sabres48 0 Report post Posted July 29, 2008 Just got these beauties a week agoCustom X70's, with MSH2 palm and gussets. I came in expecting a rather tight fit after trying on some solid finger X70's, but the feel and volume of these gloves just blew me away. The best part was the time it took to get them, a mere 6 weeks.Out of curiosity, why did you choose portofino/carbon? Tufftek seems to be the popular material now-a-days Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
A2rhino 80 Report post Posted July 29, 2008 Although Tufftek may seem to be the popular material these days it also wears out a hell of a lot faster. Popularity and durability are two different things. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sabres48 0 Report post Posted July 29, 2008 O..i thought that was the benefit of Tufftek, was that it lasted longer than the other marterials...so is its main benefit just decreased weight? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
top_shelf_24 0 Report post Posted July 29, 2008 dries faster, less friction when grinding up against the glass/boards, appearance (for some), less break-in time and overall flexibility are all reasons to go tufftek Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cavs019 710 Report post Posted July 29, 2008 Tuftek is way more durable than carbon, end debate. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rustpot 1 Report post Posted July 29, 2008 Tuftek is way more durable than carbon, end debate.Carbon, yes, portofino and stiffer nylons, no. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eric42434224 1 Report post Posted July 29, 2008 In a lot of these cases, that's exactly what is happening.I figured out a way to do a truly custom skate without me being present, but as I don't want to work in hockey retail anymore, I'll probably never act up on it. I could feed the orders through a friendly shop, but would have to figure out how to make it worth my while.How can you do a custom fitting without being there?If you can, let me know, and we will talk about making it worth your while. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JR Boucicaut 3816 Report post Posted July 29, 2008 Not in hockey retail anymore, so not going to pursue it. No need for me to invest in something like that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eric42434224 1 Report post Posted July 29, 2008 Not in hockey retail anymore, so not going to pursue it. No need for me to invest in something like that.But if someone made the trip to see you, you will still do it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JR Boucicaut 3816 Report post Posted July 29, 2008 Yes, I will still do custom fittings IN PERSON. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Balzinsker 0 Report post Posted July 29, 2008 Just got these beauties a week agoCustom X70's, with MSH2 palm and gussets. I came in expecting a rather tight fit after trying on some solid finger X70's, but the feel and volume of these gloves just blew me away. The best part was the time it took to get them, a mere 6 weeks.Out of curiosity, why did you choose portofino/carbon? Tufftek seems to be the popular material now-a-daysLooks more than anything else, I just liked the way the portofino and carbon mixed on a glove design. If I wanted the tufftek look then I would have just bought NBH 4-Rolls. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jbyun04 7 Report post Posted July 31, 2008 Just got my new gloves today and I'm pretty happy with themEagle PPF: Tufftek shell, White/Navy/White, Digital palms and mesh gussets Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sabres48 0 Report post Posted July 31, 2008 (edited) Just got my new gloves today and I'm pretty happy with themEagle PPF: Tufftek shell, White/Navy/White, Digital palms and mesh gussetsCrispy..but why no MSH2?Or were they not custom? Edited July 31, 2008 by sabres48 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jbyun04 7 Report post Posted July 31, 2008 (edited) Just got my new gloves today and I'm pretty happy with themEagle PPF: Tufftek shell, White/Navy/White, Digital palms and mesh gussetsCrispy..but why no MSH2?Or were they not custom?digital is about as custom as it gets I didn't get MSH2 because I really liked what I felt from digital palms. On my repalm I'll probably go to single layer MSH2 Edited July 31, 2008 by jbyun04 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MLSman 22 Report post Posted July 31, 2008 (edited) Just got my new gloves today and I'm pretty happy with themEagle PPF: Tufftek shell, White/Navy/White, Digital palms and mesh gussetsSick dude. Love the mix...especially white fingers. I am a fan of digital palms as well as the MSH2. Enjoy them. Edited July 31, 2008 by MLSman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dman33 0 Report post Posted July 31, 2008 How much did those end up costing you, i was planing on getting those exact gloves but with MSH2 palms Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PH_Hockey2 4 Report post Posted July 31, 2008 Wow, all of these great looking Eagle gloves makes me want to do a custom pair. Maybe around Christmas time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jbyun04 7 Report post Posted July 31, 2008 How much did those end up costing you, i was planing on getting those exact gloves but with MSH2 palmsenough to make me cry ;) i was surprised at how they turned out, 2 weeks after i ordered them I kinda regretted the white fingers but I have none now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MLSman 22 Report post Posted August 1, 2008 2 weeks after i ordered them I kinda regretted the white fingers but I have none now.Nothing like opening that box and seeing them for the first time...it made me feel like a kid again...and lessens the pain of the price tag. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jeff 0 Report post Posted August 5, 2008 (edited) Not truly a custom glove, I didn't wait ten weeks.. I tried these on at EWH when getting fitted for some skates, they were exactly what I was looking for, but I tried to resist. I finally broke down and ordered them a few days ago over the phone.They feel amazing. MSH2 palm and gussets. I will def. go full custom for something in red and blue in the future, just going to enjoy these for a while first. Edited August 5, 2008 by Jeff Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
top_shelf_24 0 Report post Posted August 5, 2008 Why is the 5th backroll so small? 14.5 inch gloves perhaps? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jeff 0 Report post Posted August 5, 2008 Why is the 5th backroll so small? 14.5 inch gloves perhaps?Yes,it is a 13+1.5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brettlynch11 0 Report post Posted August 5, 2008 Those Eagles are amazing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tailboard Jockey 25 Report post Posted August 5, 2008 Since you are a Sharks fan, i think you might like mine.Got them from eastwest hockey. So, i didn't personally customize them, but they are exactly what i would have done if i had gotten custom.Those are nice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Havok19 0 Report post Posted August 5, 2008 I agree they are nice (even if i like flashier glove) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
