tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2532109317440750562023-11-15T23:14:42.151-08:00Hockey Skate ReviewsUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger41125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-253210931744075056.post-37941753094004080762012-12-27T11:58:00.002-08:002012-12-27T11:58:39.331-08:00Clear Hockey Ankle Guards<h1>
Clear Hockey Ankle Guards</h1>
<b>Skate Fenders</b> are injection molded clear ankle guards made of high grade, light weight, impact resistant polycarbonates and are designed to protect the feet of hockey players from pucks, sticks and most other on-ice mayhem.<br />
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<b>Skate Fenders </b>continue to provide protection that is:
Effective in reducing painful, debilitating impact injuries
Convenient for players to put on and take off
Affordable for players at all levels.<br />
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Skate Fender Ankle Guards are currently available in three models:<br />
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<li>The very successful Standard model which has been proven effective at the NHL level and all other levels of play but will be discontinued as soon as inventory is depleted.</li>
<li>The Full Pro model is molded in an even higher grade polycarbonate that is slightly lighter, stronger in all categories, a bit more flexible and provides even more impact energy dissipation.</li>
<li>The Compact Pro model for players who prefer not to wear the full coverage model but desire coverage to the vulnerable ankle and instep areas.</li>
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All clear hockey ankle guards from Skate Fenders are available in two sizes that fit most adult boot sizes and styles.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-253210931744075056.post-12413399779661147012012-01-29T15:22:00.000-08:002012-01-29T15:22:02.745-08:00Bauer Vapor X 7.0 LE Hockey Skate Review<h1>Bauer Vapor X 7.0 LE Hockey Skate Review</h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img.inlinewarehouse.com/blog/x7.0LE.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear:right; float:right; margin-left:1em; margin-bottom:1em"><img border="0" height="450" width="337" src="http://img.inlinewarehouse.com/blog/x7.0LE.jpg" /></a></div><br />
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The Bauer X7.0 LE Skates will have the exact same design and features as the standard Bauer 7.0 ice skate. Which is basically the same skate as the Bauer Vapor X60 skate. Due to the huge success of the X60 ice skates Bauer wanted to ensure they had a skate in their line for those players that fell in love with the X60 and just want to replace that skates. So they kept the exact same design and applied the updated X-rib construction to basically offer the same skate again for the 2011/2012 season. The Vapor X 7.0 skate features the ultra light weight tech mesh quarter material, and dense durable liner featured on the X60 skate.<br />
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The Bauer Vapor X 7.0 ice skate is available at <a href="http://www.icewarehouse.com/">IceWarehouse.com</a>.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-253210931744075056.post-40656292267232859962011-12-28T12:35:00.000-08:002012-01-28T20:39:47.990-08:00Bauer Supreme ONE60 LE 2011 Skate Review<h1>Bauer ONE60 LE 2011 Skate Review</h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY9sCOTw8dyprKutZIau9G733oOTCz5C1onwNQVMvgI92_Wy-AHheRylW4Zfu93A4owoNnMxBNvhu7WyEq_koyxD8AtKuNE-W3Shr8zVM5z8e7wTiYSA2kcgzhTNiNYokjnb9PSpfmkxE/s1600/bauer_one60_skates.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY9sCOTw8dyprKutZIau9G733oOTCz5C1onwNQVMvgI92_Wy-AHheRylW4Zfu93A4owoNnMxBNvhu7WyEq_koyxD8AtKuNE-W3Shr8zVM5z8e7wTiYSA2kcgzhTNiNYokjnb9PSpfmkxE/s320/bauer_one60_skates.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>The Bauer Supreme ONE60 LE 2011 skate is essentially the Bauer ONE60 with with blcak on black graphics like the <a href="http://www.hockey-skate-reviews.com/2010/08/bauer-supreme-one100-le-limited-edition.html">ONE100 LE</a>. <br />
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This is a great mid-priced skate with many of the features and much of the performance of Bauer's top-of-the-line skates without the sticker-shock.<br />
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These skate offer more than adequate support and performance for recreation to intermediate level of play.<br />
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Bauer has used a 3D Trueform PU material in the quarter panel of the one60 skates. This offers a good level of support, with good durability and a clean look. This boot design still offers the great molding properties similar to the rest of the Bauer Supreme line. The Microfiber liner helps control moisture for a better fitting skate.<br />
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Here's a quick look at the 2011 ONE60 LE, the technical review on the ONE60 is below. <br />
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<h2>Bauer ONE60 LE 2011 Features:</h2><div><ul><span style="font-size: small;">
<li>Quarter Package: 3D Trueform PU upper</li>
<li>Liner: <ul><li>Microfiber</li>
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<li>Heel Support: <ul><li>Exterior embossed heel cup</li>
</ul></li>
<li>Ankle Padding: <ul><li>Lightweight Anaform Fit foam ankle pads</li>
</ul></li>
<li>Tongue Construction: 40 oz. 2-piece felt with metatarsal guard <ul><li>Traditional feel that offers additional lace bite protection</li>
</ul></li>
<li>Footbed: <ul><li>Molded with integrated heel support</li>
</ul></li>
<li>Outsole: Lightweight, Pro-8 dual density beveled TPU</li>
<li>Blade Holder and Runner:<br />
<ul><li>Tuuk Lightspeed 2 </li>
<li>Tuuk super stainless steel runner</li>
</ul></li>
<li>Level of Player: Ideal for the recreational to intermediate level player</li>
<li>Weight of a Size 9D Skate: 863 grams</li>
<li>Sizing Guidelines: Bauer skates generally fit 1 1/2 sizes down from your regular shoe size</li>
<li>Fit: General fit aspects of the Supreme boot are medium-high volume, medium ankle area, medium across top of foot and forefoot and medium toe box.</li>
<li>Sizes: Senior 6-12 in D or EE widths</li>
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A company called <a href="http://www.revolhockey.com/index.htm">Revol Hockey</a> makes a great portable hand-held skate sharpener called the Raptor.<br />
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The Raptor uses ultra hard ceramics that renew your edges by straightening the small burr that was created by using your skates. This produces a new sharp skate edge in much the same way as self-sharpening knives. All you need is two strokes down your blade to sharpen your skates. <br />
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<b>Related stories:</b><br />
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<blockquote><a href="http://www.hockey-skate-reviews.com/2010/01/goalie-skate-sharpening-techniques.html">Goalie Skate Sharpening</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.hockey-skate-reviews.com/2010/01/flat-bottom-v-fbv-skate-sharpening.html">Flat Bottom V - Hockey Skate Sharpening</a></blockquote>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-253210931744075056.post-11236102347779356202011-01-03T19:46:00.000-08:002011-01-03T19:49:58.379-08:00Goalie Skate Sharpening Techniques<h1>Goalie Skate Sharpening Techniques</h1>Kevin Woodley at <a href="http://ingoalmag.com/" target="_blank">Ingoalmag.com</a> recently wrote a great article called:<br />
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<b>Head to toe, equipment a part of Tim Thomas success</b><br />
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In the article Kevin talks about Tim's goalie skate sharpening techniques:<br />
<blockquote>Starting with the bottom, the skates are key to the quickness that has always been key to Thomas’s success. As much as he has added proper leg recoveries and backside butterfly pushes to his arsenal during the last five years (more on that in the above-mentioned article on technique), Thomas recovers to his skates more than anyone in the game not named Brodeur before moving after a save – and usually quicker.<br />
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Generating the precision behind these movements – and the power behind pushes that follow, whether into a sprawling headfirst dive like the Save of the Year candidate that earned him this week’s 3 Star nod, or a smooth butterfly slide – are the skates, which Thomas says are custom profiled to a 28-foot radius.<br />
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“My hollow is 5/16,” Thomas wrote in an email to InGoal shortly after the game in Toronto on Saturday night. “That’s pretty deep but a lot of NHL goalies are using deeper hollows nowadays. We need it for the big pushes cross crease. I get them sharpened when I have to. I lose edges when hitting the post or sometimes from the sticks of the other team or occasionally my own teammates. Carbon sticks can take an edge off a skate pretty easily. If it’s just an outside edge I usually don’t get them sharpened.”<br />
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That’s because even Thomas, for all his wild scrambling, is just like all other goalies in that he only needs that inside edge to push around the ice. And just like all other goalies, he needs to see where he’s going, even if nobody else can sometimes figure out how he’s going to get there. But unlike most other goalies, Thomas played an active role in making sure he can see.<br />
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Add that to some pretty impressive feet with some incredibly sharp edges, and there are two more reasons why Thomas is once again the best goaltender in the NHL, and poised to add another Vezina Trophy to the one he won two years ago.</blockquote><br />
Read the full article at:<a href="http://ingoalmag.com/news/head-to-toe-equipment-a-part-of-tim-thomas-success/" target="_blank"> Head to toe, equipment a part of Tim Thomas success</a><br />
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<b>Related stories:</b><br />
<blockquote><a href="http://www.hockey-skate-reviews.com/2010/01/goalie-skate-sharpening-techniques.html">Goalie Skate Sharpening</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.hockey-skate-reviews.com/2010/01/flat-bottom-v-fbv-skate-sharpening.html">Flat Bottom V - Hockey Skate Sharpening</a></blockquote>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-253210931744075056.post-64764700060888878332011-01-01T15:23:00.000-08:002011-01-01T15:23:08.632-08:00Bauer One60 Goalie Skate Review<h1>Bauer One60 Goalie Skate Review</h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.bauer.com/cms-media/10/02/8425-BAUER-live-main-default-imagedata.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="237" src="http://www.bauer.com/cms-media/10/02/8425-BAUER-live-main-default-imagedata.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />
The Bauer One60 is their most affordable goalie skate in the Bauer Supreme line. You`ll find many of the same features as the more expensive ONE80 and the ONE100 Pro. The One60 is a great skate if your just starting out in goal, or if you play both out and in goal.<br />
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<h2>Bauer supreme One60 Features</h2><ul><li>Redesigned lightweight performance cowling</li>
<li>Extended 40oz tongue</li>
<li>Flex heel tendon collar</li>
<li>Vent Ports for airflow</li>
<li>4mm removable stainless steel runner</li>
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<b>Sizes:</b><br />
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Senior 6-12.5, full only; D, EE widths<br />
Junior 1-5.5, full only; D, EE widths<br />
Youth 13, D widthUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-253210931744075056.post-12188235476243365382010-12-03T18:51:00.000-08:002010-12-03T18:51:20.752-08:00Reebok RBK 7K Pump Skate Review<h1>Reebok RBK 7K Pump Hockey Skate</h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img.inlinewarehouse.com/big/SK7KPW-big.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://img.inlinewarehouse.com/big/SK7KPW-big.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />
The Reebok RBK 7K Pump Skate is a cool looking black & white skate at half the price of the Reebok 11K.<br />
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Avaialble in the standard black trim, or white trim (pictured to the right) The RBK 7K Pump has most of the same features of the RBK 11K.<br />
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The pump was redesigned this year so it doesn't stick out as far and locks your heel down more securely. It's a nice feel with the 7 ounce felt tongue.<br />
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The RBK 7K Pump Skate has the lace lock that allows you to lock of the laces at the ankle, then lace your upper ankle independently from the lower part of your foot. The lace bite guard in the center of the tongue is a nice feature as well.<br />
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The 10" steel blade has small sections of the blade removed to decrease the weight and add more flex in the blade which makes it easier to skate faster.<br />
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The Bauer Experience tour allows you to try out the latest Bauer gear on ice – for free, including TotalONE skates and Vapour X:60 skates.<br />
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Bauer Experience events will also have giveaways, contests for prizes, and product education from our Experience tour reps.<br />
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All you have to do is show up prepared to hit the ice and we'll take care of the rest. Check out the <a href="http://www.bauer.com/experience">Bauer Experience Page</a> for all information including all the stops the tour will be making. Below are a few FAQ's about the event. Hope to see at the rink soon!<br />
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In order to try out the BAUER equipment on ice, you need to have skates, gloves and a helmet. No exceptions. We will have these products for you to use, but you should bring your own gear to ensure you can take the ice in case some of the gear is being used.<br />
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Here's a list of other Bauer equipment we'll have on hand for you to try out:<br />
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-<a href="http://www.hockey-skate-reviews.com/2010/02/bauer-totalone-skate-review.html">TotalONE Skates</a><br />
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-TotalONE Sticks<br />
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-<a href="http://www.hockey-skate-reviews.com/2009/04/bauer-vapor-x60-skate-review.html">Vapor X:60 Skates</a><br />
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-Vapor X:60 Sticks<br />
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-9900 Helmets<br />
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-4-Roll Pro Gloves<br />
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-Vapor X:60 GlovesUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-253210931744075056.post-31840404493715073362010-08-16T21:44:00.000-07:002011-01-04T17:42:01.947-08:00Bauer Supreme One100 LE 2011 Review<h1>Bauer One100 LE 2011 Review</h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://img.inlinewarehouse.com/img/backinblack.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://img.inlinewarehouse.com/img/backinblack.jpg" width="242" /></a></div>New for 2011 Bauer has released the limited edition (LE) version of the <a href="http://www.hockey-skate-reviews.com/2010/06/bauer-supreme-one100-review.html">Supreme ONE100</a> and ONE60 ice skates. <b> The LE Supreme skates </b>feature a cool black on black look, complete with custom Black Tuuk holders. The Supreme ONE 100 LE skate also features a retro tan colored Clarino liner. All other specs on both models will be identical to the current models.<br />
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The Supreme ONE100 LE offers a customizable fit, with lightweight performance improving technology. The uppers of the ONE100 LE skate offers Bauer’s thermoformable ALIVE composite material offering a true custom 360° fit. The ALIVE uppers will form ideally around a medium to wide foot providing a custom fit that will reduce negative space in the boot, improving the player’s fit and ultimately performance on the ice.<br />
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<b>Quarter Package: 3D Anaformable ALIVE composite upper</b><br />
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<ul><li>Provides a more comfortable and responsive skate</li>
<li>Thermoformable design allows a true 360° custom fit for any foot shape</li>
</ul><b>Liner: </b><br />
<ul><li>Hydrophobic Clarino synthetic leather liner</li>
</ul><b>Heel Support: </b><br />
<ul><li>Exterior 3D injected heel cup</li>
<li>Lightweight Anaform Fit foam ankle pads</li>
</ul><b>Tongue Construction: </b><br />
<ul><li>52 oz. 2-piece felt with high-density metatarsal guard</li>
<li>Traditional feel that offers additional lace bite protection</li>
</ul><b>Footbed: </b><br />
<ul><li>Superfit+ with stabilizer grip, ALIVE composite inserts</li>
<li>Outsole: Lightweight full Texalium composite</li>
</ul><b>Blade Holder and Runner:</b><br />
<ul><li>Tuuk Lightspeed 2 </li>
<li>LS2.1 Power stainless steel runner</li>
</ul><br />
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This new skate from Bauer offers a lot of similar features to last years ONE95 as well as this year's TOTALOne skate.<br />
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This is an awesome skate. You get the look and performance of the TOTALOne and save yourself around $200. The major difference between the One100 and the TOTALOne is the tradtional tongue, as opposed to the TOTALOne's customizable Reflex Tongue and the LS2.1 Power-steel runner as opposed to the TOTALOne's fusion hybrid metal. Last year this was only seen on the one95. This is a slightly longer steel to offer superior glide in each stride.<br />
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The Supreme one100 offers a customizable fit, with lightweight performance improving technology. The uppers of the ONE100 skate offers Bauer’s thermoformable ALIVE composite material offering a true custom 360° fit. The ALIVE uppers will form ideally around a medium to wide foot providing a custom fit that will reduce negative space in the boot, improving the player’s fit and ultimately performance on the ice.<br />
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<b>Quarter Package: 3D Anaformable ALIVE composite upper</b><br />
<ul><li>Provides a more comfortable and responsive skate</li>
<li>Thermoformable design allows a true 360° custom fit for any foot shape</li>
</ul><b>Liner: </b><br />
<ul><li>Hydrophobic Clarino synthetic leather liner</li>
</ul><b>Heel Support: </b><br />
<ul><li>Exterior 3D injected heel cup</li>
<li>Lightweight Anaform Fit foam ankle pads</li>
</ul><b>Tongue Construction: </b><br />
<ul><li>52 oz. 2-piece felt with high-density metatarsal guard</li>
<li>Traditional feel that offers additional lace bite protection</li>
</ul><b>Footbed: </b><br />
<ul><li>Superfit+ with stabilizer grip, ALIVE composite inserts</li>
<li>Outsole: Lightweight full Texalium composite</li>
</ul><b>Blade Holder and Runner:</b><br />
<ul><li>Tuuk Lightspeed 2 </li>
<li>LS2.1 Power stainless steel runner</li>
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So Weber put his feet up on the desk, his hands behind his head, and thought, "God, you'd just about have to kill me for me to change my life."<br />
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Seconds later, a chunk of concrete fell from the ceiling, which was being remodeled. It severed the hotel's main gas line, just 20 feet from Weber's desk. Natural gas hissed out of the punctured 1-inch steel line near two flame-shooting boilers.<br />
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Firefighters said it was pure luck the hotel didn't explode. For Weber, that second chance was a catalyst to follow a dream hatched in childhood.<br />
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<b>Inspired by Spud Gun</b><br />
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A few years before the hotel incident, Weber had an idea that stemmed from another accident. Painful, but not nearly as dangerous. It was a cold February day at his parents' house in Calgary. He stepped into his shoes, which had been sitting on a heat vent, and walked out onto the icy stairs to get the evening newspaper. His warm shoes melted the ice and sent him reeling onto his rear end.<br />
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The same thermodynamics class that eventually landed him the boiler room job made Weber ponder the effect his heated shoes had on the ice. Like most men in Canada, Weber had grown up with a stick and a puck and a number of idols in the NHL. As Weber nursed his aching back, the idea struck him: What would happen if hockey players could skate on heated blades?<br />
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More at: <a href="http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/otl/news/story?id=5182060"><i>The Thermablade Story </i></a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-253210931744075056.post-49832415076288760472010-04-28T21:09:00.000-07:002010-04-28T21:09:43.369-07:00Easton Stealth S9 Ice Hockey Skate Review<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjblv7RNrNyYzrZSTk450ri8acT7FSucJfakzfyKM6okXVKN7iWVHMBjCkvsrClFN9RiosJ8sE6rvKjCx5f7K-uAIZWoqkAo1abIedXvQKu2n1Y23CwV26SIUwH_OECQht_pRVwcWHprxU/s1600/Easton_s9_hockey_skate.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjblv7RNrNyYzrZSTk450ri8acT7FSucJfakzfyKM6okXVKN7iWVHMBjCkvsrClFN9RiosJ8sE6rvKjCx5f7K-uAIZWoqkAo1abIedXvQKu2n1Y23CwV26SIUwH_OECQht_pRVwcWHprxU/s320/Easton_s9_hockey_skate.jpg" /></a></div><b>The Easton Stealth S9 Ice Hockey Skate</b> is the top level traditionally constructed skate by Easton. The HyperLite composite quarter panels offers ideal support. The S9 ice skate has some of the same comfort and performance features of the S17 and S9 ice skates making this skate ideal for the intermediate player.<br />
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The reality is that most rec hockey players (including myself) don't need the top-of-the-line skates to perform to the best of their abilities. I always look for the best bang-for-my-buck in <i>all</i> my hockey equipment, and skates are no exception.<br />
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You can easily find able to find a pair of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Easton-Stealth-Ice-Skates-SENIOR/dp/B001X6Q1QM?ie=UTF8&tag=hockey03d-20&link_code=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969" target="_blank">Easton Stealth S9 Ice Skates </a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=hockey03d-20&l=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969&o=1&a=B001X6Q1QM" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important; padding: 0px ! important;" width="1" /> for under $200. Chances are you'll score just as many goals as with the<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Easton-Stealth-S17-Skates-SENIOR/dp/B001X6U2GM?ie=UTF8&tag=hockey03d-20&link_code=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969" target="_blank">Easton S17s</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=hockey03d-20&l=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969&o=1&a=B001X6U2GM" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important; padding: 0px ! important;" width="1" /> and you'll save yourself $200 - $300. <br />
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<b>UniBody™ Construction -</b> Easton's properietary skate construction. The entire skate is assembled and shaped as one unit rather than in separate parts<br />
<ul><li><b>HyperLite composite quarters</b> - Ideal support for interemdiate level of play</li>
<li><b>Metallic mesh exterior -</b> Offers a durable exterior</li>
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<b>Stealth Padlock heel retention system</b>- Eliminates heel slippage by anatomically locking the ankle into place, filling any negative space and giving energy return<br />
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<b>InTS integrated tendon structure </b>- Soft support to protect the back of your foot<br />
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<b>Bio-Dri™ woven microfiber liner and footbed -</b> Provides comfort and moisture reduction<br />
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<b>Dry Flow™ liner </b>- Drainage system on the sole of the skate. Releases moisture and excess heat created during play. Skates stay dryer resulting in lighter, better fitting skates<br />
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<b>Injected abrasion guard</b> in high wear areas for added durability<br />
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<b>Heat Moldable</b><br />
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<b>Razor Bladz II </b>holder with stainless steel runners<br />
<ul><li><b>Parabolic runners</b> allows the steel to arc during turns improving energy return and creating faster, sharper turns</li>
<li><b>High quality </b>Swedish Stainless Steel</li>
<li><b>Secure </b>and easy to use 2 sided hardware system</li>
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<b>Weight of a Size 9D Skate:</b> 890.18 grams<br />
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<div style="color: #0b5394; text-align: center;">Ideal for the intermediate level player</div><br />
<b>Sizes:</b> Senior 6 – 12.5 in regular D width and the wider EE width<br />
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<i>Easton skates generally fit 1/2 sizes down from your regular shoe size</i>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-253210931744075056.post-80245075983641603762010-04-24T23:02:00.000-07:002010-12-03T18:51:53.211-08:00RBK 11K Pump White<h1>Reebok Releases White 11K Pump</h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9zWIHflrjgtx541bbNg72poFmN4HeggEkac1k9cxNLHEQVX7AxGlSQWQn_i-VOumMDF49atFZIAT3ZUCPi9GohopInckRlYD1zLFQnE5rXf9qf0gK15DCyNhBPbZsHliqZ0NTtyoRwtw/s1600/rbk_11k_white_Hockey_skate.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9zWIHflrjgtx541bbNg72poFmN4HeggEkac1k9cxNLHEQVX7AxGlSQWQn_i-VOumMDF49atFZIAT3ZUCPi9GohopInckRlYD1zLFQnE5rXf9qf0gK15DCyNhBPbZsHliqZ0NTtyoRwtw/s320/rbk_11k_white_Hockey_skate.jpg" /></a></div><b>RBK Hockey</b> releases the <b>White 11K Pump </b>skate on April 14th 2010. The white version is available in senior, junior and youth sizes — and in an optional “D/AA” width to accommodate the fit needs of more players.<br />
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The Canadian-made 11K Pump debuted at retailers across North America.The skate has grabbed plenty of attention such as notable NHL rookie and Reebok Hockey team member Matt Duchene.<br />
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The 11K’s design includes an improved Pump-inflated air bladder that molds to a skater’s foot — no matter what the shape — for a customized fit. The result: Players aren’t just upgrading to the 11K from other Reebok models, but switching from other brands, including 50 NHL players to date since January 1st, 2010.<br />
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The Pump concept has been optimized for 2010; Reebok has moved the Pump slightly in the boot to improve the flow of air to and control of the internal Pump chamber. This eliminates natural gaps around the ankle to keep a player’s foot in place, enhance heel lock and forward flex, and improve stability.<br />
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Reebok skates normally are constructed on a “D/A” last. The wider “D” sizing is in the forefoot and narrower “A” is found in the heel. The “D/AA” pattern on the 11K is slightly narrower in the heel.<br />
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<blockquote><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>“Players are putting their feet in our skate and the comfort level is winning them over,” Andrew Stewart, Reebok’s skate product manager said. “We’re hearing that the 11K is the most comfortable skate out of the box. For some players, the narrower ‘AA’ heel improves fit and performance even more.” </blockquote><br />
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Can't afford the Reebok 11K? Go for the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Reebok-Pump-Ice-Skates-SENIOR/dp/B00196TQRC?ie=UTF8&tag=hockey03d-20&link_code=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969" target="_blank">Reebok 9K.</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=hockey03d-20&l=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969&o=1&a=B00196TQRC" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important; padding: 0px ! important;" width="1" /><br />
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Easton has developed a new skate for 2010 called Synergy EQ5. This skate will offer a completely new design and fit from Easton’s current line. The EQ5 skate is labeled as the powerful and comfortable skate within Easton’s top skates.<br />
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The Synergy EQ5 is built with Easton’s new Hybrid Fusion technology. This technology allows Easton to laminate a supportive, composite outer upper with formable, inner foam. Easton has used an EPP base for its lightweight and supportive properties, and a PU outer coating for great durability. The resulting upper offers such a solid feel that the skate doesn’t require any added plastic stiffeners. This allows the EQ5 to have what Easton refers to as a Global Flex. Meaning the upper flexes uniformly, not focused, therefore there is less breakdown of the uppers. As well, without plastic inserts, the EQ5 remains competitively lightweight while delivering pro-level support.<br />
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As for the out of the box fit, the EQ5 offers Easton’s Ideal-Fit System. This system encompasses the foot with anatomically molded foams. Easton went with molded foams to greatly increase the initial comfort of the skate, and to accommodate foot types that just didn’t fit properly in the stealth series. The width of the skate is on the wide side so it’s very accommodating. And without plastic stiffeners, the EQ5 is easily heat moldable to offer that tight, custom fit or just accommodate a unique foot shape. For the tongue, Easton has gone with a traditional felt tongue that has molded HD foam insert for protection.<br />
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The Synergy EQ5 will be complete with Easton’s innovative DryFlow outsole. DryFlow outsoles feature vents, which release moisture and excess heat. This allows the skate to remain dryer which will help keep the skate lighter late in the game. As well, removing excess moisture will increase the lifetime of the skate. Connected to the outsole is Easton’s Razor-Bladz2 holder with an Elite Runner.<br />
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The Easton Synergy EQ5 skate is built for the advanced level skater that’s looking for a medium to wide overall fit, similar to a Reebok or Bauer Supreme fit. The EQ5 is built to have above average mold ability, like a CCM U+ skate.<br />
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You can buy the Easton Synergy EQ5 skate online at <a href="http://www.icewarehouse.com/descpage.html?pcode=EQ5S">IceWarhouse.com.</a><br />
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Power and comfort are combined in the new Synergy® EQ by mixing a fully heat formable upper with composite reinforcements. <br />
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EQ skates fit like a glove and make players feel powerful and confident in their skates. <br />
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COMPOSITE ENERGY RETURN A strategically-placed framework of composite reinforcement optimizes response and long-term performance consistency <br />
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HEAT MOLDABLE PERFORMANCE Lightweight, fully-moldable Fusion Foam quarters form to your foot for a customizable fit <br />
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IDEAL-FIT SYSTEM This fit system for Synergy® skates encompasses the foot with thermally activated, anatomical ankle foams and an extremely comfortable felt-based tongue <br />
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TEXALIUM COMPOSITE OUTSOLE This new lightweight, stiff design adds composite power and Easton’s Dry Flow™ sets the standard for improved moisture management <br />
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A Saginaw Michigan man has a new invention that he hopes will help revolutionize the game. It's called "Rollergard."<br />
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It's a new a hockey product that Paul Steinhauser dreamed up during a deep sleep in Davison.<br />
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<blockquote>"I don't know, it just came to me," he said. "I have a little workshop behind the house, so I just started tinkering with it."</blockquote><br />
Following five years of tinkering, Rollergard has now been on the market for two weeks.<br />
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Rollergard converts any children's sized ice hockey skate into a roller skate and saves the cost of buying both. It also allows busy parents to help their kids lace up before heading to the rink.<br />
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<blockquote>"I would like to be able to dress him at home and get his skates good and tight and roll on into the arena," Steinhauser said.</blockquote><br />
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The design also allows coaches to run their kids through practice drills in parking lots or hallways. It's earned a ringing endorsement from former Red Wing Chris Chelios.<br />
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More at: <a href="http://abclocal.go.com/wjrt/story?section=news/local&id=7358922">Convert Ice Skates into Roller Skates</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-253210931744075056.post-18082775014640215612010-02-21T11:52:00.000-08:002011-01-04T17:42:48.611-08:00Bauer TotalONE Skate Review<h1>The Bauer Supreme TotalONE Skate</h1><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipxqmPu8IPg15ggJX2tXC4UgX_qVJvUA5LN7wMBoyGrAhbKPiLhNikgLJgt1N1F2VII-zjJUb2gPrgPTLJX7jFyqM6uVXDBrJO1Mj-6vZkBIEO7ujz-qEMCUpLWz2zxcPegn1QlOD9Xgc/s1600-h/Bauer_supreme_total_one_skates.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipxqmPu8IPg15ggJX2tXC4UgX_qVJvUA5LN7wMBoyGrAhbKPiLhNikgLJgt1N1F2VII-zjJUb2gPrgPTLJX7jFyqM6uVXDBrJO1Mj-6vZkBIEO7ujz-qEMCUpLWz2zxcPegn1QlOD9Xgc/s320/Bauer_supreme_total_one_skates.jpg" /></a></div><br />
On Feb 17, 2010 Bauer officially launched the <b>BAUER SUPREME TOTALONE Skate</b>, the company's most advanced skate in its 83-year history. The skate debuted during the first day of men's ice hockey competition in Vancouver as several of the game's top players took to the ice in Bauer's most revolutionary skate to date.<br />
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The <b>TOTALONE</b> features anatomically correct Alive Composite in the upper and insole to provide the utmost in efficiency and responsiveness - with a weight below 700 grams, it's a 100g lighter than the ONE95. The skate can be heated and customized around the ankle and heel, providing a true 360-degree fit for any foot shape.<br />
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The TOTALONE also features the <b>Reflex Tongue</b>, the first-ever <b>customizable tongue</b> that allows players to customize the flex and performance of the tongue for the utmost in personalization. The skate comes with three different composite tongue inserts (Mid, Stiff, X-Stiff) that can be interchanged based on player preference. <br />
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The <b>Reflex Tongue</b> and the <b>Alive Composite </b>combined with technological enhancements within the skate's tendon guard, create a slingshot effect that propels players forward, especially in the all-important first stride.<br />
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The SUPREME TOTALONE also features <b>TUUK LS Fusion</b> - Bauer's lightest and most advanced runner in the company's history. The revolutionary runner design fuses the strength and performance of Bauer's elite stainless steel with high-grade aluminum to reduce weight by 27 percent while delivering increased speed and power. <br />
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Rounding out the features of the SUPREME TOTALONE skate is <b>Total Edge Comfort</b>, a padded overlay located high on the ankle to alleviate abrasions during the break-in period. Once only available as a custom option for elite NHL players, Total Edge Comfort is now available on every pair of SUPREME TOTALONE skates.<br />
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In 1989, <b>Reebok</b> introduced the original Pump high-top basketball shoe and within four years sold more than 20 million pairs.<br />
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20 years later we have the the new and improved <b>Pump Air Bladder </b>which minimizes gaps around the foot. They moved it 1/2” back in the boot, allowing air to flow into the pump chamber a little easier.<br />
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The <b>heel lock system</b> has been stepped up with better ankle support and enhanced forward flex giving you more power and speed in your stride. The felt foam hybrid pro tongue also helps keep your foot locked-n and fully stabilized.<br />
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The <b>11K Pump Skate</b> also includes a lightweight core and durable outer shell designed to resist cuts and abrasions while controlling flex and torsion called <b>Pro Armour IV</b>. <br />
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You also have Reebok’s own <b>Skatelock</b> which is a metal loop outside the normal eyelets for your laces that allows you to lock in the lower laces once you tighten them the way you like, and tighten the top three laces on their own. Nice feature.<br />
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The black version is out now, and the white version of the 11K Pump skate worn by <b>Matt Duchene</b> will be available as of April 2010.<br />
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<b>Pump it UP!</b><br />
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Order from Amazon at <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Reebok-11K-Pump-Skates-SENIOR/dp/B0035AHD8O?ie=UTF8&tag=hockey03d-20&link_code=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969" target="_blank">Reebok 11K Pump Ice Skate</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=hockey03d-20&l=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969&o=1&a=B0035AHD8O" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important; padding: 0px ! important;" width="1" /><br />
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Can't afford the Reebok 11K? Get the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Reebok-Pump-Ice-Skates-SENIOR/dp/B00196TQRC?ie=UTF8&tag=hockey03d-20&link_code=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969" target="_blank">Reebok 9K.</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=hockey03d-20&l=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969&o=1&a=B00196TQRC" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important; padding: 0px ! important;" width="1" />on sale.<br />
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</div>The all new highly anticipated<b> 11K Pump Skate</b> hit the ice at the 2010 NHL Winter Classic on January 1st.<br />
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Fitted to 5 Boston Bruins players including alumni <b>Bobby Orr </b>who participated in the ceremonial face-off, and current roster players <b>Patrice Bergeron, Marc Savard, Johnny Boychuk and Dennis Wideman. </b><br />
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The 11K made a big splash on and off the ice with in-stadium Reebok branding as well as 2 Billboards in Boston and Philladelphia.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-253210931744075056.post-24624056432857131372010-01-08T16:20:00.000-08:002010-01-08T16:20:44.333-08:00Flat Bottom V - FBV Skate SharpeningSince the <b>Flat Bottom V</b> technique was introduced about a year ago, players on over 20 of the N.H.L.'s 30 teams have switched from the traditional sharpening method to FBV.<br />
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The list includes Zach Parise of the Devils, Joe Thornton and Rob Blake of the San Jose Sharks, Jason Arnott of the Nashville Predators, Milan Michalek of the Ottawa Senators and Doug Weight of the Islanders.<br />
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Conventional skate sharpening uses a grinding stone that creates a concave arc in the bottom of the blade. The FBV method provides a sharper bite on turns and a freer glide in straight-ahead skating. <br />
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The flat-bottom V uses specially made spinners to carve out tiny fangs along the skate blade's ridges that bite into the ice for turns. The flat bottom between the fangs, similar to the flat cut of a speedskater's blade, puts more of the blade's surface in contact with the ice and is supposed to increase speed. <br />
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The most common choice of Radius of Hollow (ROH) for hockey players is 1/2". According to a recent study of all NHL players 47% choose to skate on a 1/2" ROH. The next most common ROH in the NHL is 5/8" ROH.<br />
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The FBV is quite different from the circular hollow. With the flatness of close to a 2” radius, skaters will notice <b>more speed </b>and<b> less drag</b> and they’ll notice the glide is a lot longer. With the FBV, skaters will see a decrease in the number of strides necessary to get from end to end. The result of this combination is more speed and solid edges to bite during turn. <br />
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<a href="http://vimeo.com/5099753">Blackstone Introduces: The Flat Bottom"V"</a> from <a href="http://vimeo.com/user744974">Chris Labbate</a> on <a href="http://vimeo.com/">Vimeo</a>.<br />
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Most skate sharpening machines can be retro-fitted to use the FBV spinner attachment. Contact skate sharpening machine manufactures <a href="http://www.blackstonesport.com/index.cfm">Blackstone Sports</a> for more info.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-253210931744075056.post-92189774888923618662010-01-08T15:55:00.000-08:002010-07-01T17:21:47.406-07:00Goalie Skate Sharpening Techniques<h1>Goalie Skate Sharpening</h1>As most goalies are butterfly goalies, they are sharpening their skates with deeper hollows than in the past. Most goalies now sharpen their skates with a 5/8", 1/2", or sometimes even a 3/8" hollow. Younger goalies should use a flatter hollow: either 3/4" or 1". <br />
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Butterfly goaltending demands a lot of bite for lateral movement, and while it does place extra demands on your legs while shuffling, the ability to sustain a greater angle of attack from skate to ice pays huge dividends when it comes to your butterfly slide, down-pushing, and backside recoveries. It always boils down to personal preference - go with what you're comfortable with.<br />
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Here's a closer look at some of the tools used to sharpen Goalie skates.<br />
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A one-piece composite boot form that maximizes energy return to give you explosive speed on the ice. Easton calls this 'Coil Technology' and claims to be twice as responsive as traditional skates which rely on plastic. <br />
<ul><li>Coil Technology™ carbon fiber composite boot form with Dry Flow™</li>
<li>tealth Pad-Lock™ – molded anatomical ankle shape locks down heel for increased power</li>
<li>Pro-style white felt tongue with flexible lace-bite protection</li>
<li>Bio-Dri® Clarino Nash brushed liner provides grip and classic feel</li>
<li>Injected abrasion guard in high wear areas for improved durability</li>
<li>Composite toecap fully covered with longer-lasting Vibram® rubber guard</li>
<li>Injected abrasion guard in high wear areas for improved durability</li>
<li>ELITE runner is both lightweight and stiff like full steel</li>
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Easton-Stealth-Black-Skates-SENIOR/dp/B002SUBN1A?ie=UTF8&tag=hockey03d-20&link_code=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969" target="_blank">Easton Stealth S17 Black Ice Skates [SENIOR]</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=hockey03d-20&l=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969&o=1&a=B002SUBN1A" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important; padding: 0px ! important;" width="1" /><br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/Easton-Stealth-Black-Skates-JUNIOR/dp/B002SUDKNE?ie=UTF8&tag=hockey03d-20&link_code=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969" target="_blank">Easton Stealth S17 Black Ice Skates [JUNIOR]</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=hockey03d-20&l=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969&o=1&a=B002SUDKNE" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important; padding: 0px ! important;" width="1" />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-253210931744075056.post-84357323479923942982009-12-28T18:07:00.000-08:002009-12-28T18:07:56.017-08:00Bauer Vapor X60 LE<b>Bauer Vapor X60 LE Hockey Skates</b><br />
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Basically a limited edition X60 in cool looking black.<br />
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<ul><li> Ultra-light tech mesh with thermoformed X-rib pattern</li>
<li> Bauer HYDRA MAX liner</li>
<li> Patented pro-integrated, anatomical heel and ankle support</li>
<li> New lightweight dual-density foam ankle pads</li>
<li> Formfit 2 molded tongue, with lace bite channel, abrasion resistant material, and HD metatarsal guard</li>
<li> Superfit+ with grip, moisture management, heel stabilizer and comfort pad</li>
<li> Full carbon composite Outsole</li>
<li> Tuuk Lightspeed 2 with LS2 stainless steel runner </li>
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Rumor has it there will be 2 color versions of the new <b>Reebok 11K Ice Skate: </b>black with white trim, and black with black trim. There should also be more foot width combinations, rather than a one size fits all, like most skates.<br />
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Available in stores Jan 15, 2010<br />
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Enter to win a pair at <a href="http://www.reebokhockey.com/">reebokhockey.com.</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-253210931744075056.post-623391516618442892009-12-12T12:54:00.000-08:002010-05-21T07:52:06.182-07:00NHL Looking at Plastic Skate ShieldsNHL examining <b>plastic skate shields</b>, soft-cap shoulder pads, better helmets as solutions to wave of injuries sweeping up star players early in the season<br />
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It's a clear, plastic shield, shaped like a skate boot, complete with lace holes and Velcro fasteners. The function is obvious: To help prevent foot injuries.<br />
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The shield is one of several new innovations surfacing as the pro game deals with a rash of injuries that are claiming star players.<br />
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King, as he always does with new equipment developments, will give the shield careful consideration. He's not out to endorse it, just clear it so players and executives can be assured the shield is functional, but won't radically alter the game.<br />
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The shield was brought to King by Detroit equipment manager Paul Boyer, who currently has three players wearing them: Nik Kronwall, Patrick Eaves and Brad Stuart.<br />
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Source: <a href="http://www.thestar.com/sports/hockey/nhl/article/731977--safety-revolution-in-hockey-begins-now" target="_blank">The Star.com</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-253210931744075056.post-33444516784189703782009-04-26T14:57:00.000-07:002010-04-17T22:00:16.736-07:00Bauer Vapor X60 Skate Review<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCxbnYAtqwpqoCTy68-sYGSqs0Fd_dvvTSmTUY37OcaonWp5ufOY_cazt7EL_ytxdhGf6QFa0rc0w79LfgVgc1HCO3VTghT6VC_pFLJ6suMGeXTj_Lrf2LlI1BMTGvvUtGXTq36MLO09I/s1600-h/X60Skate.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5329129442991831714" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCxbnYAtqwpqoCTy68-sYGSqs0Fd_dvvTSmTUY37OcaonWp5ufOY_cazt7EL_ytxdhGf6QFa0rc0w79LfgVgc1HCO3VTghT6VC_pFLJ6suMGeXTj_Lrf2LlI1BMTGvvUtGXTq36MLO09I/s320/X60Skate.jpg" style="cursor: pointer; float: right; height: 320px; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; width: 240px;" /></a><br />
<h1>Bauer Vapor X60 Skate</h1><br />
New for 2009, the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002SUDS72?ie=UTF8&tag=hockey03d-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B002SUDS72">Bauer Vapor X60 </a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=hockey03d-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B002SUDS72" style="border: medium none ! important; margin: 0px ! important;" width="1" /> is the Bauer's Top of the Line Vapor skate. Designed for skilled players or larger players that play 2 or 3 times per week, the Vapor X60 is built with Bauer's toughest materials.<br />
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While not the absolute lightest skate on the market, it is still <i>extremely </i>light. weight will definitely <b>NOT</b> be a problem with this skate.<br />
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The special HYDRA MAX liner is designed to wick the moisture away from your foot, keeping your feet cool and dry. It will really lock your heel in place and keep it there.<br />
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They've also re-designed the foot-bed to alleviate many of the pressure points under your foot, especially in your heel.<br />
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<ul><li> Ultra-light tech mesh with thermoformed X-rib pattern</li>
<li> Bauer HYDRA MAX liner</li>
<li> Patented pro-integrated, anatomical heel and ankle support</li>
<li> New lightweight dual-density foam ankle pads</li>
<li> Formfit 2 molded tongue, with lace bite channel, abrasion resistant material, and HD metatarsal guard</li>
<li> Superfit+ with grip, moisture management, heel stabilizer and comfort pad</li>
<li> Full carbon composite Outsole</li>
<li> Tuuk Lightspeed 2 with LS2 stainless steel runner </li>
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