New Skate Recommendations

[PlanoPuckDude 0]

Hey guys, I'm looking to buy a new pair of skates and I would like to get some feedback. My current skates are a low end Bauer Supreme model which apparently are about a half size too big. They were ok to start out with, but I've been playing for nine months now in an adult rec league and it's time for a better pair.

I did try on some Vapor X:60's awhile ago only becuase there was no X:50's in my size (9.5D). I like the way they fit my feet after trying on new Supremes and Easton Stealth S12 and S17 models. I did manage to try on the new EQ40's since there were no EQ50's in my size also. I like the initial fit of the EQ40's, especially with the forward pitch.

I'm partial to either Vapor X:60 or X:50, now they are on sale and the Easton EQ40 and EQ50's. I'm also considering the Synergy EQ5's, but have not been able to try them on yet. I would appreciate any feedback in comparison with fit, durability and performance.

[trtaylor 3]

Hey guys, I'm looking to buy a new pair of skates and I would like to get some feedback. My current skates are a low end Bauer Supreme model which apparently are about a half size too big. They were ok to start out with, but I've been playing for nine months now in an adult rec league and it's time for a better pair.

I did try on some Vapor X:60's awhile ago only because there was no X:50's in my size (9.5D). I like the way they fit my feet after trying on new Supremes and Easton Stealth S12 and S17 models. I did manage to try on the new EQ40's since there were no EQ50's in my size also. I like the initial fit of the EQ40's, especially with the forward pitch.

I'm partial to either Vapor X:60 or X:50, now they are on sale and the Easton EQ40 and EQ50's. I'm also considering the Synergy EQ5's, but have not been able to try them on yet. I would appreciate any feedback in comparison with fit, durability and performance.

All you need to know has been posted here before. But, I can summarize.

First, learn how to perform a pencil test. See this thread for details: http://www.modsquadhockey.com/forums/index.php?/topic/35455-the-pencil-test/page__hl__pencil%20test__st__90

When trying on skates, wear the thinnest possible sock. Pull out the footbed and stand on it to get an idea on the length. With your heel lined up correctly, you want to see very little of the footbed extending from your toes. Put the footbed back in and step into the boot. Kick the the boot so your toes are touching the toe cap. You should only have enough room behind your heel to barely slip in (or better yet, not at all) a #2 pencil or Bic pen. Oh, and size the skates using your smallest foot.

Good luck.

[PlanoPuckDude 0]

All you need to know has been posted here before. But, I can summarize.

First, learn how to perform a pencil test. See this thread for details: http://www.modsquadhockey.com/forums/index.php?/topic/35455-the-pencil-test/page__hl__pencil%20test__st__90

When trying on skates, wear the thinnest possible sock. Pull out the footbed and stand on it to get an idea on the length. With your heel lined up correctly, you want to see very little of the footbed extending from your toes. Put the footbed back in and step into the boot. Kick the the boot so your toes are touching the toe cap. You should only have enough room behind your heel to barely slip in a #2 pencil or Bic pen. Oh, and size the skates using your smallest foot.

Good luck.

Thanks for the tips on fitting! I didn't know about those. When checking for proper length and toe cap room, should the skates be laced up or lept loose?

[Chadd 916]

You should only have enough room behind your heel to barely slip in (or better yet, not at all) a #2 pencil or Bic pen.

Ideally, you don't want any room back there.

[trtaylor 3]

Ideally, you don't want any room back there.

Ideally, yes. But, there needs to be some tolerance, too.