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Great share! I would agree that the Tydan and Step Steel blades are taller than the LS5G. For me, I was not concerned about adding height (I'm 6ft) so I think I cover a good amount of net. For me, focus was keeping a sharper edge longer and providing more durability when the blade hits the posts. If I hit the post a couple times with my normal blades and they are toast. I'm still loving the LS5G blades. Great investment.
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I’ve got the same chesty and I’m mixed on it positive/negative. I find it’s big so it does cover holes and is good in the shoulder area. Negative is the side to back of arms. I’ve had one buckle on the arm break from a shot and some stingers/bruises in the bicep and tricep area above the elbow pad. There is no padding in the tricep area. If I could upgrade I’d probably go with Vaughn Velocity Pro chesty.
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So Custom Cages incorporates your images with those stripes etc. So no overlapping to make it look cheap and unprofessional. But I will say I do have one piece that overlaps slightly that you can barely notice. It also has had no issues with adhesion. Hope that helps in your decision. For the price, value, look and durability you can’t go wrong. I’ll never pay big bucks for a painted mask.
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Yes, they provide two sheets and each of the pieces have been cut for you. Thanks for the complements! I wish I could have 2-3 masks to rotate. If I had the choice I would go with the following art: 1. Venom or Carnage - get a black mask with Venom decals 2. Go Retro 80's with Robotech theme - get some pics of Veritechs, skull and cross bones logo for Skull 1 etc. 3. Aliens - Predator Mask
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I’ve also done Custom Cages and they are exceptional. I paid $80 for custom art work that they did for me “ Star Wars theme” and it was well worth the price. Over a year later, no peeling. It’s waterproof and does not chip from puck shots or sticks hitting my mask. What’s great is that if it does get damaged or you get bored you just peel off and order a new one.
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I put these Brian's straps aside when I bought my Brian's Optiks because they were too long. I have a shortened version of them (purchased separately but same type) that go through my front skate hole then back through the middle skate hole and velcro together on top of my skate laces. I have had no issues at all and I love them. They offer good flex but not as restrictive as the Warrior strap I've used before or laces. Easier on your knees and ankles. I have no issues with it coming loose as it is a double velcro capture. This really helps as snow and ice can build up and if it was a single velcro I could see how it would fail. No issues with putting them on and easy to take off.
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Sliding is exceptional. Compared to my prior set of Warrior Pro Ritual G2's it's night and day. In fact, I'm having to adjust my slides and pushes at times because I go too far. But to be honest I would prefer that especially in circumstances where I have trouble effectively planting my skate for a push, or poor ice conditions (slushy ice, or snowy ice). From what I've heard these Optik pads would compare very closely to how the new Bauer pads slide. Without trying CCM Speedskin I can't confirm but I've heard that the Opliks are a little quicker. For me personally, as a new goalie (only 10 months in) the improved sliding has been a game changer for me. I've been able to really increase my lateral speed. Also the seal to the ice with the Optiks is very tight. I'm not giving up as many 5-hole or under the pad goals. I think that can be attributed to the stiffness of the pad.
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That's one of the reasons I went with a black weave/mesh on the sides with my new Brian's Optiks. The white will just get so dirty from rusty posts and pucks and it's much harder to clean that material versus other areas of your pads. I still prefer a predominately white pad on the front and like @Snowman30 leverage the Magic Eraser to clean the pads up from time to time. If anyone has another other safe cleaning product to leverage please let me know. I have had to use Googone in the past on pads when stick tape has caused some sticky scuffs and that has worked well.
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Here is my video on my first impressions of my new Brian's Optik gear that I finally received last week. This review is prior to taking them on the ice. 1. Blocker - solid blocker and huge improvement from my Bauer S170 with respect to finger protection. Weight is exactly the same so very light. 2. Glove - I've been in love with this glove ever since I tried it on. It is heavier than my Bauer S170 but all other aspects exceed expectations so far. Really like the double-T and it's actually more broken in than my Bauer which I've had for 10 months! The Boa system is fantastic as I can get the exact custom fit with just a twist. The glove also opens fully up to ensure proper air circulation for drying. 3. Pads - can't wait to slide on these things. The knee stack, sliding, and stiffness will be an improvement. I also think that that seal on the ice will be improved especially for 5-hole shots. Regardless of how I play in them they look awesome. 4. Knee pads - undecided. Will test the knee pads in the coming weeks.