Stewie 721 Report post Posted January 20, 2014 The ReAKT 100 helmet had me the first time I tried it on. I also love the apx2 pro glove, has a vapor 30 look to it.The lines on the cuff look very similar.I liked the Pro glove too, but for some reason I preffered the standard glove better, then again, i didnt have a stick in hand. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stljrs 5 Report post Posted January 20, 2014 Looks like Bauer is cheaping out a little. They ditched the composite outsole on the 180 and 170 and went with TPR/TPU. Looks like they ditched the 2.1 runner on the 180 also. At least they kept the 160 thermoformable. That is probably the model my son will get. Not all of us are looking for the highest skates in their line......... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JR Boucicaut 3797 Report post Posted January 20, 2014 The 180 has the same sole that's on the X70. 2.1 is dead. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
A2rhino 62 Report post Posted January 21, 2014 Will we still be able to get the 2.1 aftermarket? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
raganblink 82 Report post Posted January 21, 2014 For clarification it was mentioned that Nexus comes out in Summer.The stick line is available and launches same time as Supreme skates, Vapor gear, etc. April 17th I believe?The rest of the Nexus line (skates, protective) comes out in June. I believe the 20th is official launch.Will we still be able to get the 2.1 aftermarket?2.1 is dead - Bauer no longer produces it. It is not made in LSEdge. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ridindirty 11 Report post Posted January 21, 2014 The 180 has the same sole that's on the X70. Kinda weird, you would expect it to have a composite outsole, no? Other than that, the Supreme skate lineup looks stronger to me this year than last year (to my untrained eye). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stljrs 5 Report post Posted January 21, 2014 The 180 has the same sole that's on the X70. 2.1 is dead.Isn't that the same outsole that is on the One.6 now? Again for competitive youth hockey, all things being equal, I don't know if there is going to be a measurable difference on the ice. But it seems like a downgrade. one80, one70, one.8, one.7 all had some form of composite outsole and now neither the 170 or 180do. Seems like x80 is the best value in the line but it is really stiff and won't fit everyone. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JR Boucicaut 3797 Report post Posted January 21, 2014 It's the beveled kind - the middle is, but with the beveled edges.The 180 is a hell of a skate for $499 and should do extremely well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AIREAYE 248 Report post Posted January 21, 2014 AIREAYE I know you've been raving about the APX2 protective for a while now and Stewie you just mentioned the shoulders as well.Could either of you, or anyone for that matter elaborate as to what you like so much about them? JR mentioned they are very light - in the CCM CL range but why do you prefer them to the CL?I need shoulders now and am tempted to just grab the CLs on sale but if the APX2 are worth the wait then I will.Any feedback is appreciated, thanks.What JR said. I'm a huge find of high end gear that has NHL-spec shoulders, is streamlined and well-fitting. The APX shoulder was good; nice and streamlined, but the rest of their protective stretching back to the Vapor XXXX days I've always found stiff and hard; unyielding. That's all changed for the better for all protective pieces.Also, I recommend you wait to see the RBZ shoulders. Small changes but a big difference imo. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
A2rhino 62 Report post Posted January 21, 2014 I'm sure Step will continue to make it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stryker 37 Report post Posted January 21, 2014 I'm sure Step will continue to make it.Not for Edge holders Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DarkStar50 679 Report post Posted January 22, 2014 I skated in the Supreme MX3 at BauerWorld in October. There is a touch less volume in the skate I was using. I have been in the same size since forever and this was noticeable as I did not have on my usual skate sock. The skate felt awesome on ice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
abcd 1 Report post Posted January 22, 2014 Im really excited about the APX2 pants! Will they have after market shells for them??? Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beflar 53 Report post Posted January 22, 2014 (edited) I remember last year there being a large drop off between the Nexus 1000 stick vs the next step down the Nexus 600. I was surprised there was nothing in between.What do you think the drop off is like between this years Nexus 8000 vs the Nexus 7000? Seems closer, I see one piece vs two piece but considering it's a mid flex, probably notice it less. Thoughts? I have to explain these things to my wife when I pay 300 for a hockey stick. Edited January 22, 2014 by Beflar Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JR Boucicaut 3797 Report post Posted January 22, 2014 I skated in the Supreme MX3 at BauerWorld in October. There is a touch less volume in the skate I was using. I have been in the same size since forever and this was noticeable as I did not have on my usual skate sock. The skate felt awesome on ice.I think it's most likely due to the placement of the holes on the injected facing vs standard eyelets is where you got robbed of volume.They fit me very well with an uniform lace spread. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DarkStar50 679 Report post Posted January 22, 2014 JR, makes sense and I liked the new fit better. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KoT 2 Report post Posted January 23, 2014 Bauer has plans to release E28 clone pattern? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theWB 2 Report post Posted January 23, 2014 There are no plans as of right now to add a pure toe curve to Bauer's stick lineup but they are well aware of the growing demand. Whether they decide to bring this kind of curve to retail will most likely depend on if toe curves are just a trend/niche or if the demand is consistently there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maniacaniac 2 Report post Posted January 23, 2014 The Re-Akt 100 is more of a traditional fit; it's fitting a bit narrower than Re-Akt even though it is a bigger shell.$269.99 helmet only, $309.99 combo.Is this price point correct for the helmet? It seems a little high. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JR Boucicaut 3797 Report post Posted January 23, 2014 Yes, that is indeed the price. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
laserrobottime 149 Report post Posted January 23, 2014 (edited) Very disappointed with the styling of the Nexus skate line. Looks like I'll be close out shopping for 1000s... Edited January 23, 2014 by laserrobottime Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BrondonZA 0 Report post Posted January 26, 2014 Im looking forward to buying the apx2 protective gear its really mind blowing plus it looks good Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
andymac1324 1 Report post Posted January 26, 2014 One of the Sedins (don't ask me which one) was wearing the apx2 chestie in the NBC Sports lead-up special to the stadium series Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
goblue9280 33 Report post Posted January 27, 2014 Is this price point correct for the helmet? It seems a little high.My first thoughts as well... redesign the reakt and add $60 to the price tag. I thought it was crazy when helmets went over $200, now they're exceeding $300 a couple years later. While I applaud the companies for striving towards safer helmets, itd be nice to see them drop the prices of some of their now "older" advanced tech helmets rather than continue to increase the pricepoint at the top end. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AIREAYE 248 Report post Posted January 27, 2014 (edited) Why would they drop the price if they're selling well? That's the impression I'm getting. People are willing to spend more to get better protection and for many players, price is no longer a high concern. Parents and mens leaguers alike will often come up and straight up say they want the best protection.I don't think it's crazy at all, considering top end sticks have been $300 for years and top end skates pushing $900. People are becoming more educated regarding concussions and head safety.And JR's quote on pricing is bang-on. Edited January 27, 2014 by AIREAYE 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
