Race4LastPlace 31 Report post Posted November 17, 2007 So im in need of new skates, and honestly dont feel comfortable buying online, especially if im going to spend 250 plus. I have never been fitted for a skate, mostly because i live in Louisville, kentucky. and hardly anyone likes hockey here, and the local shop here is basically youth or nothing. I am hoping to make a little drive here soon. I dont reall want to go over 150 miles so that leaves me with SportsPlus in cincy, and Pepsi colisseum in Indy (If you know of any good shops south of there let me know!). Never been to either, and most people i play with have only ordered online. Has anyone had experience with either of these. fwiw im guessin i wear a 9 or 9.5 (D or EE, no clue) and am interested in the Vapor XXV and XXII. Im currently wearing a pair of Bauer Supreme silver edition (cheap-o's like $40) senior size 9R and they feel a little narrow (forefoot/toecap). was told that the vapors fit differenly, and the new supremes fit differently based on model. Basically i just dont want to make a wasted trip and looking for opinions, and want to get a good fit in a NikeBauer skate. thanks!Race4LastPlaceby the way, first post! love the site, very helpful! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
big ben 0 Report post Posted November 17, 2007 I'd wait until you have the opportunity to try stuff on. But honestly, if you spending $250+, then whats 150 miles? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Race4LastPlace 31 Report post Posted November 17, 2007 yea, i havent yet had a chance to talk on the phone with either of these stores, but im definitely wanting to go, just not sure if i wanna go to the pepsi coliseum or sportsplus. anybody gone to either of these? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chikinpotpie 138 Report post Posted November 17, 2007 I really wouldn't wast time going to the Pepsi Col. Sports Plus is good and my Shop (pan am plaza) is great :). PM me if you want more info about skates and whatnot Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HkY_GuY 2 Report post Posted November 17, 2007 the XXV is a good choice and the XXII also. like you that was my 2 choice. tryed both and both are realy comfortable and felt right, for 90$ diff btw both i went for the XXV. weight wise it barely noticeble lot of room i have prety big feet i where 12 shoe size and got 10.5 EE and they fit nicely and comfortable. you can't go wrong with these excellent skate in my opinion. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Race4LastPlace 31 Report post Posted November 18, 2007 hmmmmmmmm, okay so does the pan am plaza have a good selection of some vapor skates? particularly 'around' a size 9? Wanting to go either 2nd week of december or week after christmas and really wanting to get fitted and buy a pair! thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kentucky3189 0 Report post Posted November 18, 2007 Sportsplus is your best bet. They will at least have your size in skates. That way you can try stuff and order online if need be. Who do you play for in Louisville. I played there for like 6-7 years, and my bro is playing or the midget Stallions there.Plus, there are tons of people who love hockey in Louisville. Two travel programs, four high school teams, and a ACHA college team. Thats the most hockey that the city has seen in years. Before that players were going off to play AAA, juniors, a couple of prep school kids, and ACHA college. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Race4LastPlace 31 Report post Posted November 18, 2007 Yeah I play at iceland and occasionally make it to alpine. I play in the adult league Never Ever (as in never ever played hockey ;) ) Playin since march now, starting to get good. I try to make it to as many stick and pucks as possible tho. i actually go to UofL and know some of the players on their club team, hopin to join it in the next 2 years or so...But yeah i really need some new skates! my $30 skates arent doin too good. Blocked a shot last night and felt like i broke the toe cap (not really broken, but the skates are all but completely dead)... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kentucky3189 0 Report post Posted November 18, 2007 Hopefully you'll get to play me over here in Lexington then, because I'm coming to try out at UK.Seriously though, try sportsplus. They have all kinds of stock, and if they don't have it, they'll get it. Great guys up there. Know by name actually. :) Talk to them and be friendly, they will definitely hook you up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Race4LastPlace 31 Report post Posted November 18, 2007 wildcats eh? cool cool. Yeah, sportsplus sounds like the place to go so far, thanks for the help man! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fatwabbit 93 Report post Posted November 18, 2007 If you visit chikinpotpie, make sure you call him in advance... last time I went, I only called him that very day. Travel half way round th globe to find that he went clubbing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Race4LastPlace 31 Report post Posted November 18, 2007 well as of right now the way it looks, I am going to indy on the first weekend of feb. to play in a little exhibition game at the pepsi coliseum my coach set up, so ill definitely try and stop by pan am that weekend if i can. but If i can pick up a few hours at work here soon, ill make the trip to sportsplus! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
D-MaN88 0 Report post Posted November 18, 2007 Pepsi Coliseum has NOTHING. The shop in Pan Am is top notch. Also, I'm not sure where Fisher's is in relation to Indy but the Forum at Fisher's Pro Shop usually has a good amount of stuff. Not always the greatest prices, but usually a good amount of stock.I've also been to Sports Plus and they have a great selection as well and I can agree the guys there are really nice and helpful.If I were you, I'd try Pan Am and or Fisher's while in Indy and if nothing there, definitely go to Sports Plus. Good luck man. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Race4LastPlace 31 Report post Posted November 18, 2007 so im still stuck with either pan am or sportsplus then (?). ill definitely make some calls and such before i head to wherever it will be, but i definitely plan on purchasing a pair of skates in one of them (hopefully either a xxv or xxii depending on price/fit/ect) and just dont want to go somewhere that may not have a pair for me in stock Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chikinpotpie 138 Report post Posted November 18, 2007 If you visit chikinpotpie, make sure you call him in advance... last time I went, I only called him that very day. Travel half way round th globe to find that he went clubbing. Sorry Sorry Sorry Sorry Sorry Sorry Sorry Sorry Sorry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Race4LastPlace 31 Report post Posted November 18, 2007 hehe, yeah ill definitely call before i finalize the trip to either one Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Race4LastPlace 31 Report post Posted December 2, 2007 Went to pan am yesterday. Got some supreme 70 shins and 70 skates. fell asleep wearing the skates last night. Coming from my bauer silver cheap-o's, these skaes feel amazing on my feet. Cant wait to skate in them. Thanks to chikinpotpie and the Pan am plaza! Ill definitely be back! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oggy_3 0 Report post Posted December 2, 2007 hey question how much you pay for your 70 skates at the LHS i work at the one90s are 499 but the supreme 70s are 549 and the xxx are 499 im trying to figure out why such messed up prices Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Race4LastPlace 31 Report post Posted December 2, 2007 wow thats pretty weird you sure you quoted those prices right. I couldnt see why the 90's are less than the 70's. maybe sale on the one90's (overstock) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oggy_3 0 Report post Posted December 2, 2007 o im 100% on the prices, and head office must be mesed up Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Race4LastPlace 31 Report post Posted December 3, 2007 Just got home. Had practice today and used the new skates (Sup. 70's) and it was a little weird at first. Definitely a lot stiffer than im used to, but after about the first 30 minutes of praying that i dont wipe out :D i got used to them. Towards the end of practice i was turning sharply, quick stops, and giving them the business... I am so impressed witn these skates, cant wait to get back on the ice~! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
