Skate Profiling for heavier player

[donkers 31]

Why's that?

You'll notice a bigger difference with a better boot than steel. Putting Steps in your 200's like trying to polish a turd. Not to mention you'd have to buy new holders.

[IPv6Freely 2092]

You'll notice a bigger difference with a better boot than steel. Putting Steps in your 200's like trying to polish a turd. Not to mention you'd have to buy new holders.

Hmm, so I should give up comfort and a boot that fits me well?

[donkers 31]

Hmm, so I should give up comfort and a boot that fits me well?

You want the Steps so you can get better ice feel, right? What I'm saying is you're not even going to notice a difference if you put them on your 200 boots. Stiffer skates doesn't mean sacrificing comfort and if you get sized right the fit will be right. And according to your other thread it sounds like your skates aren't fitting you 100% either.

[IPv6Freely 2092]

You want the Steps so you can get better ice feel, right? What I'm saying is you're not even going to notice a difference if you put them on your 200 boots. Stiffer skates doesn't mean sacrificing comfort and if you get sized right the fit will be right. And according to your other thread it sounds like your skates aren't fitting you 100% either.

Well they fit my left foot perfectly. And that's the best I've managed to find so far.

Whatever, I'll skip the step then. I thought it was better for holding an edge plus the increased height off the ice, but if neither of those things apply in a softer boot then there's no point in worrying about it.

[donkers 31]

You're not going to notice the increase in performance with better steel unless you're already a good skater. And if you want to hold an edge better do it with technique and take some power skating classes.

[IPv6Freely 2092]

You're not going to notice the increase in performance with better steel unless you're already a good skater. And if you want to hold an edge better do it with technique and take some power skating classes.

Laura Stamm is in Escondido in May. Hoping to attend :)

[donkers 31]

That class will do more good for you than any equipment purchase.

[hockeymass 11]

For sure, replacing the holders and buying Step is a ton of money to spend on skates that only cost 80 bucks to begin with.

[IPv6Freely 2092]

That class will do more good for you than any equipment purchase.

I agree - I'm just not sure if I'm a good enough skater to participate.

For sure, replacing the holders and buying Step is a ton of money to spend on skates that only cost 80 bucks to begin with.

Money is not an issue. It's not like holders and step are expensive anyway. But I see your point. I'm going to keep wearing these, and if I am able to get them so they are both comfortable (instead of just the left) then I might look at upgrading them to a higher model (I just worry that I find them so comfortable BECAUSE of the soft boot).

Or I'll just wait and try on some Makos...

[hunt3rsean 44]

I had a question regarding profiling and found this thread. While I'm not a heavy set player (exact opposite) it was the closest thread I could find to my question.

I'm 5' 11" and weigh 165lb. Skate size = 6D. I had been using Vapor X4.0 and very recently switched to the Easton RS. Obviously, there is a change in boot, runner and blade (duh). I've noticed, or I feel I've noticed, a change in my ability to take tight turns. I've never dealt with profiles before and have always used what is "stock" on the skate. However, it's to a point where it's annoying or at least something I notice. For those in the know....what is the difference in profile/pitch between the two models I've mentioned? If different; is it worthwhile to have the Easton RS blades profiled more towards what I had with the Bauer X4.0? Or is it just a mental thing?

I really like the Easton RS and feel this last minor issue should make them near perfect for me. I just have never played with hollow, pitch, or profile.

[jimmy 194]

I had a question regarding profiling and found this thread. While I'm not a heavy set player (exact opposite) it was the closest thread I could find to my question.

I'm 5' 11" and weigh 165lb. Skate size = 6D. I had been using Vapor X4.0 and very recently switched to the Easton RS. Obviously, there is a change in boot, runner and blade (duh). I've noticed, or I feel I've noticed, a change in my ability to take tight turns. I've never dealt with profiles before and have always used what is "stock" on the skate. However, it's to a point where it's annoying or at least something I notice. For those in the know....what is the difference in profile/pitch between the two models I've mentioned? If different; is it worthwhile to have the Easton RS blades profiled more towards what I had with the Bauer X4.0? Or is it just a mental thing?

I really like the Easton RS and feel this last minor issue should make them near perfect for me. I just have never played with hollow, pitch, or profile.

Both Bauer 4.0's and Easton have 9' stock radius. What happened is likely your vapor radius was shortened by skate sharpening and that's why they turned better. If you were to put brand new steel on your vapors you'd likely have the same turning issues. If your body mechanics have not adjusted after about 6 outings, you can get a 8' radius on that size runner to make it less annoying.

[hunt3rsean 44]

Okay, that makes sense. I'm coming up on around the sixth session on the Easton RS. I'll give it a couple more games and then try the 8' radius if it's still nagging me. It's not a huge huge deal but just something that has been bugging me a little. Thanks for the help!

[tuckerhockey13 3]

I'm on the same boat