seagoal Posted September 21, 2021 Author Share Posted September 21, 2021 4 minutes ago, SaveByRichter35 said: @seagoal dude you're blind bro lol. There is definitely damage to the composite there. Maybe I am . Are you talking about the white part or the woven fiberglassy dark part? It's not dented and there's no holes. It doesn't look cracked. Are you talking about the white streaks in the dark part? I have an old Bauer helmet I can use in the meantime before my new one, so I'm not being stubborn. Just genuinely curious. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coopaloop1234 Posted September 21, 2021 Share Posted September 21, 2021 2 minutes ago, seagoal said: Maybe I am . Are you talking about the white part or the woven fiberglassy dark part? It's not dented and there's no holes. It doesn't look cracked. Are you talking about the white streaks in the dark part? I have an old Bauer helmet I can use in the meantime before my new one, so I'm not being stubborn. Just genuinely curious. Can you stick your finger in it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seagoal Posted September 21, 2021 Author Share Posted September 21, 2021 3 minutes ago, coopaloop1234 said: Can you stick your finger in it? if by "it" you mean lower than where the line of the paint is, then yes. If you mean a divot, no. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coopaloop1234 Posted September 21, 2021 Share Posted September 21, 2021 Just now, seagoal said: if by "it" you mean lower than where the line of the paint is, then yes. If you mean a divot, no. So does it go into the actual shell portion then? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveByRichter35 Posted September 21, 2021 Share Posted September 21, 2021 24 minutes ago, seagoal said: Maybe I am . Are you talking about the white part or the woven fiberglassy dark part? It's not dented and there's no holes. It doesn't look cracked. Are you talking about the white streaks in the dark part? I have an old Bauer helmet I can use in the meantime before my new one, so I'm not being stubborn. Just genuinely curious. This shit 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seagoal Posted September 21, 2021 Author Share Posted September 21, 2021 4 minutes ago, SaveByRichter35 said: This shit I see. So given that white fibery stuff showing and given that this damage as squarely on top of the raised crest, do you think that it's unsafe to wear? Would the danger only include getting hit with a puck in the exact same spot only, or, do you think there is a greater danger? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveByRichter35 Posted September 21, 2021 Share Posted September 21, 2021 If you have another mask I wouldn't chance it. If it was me and I didn't have a backup mask until the new one came I would probably chance it since its a bit higher on the crown instead of right flat on the forehead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveByRichter35 Posted September 21, 2021 Share Posted September 21, 2021 Sucks because I think the best guy for that type of job is Ray and he just retired. Maybe send him some pictures just to get his opinion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MangoRhinehart Posted September 21, 2021 Share Posted September 21, 2021 1 minute ago, SaveByRichter35 said: Sucks because I think the best guy for that type of job is Ray and he just retired. Maybe send him some pictures just to get his opinion. Shawn Schroder of Kustom Composites would be able to give an opinion on if it can be saved. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveByRichter35 Posted September 21, 2021 Share Posted September 21, 2021 Just now, MangoRhinehart said: Shawn Schroder of Kustom Composites would be able to give an opinion on if it can be saved. Yes Shawn is definitely another person to seek advice from! Thanks Mango. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coopaloop1234 Posted September 21, 2021 Share Posted September 21, 2021 6 minutes ago, SaveByRichter35 said: If you have another mask I wouldn't chance it. If it was me and I didn't have a backup mask until the new one came I would probably chance it since its a bit higher on the crown instead of right flat on the forehead. I've seen guys show up to games in buckets that have zero place even leaving the house. I don't think this would be too large of an issue for a short time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveByRichter35 Posted September 21, 2021 Share Posted September 21, 2021 2 minutes ago, coopaloop1234 said: I've seen guys show up to games in buckets that have zero place even leaving the house. I don't think this would be too large of an issue for a short time. Oh yea I have seen plenty of masks that made me cringe. But I'm sure that was those guys' only mask. If @seagoal has a capable backup until the new mask arrives then why chance it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coopaloop1234 Posted September 21, 2021 Share Posted September 21, 2021 4 minutes ago, SaveByRichter35 said: Oh yea I have seen plenty of masks that made me cringe. But I'm sure that was those guys' only mask. If @seagoal has a capable backup until the new mask arrives then why chance it. Because he's no wimp? What's a little brain damage between friends 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chile57 Posted September 22, 2021 Share Posted September 22, 2021 (edited) Seems @SaveByRichter35 and @coopaloop1234 are seeing the same things I thought I was seeing. I realize you did the coin test and the like but honestly particularly with the paint covering things - you can't really tell how extensive the damage/delamination/cracking might be. Shell is compromised and if you have an in working order Plan B - use it like others have said. Sure the crown of your head isn’t usually going to be a point of impact but the fact that it’s atop of the ridge/crown on what should be the most rigid part of your shell should be concerning. I stick by - if it were me - I’d retire it. If you want to keep using it - have someone knowledgeable either fix it or walk you through the fix. No point in taking chances with your melon. Good luck with things. If you do end up having somebody look at it/fix it - let us know how it shakes down. Edited September 22, 2021 by chile57 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seagoal Posted September 22, 2021 Author Share Posted September 22, 2021 (edited) Alright guys. @chile57 @MangoRhinehart @SaveByRichter35 @coopaloop1234 You guys are the best, thanks. I appreciate your input. Here is my plan for the short time, 3 or 4 skates, before my new helmet is ready. I was always too lazy to try to get rid of this Bauer I've had laying around and I also find selling/buying used helmets sketchy (just me?). So I had to throw some harness clips and a dangler on it but it's good to go. It's a little heavy but goddamnit, I sorta forgot how comfortable Bauer helmets are. Anyway, to the top of my bookshelves goes the Ice Dragon Sportmask. Thanks boys. Edited September 22, 2021 by seagoal 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MangoRhinehart Posted September 22, 2021 Share Posted September 22, 2021 (edited) Sad to see that beauty retire. May be worth while to send a few pictures to Kustom Composites to get a more expert opinion. Edited September 22, 2021 by MangoRhinehart 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seagoal Posted September 22, 2021 Author Share Posted September 22, 2021 5 minutes ago, MangoRhinehart said: Sad to see that beauty retire. May be worth while to send a few pictures to Kustom Composites to get a more expert opinion. For sure. Just didn't have time today. Tomorrow I might send pics directly to Sportmask too and see what they say. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seagoal Posted September 22, 2021 Author Share Posted September 22, 2021 (edited) This is just for you @coopaloop1234. You had me at brain damage. Edited September 22, 2021 by seagoal 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chile57 Posted September 22, 2021 Share Posted September 22, 2021 Not a bad Plan B @seagoal Looking forward to seeing your new lid painted up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coopaloop1234 Posted September 22, 2021 Share Posted September 22, 2021 12 hours ago, seagoal said: This is just for you @coopaloop1234. You had me at brain damage. You're acting like were not all currently suffering from it already. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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