Datsyukiandeek 0 Report post Posted February 23, 2007 Someone post pics of these blades, I posted the Montreal after a months worth of use. By all means if theres a better blade out there I would like to find it. Someone just saying "This lasted me forever" means nothing, a photo of the used blade with the amount of hours played is the only gauge. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Patrick67 1 Report post Posted February 23, 2007 I can't remember how many hours I've played with the various blades. But as soon as the season starts (march) I'll use some brand new blades and then upload pictures of the various brands used on the same surface for 8hours of play.BrunoZ: I can't find any store that sells those CMX blades. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BrunoZ 0 Report post Posted February 23, 2007 As I told you, I was told that they were discontinued. One online shop in France (ok-patinage.com) still has about 10+ left-sided left (info from a month ago), but no more right-sided.The CCM V40 looks very much alike, but I didn't test it yet. Just got one yesterday for the sake of it, I'll try to post a V40vsCMX feedback in a while.The Montreal weights about the same as the CCM V40, which is to say, much. But they are pretty stiff, feeling the puck is not really a problem.About the 2260 : rough surfaces will kill them pretty fast (splitting). And, personal opinion, they lack stiffness. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SickLife 2 Report post Posted February 24, 2007 i'm pretty happy with the rbk (former jofa) multi surface blades. i honsetly have never tried the koho. but the rbk & easton indoor/outdoor abs last a lot better than the vector, IMO. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
li7039 0 Report post Posted February 26, 2007 never failed mei use a ccm v40 after a month it wore out and snaped. I would say go with KOHO Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mykey514 0 Report post Posted March 10, 2007 the ccm v5.0 are ABS but are tapered. i've always liked those compared to other abs blades. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
piperclap 0 Report post Posted March 10, 2007 I just started about a month ago, but have logged about 45 hours in that time. I bought a RBK 1k (red) because thats all I could get here-its been good. I've broken two Bauers and a CCM in the same time, all because I keep on looking for something stiffer. Its worn, to be sure, but after about half an inch wore off, I rigged up a jig with some foil, put down a fat bead of epoxy, shaped it with a rasp, and its been working great. Plus, the sticks are super cheap (Think I saw a three pack for $50), and the 1k blades are the same price. This is playing on a smooth concrete surface that is prepped and waiting for a floor. So yeah, the RBK 1ks are pretty good, and the IW pattern (red) is very similar to the old "Euro" pattern on Montreal blades. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TBLfan 25 Report post Posted March 11, 2007 i use a ccm v40 after a month it wore out and snaped. I would say go with KOHOAfter a month? That seems pretty good to me, most blades I've used in roller last a few times before they're shot. The v40s have lasted twice as well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kkancho 6 Report post Posted March 11, 2007 I just started using the v40 and the performance is the blade is a lot better than I expected. It's also probably the lighest abs blade out there. The kohos are stiff but they're also twice the weight. If the v40 lasts me more than 20 games, I'll be happy because i've been going through composite blades every 5 games on roller floor/sports court. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
--notorious 0 Report post Posted March 11, 2007 If your just looking for something cheap look for easton abs sticks they're like 17 CDN Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TBLfan 25 Report post Posted March 11, 2007 ^^ that's because it isn't really "abs" it's a composite material meant to work like abs but be stiffer, stronger and lighter. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
--notorious 0 Report post Posted March 11, 2007 ^^ that's because it isn't really "abs" it's a composite material meant to work like abs but be stiffer, stronger and lighter.So is that good or bad? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kkancho 6 Report post Posted March 11, 2007 ^^ that's because it isn't really "abs" it's a composite material meant to work like abs but be stiffer, stronger and lighter.So is that good or bad?it's great. it seems lighter than some of the composite blades i have and on a rlxn10, it doesn't feel like i'm carrying an ax Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TBLfan 25 Report post Posted March 11, 2007 the v40 lecavalier blade I'm selling is about 175 grams.btw something worth noting about the blade. A surface like a rough tennis court will eat the blade alive. It's better on painted or smooth concrete or something slicker. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nyrmetros 0 Report post Posted December 13, 2007 so what would be the best blade for an outdoor NYC public roller hockey rink with rough asphault? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
top-shelf 1 Report post Posted December 16, 2007 have you tried these?they are probably the longest lasting blades out there beastly blade for outdoor play. i used one every day for a month and it held up wonderfully. it has zilch puck feel, but you can't beat the durability on this blade. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riotgear 4 Report post Posted December 16, 2007 ^^^ Try the Crossover. Lasts even longer. Large heel curve, blade heavy, but durable as iron.random sidenote: some guy in a hockey shop in Tampa, FL told me they no longer make the crossover blade. I kinda laughed cause i thought he was joshin' with me then when i relaized he was serious I just hung up ;/ Gotta love the overwhelming helpfull knowledge in some LHS Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nyrmetros 0 Report post Posted December 16, 2007 ^^^ Try the Crossover. Lasts even longer. Large heel curve, blade heavy, but durable as iron.random sidenote: some guy in a hockey shop in Tampa, FL told me they no longer make the crossover blade. I kinda laughed cause i thought he was joshin' with me then when i relaized he was serious I just hung up ;/ Gotta love the overwhelming helpfull knowledge in some LHSthey are no longer making the crossover? seems kinda strange since so many outdoor people seem to be using that stick and blade combo.But as I said, I had the crossover on my stick for 8 games and it wore all the way down.I'd like to try the rbk 1k IW red blade, but 2 of my LHS were out of them. I need to pick up something today though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thejackal 46 Report post Posted December 16, 2007 i think the 1K is the same as the crossover, just painted. abs with a wood core Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DamnLocust 0 Report post Posted December 16, 2007 the crossover uses a different ABS and is thicker than the 1k. the crossover also has a different wrap with more durable fibers.the 1k is lighter and has better feel. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
camhockey16 5 Report post Posted December 16, 2007 i like these too - i just don't like the wood in the middle because once it wears down to the wood it is annoying to use. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
camhockey16 5 Report post Posted December 16, 2007 i have also used these ccm ones that are suprisingly good for outdoors - great success!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nyrmetros 0 Report post Posted December 18, 2007 interesting.... haven't seen that CCM blade in my LHS.That Koho crossover blade I wore down in 8 games. That sucked. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
camhockey16 5 Report post Posted December 18, 2007 here are another two i would recommend - although they are the same blade just different curvesi know they were already mentioned i just wanted to add pictures Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DamnLocust 0 Report post Posted December 18, 2007 Matt, they used to carry the CCM heats at sports authority. I'm not sure if they're still making them. If they are, chances are you'll have to hit up a sports authority or modells on the island to find it.I've used Jofa blades with similar construction. They were pretty durable and the puckfeel was half decent, as they have a wood wrap around the ABS, as opposed to a wood insert between the ABS. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites