Replacing 2015 Jetspeed Skates. FT485?

[Whip 0]

Looking to replace my old Jetspeeds from 2015, I believe these are a softer boot. Would the most comparable skate in terms of stiffness be the FT485 or the FT4? 

 

Thanks!

Edited January 24, 2023 by Whip

[beedee 227]

FT485 I'd imagine would be softer since it is lower on the JetSpeed trim level totem pole. Then again, I'm no expert.

[nutters 218]

Went from OG Jetspeeds to the FT4s last year. FT4s are certainly stiffer than the JS skates were when new.

[VegasHockey 1280]

10 hours ago, Whip said:

Looking to replace my old Jetspeeds from 2015, I believe these are a softer boot. Would the most comparable skate in terms of stiffness be the FT485 or the FT4? 

Thanks!

Ribcor 90K

[Whip 0]

On 1/24/2023 at 7:07 PM, VegasHockey said:

Ribcor 90K

Had a chance to try both 80K and AS 570. Didnt like the forward flex on the Ribcor but the AS 570 felt great. Would you happen to know what the boot material is? 100% fiberglass? 

[VegasHockey 1280]

6 hours ago, Whip said:

Had a chance to try both 80K and AS 570. Didnt like the forward flex on the Ribcor but the AS 570 felt great. Would you happen to know what the boot material is? 100% fiberglass? 

Composite Fiberglass, closer to a tech mesh. 

[Whip 0]

On 2/14/2023 at 7:54 AM, VegasHockey said:

Composite Fiberglass, closer to a tech mesh. 

Would you say its worth the upgrade to the AS 580 or are they pretty close? 

[VegasHockey 1280]

On 2/15/2023 at 11:05 AM, Whip said:

Would you say its worth the upgrade to the AS 580 or are they pretty close? 

Very similar.