Need feedback

[sdcopp 1]

I need a little info on what skates have been holding up well, feeling good, etc. I'm primarily an inline player, but am looking to get some ice skates and play a little ice. I have a few options from my LHS, and was wondering where everyone's experience with some of these are. Let's assume that all the skates listed will fit me ok, what I need is a skate that holds up well, has a fairly stiff boot, and is overall quality work. My options are CCM Vector 6.0, Mission S300, Bauer 5090 (formerly 4000), Easton Synergy 700 and CCM 692. I'm currently in CCM vector inlines, so I'm leaning to the 6.0, but was wondering what feedback everyone else has. The Bauers would probably have to be EE for me, so I don't know if that changes anything

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thanks

[Accord 0]

I need a little info on what skates have been holding up well, feeling good, etc. I'm primarily an inline player, but am looking to get some ice skates and play a little ice. I have a few options from my LHS, and was wondering where everyone's experience with some of these are. Let's assume that all the skates listed will fit me ok, what I need is a skate that holds up well, has a fairly stiff boot, and is overall quality work. My options are CCM Vector 6.0, Mission S300, Bauer 5090 (formerly 4000), Easton Synergy 700 and CCM 692. I'm currently in CCM vector inlines, so I'm leaning to the 6.0, but was wondering what feedback everyone else has. The Bauers would probably have to be EE for me, so I don't know if that changes anything

:D

thanks

Go to your LHS and try all of those skates on and buy the one that fits you the best.

The skates you listed all won't fit you well, CCM's and Bauers are for two completely different foot types, if CCM skates fit you perfectly like a glove, you will not fit well into Bauers.

But to answer your question, the stiffest and most durable boot in the list you gave is probably the Synergy.

[sdcopp 1]

Those are just the options before me in the 200.00 usd range. The Bauers are at the bottom of the list. I've worn ccm and mission inlines to verying levels of success and comfort. Easton's have always been a bit low cut for my liking, but they look taller this yr. Missions have always felt good until after a few skates in them, then they go soft up top. I've heard their ice line is a bit different, but I don't want to go blindly into it. The Vector 6.0, Mission S300 and Easton will all fit fairly comfortably widthwise, but I'd like to know how quickly any of them are breaking down and becoming softer, how protective they feel, etc. as far as fit goes, that's a case by case basis that I understand all too well. I'm looking for feedback on longer term quality, not what just feels good out of the box. If need be, I may look up to the next level in each line-up, but I'd like to stay at about 200.00usd, since roller is my thing.

[seanmccann 3]

Don't forget Grafs.

[sdcopp 1]

is there really anything Graf makes in the 200.00 dollar range?

[mack 44]

Gloves and one-piece sticks

[Modo22 0]

CCM's and Bauers are for two completely different foot types, if CCM skates fit you perfectly like a glove, you will not fit well into Bauers.

Really?? is this known from an experience? Just wondering because I am seriously thinking of making that switch. I use CCM's and want to make the switch to the XX's.

Is it fair to say that this is the case in all skate brands(not just CCM and Bauer)? One company does not switch well to another...or is there a brand that CCM fits close to; for example CCM and Graf? Sorry I know I could word this better. Hope you understand.

[Eazy_b97 1]

Graf makes differen't models for different foot types. Most companies don't fit the same, some similar, but not the same. So if you find a "perfect fit" it may be difficult to switch companies.

[Modo22 0]

I know this is a dumb question, but what options are you left with if you make the switch and it turns out for the worse? Manufactures or retailers don’t have a “warranty†in that sense do they? I would not think so, but I thought I would ask. Obviously one could try to sell them here or on Ebay….

[Chadd 916]

I know this is a dumb question, but what options are you left with if you make the switch and it turns out for the worse? Manufactures or retailers don’t have a “warranty†in that sense do they? I would not think so, but I thought I would ask. Obviously one could try to sell them here or on Ebay….

Mission has a 60 day fit warranty. If the sizing is incorrect, they will send you the correct size as long as you call within 60 days. The skate must be fit and baked by your LHS, so you can't get them online and have the warranty.

Someone mentioned CCM has a money-back offer this year on pro tacks too.

[sdcopp 1]

Unfortunately, no warranty in that sense. That's part of the reason I'm looking at multiple options, such as Easton, CCM and Mission. Bauers have always tended to be more for narrow feet, whereas CCM has always made a skate more geared to wider feet. Graf makes something for everyone, but is usually a bit pricier. Mission is starting ( at least in inlines) to make their boots a bit wider. Eastons have ran wide historically too. Before Vapors and Externos/Vectors, the offerings mainstream were CCM Tacks and Bauer Supreme. From what I understand, the Supreme line up has become wider since the introduction of the Vapor line, however the D width still kills my feet. Back to my original post though, if offered the chance to have Mission S300, CCM Vector 6.0 or Easton Synergy 700, which is going to be the stiffest, most durable skate that people have had actual experience with, first-hand or second-hand from friends/teammates? As I stated earlier, fit is not a huge issue with those three, especially in the age of skate-baking

[sdcopp 1]

I know this is a dumb question, but what options are you left with if you make the switch and it turns out for the worse?  Manufactures or retailers don’t have a “warranty† in that sense do they?  I would not think so, but I thought I would ask.  Obviously one could try to sell them here or on Ebay….

Mission has a 60 day fit warranty. If the sizing is incorrect, they will send you the correct size as long as you call within 60 days. The skate must be fit and baked by your LHS, so you can't get them online and have the warranty.

Someone mentioned CCM has a money-back offer this year on pro tacks too.

Unfortunately, it doesn't help if they're just the plain wrong type for your feet. Correct sizing and baking can help alleviate this, but it's no substitute for getting a pair that just fit your style and needs

[Chadd 916]

I know this is a dumb question, but what options are you left with if you make the switch and it turns out for the worse?  Manufactures or retailers don’t have a “warranty† in that sense do they?  I would not think so, but I thought I would ask.  Obviously one could try to sell them here or on Ebay….

Mission has a 60 day fit warranty. If the sizing is incorrect, they will send you the correct size as long as you call within 60 days. The skate must be fit and baked by your LHS, so you can't get them online and have the warranty.

Someone mentioned CCM has a money-back offer this year on pro tacks too.

Unfortunately, it doesn't help if they're just the plain wrong type for your feet. Correct sizing and baking can help alleviate this, but it's no substitute for getting a pair that just fit your style and needs

I agree with you. However, having them closer is better than nothing.

[mik3 1]

In my opinion, if you go to a shop and get fitted....and still end up with the wrong type of skate for your foot...a lot of that is on you. I know skates don't feel the same on the ice as they do in a store, but you can tell if it's just the wrong type for your foot. A size up or a size down is another thing though.