JR Boucicaut 3793 Report post Posted May 3, 2015 http://modsquadhockey.com/forums/index.php/files/file/193-2015-easton-hockey-catalogue/Sticks - Last season, Easton rebooted the Synergy line. This year, Stealth is finally back. Starting with the CX, which is using the original Stealth process to marry the shaft and blade - the shaft goes further down into the blade, with zero overlap of materials. (I examined a CX that the taper/blade was dissected and it's extremely clean.) The blade also offers their Exo-Rim technology, which is essentially a bumper that runs along the edge of the blade, adding strength while resisting blade splitting. Also features a stiffened toe, which has been standard on the past two generations of Easton sticks.One feature that is a first for Easton is 12k spread tow carbon fiber on their top-end stick. They are also using a new resin. Available in 4 different colors, when the stick debuts, there will be a 60-day warranty on it.You're getting slightly down-spec'd carbon fiber on the CXT, then on the CX ST, you're getting their EC80 carbon fiber and micro-bladder construction process.No change on the Synergy side.Skates - no changes. Expect a new skate next year.Gloves - 3 families now, with Stealth, Pro and Synergy, with 3 types of fits. The Stealth glove is their Natural fit and features their Connex palm; single layer of their Tactik microsuede palm, that is enhanced by their Venta laminate, which is a polyurethane layer that's fused to the palm in areas that get the most abrasion. It's also perforated for ventilation. The CX glove also has their Bio-Dri Zero liner, that gives a cooling feeling as well as wick moisture away. 3-piece fingers and Ergo thumb as well.The Pro series also has been redone, with 2 gloves - Pro 10 and Pro 7. Volume fit, with a 2-layer palm and grip overlay. Protective - 3 families here too - Stealth, Pro and Synergy. Starting with Stealth, the theme here is low profile and lightweight. Starting with the CX shoulder pads, you're getting exposed Hyperlite foam in the chest, and molded HDPE in the sternum area. The caps have their Dual Shox foam, which has a higher density foam on the outer layer to disperse impact, but lower density foam on the inner layer to cushion. The torso, sternum and spine are all ventilated. On the elbow pads, it's a 2-piece design with an EVA covered cap, but the bicep and forearm has molded Hyperlite foam. The shin pad tends to fall in between the Pro and Synergy by having a mid-volume fit. Vented knee cap, wide calf strap with a wrap-around lock strap, and Hyperlite foam calf wing.On the Pro series, you're seeing a lot of segmentation and HD foam - typically what you see in a lot of pro-style pads. The caps are NHL-spec, with dual density foam in the torso, sternum and spine. Perforated jacket as well for ventilation, and a rib wrap for additional protection.The elbow pads are a 3-piece design, with an EVA foam covered cap, and a y-shaped strap to lock it down. The shin pad features quite a bit protection in the knee - very thick in the liner. No vents on the pads anywhere, but the calf-wing is perforated. Very wide calf strap.On the pants side, with the Stealth, which is forward-canted, the kidney and hip pads are molded Hyperlite foam and the spine pad is designed to stay on the body while moving. Has a 2-way belt. The shell is a nylon/mesh mix that allows for ventilation. On the Pro side, your typical pro cut, but carries over a few of the features from the Stealth pant, albeit HD foam. The shell is similar, but uses 600D nylon for better wear characteristics. The pant is also adjustable for length - you can drop it 1" or 2". Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the iceman 132 Report post Posted May 3, 2015 Does Easton still plan on being in the helmet business? I know that there was a new helmet in this year's catalog and you (JR) mentioned in another post that it will not be releasing this year. Thanks. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JR Boucicaut 3793 Report post Posted May 3, 2015 Which is why the Synergy 380 helmet was taken out of the 2015 catalogue.It's been pushed back to 2016. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AIREAYE 248 Report post Posted May 3, 2015 What's this Mako M7 skate? Downspec'd M8 with less heat moldability and a softer build? Anyone know the price point for it?JR, do you know if next year's skate will be a Mako or a Stealth? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EBondo 232 Report post Posted May 3, 2015 What's this Mako M7 skate? Downspec'd M8 with less heat moldability and a softer build? Anyone know the price point for it?JR, do you know if next year's skate will be a Mako or a Stealth?It'll be at the $300 price point. Mako is gone after this year. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IPv6Freely 2092 Report post Posted May 3, 2015 It'll be at the $300 price point. Mako is gone after this year.Ho-ho-hold tha feck up. Mako gone? Like completely? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EBondo 232 Report post Posted May 3, 2015 (edited) Ho-ho-hold tha feck up. Mako gone? Like completely?New skate could be same fit/tech, but it won't be a Mako. At least that's what I gathered from the Easton PK session.Sounds like they want to keep everything as a Synergy, Stealth and Pro line going forward Edited May 3, 2015 by EBondo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jeffg 13 Report post Posted May 3, 2015 so if I read the chart correctly no E4 curve except on HTX and CX ? Easton doing away with the E4 curve? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AIREAYE 248 Report post Posted May 3, 2015 It'll be at the $300 price point. Mako is gone after this year.I'm considering the Mako 2 skate. If this new 2016 skate is the next generation of that style, I would be very intrigued, even if it were called Synergy. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JGraz15 53 Report post Posted May 4, 2015 Is Easton out of the shaft business? Are their remaining helmets from 2014 carrying over? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
goaliemanshark 6 Report post Posted May 4, 2015 When's the CX slated for release? Can't wait to try one! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IPv6Freely 2092 Report post Posted May 4, 2015 I'm considering the Mako 2 skate. If this new 2016 skate is the next generation of that style, I would be very intrigued, even if it were called Synergy.Indeed. I don't care what they call it as long as they keep the skate. Is Easton out of the shaft business?Pretty much everyone is going that way. There's just no good reason to make them anymore. The demand is minuscule these days. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JR Boucicaut 3793 Report post Posted May 4, 2015 Ho-ho-hold tha feck up. Mako gone? Like completely?Name's gone. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EBondo 232 Report post Posted May 4, 2015 When's the CX slated for release? Can't wait to try one!June 19th. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mjpisat 36 Report post Posted May 4, 2015 What does booking only mean for cx colors? Will I be able to get a chrome color cx at my local retailer or will it be a special order? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chippa13 1844 Report post Posted May 4, 2015 Booking orders are generally larger orders placed for upcoming future releases of equipment. Chains and stores that place booking orders get first priority on the equipment ordered over regular orders placed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mjpisat 36 Report post Posted May 4, 2015 So it's possible my local TH or HG may have it in chrome? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SCATMAN 33 Report post Posted May 6, 2015 The Pro10 Protective looks pretty good and I'm happy to see the E6 curve back on retail offering. I'm keen to see the elbows and shins, I'll also grab a E6 when my E5 breaks. Pity that the new CX sticks come with limited curve choices though so I'll need to get a CXT or CX ST.. Whats up with that?Actually some curves are only available on certain sticks and the blade chart in the catalogue is incomplete.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stewie 721 Report post Posted May 6, 2015 liking how this catalogue and their releases are shaping up for this year. Will definitely give the CX and the model under a good look when it releases. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AIREAYE 248 Report post Posted May 6, 2015 Their Stealth stick lineup is a bit weird. Why have both the CXT and CX ST? Why even have the ST at all? Too many price-points perhaps... 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ntwusc 62 Report post Posted May 12, 2015 Has anyone seen the new Synergy HSG girdle in person? I'm wondering how it compares to the Warrior Dynasty girdle. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flip12 712 Report post Posted May 20, 2015 (edited) Comparing the Mako Skates from II to M8 and M7 the "Carbon XXX" number decreases, from Carbon 100 to C- 80 and C- 50. Is this the carbon fiber to fiberglas (or some similar material) ratio? Edited May 20, 2015 by flip12 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Topdog 0 Report post Posted May 25, 2015 How many colors are their that have been made for the cx Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AIREAYE 248 Report post Posted June 12, 2015 Anyone have a chance to go over the stick line yet? Some stores have them all out on the floor.The CX feels...clunky. Not terrible, but not as well balanced as I've come to expect from top-end sticks. Not really blade-heavy as much as it is lower half heavy.The CXT felt terrible, even worse balance.The 7.0 at $100 feels like a winner; fantastically balanced.I didn't shoot/stick-handle with any of them, but I've heard mixed reviews about those aspects as well. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
craypas71 0 Report post Posted August 21, 2015 Name's goneIf name will be gone, does it mean that either the STEALTH or SYNERGY skate lines will inherit the structure of the MAKO skates? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
