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17 hours ago, A.YOUNGoalie13 said:

It being too soft? I mean, I’m also crazy flexible and could use stiff pads if I wanted to.

Hyperlite custom (not the "Pro Custom") might be an option in your price range if you're considering something different... 

17 hours ago, seagoal said:

One of the most OH MY GOD moments for all goalies, all time.  So good, the little flick of the wrist when he snags it is so sassy.

 

I remember watching that and totally freaking out. Beautiful save. And Hank giving him some love for it, from one classy human to another. Nothing but respect.

My only regret for Miller is that he didn't win gold in 2010. 

51 minutes ago, Teezle said:

We want to, but due to the contracts negotiated by the previous administration, cannot.

https://www.vanityfair.com/news/2021/04/why-the-us-still-cant-donate-covid-19-vaccines-to-countries-in-need

Emphasis mine:

 

Also, Trudeau isn't exempt from scorn on this one either. He seemingly spent most of last year running from scandal to scandal instead of, ya know, prepping his country for vaccination. 

I need to order like 6 sets of these damn things. Tying 3 pairs of skates all winter (and now rollerblades every day) gets pretty old. 

57 minutes ago, ThatCarGuy said:

No kidding. Trying to sell my G4 set and people are trying to push for $400 even though it has no wear spots, factory core stiffness (I didn’t bend them), and glove has a G5 palm because that’s all I could find. The knee binding is also repaired for them. 

Yeah it's a pretty mixed bag. Some understand how the platform works and are respectful. Others have no idea and lowball, or ask things like why shipping is so expensive. I had a buyer try to withhold funds on a blocker until he used it in a game to see how he liked it. Luckily SS automatically gives you your money after the buyer has the item for 72 hours.

I've had decent success flipping gear, mainly due to finding things way underpriced that I could try out and then resell at a decent margin.

Results vary though, I've also lost money or sat on items for ages before selling.

Like anything, there's sellers out there who are out for a dollar and don't really understand how the market works: https://sidelineswap.com/gear/hockey/goalie/goalie-full-sets/3186941-bauer-red-senior-34-regular-supreme-2s-pro-stock-goalie-full-set

Found a decent comparison of the two from THS's "review": https://www.thehockeyshop.com/blogs/goalie-gear-reviews/warrior-ritual-g5-pro-goal-leg-pad-review

Off the top of my head, G5 Sr will not have hypercomp, G4 pro will. G4 airslide stitching issue has been fixed on G5, outer roll shape is also different. 

19 hours ago, Puckstopper said:

Not too soon at all.  Screw Patrick!  I'm also a Wings fan and I couldn't be prouder that my team had his number and that two of our goalies kicked the tar out of him.

Edit:  I didn't mean that to sound quite a vicious as it did.   I don't lack respect for the man or his career achievements, I just know he didn't give a rip about anyone but his own team so I don't give a rip about him getting torched.  And of course, once he was in Colorado he was the mortal enemy. 

Terrible picture, but a sweet memory:

 

You love to see it. Some of my favorite childhood memories. This, the 7-0 destruction in game 7, and then Hasek finally getting his cup some days later. 

Nostalgia is basically the only thing keeping my fandom alive right about now lol.

7 minutes ago, Cool Runnings said:

So If I'm buying just one, should I go with the Shark 954, or the Potvin Mold PS? 

Also, what are the price differences? 

And can someone explain the strap choices?  I want a chin sling, but I mean the back hidden/vs no hidden?  I have an Eddy - Harrison replica and I just want the same thing.  What do I ask for?  

It'd be nice to get the cage already in White if that's an option for either maker as well.

Side Note: I've been told that wrapping doesn't need clear coating.  I dont get that...I see wrapped cars that have damage to the wrap and they dont seem to hold up.  I cant see how puck marks and skate dings wont tear or scuff or peel up edges on a wrap.  What am I missing?  My mask below was rattle can painted and then rattle can clear coated.  

I've never used a Shark so I can't compare the two. I will say that Michel is very easy to work with and his product is great. There's no price differences AFAIK for different molds, only for material type (fiberglass, fiberglass/kevlar combo, or full kevlar).

Hidden backplate straps just allow more of your backplate to show, so another area for artwork. It's just personal preference. I've attached a photo of my PS here with hidden straps for reference.

I've heard of other goalies getting their wrap clear coated. I personally didn't on mine and it's held up great thus far (JF Aumais did it, I had Michel ship my mask to him once it was complete. Super easy!).

They definitely want to stick out like that. I've never had it interfere or be a problem though, thus far. The other thing I've noticed is they'll also fold under the middle flap, which is an easy way to get rid of the issue. 

14 hours ago, Etienne Bonneau said:

Soon... 

Nice  Thanks, I'll keep an eye out for it!

@Etienne Bonneau can you guys make a 580 break glove by chance..?

19 hours ago, MTH said:

The ranger body is "sleeker", but at 211" long, the F-150 could be shorter in the 209" configuration. Width, I think they come in at the same (less the Raptor). Price? $24k for the Ranger with the F-150 at $26k.

It's not the Ranger of old anymore.

The Ranger being sleeker looks smaller, but is it? The F-150 is taller with a taller grill for sure.

The scale of the new vs the old is apparent. IT's what the market wants for sure.

And to make things even more confusing, they're coming out with a smaller truck: https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a35034259/2022-ford-maverick-future/

Seriously though, it's getting depressing. Another 3-5 years and the only options for new cars are gonna be econo-box SUVs/crossovers and trucks. 

With True and Warrior having deep-pocketed ownership, I'd think they'll both offer head to toe equipment in the next few years to compete with CCM and Bauer. If I remember correctly, aren't sticks and skates the most lucrative segment of the industry?

Warrior would be crazy to not enter the skate segment IMO, especially with the cred/tech of New Balance behind it. True will probably continue the Lefebvre mask design (made by Bombardier I think? unless that's an issue with CCM), and pants/CA's/accessories seem like an easy add-on for them.

Sorry to hear that. A similar thing happened here also: https://www.detroitnews.com/story/sports/2020/03/30/closure-michigan-roller-hockey-mecca-leaves-players-employees-heartbroken/2930210001/

I had actually signed my son up for hockey there as it was considerably cheaper than starting ice hockey, but he never got a chance to play before it closed. They also had a "yard sale" last year and sold everything off.

It's pretty crazy to see the slow death of roller hockey. Growing up we played 4-5 times a week at the outdoor rinks in Ferndale and Rochester Hills parks. Parking lots were full of cars, and always too many people wanting to skate. They were lighted so we'd often play until 10 PM. Anytime I've driven by now, they're empty and falling into disrepair. I still have my bag of Tour goalie pads somewhere.

Thanks for the reminder though, in the spring I'll make sure to get out there and show my kids what it's all about.

Agreed with Coop. I went from G2 Sr to G4 Pro w/Hypercomp. Definitely a lot stiffer thighrise on the G4, and rebounds are a lot harder. I wish I'd waited for G5 though, the overall pad seems noticeably nicer than my G4's. Airslide is pretty great, too. 

4 hours ago, ThatCarGuy said:

Nope! No upcharge listed despite all the changes I made I was surprised too 

4 hours ago, Drew37 said:

I wasn't upcharged for requesting a bigger size then was listed either.

Sweet, that's good to know! Thanks guys.

On 1/7/2021 at 10:28 PM, ThatCarGuy said:

Order placed! White pant color, black side stripes, and black logos

Is there an upcharge for nonstandard nylon colors and adding stripes? I'm pretty interested in these, for the price it seems like a great deal.

I've been using the Warrior wheeled bag for the past 2.5 years. It's holding up very well and all of my gear fits inside easily. 

1 hour ago, Chenner29 said:

IMO Warrior would need to ALSO be willing to pay an athlete to endorse the gear, AND be willing to extensively modify/clone gear (like they did with Roloson and Gustavsson).

Their stock gear is too far of a departure from what guys are currently wearing.

Agreed, most of the guys down to their early 20s would still be familiar with older pad styles of RBK/Itech/Bauer they would've worn starting out.

Warrior's windfall will come in another 5 years or so, with goalies who've grown up with the brand.

@A.YOUNGoalie13, FWIW @bunnyman666 replied to an earlier thread of yours with some info: 

Detroit's goalies at scrimmage yesterday.

Greiss:

Bernier:

Boyle:

Pickard:

The chest protector looks a bit more slimmed down...NHL spec possibly?

Guardian Angel Cages (he's on Facebook only I think, no website) just came out with a cateye for the Warrior mask. He may be able to make a certified style for you (albeit without any certification).