Really, Really stupid question

[gman 0]

I have been reading the threads on the new numbering system for the CCM skates. I went to the web site to see if I could figure it out. Man now I am confused. It appears that the "tacks" line is an offshoot of the original leather boot manufacturers name. But what do the current models have in common with each other and what are the advantages of each. Which section is considered the high end of the CCM line? Is one line mostly leather while the other is mostly nylon and plastic? Once again, I thought I had it figured out until I started looking closer at it.

[JR Boucicaut 3804]

Yes, George Tackaberry. Pro Tacks is top of the line.

Outsoles, liners and weight determine its place in the line.

[TBLfan 25]

Here's the 04 952 super tacks:

CCM® F-I-T-SYSTEM® combines heat and pressure for a "gapless" customized fit

Pro molded anatomical ankle support delivers the required support and eliminates breakdown

Pro comfort plus foams immediately form to the ankles eliminating break-in

Integrated Lace Bite Protector evenly distributes lace pressure and anatomical felt tongue with TACKS® binding stays in place and provides a comfortable fit

NYTEK H20 lining produces a great combination of comfort and moisture reduction

Heavy-duty ballistic nylon quarters provide increased lateral stiffness and abrasion resistance

WEARFORCE side vamping and toe covering for improved abrasion and cut resistance

MICROTEX trims maximize abrasion resistance and long term durability

WEARFORCE toe tip for improved abrasion and cut resistance

CCM F-I-T SYSTEM footbed provides excellent fit and comfort

Lightweight fiberglass composite outsole increases energy transfer

PROLITE 3 blade holder

PROFORMANCE PROFILE STAINLESS steel runner yields the optimum combination of speed, agility and stability

Here's the new 992:

F-I-T-SYSTEM® - CCM F-I-T-SYSTEM combines heat and pressure for a "gapless" customized fit

Lateral Support - Pto molded anatomical ankle support delivers required support and eliminates breakdown

Ankle Pads - Pro comfort foams form to the ankles minimizing break-in

Tongue - COMFORT FLEX tongue features lightweight high-density molded foam "saddle" lace-bite guard combined with thick felt covers full length of foot for maximum comfort and protection

Liner - COMFORT CONTROL™ beige CLARINO† liner is ultra comfortable and water repellent

Quarter Package - PRO ARMOURâ„¢ II improves protection by over 50%, maximizing durability while minimizing breakdown

Vamping - WEARFORCE† maximizes abrasion and cut resistance

Footbed - COMFORT CONTROL™ footbed features a “fleece†top cloth that feels like a slipper on your foot and moisture management perforations

Outsole - Low profile overmolded black outsole ensures boot interface on durability

Holder - CCM® E-BLADE™ PRO blade holder maximizes energy transfer and features replaceable runner attachment

Runner - PROformance Stainless runner delivers long lating edge and excellent glide

and obviously the style is completely different.

[gman 0]

The 992 is in the super tacks line right? So Pro tacks are even better?

[gman 0]

The 992 is in the super tacks line, so Pro tacks are even better?

EDIT: Never mind, I think I answered my own question on the web site. So for their inline stuff, they only go as high as the Vector series right?

[Fredrik 0]

The 992 is in the super tacks line right? So Pro tacks are even better?

Yes.

[TBLfan 25]

yeah, the pro model is top of the line followed by the highest numers to the lowest. Example: 92 < 692 < 992 < pro

But just a tip, hockeymonkey and hockeygiant(as well as other online retailers) have older models for a LOT cheaper than the newer skates. I just bought a pair of 952 super tacks for $120 from hockeymonkey.

Oh and here's the features of the new pro tacks:

F-I-T-SYSTEM: CCM F-I-T-SYSTEM combines heat and pressure for a "gapless" customized fit

Lateral Support: Perforated pro carbon anatomical ankle support delivers long lasting support pro players demand

Ankle Pads: Pro comfort plus foams immediately form to the ankles eliminating break-in

Tongue: COMFORT FLEX tongue features lightweight high-density molded foam "saddle" lace-bite guard combined with foam-felt tongue that covers full length of foot for lightweight comfort and protection

Liner: COMFORT CONTROL beige CLARINO liner is ultra comfortable with a water repellent anti-microbial lining by ULTRA FRESH that performs day-in, day-out

Quarter Package: PRO ARMOUR I improves protection by over 50%, maximizing durability while minimizing breakdown

Vamping: WEARFORCE maximizes abrasion and cut resistance

Trims: MICROTEX mat leather grain trims maximize abrasion resistance and durability

Footbed: COMFORT CONTROL footbed features a "fleece" top cloth that feels like a slipper on your foot and moisture management perforations

Outsole: Low profile overmolded ultimate composite perforated outsole minimizes mass, maximizes energy transfer and delivers on durability

Holder: CCM E-BLADE PRO blade holder maximizes energy transfer and features replaceable runner attachment

Runner: New PROformance Lite Stainless features new mass reducing scallops, which increase the longitudinal and torsional stiffness by 15%

and the 04 pro tacks:

Thermo-formable CCM® F-I-T SYSTEM™ provides increased fit customization

INTEGRATED WEDGEâ„¢ provides medial and lateral support, heel lock protection and reduces breakdown

PROformance Boot Profileâ„¢ accommodates forward flex and reduces breakdown

H2O CONTROLâ„¢ full carbon fiber perforated outsole provides lightweight support, increased energy transfer and airflow

Panama PU2â„¢ impregnated nylon provides increased lateral stiffness, cut resistance and weight reduction

CLARINO H20 CONTROL™ antimicrobial lining by ULTRA FRESH† for a better blend of comfort, durability, moisture and bacteria reduction

WEARFORCE side vamping and toe covering for improved abrasion resistance

Asymmetrical tongue with felt, foam and binding provides a closer, more comfortable fit

Integrated LACE BITE PROTECTORâ„¢ evenly distributes lace pressure

TACKS® H20 CONTROL™ footbed provides excellent fit, comfort and moisture wickening

PROLITE 3â„¢ blade holder with offset post design for improved energy transfer

Advanced PROformance Profile Stainlessâ„¢ steel perforated runner is 15% lighter and 1.5mm higher for extra sharpening longevity and a higher push-off angle

[gman 0]

Not that I am at all even considering this, but how would the Pro Tacks boot work as an inline? How much better are they than say the Vector PF10?

EDIT: Answered my own quesstion with the search button. Thanks