RichMan

@StevenC Oilers would be proud  

Are the off the shelf True 2 piece skates good enough for the genaral public? Do they compare to the non-custom 1S and 1X lines? Do they sit that much higher? 

Gatineau/Ottawa area is locked down. I was supposed to start in September. It got pushed to October. Now it's January if things improve. Otherwise it will feel like an NHL lockout.

I've missed a season before on account of injury. This time around is different and almost feels worse. I hope all this goes away soon cause it's really messing with my patience.

@ArdeFIN Size, not protection. The GT2 was beefed up IMO.

Aside from the visuals that you mentioned, I was informed that the G5 was slightly trimmed down (arm blocks and shoulder floaters).

I'm tempted in getting a CCM cheater cage to try on my Reidic as I'm told it's the closest fit. But before I drop the coin, how can I measure my current setup (all original parts) and compare sizing?

Anyone using a CCM cheater and can offer measurements?

My intentions were to buy a new mask and use it now, not spend on a build up project. The extra it would cost I could of purchased a more expensive mask with. The lack of follow through with my inquiry from Sportmask is very disappointing.

Not happy, sorry.

@Chenner29 it's not personal with nor at you, I'm just frustrated with the whole thing. 

Here are 2 pics showing both measurements in inches and centimeters. As you can see, the numbers put me in a medium. A small might run the side jaw edges too high near my actual jaw line. My opinion. 

I know how to measure @Chenner29, I'm not new to this game. Everyone I reached out to has asked me the same question. Sorry if I come across as an asshole, I just don't like to be made to feel like a schmuck.

One thing I'll say is, you have been the only one that has somewhat come through with valiant effort, so thank you for that.

Sportmask has NOT replied to my 2 messages through their website. They have responded on their Facebook page but then went MIA after I posted my pics. Reached out to Tony just for a little insight and touch base, MIA. The store I bought it from felt the pressure of losing a sale with my asking for a return/refund, that's when they asked for pics as well, then MIA.

CLEARLY, I would of profited of a better service from Sportmask if they would answer customer mail. Maybe it's because I didn't buy directly from them, I don't know. Either way, I spent $500 on a mask that doesn't fit my head/face well and I'm left with a sour taste in my mouth. 

3 hours ago, coopaloop1234 said:

Cages are usually ready to go. I just pay a premium to get them from Goalieparts.com or Coaliecages.com.

@mr_shifty1982 https://www.hockeymonkey.ca/goalie/masks/cages.html

All I see are certified cages. Except for the Warrior non-cert cat eye

His Facebook page shows quite a bit, and Google has a good view as well. 

I'm going to hit him up for a cage for my Reidic. 

On 9/16/2020 at 10:18 PM, Chenner29 said:

Per my last post, try loosening up the backplate to see if you can get a little more room.

Some guys crank down on the back plate so much, the front of their face gets squished into the mask.

Alternatively, it could also be that the mask is a smidge too wide for your face.  Maybe look a size down.  It's possible your cheeks aren't in optimal contact with the cheek padding. 
Try putting the mask on, grabbing the cage, and shaking the mask around.  Is there movement or does your head go with it?

How did you size it, what measurements did you use and how did you measure?

Pictures would help.  Front, side, and back with the mask on.

Tony is not involved at all with sales and service at Sportmask.  I'm told he has some input on design and operations, but that's about it.

 

Did that yesterday and there is some swishing around, enough that if I react to a backdoor move, it will move some.

18 hours ago, coopaloop1234 said:

Illegal to sell IN Canada. Not illegal to use, or to sell to Canadians.

Stupid HCAA 

@Flyers27 main eye opening is about the same as a typical cat eye. You just trade better vision in tight for the bars to slightly come in on the sides.

First game with it went well. It's slightly better than a typical cat eye. Though I took a shot off the cage and it popped a screw loose... 

Was the cage a custom order or did he just happen to have Bauer ones already made up? He also makes cheater cages.

On 9/24/2020 at 11:03 AM, conn6r said:

if you have the time go the protechsport route. Amazing customer service and great product. bonus for being canadian

It was somewhere in the back of my mind but the turn around times are excruciatingly long. I was hoping the X8 was going to be a quick fix. I was wrong. 

I might consider Michel and just continue with my Reidic for this season. 

23 hours ago, ULTIMA said:

You didn't try on anything?

You need to clarify your question please.

Well, as much as I tried and as much as I want to make it work, I think the mask is just not shaped right for me. Too bad.

With little chance of seeing Canadian made brands hands on before purchasing, it becomes more like pulling the trigger on a slot machine hoping to hit something. Solid build but no can do 

Has anyone reached out to Sportmask lately? Did they respond? Did it take long? Were they helpful?

Tried through the website, no response. Posted on their Facebook page, only got a "can you post pics". Even went as far as contacting Tony Priolo in private FB messenger, no response yet.

9 hours ago, Chenner29 said:

 

Please answer bolded in my post above and below.

Those cheeks look a little loose, but it's hard to tell because the closest shot you gave has the bars in the way.

Also provide your crown measurement (straight around the temples, across the forehead) in cm.
If you can provide a pic with the tape measure around your head and the numbers clearly visible, even better.

What size mask did you purchase?

Hard to tell with the angle, but the backplate does look pretty tight in there.  Leaning toward the mask being a bit too big for you at the moment.

Here is a great reason why you don't want your nose touching the cage...

 

I have yet to try the wiggle test. Maybe tonight. As for size, it's a medium. I followed the measuring instructions on the Sportmask website. I'm a 58cm and 1/4 almost 1/2.

Don't mind my pretty mug.

I'll mess with the backplate some more and see. 

So I bought a Sportmask to show my support to a Canadian company and the owner, Tony, which I've met years ago and now I find out he's not even involved anymore!?! WTF! Why?

1 hour ago, TitanG said:

How big is your nose (if you don't mind my asking)? I have an Eddy mask (GTII I think, size large) and I replaced the chin cup with one from Sportmask because I prefer feeling closer to the cage to improve peripheral sightlines. My nose gets close but doesn't touch (I have a long nose), though the mask is too wide so I had to add in extra cheek padding. Maybe see how a larger size fits you as well? I have heard of people using masks that have the cage in contact with the nose, so I don't think it's a huge deal other than you might get a nosebleed if you take a hard enough shot to that spot of the cage. 

I've heard of and seen some guys wearing the cage so close it seems unwise and have been warned by their trainers/coaches, and this was in the pros. I had the mask shipped from Toronto to Gatineau. Spending on back and forth shipping like that doesn't fancy me. Had it been local, that would be a different story.

I'm trying to get a hold of Tony at Sportmask but he's not easy to track down.

57 minutes ago, Chenner29 said:

Your nose should not be touching the cage.

Loosen the backplate to see if it improves.  If it doesn't you should get a larger size

I believe a large would be too loose on the cheeks and temples. 

So I got me a X8 mask (cert. cage). Fit is good but not like a glove of course. Not going the custom route for now.

My issues/concerns are: my nose touches the front bars. Anyone else? And the chin cup is thinner than I expected. Anyone suffer a cut upon impact?

Any news on these bad boys? Use, comfort, durability and safety feedback?