Fit difference when upgrading Reebok skates?

[Meatman13 0]

Hey, new member here. I'm getting kind of sick of my skates, just because they are a few years old, but they also just seem heavier compared to everything, even lower end stuff that's out there, and had a specific question for any Reebok owners out there.

I have a pair of RBK 5k Pumps from 2008, think they were from the 2007-2008 season because they were on sale in April. They are an 8.5D and I tried that on in a new model, but it seemed tight because of the way Reebok has changed the heel of the boot. In my skates, there is no existing ankle padding to lock your heel in, that was the pump's purpose. When I put my foot into a new model, it seemed like I couldn't get my foot all the way back, and all the air was let out just to make sure, so my toe was bumping into the toe cap more than in my current skates.

What I'm asking is, has anyone upgraded from an older pair of Reeboks to a newer pair, and had to increase size because they kinda changed the boot fit? I haven't tried on skates since I first bought my pair, and when I did the other day it seemed like nothing wanted to fit my feet. They've got life left in them, so maybe I'll stick with em until they completely break down.

Also, side question: Bauer Supremes seemed to fit me well, but they were so stiff. Anyone skate in those and absolutely love them above all other skates? That'd probably be the only jump I made if I did switch companies.

Thanks!

[mfd1068 0]

I have Reebok 11K's. This is my first pair of Reebok's so I can't comment on moving to a newer model but I will say that I think they fit great! I get excellent heel lock without using the pump. I bought Bauer Vapor x60's and I felt they were to stiff and also always felt on my heels even with profiling and lifts. Perhaps you just don't fit a Reebok well.Try different brands to see if you get a better fit. Good luck.

[Yinzer57 0]

"Also, side question: Bauer Supremes seemed to fit me well, but they were so stiff. Anyone skate in those and absolutely love them above all other skates? That'd probably be the only jump I made if I did switch companies."

I was going to go with the Reebok 11k's, but was apprehensive until they had some actual ice time"6mos" or so. I was away from the game for 11years and when I moved to Phoenix(from Pittsburgh), as most players in normal temperate zones I kept my hockey equipment in my garage- not a good idea for the Bauer Supreme 7000s I had for less than a year when I quit, considering garages out here get to about 150 degreesF in the summer months. When I met a guy from LA who pulled me back into the game, my skates were through, I had to take 1 to 2 weeks off due to a hole that kept getting carved into my ankle that the completely reset and no longer formable padding there.

I initially bought the Supreme 60s as they were still pretty affordable and I had no idea I would get hooked as bad as I currently am since I was 14 and playing. The supreme 60s were exactly what was described, a recreational skate, my old 7000s which spent many a day under a punch tool, or getting reshaped to fit my foot(sorry, was in college working at a LHS, so no custom options were in my pay grade at the time), were very stiff and supportive for the circa 1999-2000 they were produced. I learned to depend on a stiff sidewall in turns and hard stops with them; mind you, I laced them snug at best in my D2 college club days.

I digress, I still have family and a friend involved with D1 hockey and they, as with Peranis in Dallas, steered me away from the 11k's as many a minor leage player that they dealt with or still talk to had boot failures in the 11k. The guy who was coincidentally in Peranis while I was there was on something like his 6th pair. They all seem to break down at their flex point, which may be the problem. I tried the U+Cl skates from CCM and had no luck, my foot just did not fit well, so I tried the Bauer 100s in a EE and they were honestly like running shoes in terms of comfort. They are very stiff(which I like) but you can lace them down a notch or just not so tight to get the flex you need IMO.

They are truly a great skate, I am 6'2" and 240lbs, I play in a C league as with a A league players at many of the PD and Fire tournaments I attend for a traveling charity team. I know many people have opinions here, but I am under the mindset that if it fits well, then all else can be adjusted to suite your skating.

In any event, just do the research on the 11ks and ensure they have no problems as they have been out now for quite a while. The boot breakdown may have gotten addressed, or was just apparent to those that play on a very high level several times a week. I am not one for any logo, or brand- I honestly tried the CCMs because they reminded me of my old super tacks I had growing up and they were made in Canada, which was pretty respectable even for the American I am. They are a very fine skate, just did not fit my foot profile on the ice when skating hard.

So, i went with the One 100s as the boot was similar to the One 60s I had, but far better built with little chance of breaking down. All these new space aged materials have their own shortcomings, but the Bauer 100s have served me well for over a year with no signs of breaking down. As I said before, they are stiff and I feel the only thing that breaks in on them is the felt tongue, the boot is composite, so that just is not happening there.

I love them and you really can adjust your lace tensioning or step it down a loop or two to get the desired forward flex you want. It sounds like they fit you well, so if you give them a try I am sure that you will not be disappointed and become a huge fan of the One 100 line (as many are). They are amazing in terms of performance, but may take just a skate or two to get used to. I honestly tried mine for the first time in a Vegas tourney and was pretty impressed with my solid skating there. It was not untill my wife told me that she noticed a makedly improvement in my game and that she was impressed, that I knew that these were finally the skate for me. So, if they fit the best you will adapt and learn to use them to your advantage on the ice. I love them and can not wait to buy another pair at a huge discount when Bauer comes out with the next latest and greatest line in the future and these are steeply discounted. These honestly will be the last skate I own as I do not need anything else that these skates do not provide in terms of performance. Sorry so long winded, but I hope this helps!

[Meatman13 0]

Thanks for the great description, I really appreciate it. I may have to try on the Supremes one more time just to make sure, but I think I might make the jump. I didn't have any serious breakdowns with my Reeboks, but the stitching in both tongues was very poor and came apart in multiple locations. I love the skates, and finally have them feeling right in terms of flex and tightness when lacing, so I'd hate to switch now, but for some reason another pair is calling my name, I just don't know which one yet.

I'm also sort of big, but just in weight, 5'8" and 200 lbs, working on leaning out a little more. Maybe the stiffer the boot means the more energy I can transfer throughout my leg to get a more efficient stride? I don't really get how all the mechanics work, but I'm probably losing some energy with my current skates.

When you originally bought your 60s, were they from a few years ago, and then you just bought current 100s? Or are they both from the most recent line? I probably won't go top or close to top of the line, but am still deciding between the current one60 and one70. Thinking maybe one70 once the prices come down. I'm playing college D3, so don't wanna blow too much money right now.

[vrsixin 1]

I have worn reebok's for the last 6 years and every year i am the same size in the reebok skate. the models i have used are the 1st gen 8k's, 1st gen 9k's, 2nd gen 9k's and the 11k. There is a quaility improvement when you jump from one year or model to the next one. The worst skate is the 2nd gen 9k pump it went down in quality and durability form the 1st gen. The reeboks are a solid skate and are comfy out of the box, but do soften up over time and the skate loses it stiffness. I have not had any major defects and all and have recently switched to the CCM Cl skates as the fit is unbelievable.