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I'm really liking it, and am using it full time now. It's very different than a 580 though. I had an Eflex 6 580 and I loved the large pocket and how it sucked up pucks, but it felt big and cumbersome to me and I couldn't completely get used to it so I sold it. Right now I have the True L20.2 590 and the Axis XF (which is an evolution of the 590). They're very similar in break angle and pocket shape, but the Axis has the new CCM backhand and index and pinky finger loops and crossform strap. The break is also more of a crease as opposed to the traditional popsicle stick 2 edged break, and it takes some care to break it in properly. Overall I think it's awesome. Really comfortable, and in general I would call the Axis XF "softer" than the True. It just catches really well. More broadly, this glove is a massive improvement over the Eflex 6 581 (which I owned) and the Axis 2 591, which were sort of 1st gen versions of this new CCM glove design. As an example, the thumb angle has been fixed so you get less pop outs, and the internals feel much better. It's not perfect, but it's pretty darn good and I'll be curious to see how it's received once more people start using them.

I would agree with this. I've been using my eflex 6 set all year and just got a set of px3's and I honestly can't tell which pair is lighter. They're nearly identical. So at this point I think it come down to fit and feel and what works best with your game. But yeah I'm looking forward to checking out the axis xf pads as well.

You can see in my pic, especially near the ankle, the outline of the ppf strip. It's very minimal in height but runs the length of the skate. You don't have to wrap the whole skate, just in the spots where it wears. All the scuffs are on the ppf material, and I'm probably due for a new strip. No issues with it peeling away and you can hardly even see it. Easy to do.

That jock needs to be fully dialed in for maximum five hole coverage.

Hahaha don't think I haven't considered it! Maybe I'll wait until our first playoff game

Definitely looking forward to comparing these to my EF6 set, which I love but wish had a little less torsional flex. And I don't want to go in cold with these on in a league game so I'll have to wait until my Wednesday scrimmage to try them out.

More new px3's, just arrived today

I finally got to take this out for a spin tonight and it may actually be an incredible glove. The pocket is great, fit is fantastic, and it funnels pucks. Pocket presence and where it sits in space really matches my natural hand position. It's still early, but my initial impressions are super positive.

I stand corrected! Not as steep as I thought it was.

Some interesting general observations re: True production times - currently the customizer shows a wait time of only 5-7 weeks, and both Goal tec in Saskatchewan and United Sport & Cycle in Edmonton have received a boat load of domestic True sets (Hzrdus & Px3). So it seems either their supply chain issues have been addressed or there's just been a dip in demand. At any rate, bodes well for anyone wanting to purchase or order.

I don't remember exactly, but I'm pretty sure it was a minimum $100 USD? If anyone else remembers and I'm way off, please correct me.

Yup, I do that as well on my eflex 6 pads and it works great. I also had a tiny cut on my glove so I just sealed it up with a small piece of PPF.

I had this same problem, looked at that same instagram post, then saw the price and instantly crossed that off the list, haha. I went with ppf tape and it's done the trick very nicely. You can't even see it since it looks like the glossy finish of the skate. I'd say give it a try.

Incredibly impressive

The proof will be in actually using it, but if this glove turns out to be bad it won't be because it won't close or can't be worked in properly! Haha.

It's coming along nicely PXL_20240309_200820107.TS.mp4

It definitely has potential and is an improvement over the previous model! Methods are pretty straightforward. Wrapped closed with a ball in the pocket and butt end in the palm, and tied further down towards the wrist to try and properly shape the closure near the bottom of the palm, and then spread open with a butt end. (The end of that sentence just sounds wrong). Next will be baking it, and then tying it shut again. Rinse and repeat!

Okay, phew. Thanks much appreciated

Glove has arrived early! Here's some pics right out of the box. First impressions are that it is WAY more comfortable than the original Axis 2 591 and the ef6 581. No issue getting my hand in, and that crazy thumb angle is gone. The internals are much softer and feels really nice. Finger loops are also greatly improved from a comfort and fit standpoint. Crossform strapping is as you'd expect, really nice fit. The palm "bump" has been reduced and doesn't feel awkward. The glove backside is loose and doesn't restrict closure. Not impossible to close, but absolutely needs to be baked, worked in, and properly shaped. I've got some work to do. Final question...is this the pro or senior version? This is a warranty claim and I stipulated I wanted the Axis XF Pro, but that was back in the fall. Have they dropped "Pro"? Or did I I get stuck with the senior model?

Hellebuyck gave a great interview in October on "After Hours" which for all the non Canadian folks is a post Hockey Night In Canada interview segment after the late game. It's one of the better goalie interviews I've seen in terms of honesty and non BS answers, and in particular he talks about his style and how he plays - at one point even just candidly stating there's not way he can do the splits and how his style is constructed in a way that doesn't require it. Professional is a great way to describe it.

Did you get a chance to use it, or even throw a puck or a ball into it? Or was this strictly trying it on in a store...

Nice. Well, I will provide full feedback when mine arrives. Based on your impressions I'm feeling cautiously optimistic.

Well this is excellent news...do tell. How does it compare to the Axis 2 you've been using?

I just got a fedex tracking number for my Axis XF glove that has shipped. Scheduled to arrive Monday

I'm 6'1 and use a 24 inch CCM. The shorter paddle just frees up your movement especially in a lower stance and in the butterfly