TBB Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 Does anyone know anything about Fusion Masks? They advertise as NHL level quality but for 499$ I am skeptical. Any knowledge on them would be appreciated. Thanks 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cwarnar Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 Never used one... I know @Imperative has 1 or 2. Be very cautious with advertising... I know my Sportmask Pro 3, F Series, is in the same price range but not quite "NHL Level Quality." And how many NHL Level skaters are you going to be facing. The biggest thing when it comes to a mask is build quality and fit. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wox33 Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 I've used mine now for close to five years and it seems to be holding up well. I recently replaced the foams with ECOpro and that made it even more comfortable than it was previously. It's definitely a solid mask at the price point and I don't seem to have suffered any adverse effects from shots to the head as I have taken a few over the years. If you like the Itech 960 type mold masks it's worth a look. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chenner29 Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 Pretty sure Fusion was the company that was contracted to do Jerry Wright's 960/961s. Pretty old design, but still good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imperative Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 2 hours ago, TBB said: Does anyone know anything about Fusion Masks? They advertise as NHL level quality but for 499$ I am skeptical. Any knowledge on them would be appreciated. Thanks 1 hour ago, cwarnar said: Never used one... I know @Imperative has 1 or 2. Be very cautious with advertising... I know my Sportmask Pro 3, F Series, is in the same price range but not quite "NHL Level Quality." And how many NHL Level skaters are you going to be facing. The biggest thing when it comes to a mask is build quality and fit. I own a fusion 9961 and a 962 they are a really solid mask. The 9961 is a hydro dipped and the 962 has vinyl wrap. The biggest complaints I have seen is guys don’t like the stock paint as it has a tendency to chip and vent holes not a smooth as some guys like. For the money I think it is a good mask, very solid and I feel like my head is very safe wearing them. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 Had a 9961 for like a year out of desperation between Masks. old school design. Heavy layers of fiberglass. No protection issues. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBB Posted February 12, 2019 Author Share Posted February 12, 2019 Thank you everyone for your input. I appreciate the help! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayluv54 Posted February 12, 2019 Share Posted February 12, 2019 I've had 2 fusion and 2 Bauer 961's. Couldn't tell a difference between the two and from what I understand they use same mold, materials, etc... They are legit pro masks. As far as NHL quality...no idea what that means, nor do I think that matters. The NME10 was being worn in the NHL for a while. I had one of those and the chin cracked from a mid-level beer league wrist shot and not just the gel coat...all the way through. The Fusion masks are a great value if you like 961 style masks. Might I also suggest OTNY as long as your in that price range. Better quality, service and custom fitting. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doobiesnax Posted February 12, 2019 Share Posted February 12, 2019 I'm pretty sure Fusion made all of Otny's shells prior to the Sportmask take over. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scythe Posted August 5, 2019 Share Posted August 5, 2019 (edited) I'm still using my Fusion GM2000 kevlar reinforced mask i got around 2009 that replaced my eddy gt. I wasn't so sure if i really liked it or not when I first got it but completely happy with it since. I like the shape .. and the triangular vent holes. Don't really want a Worf from Star Trek looking mask. Would like to get it refurbished. Will be contacting them soon about it. I know Toylene [may have spelled wrong] but she still works there since 2011 or longer, but they quickly reply Good masks. Edited August 5, 2019 by Scythe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itis121 Posted November 12, 2019 Share Posted November 12, 2019 Does anyone know the makeup of a fusion 9961? is ii all fiberglass? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larceny#30 Posted April 6, 2022 Share Posted April 6, 2022 I am getting a 0961 fusion large white mask looking forward to it also used Coveted it got stolen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Teal Terror Posted April 6, 2022 Share Posted April 6, 2022 (edited) That was my old bucket. Solid mask, I can vouch for them. Might want to adjust the foam to your fit, to all those considering this mask. I kept it standard, but after a few hours of play, headaches started to set it. But then again, it could of been my head scalf knot digging in Edited April 6, 2022 by The Teal Terror Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chile57 Posted April 6, 2022 Share Posted April 6, 2022 I had a Fusion for a minute. Solid construction, a little sloppier on the finish. As mentioned by others - the foam as pretty stiff (even when it was brand new). Was not comfortable for me (so I jettisoned it) but otherwise I felt it was a good deal for the money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larceny#30 Posted May 25, 2022 Share Posted May 25, 2022 I am in the process of getting a fusion goalie masks any one have any info if a good mask Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedX Posted April 4 Share Posted April 4 Anyone know if Fusion is still in business? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowman30 Posted April 4 Share Posted April 4 3 hours ago, RedX said: Anyone know if Fusion is still in business? Yeap the clown runs this business now steal people mask designs https://goaliemaskcollector.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dreadlocked1 Posted April 4 Share Posted April 4 I recently reached out to them for a new cage for my 9961 through https://www.fusionmasks.com They took a few days to respond and are based in Canada. You might be better off going through Simmons who sells them. I got my cage from them as well. https://simmonshockey.com They're quicker to respond andnbased in the US. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fever9990 Posted April 9 Share Posted April 9 On 4/4/2024 at 7:22 PM, dreadlocked1 said: I recently reached out to them for a new cage for my 9961 through https://www.fusionmasks.com They took a few days to respond and are based in Canada. You might be better off going through Simmons who sells them. I got my cage from them as well. https://simmonshockey.com They're quicker to respond andnbased in the US. I have found that the cat eye cage that come standard with the 9961 and 962 are a little tight. The cage makes contact with the shell on the forehead, temples and the lip of the window, take a shot in the cage and you were loosing paint. I found Nix hockey on SL and took a shot that their cage would fit, The fit is great and they make NO contact with shell and with no shell contact it seems to disperse the force of impact to the cage better. I have no affiliation with Nix, just a happy customer. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dreadlocked1 Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 13 hours ago, fever9990 said: I have found that the cat eye cage that come standard with the 9961 and 962 are a little tight. The cage makes contact with the shell on the forehead, temples and the lip of the window, take a shot in the cage and you were loosing paint. I found Nix hockey on SL and took a shot that their cage would fit, The fit is great and they make NO contact with shell and with no shell contact it seems to disperse the force of impact to the cage better. I have no affiliation with Nix, just a happy customer. Mind sending a link to the cages on sl you know fit? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerd31 Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 On 4/4/2024 at 4:30 PM, Snowman30 said: Yeap the clown runs this business now steal people mask designs https://goaliemaskcollector.com/ Wait, that doucher owns Fusion now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowman30 Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 3 hours ago, jerd31 said: Wait, that doucher owns Fusion now? I remember the post on here, his family owns Fusion mask ( mother I believe runs it, makes the masks) and then he branched out and started that business. There are few threads on here about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerd31 Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 1 hour ago, Snowman30 said: I remember the post on here, his family owns Fusion mask ( mother I believe runs it, makes the masks) and then he branched out and started that business. There are few threads on here about it. Well that's unfortunate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fever9990 Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 5 hours ago, dreadlocked1 said: Mind sending a link to the cages on sl you know fit? Sorry it's MIX not Nix, I cant seem to post a link, but on SL under goalie mask. They have black on sale now for $50 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SentryHockey Posted Saturday at 11:23 AM Share Posted Saturday at 11:23 AM Yep, Fusion masks are run by Quantum hockey. Same company as the goaliemask collector. It was for sale, dont know if someone bought it. I've seen repair work on these, matte fiberglass and polyester resin. You can build a thicky, sturdy shell that would typically last but like most others it's nothing special or particularly safe. Theres likely a little spot patch of kevlar in there somewhere, maybe. Theres one company, that I wont name that claims the build is fiberglass, carbon and kevlar. The shell is mainly matte fiberglass which is the cheapest material possible. Then they randomly threw in pieces of hybrid kevlar/carbon cloth into the mold. The inside layer is a pigmented fiberglass so it looks like carbon fiber. Its extremely misleading. Most of these companies are full of BS. If your wanting that shell built better contact Kustom Komposited or get a 961 from protechsport. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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