Vapor XXXX in stores today

[MLSman 22]

Called and found out that today is first day for retail sales on the XXXXs. So I went to try them on at the LHS in Albany (Kemps).

First impressions of the boot were positive. Same toecap as the One90, which I really like. Exterior material seems the same as the XXX. Weight is interesting. It certainly is not as light as the One90 by feel, but tough to compare to the XXX...they are close...can't tell the difference. The most noticeable things from close inspection were the ankle padding and the stiffness. These certainly don't feel like a 2 stiffness....closer to a 3. They are stiff...very stiff. This is a major positive to me. The XXX was not as stiff as the Vector 10, and I have always worn a stiff boot. The XXXX is clearly stiffer than the old XXX. The ankle padding is thicker than the XXX, and certainly more than the One90. I have had issues with ankle pain in the One90. I never had that issue with the XXX. The XXXX seems to be an improvement in the density of ankle padding.

I then tried them on...wow. They are comfortable. Very comfortable. The only time I ever put on a boot and felt immediate comfort was the 1500c. I went down a half size from the XXX...from a 9.5D to a 9D...just like I did with the One90. The fit of the toecap was roomy...felt just like the One90 toe. The mid section, heel and ankle fit like the XXX...just noticeably more comfortable in the ankle due to the padding.

I think that is about all I can tell you from what I felt...needless to say I had to get them. Can't wait to get on the ice with these beauts this weekend. Feel free to ask any questions and I will try to answer them as best I can.

[kosydar 0]

There is no need to start a thread because you tried on a pair of skates when there are already numerous topics about them.