2008 CCM U+ lineup

[JR Boucicaut 3759]

Here's the stuff I used in Montreal last week.

U+ = You Plus, essentially an extension of the player (you)

First off, first Vector that ever fit me! The new U-Foam used in the boot reacts well to baking, and like previously stated, there's a bit more volume in the boot.

Remember a few yrs back when there were rumors of CCM making their own disposable runner? There you go. They're saying 15 sharpenings - I say a good sharpener who won't destroy profiles can get more out of it. Very noticeable when you pick up the skate - unfortunately, they didn't have my size runners so couldn't skate on them.

Probably the best stick CCM has ever come up with - very well balanced, very clean. Full graphite, with a hollowed heel for balance. Didn't get to take many shots, but a clean stick nonetheless.

[Cove 38]

Fit similar to the current Vectors ? And why does CCM insist on making the fugliest skates possible ?

[D-MaN88 0]

Both look VERY nice. I'll definitely look into picking up the stick. I have no clue which curve is which in CCM, do they have a Drury clone for retail?

BTW thanks JR for the pics.

[JR Boucicaut 3759]

Ovechkin, what I used.

Fit similar to the current Vectors ? And why does CCM insist on making the fugliest skates possible ?

More volume, plus the new foam. I couldn't wear Vector before.

[D-MaN88 0]

Thank you JR. That makes this stick even more of a want now.

I have to admit, the whole "hollow point" feature is interesting.

[Gummer12 134]

I'm a bit concerned on the Hollow Heel concept of the stick. Seems like it's just prone to cave ins and breakage. And also seems like it would increase torquing of the blade. Skates look great. Can't wait to see em in person.

[TBLfan 25]

Darn, it doesn't have my favorite blade on it... Stuff looks good though, real good.

[the1gwiz 0]

Thanks for posting this, JR!

Higher volume boot than the current Vectors? My club feet may like these very very much. Still not the prettiest things on ice but I do prefer them to the current Vector look.

[mgchockey 0]

how much are the disposable blades going to cost?

[big ben 0]

think i threw up in my mouth a little

[Gummer12 134]

huh, that joke has never been done before (Insert Laugh Track Here)

[mew1838 0]

Hey JR, does this vector series have more ankle padding and better heel lock? I might need to hold off buying skates now....

[TBLfan 25]

I do find it interesting that they did away with the lace lock.

[LoXish 0]

I use Pro Tacks and they are the best fitting skates I've ever used -- I wonder how these will compare... look like a similar build.

[JR Boucicaut 3759]

how much are the disposable blades going to cost?

$39.99, and obviously, retrofittable.

[mew1838 0]

I do find it interesting that they did away with the lace lock.

ARGH CRAP!!!

[odp 0]

Pretty cool - sounds like T-blades for CCM skates.

Any chance they'll make T-traditional versions instead of just the C-contoured ones? Maybe just pro-stock?

[JR Boucicaut 3759]

I'm a bit concerned on the Hollow Heel concept of the stick. Seems like it's just prone to cave ins and breakage. And also seems like it would increase torquing of the blade. Skates look great. Can't wait to see em in person.

It had good feel, I can tell you that.

Pretty cool - sounds like T-blades for CCM skates.

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[Gummer12 134]

I would suppose I would just have to have the right lie to keep the heel up off the ice as much as can be done, and never slam my stick in a fit of anger...wait, that part will never happen

[TBLfan 25]

I don't think it could be worse than a SL as far as breakage in the heel.

[hyprlte 0]

i heard that these skates are going to be the lightest out there lighter than the s15. Is this true?

[Edge 0]

Stick is intriguing...thats about it though. I think the runner idea is dumb personally as I sharpen my skates after about once a week at least. I'd spend more on steel than I would the skates.

[JR Boucicaut 3759]

i heard that these skates are going to be the lightest out there lighter than the s15. Is this true?

With the RR, yes. We hand-weighed my U+ and my S15s in the locker room and they were close. We imagined with the RR, it would be lighter. It's a 50g difference.

Edge - if you're careful you can get more life out of the runners.

[Cavs019 702]

I'd put tuuks on them immediately.

[LkptTiger 1]

After my experience with the V110s I had when they first came out, I completely swore-off of CCM sticks for good. Given the jump in technology, I figure maybe it's time to give them a shot again. Sounds like a "feel" driven stick, which justifies experimentation as far as I'm concerned.