Teezle Posted June 18, 2019 Share Posted June 18, 2019 1 hour ago, SaveByRichter35 said: How'd you like them? They worked great; I felt like they had the correct amount of tension at all times and were not as bulky as the original Brian's "smart toe" straps. The best part is that the un-stretched length of the bungee is shorter than most of the other versions of this kind of toe tie - I have a smaller skate, so those would either be loose, or I'd have to cross over the ends so much that the velcro was barely overlapping anymore. The ProLaces are perfect in this regard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveByRichter35 Posted June 18, 2019 Share Posted June 18, 2019 1 hour ago, Teezle said: They worked great; I felt like they had the correct amount of tension at all times and were not as bulky as the original Brian's "smart toe" straps. The best part is that the un-stretched length of the bungee is shorter than most of the other versions of this kind of toe tie - I have a smaller skate, so those would either be loose, or I'd have to cross over the ends so much that the velcro was barely overlapping anymore. The ProLaces are perfect in this regard. Glad it worked out for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flyers27 Posted June 18, 2019 Share Posted June 18, 2019 I apologize if this has been asked already, but those of you that use these, do the velcro straps hold up a decent amount of time? I used the first version of the Brian's smart straps and they did not work well, as the velcro wore out after a couple weeks. I've tried a couple different options which seem to function well, but don't last (often breaking mid game) and I keep going back to regular laces. I ordered a set of prolaces in the TGN spec, based on a lot of the reviews, but I was curious as to how they are holding up, specifically at the attachment point Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cwarnar Posted June 18, 2019 Share Posted June 18, 2019 26 minutes ago, Flyers27 said: I apologize if this has been asked already, but those of you that use these, do the velcro straps hold up a decent amount of time? I used the first version of the Brian's smart straps and they did not work well, as the velcro wore out after a couple weeks. I've tried a couple different options which seem to function well, but don't last (often breaking mid game) and I keep going back to regular laces. I ordered a set of prolaces in the TGN spec, based on a lot of the reviews, but I was curious as to how they are holding up, specifically at the attachment point They're very durable. They're not just Jenpro and and the velcro piece. Beefed up and able to take a lickin! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coopaloop1234 Posted June 18, 2019 Share Posted June 18, 2019 Been using my set since September with zero issues. I have a lot of faith in them continuing as well. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flyers27 Posted June 18, 2019 Share Posted June 18, 2019 Thanks guys. Sounds like these may be what I'm looking for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichMan Posted November 11, 2019 Share Posted November 11, 2019 Can someone please measure the length of the elastic for me? Just want to make sure mine ARE senior size. Been using mine since the beginning of the season and I find them real tight to my skates and they make my pads rotate out when I get back into my stance (when you gotta wack them back into place with your glove/blocker). Been using the suggested method of looping through the runners, and my skates are only size 9. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveByRichter35 Posted November 11, 2019 Share Posted November 11, 2019 4 hours ago, RichMan said: Can someone please measure the length of the elastic for me? Just want to make sure mine ARE senior size. Been using mine since the beginning of the season and I find them real tight to my skates and they make my pads rotate out when I get back into my stance (when you gotta wack them back into place with your glove/blocker). Been using the suggested method of looping through the runners, and my skates are only size 9. Which version are you using? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichMan Posted November 12, 2019 Share Posted November 12, 2019 17 hours ago, SaveByRichter35 said: Which version are you using? The regular ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnyman666 Posted November 12, 2019 Share Posted November 12, 2019 21 hours ago, RichMan said: Can someone please measure the length of the elastic for me? Just want to make sure mine ARE senior size. Been using mine since the beginning of the season and I find them real tight to my skates and they make my pads rotate out when I get back into my stance (when you gotta wack them back into place with your glove/blocker). Been using the suggested method of looping through the runners, and my skates are only size 9. The Pro Laces are shorter than almost every other aftermarket option out there. I loop them through the bolt section of my cowl and around the heel section post or through the Lundy loop. I used to loop my Monsters (and my Vaughn “Vaughnsters”) several times as it seemed there were miles of elastic cord! I may revisit how I wrap my Pro Laces. Still like them better than the traditional elastics (Monster, Vaughnster, Kenesky, et.al.). The materials and construction are definitely superior. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichMan Posted November 12, 2019 Share Posted November 12, 2019 (edited) 2 hours ago, bunnyman666 said: The Pro Laces are shorter than almost every other aftermarket option out there. I loop them through the bolt section of my cowl and around the heel section post or through the Lundy loop. I used to loop my Monsters (and my Vaughn “Vaughnsters”) several times as it seemed there were miles of elastic cord! I may revisit how I wrap my Pro Laces. Still like them better than the traditional elastics (Monster, Vaughnster, Kenesky, et.al.). The materials and construction are definitely superior. Yes, the quality is very present. Only issue I have, other than what I already mentioned, is that they printed the number on the same side for both attachments which means one of the pads has the numbers facing down unfortunately. Minor oops but for 40$, I would of liked better attention to detail. I didn't bother bringing it up to them. Here is how I'm looping mine. I have the no cowling Vapors, same principle still. Edited November 12, 2019 by RichMan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnyman666 Posted November 12, 2019 Share Posted November 12, 2019 8 minutes ago, RichMan said: Yes, the quality is very present. Only issue I have, other than what I already mentioned, is that they printed the number on the same side for both attachments which means one of the pads has the numbers facing down unfortunately. Minor oops but for 40$, I would of liked better attention to detail. I didn't bother bringing it up to them. Here is how I'm looping mine. I have the no cowling Vapors, same principle still. I can understand the frustration. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveByRichter35 Posted November 12, 2019 Share Posted November 12, 2019 2 hours ago, RichMan said: Yes, the quality is very present. Only issue I have, other than what I already mentioned, is that they printed the number on the same side for both attachments which means one of the pads has the numbers facing down unfortunately. Minor oops but for 40$, I would of liked better attention to detail. I didn't bother bringing it up to them. Here is how I'm looping mine. I have the no cowling Vapors, same principle still. That's my picture . I'll pm you my number. If you don't text me to remind me I'll never remember in 8 hours when I get out of work. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveByRichter35 Posted November 13, 2019 Share Posted November 13, 2019 And for others who might be curious, since Rich and I conversed off the website, both my stock and my custom Pro Laces came out to about 9" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacksork Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 9" from tab to tab or 9" from the midpoint? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveByRichter35 Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 From the bridge to the tab. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichMan Posted December 13, 2019 Share Posted December 13, 2019 To add to this, and if you peeked at my Toe Tie Experiment thread, I decided to go back to the Pro Laces for last night's game. Better pad control. I'll just have to get used to the tight feel on my skates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichMan Posted December 31, 2019 Share Posted December 31, 2019 (edited) https://www.ledroit.com/actualites/le-fil-groupe-capitales-medias/pro-laces-est-devenu-un-incontournable-ffd03a2a1b9cf1f1ae4d1cc12e32dac7 For you non-francophones out there, I'll get straight to the juicy punch: Pro-Laces has signed with Lefevre. *apparently GIFs don't work now , ughhh Edited December 31, 2019 by RichMan 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coopaloop1234 Posted December 31, 2019 Share Posted December 31, 2019 13 hours ago, RichMan said: https://www.ledroit.com/actualites/le-fil-groupe-capitales-medias/pro-laces-est-devenu-un-incontournable-ffd03a2a1b9cf1f1ae4d1cc12e32dac7 For you non-francophones out there, I'll get straight to the juicy punch: Pro-Laces has signed with Lefevre. *apparently GIFs don't work now , ughhh Gifs work just fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichMan Posted December 31, 2019 Share Posted December 31, 2019 Weird Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky Pucker Posted December 31, 2019 Share Posted December 31, 2019 14 hours ago, RichMan said: https://www.ledroit.com/actualites/le-fil-groupe-capitales-medias/pro-laces-est-devenu-un-incontournable-ffd03a2a1b9cf1f1ae4d1cc12e32dac7 For you non-francophones out there, I'll get straight to the juicy punch: Pro-Laces has signed with Lefevre. *apparently GIFs don't work now , ughhh Merci pour le lien! Great little write up there. Kinda want to send it to my Father in law, and say "hey! I have these on my pads!!!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichMan Posted December 31, 2019 Share Posted December 31, 2019 19 minutes ago, Lucky Pucker said: Merci pour le lien! Great little write up there. Kinda want to send it to my Father in law, and say "hey! I have these on my pads!!!" WHAT!? You related brah? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky Pucker Posted December 31, 2019 Share Posted December 31, 2019 8 minutes ago, RichMan said: WHAT!? You related brah? You mean related to Michel in the story? Nah, no relations or anything - but my Father in Law is a francophone in Montreal, and he would probably get a kick out of it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cwarnar Posted February 23, 2020 Share Posted February 23, 2020 Tried Brian's Smart Cords for a few skates... They're okay. But finally swapped them out for my Pro Laces Armor. They really are the tops for toe straps... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benner33 Posted February 23, 2020 Share Posted February 23, 2020 Yeah after trying the TGN spec pro laces I won’t ever use anything else. The G4 / GT2 straps are ok but having them offset to the inside is perfect and I never have an issue. I broke one (somehow not sure) and switched back to the bungies that came with my G4’s and its no where close. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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