Mission Lieutenants or Wicked 1's?

[Fletch 219]

I've been out of roller for a couple years but am looking to get back into it. Can anyone tell me which of these skates are better?

[fatwabbit 93]

Go with the LTs, from what I've heard from people who use the syndicate line, its a great skate.

The Wickeds have had their issues. If the skate fits, great, but if it doesnt you're in for a lot of bruising and sores on your feet. Do a search, there's a thread on the problems with the Wickeds (5 and 7 didnt have the same issues).

Here's a thread on the wicked 3s...from my understanding they had similar issues with the Wicked 1s

[saba 0]

Fletch let the Wicked line die and fall down the power shaft with bolts of lightning coming from its fingers. There is good in the BOSS, LT line, you can feel it in the force

[Fletch 219]

Yikes. That bad, eh? Thanks boys....that's all I needed to hear ;)

[fatwabbit 93]

yea... agree with Saba... I had the Wicked 1s for a while, couldnt skate too much after a while due to the pain in the feet. Traded them with one MSH member which he said were sweet, but a few weeks later he said they were bad on his feet as well.

Go with the LTs. Most of the players who bought new skates this year have gone with the Soldiers, but they said that the Soldiers were really good. I had a pair of Assassins, but sold those off for my sprung loaded skates.

[skunkworm 0]

I have never tried them, but I wouldn't cause of the horrible reviews. However if you can find a pair for cheap I would buy them for the chassis.

[Fletch 219]

What are the major differences between the LT and the BOSS besides the chassis? I looked at both yesterday at Giant and the BOSS seemed a lot stiffer. I have a lot of foot/ankle issues so I'm wondering if the LT's wouldn't be stiff enough for me.

[mattzilla 0]

if youre down with dealing with some pain for a bit, giver. awesome performing skate and comfortable after a long break in period.

[fatwabbit 93]

I believe Mattzilla is talking about the wicked 1...

[thefelixculpa 0]

What are the major differences between the LT and the BOSS besides the chassis? I looked at both yesterday at Giant and the BOSS seemed a lot stiffer. I have a lot of foot/ankle issues so I'm wondering if the LT's wouldn't be stiff enough for me.

LTs are very stiff. But then again, I went to them after having been a Bauer/NBH user all my life.

[flyweightphantom 1]

took me some time ot get used to my boss skates but i really like them a lot now. I would go with the new line as opposed to the wicked line. Much better boot imho.

[mattzilla 0]

I believe Mattzilla is talking about the wicked 1...

Yes, you are correct. :)

[Fletch 219]

What are the major differences between the LT and the BOSS besides the chassis? I looked at both yesterday at Giant and the BOSS seemed a lot stiffer. I have a lot of foot/ankle issues so I'm wondering if the LT's wouldn't be stiff enough for me.

LTs are very stiff. But then again, I went to them after having been a Bauer/NBH user all my life.

What NBH boot would you compare the LT to? I have One95's for ice, so It may be tough for me to find a comparable boot in terms of stiffness. ;)

[Justin 1933 134]

Go with the Lieutenants....The should be plenty stiff for you....There are some internal differences, but you should be ok in them.

You could always wait for the 2009 line....

It is looking really good....

[Fletch 219]

Thanks Justin. Any idea on when we'll start seeing some pics of the '09 line? ;)

[Vathsdrop 0]

It was in the position as you are now few weeks ago, I went for the Wicked 1, I don't care about the painful break in period

For me :

Full carbon construction

Full carbon outsole

Mg Chassis

Micro bearings

Very light (1100g)

200 dollars

Better style on foot

If you set apart the "fitting" side of the question (which the most important in choosing a skate :P ).

Wicked 1 is a way more high end skate than the Lt...

[Fletch 219]

I wish I could find a HE10000 new in my size at a good price. I loved that skate :(

[flyweightphantom 1]

2009 line yummy, Justin just gave me a boner and heart attack at the same time. Thank you.

[Justin 1933 134]

2009 line yummy, Justin just gave me a boner and heart attack at the same time. Thank you.

That is scary....Please keep those comments to yourself.... ;)

[JR Boucicaut 3801]

Lay off the Viagra, bro.

Eat watermelon instead.

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[5HoleMadman 6]

Along the same topic. Any word if anyone likes the Assassin line by Mission. Just to use outdoor.

[Fletch 219]

Anyone know how comparable the depth is on a BOSS vs. a Bauer One95?

[stock07 1]

Anyone know how comparable the depth is on a BOSS vs. a Bauer One95?

Fletch, I personally like the Boss skates, they are a bit pricey, but if you could swing it, thats what I would go with, I have never put on a one95 so I cant compare, I can tell you the wicked line are very stif skates, I have the wicked 5's as well and they are super super stiff after nearly a year and a half...Arent you able to get to a shop there in cali to try any of the mission skates on?...Hell, ride down to Mission Inc. and tell them you want a tour and to see some skates, never know what might happen, really good people there, well I know they used to be....my 2 cents anyway hope it helps a bit.

[Vathsdrop 0]

Finally mine

[thefelixculpa 0]

holy moly...that might be the biggest photo I have ever viewed on my computer. 20 inch monitor and one wheel fills the whole screen. they look great though.