local rinks. Mind you the brand originated here. They also had the stick design experience of Kunisaki and Ghassemi (in the begininng) and the connections of Ronning.