Jason Harris 31 Report post Posted January 17, 2006 Jason, If i remember correctly Greg (modernice) is taking over or joining as part of SalmingCanada correct? As he mentioned anything about 'Players Club' yet? Mike, I've asked him twice, but I've never received an answer and then the conversation changed. I'll try to remember to ask again the next time I talk with him Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Miike 1 Report post Posted January 17, 2006 Jason thanks alot lol, suprised you put up with me all the time haha. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jason Harris 31 Report post Posted January 17, 2006 Cheechoo, I brought our blades to my friend's shop tonight to compare with other models. Some of our curves might be a smidge different, but basically they are the following blades:Curve 11: SakicCurve 12: Recchi with round toeCurve 21: ModanoCurve 44: Drury with a smidge less twistCurve 46: Basically a square Sakic w/ a 5 lie and flatter opening 1/3 in from the toe (I mean the Sakic twists more while it opens.)Curve 51: LidstromDoes anyone understand what I mean about Curve 46 and whether that describes a "name" curve? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chadd 916 Report post Posted January 17, 2006 44 is a 5 lie? uh-oh, Heads up boys. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jason Harris 31 Report post Posted January 17, 2006 44 is a 5 lie? uh-oh, Heads up boys. I'm comparing the 44 and 46 right now, and their lies are different. The 46 would be more vertical.To tell the truth, I'm now confused what lie that would make it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jason Harris 31 Report post Posted January 17, 2006 Jason thanks alot lol, suprised you put up with me all the time haha. Actually, Mike, I like your gumption.You remind me of myself when I was your age, although with a bit more savoir- faire! ;) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Miike 1 Report post Posted January 17, 2006 Lol thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chadd 916 Report post Posted January 17, 2006 44 is a 5 lie? uh-oh, Heads up boys. I'm comparing the 44 and 46 right now, and their lies are different. The 46 would be more vertical.To tell the truth, I'm now confused what lie that would make it. That means the 46 is a higher lie, 5.5 or 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cheechoo 0 Report post Posted January 17, 2006 44 is a 5 lie? uh-oh, Heads up boys. I'm comparing the 44 and 46 right now, and their lies are different. The 46 would be more vertical.To tell the truth, I'm now confused what lie that would make it. That means the 46 is a higher lie, 5.5 or 6 Chadd, the catalogue lists the #44 with a lie 5 and the #46 with a lie 5.5. That's what prompted by question to Jason. Combining Jason's description with the info in the catalogue, the #44 is a Drury with less twist and a lie 5, aka "a dream blade"! Man, I can't wait 'til July!!!!!!!!!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eazy_b97 1 Report post Posted January 17, 2006 The 46 sounds like a Shannahan to me. The 44 sounds like my customs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jason Harris 31 Report post Posted January 17, 2006 Chadd, the catalogue lists the #44 with a lie 5 and the #46 with a lie 5.5. That's what prompted by question to Jason. Combining Jason's description with the info in the catalogue, the #44 is a Drury with less twist and a lie 5, aka "a dream blade"! Man, I can't wait 'til July!!!!!!!!!!!! Actually, I have the TF Evolutions with 44 curve in stock. Ask your LHS to call me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jason Harris 31 Report post Posted January 17, 2006 The 46 sounds like a Shannahan to me. The 44 sounds like my customs. I'll try to compare the 46 with a Shanny next time I'm at the shop. My friend was busy sharpening, so he didn't have a lot of time to help, and the sad truth is I'm not the most knowledgeable about other blades. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Miike 1 Report post Posted January 17, 2006 Jason, if my LHS was to get some Salming gear who would they call? Mark or you? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jason Harris 31 Report post Posted January 17, 2006 Jason, if my LHS was to get some Salming gear who would they call? Mark or you? Greg Beaudin: greg@modernhockey.com Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Miike 1 Report post Posted January 17, 2006 I'll see what i can do to get Salming here in Nova Scotia! Thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
modernice 0 Report post Posted January 17, 2006 I'll see what i can do to get Salming here in Nova Scotia! Thanks. Hey Miikesorry, i've been slammed lately...i will be getting you some gear to try soon...cheersgb Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SR27 0 Report post Posted January 17, 2006 Sascha,Contact Christian Groß at create-sports@aon.at. His company is the distributor for Austria, Germany and Switzerland. He brought along his German salesmen to the Boston tradeshow, and they said they're starting to gain momentum in getting more shops to carry the products. I also met Hoppe -- what a character! -- and he said he's carrying Salming sticks in his shops.By the way, the TF Precision is a new model for 0607, so I don't think you'll see it until around July. Thank you for the heads up, Jason.Did you meet Hoppe Sr. or Jr.? I think it´s now the 3rd generation running the business. They´ve been in it since I know hockey but last time I ordered from them it was a Chimo stick so that tells a story :D I´ll give it a try.Thanks again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jason Harris 31 Report post Posted January 17, 2006 Did you meet Hoppe Sr. or Jr.? I think it´s now the 3rd generation running the business. They´ve been in it since I know hockey but last time I ordered from them it was a Chimo stick so that tells a story :D Hoppe was around 50-55 and he was quite a character. He bought a leather Maple Leafs jacket for his Harley. Then he told us he had three houses in Germany, Switzerland and Brazil -- to enjoy the atmosphere of Mardi Gras, shall we say? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Patrick67 1 Report post Posted January 17, 2006 Jason: I'll be checking out the track suits for sure.You mentioned the Evolution Taper shaft had 2 grips, one smooth and the other sandpaper. One of my teammates has a TF10 shaft and it's a very rubbering/grippy surface, guess it's an entirely third grip.Like the sound of the smooth (very slight grip) surface, how long is the taper compared to other brands?And how those the taper blade/shaft combo compare to the Evo Ops? (guessing it's comparable to last years Evo, and not the new one, since it's been changed slightly the season) B) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jason Harris 31 Report post Posted January 17, 2006 Jason: I'll be checking out the track suits for sure.You mentioned the Evolution Taper shaft had 2 grips, one smooth and the other sandpaper. One of my teammates has a TF10 shaft and it's a very rubbering/grippy surface, guess it's an entirely third grip.Like the sound of the smooth (very slight grip) surface, how long is the taper compared to other brands?And how those the taper blade/shaft combo compare to the Evo Ops? (guessing it's comparable to last years Evo, and not the new one, since it's been changed slightly the season) B)1) I'm quite confident you will like the tracksuit.2) Yes, the Evolution has a different grip than the TF10, which is very grippy. Again, I think the best description is a smooth "grip."3) I didn't have the opportunity to visit other booths at the tradeshow, so I'll have to compare the taper when I visit shops in the next few weeks.4) Actually, Rikard told me they didn't change anything on the Evo, since it was introduced so late in the year. Having said that, my recollection is it was supposed to be 435 gm, yet now it's 465 gm while the Precision is 435 gm. However, I could have misunderstood.Regarding the combo, it appears to be the same production design as the OPS. However, the color combo is a bit disjointed, so Rikard said we can easily change the blade's color to transition into white prior to production. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Patrick67 1 Report post Posted January 17, 2006 I also seemed to recall the Evo OPS was listed as 435g.The Blades are 145g (and durabillity on salming comp blades is pretty good from what I've heard Chadd mention) so I definantly be looking into those.Guessing the shaft is around 320 then (if the Evo is 465), when will you get into the shop on find out?Black and yellow track suits mmm... B) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jason Harris 31 Report post Posted January 18, 2006 The Blades are 145g (and durabillity on salming comp blades is pretty good from what I've heard Chadd mention) so I definantly be looking into those. Yes, but we're using a new design with lighter materials this year. Hopefully, the durability is comparabe. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hindianskater5 0 Report post Posted January 21, 2006 Is this the stick the mikel samuelson uses i could never get a close glimpse Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JR Boucicaut 3801 Report post Posted January 21, 2006 No, he uses a TF Evolution. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hindianskater5 0 Report post Posted January 21, 2006 No, he uses a TF Evolution. do u have the website for this stick?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
