jimmy 194 Report post Posted November 24, 2011 Even though the steel is the same, most who use Velocity report that it holds edges longer than their regular STEPs. With the polished finish, the edges are stronger, they do not nick as easy as well. I love sharpening the velos, little to no honing required, the edge is just so much cleaner. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
notquitedeadyet 13 Report post Posted November 24, 2011 Or is it that you just like seeing yourself in the reflection?Sorry, couldn't help myself... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Powerfibers 8 Report post Posted November 25, 2011 Thanks for the reviews. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jeffg 13 Report post Posted March 13, 2012 after reading this and other threads I am still a little confused. What is the difference between the step steel for Lightspeed II and the step steel XL for lightspeed II? looking for new blades for a pair of X60's Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jimmy 194 Report post Posted March 14, 2012 Easy to figue out, Step XL steel is for skates that have Ls2.1 power steel. Same extra length. Howver, any skate any model that has LS2 holder can take Step regular or XL steel, totally interchangeable. X60's have regular lenngth LS2 steel so if you want to stay the same just get the regular Steps. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Durbo20vT 4 Report post Posted March 14, 2012 (edited) After some skate issues were sorted, I was finally able to get my Step Velocity XL steel on my new LS2 holders. starts, turns, stride and balance feel much better than before. it sure doesnt help that my OEM ls2.1 steel was so small and worn before swapping, but i feel comfortable in the One95's again. It didnt take much before the plastic from the holders made contact with the ice, so now with the massive steel in there I feel a lot better... almost like when skating in these skates for the first time.Does the velocity/added steel length work as advertised? not sure, but skating definitely improved since the poor condition of the ls2.1 blades held back from serious cuts/turns etc. overall i'm happy with this swap Edited March 14, 2012 by Durbo20vT Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ktang 34 Report post Posted March 15, 2012 After some skate issues were sorted, I was finally able to get my Step Velocity XL steel on my new LS2 holders. starts, turns, stride and balance feel much better than before. it sure doesnt help that my OEM ls2.1 steel was so small and worn before swapping, but i feel comfortable in the One95's again. It didnt take much before the plastic from the holders made contact with the ice, so now with the massive steel in there I feel a lot better... almost like when skating in these skates for the first time.Does the velocity/added steel length work as advertised? not sure, but skating definitely improved since the poor condition of the ls2.1 blades held back from serious cuts/turns etc. overall i'm happy with this swapBlack holders - so you swapped in your 296mm LS2 holders? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Durbo20vT 4 Report post Posted March 15, 2012 yes. went back to 296. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
All Flash 49 Report post Posted March 18, 2012 Was wondering if anyone has some info on the Step "fusion" offering? Also I'm not sure I missed something but are the Nitonol blades from Easton now available to us non Pro's? 0.o Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
A2rhino 79 Report post Posted March 30, 2012 Have some Step V-Steel XL's heading my way. Looking forward to trying these out to see if I'll feel the difference. A lot of great input in this thread, thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JR Boucicaut 3816 Report post Posted March 30, 2012 Was wondering if anyone has some info on the Step "fusion" offering? Also I'm not sure I missed something but are the Nitonol blades from Easton now available to us non Pro's? 0.oNothing yet.Easton doesn't do nitinol...and no they aren't. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
malcb33 102 Report post Posted March 31, 2012 According to Step, there Ti-SS (Fusion) is going to be out this Fall. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JR Boucicaut 3816 Report post Posted March 31, 2012 That was said two Springs ago. Not holding my breath. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jimmy 194 Report post Posted March 31, 2012 Nothing yet.Easton doesn't do nitinol...and no they aren't.Umm, nitinol is avail to everyone.After some skate issues were sorted, I was finally able to get my Step Velocity XL steel on my new LS2 holders. starts, turns, stride and balance feel much better than before. it sure doesnt help that my OEM ls2.1 steel was so small and worn before swapping, but i feel comfortable in the One95's again. It didnt take much before the plastic from the holders made contact with the ice, so now with the massive steel in there I feel a lot better... almost like when skating in these skates for the first time.Does the velocity/added steel length work as advertised? not sure, but skating definitely improved since the poor condition of the ls2.1 blades held back from serious cuts/turns etc. overall i'm happy with this swapThe height does offer improvements, the length does not. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JR Boucicaut 3816 Report post Posted March 31, 2012 Umm...he was asking about Easton's steel, which he mistakenly called "nitinol." I corrected him, and stated that Easton's steel (NanoGlide) is not available to the public. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jimmy 194 Report post Posted March 31, 2012 Umm...he was asking about Easton's steel, which he mistakenly called "nitinol." I corrected him, and stated that Easton's steel (NanoGlide) is not available to the public.That makes sense, I didn't see any reference to nanoglide, I thought he was refering to nitinol not being avail. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
malcb33 102 Report post Posted March 31, 2012 That was said two Springs ago. Not holding my breath.Yeah, I've heard it before too. I spoke to them last week and they seemed pretty sure..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cooperalls 4 Report post Posted March 31, 2012 Last time I heard about it was when Step expected a Spring 2011 release. At the time I remember the price being surprisingly high. I can't recall the specific quote, just remember thinking it was expensive. Any idea of the Ti-SS MSRP? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
malcb33 102 Report post Posted March 31, 2012 Around $150 Canadian is what he mentioned, pretty steep if true Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jimmy 194 Report post Posted March 31, 2012 Around $150 Canadian is what he mentioned, pretty steep if trueNot really, the Fusions are $130 and they are just half aluminum, so a little bit more for titanium is not bad. Titanium is expensive, I recently paid $95 for a titanium firing pin for one of my pistols, and the amount of titanium on it is way less than what would be on a pair of runners. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hockeygoon22 0 Report post Posted April 12, 2012 i had a terrible experiance with this steel and would not recommend it. i have bauer flexlites and i got step steel for the tuuks and i blocked a shot on my left foot after having it for two weeks adn it broke 3 inches from the heel of the runner. one week later i blocked a shot on the ight foot and the steel broke in the exact same place. i was completely disapointed with this steel. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JJStripes 1 Report post Posted April 13, 2012 i had a terrible experiance with this steel and would not recommend it. i have bauer flexlites and i got step steel for the tuuks and i blocked a shot on my left foot after having it for two weeks adn it broke 3 inches from the heel of the runner. one week later i blocked a shot on the ight foot and the steel broke in the exact same place. i was completely disapointed with this steel.It's good quality steel, but that doesn't mean it won't break when you block shots with it. I have had multiple steels break over the years, and ever time it has been the result of a hard shot hitting it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aarondevera 0 Report post Posted April 13, 2012 Wouldn't be surprised if your steel was overtightened or put under any undue stress, especially if it broke in the same spot on both runners. I've been on Step for almost three years and haven't had a single problem. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jazz4all 9 Report post Posted April 13, 2012 Wouldn't be surprised if your steel was overtightened or put under any undue stress, especially if it broke in the same spot on both runners.I've been on Step for almost three years and haven't had a single problem.how tight it should be? i got my step steel today. and its my first time changing blades. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aarondevera 0 Report post Posted April 13, 2012 Once you feel the nut's seated, give it another quarter turn. Always found Tuuk holders pretty easy to overtighten. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
