stick9 901 Report post Posted March 2, 2018 On 3/2/2018 at 7:10 AM, Sticktape said: Yes both pair had Tuuk runners, I didn’t have the steel in when I weighed them as I was able to use the same size steel steel in the True Skate.. 165 g is approx 1/3 of a pound but the comfort is worth the added weight. Read more Probably the best method when comparing weights, unless the same steel is used on both. Having 1X's myself, there is a considerable difference in weight when the runner is removed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IPv6Freely 2100 Report post Posted March 2, 2018 On 3/2/2018 at 2:43 PM, number_22 said: Recently got back into playing hockey and was in need of new skates, so I decided to go for the True's, some custom appointments on these: Looking forward to test them asap. What's the opinion, do these have to be baked, or can they be used straight out of the box? Read more They absolutely have to be baked. I’d be shocked if you could even get your foot in them without it. There’s no reason to not bake them. 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JR Boucicaut 3805 Report post Posted March 2, 2018 On 3/2/2018 at 6:23 AM, Nicholas G said: I would have merged this with the main True/VH thread but felt it was unique and as such should have its own thread. Read more People already have the skate. Those types of threads on MSH are typically done for product that hasn't hit the market yet. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
number_22 3 Report post Posted March 2, 2018 On 3/2/2018 at 3:15 PM, IPv6Freely said: They absolutely have to be baked. I’d be shocked if you could even get your foot in them without it. There’s no reason to not bake them. Read more Thanks! Interesting, I was told they don't need to be baked... Alas, I can fit them even unbaked. But I will eventually get them baked in that case. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VegasHockey 1284 Report post Posted March 2, 2018 On 3/2/2018 at 3:46 PM, number_22 said: Thanks! Interesting, I was told they don't need to be baked... Alas, I can fit them even unbaked. But I will eventually get them baked in that case. Read more That's shocking. I haven't baked mine yet and I can barely get my foot into the skate. It reminds me of the Mako II is so many ways. All of which are good. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IPv6Freely 2100 Report post Posted March 2, 2018 On 3/2/2018 at 3:46 PM, number_22 said: Thanks! Interesting, I was told they don't need to be baked... Alas, I can fit them even unbaked. But I will eventually get them baked in that case. Read more Whoever told you that was wrong. 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VegasHockey 1284 Report post Posted March 2, 2018 On 3/2/2018 at 4:33 PM, IPv6Freely said: Whoever told you that was wrong. Read more Very wrong. A little concerning. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VegasHockey 1284 Report post Posted March 2, 2018 On 3/2/2018 at 2:43 PM, number_22 said: Recently got back into playing hockey and was in need of new skates, so I decided to go for the True's, some custom appointments on these: Looking forward to test them asap. What's the opinion, do these have to be baked, or can they be used straight out of the box? Read more Interesting you went with LS holders, not LS Edge or VH/Step holders. Any reason why? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VegasHockey 1284 Report post Posted March 2, 2018 On 3/2/2018 at 3:15 PM, IPv6Freely said: They absolutely have to be baked. I’d be shocked if you could even get your foot in them without it. There’s no reason to not bake them. Read more I just noticed yours look slightly different than mine. Specifically in the heel of the skate. You can see the differences in my video and IG pics. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
number_22 3 Report post Posted March 2, 2018 On 3/2/2018 at 5:00 PM, Nicholas G said: Interesting you went with LS holders, not LS Edge or VH/Step holders. Any reason why? Read more I've heard a lot of complaints about the LS Edge from fellow players, the blades apparently often start to get kind of wobbly. I've been using Tuuk holders for many years, so I chose to go with them instead of the Step holders, even though the Steps seem to be good. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IPv6Freely 2100 Report post Posted March 2, 2018 On 3/2/2018 at 5:02 PM, Nicholas G said: I just noticed yours look slightly different than mine. Specifically in the heel of the skate. You can see the differences in my video and IG pics. Read more Mine are VH, you have True. Mine are also goalie skates :P Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VegasHockey 1284 Report post Posted March 2, 2018 On 3/2/2018 at 5:17 PM, IPv6Freely said: Mine are VH, you have True. Mine are also goalie skates :P Read more Ahhhhh. I probably should have been more observant. Gracias! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VegasHockey 1284 Report post Posted March 2, 2018 On 3/2/2018 at 5:16 PM, number_22 said: I've heard a lot of complaints about the LS Edge from fellow players, the blades apparently often start to get kind of wobbly. I've been using Tuuk holders for many years, so I chose to go with them instead of the Step holders, even though the Steps seem to be good. Read more Yeah, I am a fan of the idea of the LS Edge but also have been bit by steel popping out after blocking a shot and also the steel constantly clicking when I walk. I dont hear it on the ice. The VH/Step holders look legit though and are very similar in ways to the LS holder. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JR Boucicaut 3805 Report post Posted March 2, 2018 I already moved it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VegasHockey 1284 Report post Posted March 2, 2018 On 3/2/2018 at 11:02 PM, JR Boucicaut said: I already moved it. Read more Thanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
itslunchtime 17 Report post Posted March 3, 2018 The closest True fit center to me is a Pure Hockey outside of DC, should I go there or is it worth it to take the 4ish hour drive to West side Hockey in NYC that I hear has lots of experience with the fitting ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
215BroadStBullies610 435 Report post Posted March 3, 2018 (edited) On 3/3/2018 at 12:23 AM, itslunchtime said: The closest True fit center to me is a Pure Hockey outside of DC, should I go there or is it worth it to take the 4ish hour drive to West side Hockey in NYC that I hear has lots of experience with the fitting ? Read more I'd go to Westside if you can pull it off. I plan on going there once I'm ready to get my own pair. One guy I play pickup hockey with got his there and had nothing but good things to say about his experience. Mind you there are multiple PH/GH within an hour's drive of us here the Philadelphia area. Better safe than sorry (within reason of course). Edited March 3, 2018 by 215BroadStBullies610 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VegasHockey 1284 Report post Posted March 3, 2018 On 3/3/2018 at 12:39 AM, 215BroadStBullies610 said: I'd go to Westside if you can pull it off. I plan on going there once I'm ready to get my own pair. One guy I play pickup hockey with got his there and had nothing but good things to say about his experience. Mind you there are multiple PH/GH within an hour's drive of us here the Philadelphia area. Better safe than sorry (within reason of course). Read more I will also testify that Westside is pretty damn awesome 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sniper9 538 Report post Posted March 3, 2018 (edited) On 3/2/2018 at 5:16 PM, number_22 said: I've heard a lot of complaints about the LS Edge from fellow players, the blades apparently often start to get kind of wobbly. I've been using Tuuk holders for many years, so I chose to go with them instead of the Step holders, even though the Steps seem to be good. Read more Good on you for going with the ls2 holders. I started with the step. Then Two sets of ls edge with clicking and movement issues, so finally did what I should have done since day one and slapped on the ls2 holders. Edited March 3, 2018 by Sniper9 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VegasHockey 1284 Report post Posted March 3, 2018 (edited) I was considering ways to implement my PowerFoot with my new True skates and instead of using velcro and all of these others methods I read that others have done I figured to just attach them to the tongues. https://imgur.com/gallery/OmOOl Edited March 3, 2018 by Nicholas G 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flip12 722 Report post Posted March 3, 2018 On 3/3/2018 at 4:12 AM, Nicholas G said: I was considering ways to implement my PowerFoot with my new True skates and instead of using velcro and all of these others methods I read that others have done I figured to just attach them to the tongues. Read more Are you using the Mako/VH thin Powerfoot inserts? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shoot_the_goalie 282 Report post Posted March 4, 2018 (edited) On 3/3/2018 at 7:25 AM, flip12 said: Are you using the Mako/VH thin Powerfoot inserts? Read more For me, I found regular Powerfoots work fine. Then again, I like my toe box really snug, especially since Powerfoots eventually "pack out" Edited March 4, 2018 by shoot_the_goalie 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shoot_the_goalie 282 Report post Posted March 4, 2018 On 3/2/2018 at 6:28 AM, Nicholas G said: I have them. You can see them in my video. Read more FYI...looks like you got 2 sets of metatarsal tongues (T-Guard), as I did not see the standard tongues in your video. Let me know if you like the metatarsals and if they provide enough forward flex. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VegasHockey 1284 Report post Posted March 4, 2018 On 3/4/2018 at 3:03 AM, shoot_the_goalie said: FYI...looks like you got 2 sets of metatarsal tongues (T-Guard), as I did not see the standard tongues in your video. Let me know if you like the metatarsals and if they provide enough forward flex. Read more You are correct. I was sent two sets of metatarsal tongues instead of a regular tongue and a metatarsal. They are sending me the standard tongues. Overall, I like them but find they do slightly inhibit forward flex. However, they are not broken in yet so I guess I will be able to make a final determination after a few more skates. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VegasHockey 1284 Report post Posted March 4, 2018 On 3/4/2018 at 3:01 AM, shoot_the_goalie said: For me, I found regular Powerfoots work fine. Then again, I like my toe box really snug, especially since Powerfoots eventually "pack out" Read more Regular PowerFoot. I like my toe box to have zero space. 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
