Top of the line 2005 skate shootout

[duckjob 1]

I'm getting custom S500s...

I'm tempted to try KOR or the SyNergy 1300C.

nice... what exactly are you getting customized?

[JR Boucicaut 3805]

Size...two different sizes (11.5/11.75) and E width

I want spinners in place of the S500 logo...

[prenny207 1]

ccm pro tacks / nike flexlite

but it really matters to me where its made

if its in china, i aint buy it

good luck then!!!!!!

[Accord 0]

skating in Bauer 8090 and Vector Pro's right now, but I want to give the KOR skates a try. Tried them on in Vegas and really want to see how they do on the ice. I don't like a lot of the new really light stiff skates even though i end up using them, so it will be nice to try something different.

How can you skate in 8090's and Vector Pro's? They fit two completely different foot types, 8090's fit me like a glove but I can't skate in CCM's for more than 10 minutes without severe arch and metatarsel pain.

[CAB 0]

I don't know...for my fairly normal foot type (narrow heel, moderately wide forefoot, medium arch) I don't think the Vector Pro is that drastic of a difference compared to the 8090 - unlike the Pro Tacks which didn't feel good on my foot at all.

Of the skates I've tried on over the past year though, none feel as good as either the 8090s or 703s. I want to like the S series from Mission, but the forefoot area is just a little too tight/narrow for my taste (haven't tried a EE yet, but then I'm afraid the heel will have too much room)...hopefully the L series is a tad roomier as those look pretty nice.

[M-Cohen 0]

Size...two different sizes (11.5/11.75) and E width

I want spinners in place of the S500 logo...

Niceeeeeeee, you know you can get shoe spinners? i'm sure that you could find a way to but those into your skates.

[GekigangarIII 0]

I'll be honest, my V-12s fit me very well (which those of you that know me know this is no small feat), so I have absolutely no reason to buy new skates.

Having said that, I'm really dying to try out the L7s or the Synergys.

[Jim Bob 0]

If money weren't an issue, I'd probably go with the Mission L7s after the experience I've had with my PureFlys.

[Petey21 1]

Always been a CCM guy since my feet are pretty wide, so I picked the Pro Tacks. The XXX's are probably not bad either but due to the feet Bauer has never really been an option to me, although they're probably wonderful skates technically speaking.

And what's the Kor skates? Never heard of those before, is that a brand? Or is it short for something? The name just doesn't ring a bell for me.

[Justin 1933 134]

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[stickler012 0]

Graf 727 w/ LS2's, or vapor XXX's

[Chadd 916]

What is so great about the XXX verse the XX? A different liner, outsole and fade graphic? There is nothing really new about this boot...What happend to all of the people who said they would never buy a pair of XX again?

To paraphrase Nigel Tufnel

"This one has 3 X's, it's one higher."

[CAB 0]

I agree about the XXX...I think the black fade is attracting people more than actual upgrades. I guess those who liked the xx will like the new boot a little more...personally I like the initial feel and potentially more durable 8090. Can't wait to try on the L series though.

[prenny207 1]

What is so great about the XXX verse the XX? A different liner, outsole and fade graphic? There is nothing really new about this boot...What happend to all of the people who said they would never buy a pair of XX again?

is it me, or does this seem to be a major trend of the industry!!!

[Dan_The_Man_16 0]

I think I'm going to stick with my V-12's unless they fall apart, in which case I will go to CCM Pro Tacks (with a C width if possible).

[sherwood21 0]

I am thinking Great White G35's, as my dream skate..

Also the XXX interests me, obviously, but after my XX's breaking down in 3 months, I don't know if they will be.

[UMWhockey 0]

skating in Bauer 8090 and Vector Pro's right now, but I want to give the KOR skates a try.  Tried them on in Vegas and really want to see how they do on the ice.  I don't like a lot of the new really light stiff skates even though i end up using them, so it will be nice to try something different.

How can you skate in 8090's and Vector Pro's? They fit two completely different foot types, 8090's fit me like a glove but I can't skate in CCM's for more than 10 minutes without severe arch and metatarsel pain.

I got the vector pros for free, so i just use them to coach in so my feet don't smell after coaching. I like the bauer 8090 better

[Jim Bob 0]

It looks like Parise can't make up his mind:

He's wearing Synergy skates at the beginning of the game.

And he switched to his Missions later on in the game.

[mojo122 541]

It looks like Parise can't make up his mind:

Nah, he’s just emulating Heatley, who seems to switch back and forth between the SyNergy’s and the XXX’s.

[Justin 1933 134]

Or the fact that one skate is a rock and the other allows him to be a better skater.;)

[sikocycles 1]

MAybe he can only play one period in the eastons before his feet hurt

[Eazy_b97 1]

I'm surprised he had different holders on each skate, or it looked that way at least.

[goalie39 0]

I tried on the Flexlite 12, WOW, so much lighter and better fitting than the XXX IMO.

As soon as they start shipping, im picking up a pair of Nikes

[mik3 1]

It looks like Parise can't make up his mind:

He's wearing Synergy skates at the beginning of the game.

And he switched to his Missions later on in the game.

two words, photo opportunity

[mik3 1]

To paraphrase Nigel Tufnel

"This one has 3 X's, it's one higher."

So, why don't you make the XX...Better?

These skates, have THREE Xs, the Xs go to THREE