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1 hour ago, ThatCarGuy said:

Absolutely adoring this G6 set though I should've gotten a nylon pocket instead of lace

Always glossed over Warrior line but this speaks to me. Nice work.

6 minutes ago, creasecollector said:

Unreal!

And you know what to do.... complete the look.  

Skate saves only?

18 hours ago, Lucky Pucker said:

Looking good in the crease there. Much better movement than I can manage (hence posting stills vice video from my game - lol!)

Thanks man!! Honestly, it was the first time I felt somewhat validated about my "speed". Watching LiveBarn video is always soul crushingly slow 

17 hours ago, Chenner29 said:

My brother in TRUE

Lookin good dude

Thanks bud. Absolutely loving the 12.2s (until I succumb to inner voice for PX ugrade...)

Quick little sequence from a recent St. Patty’s tournament. My once a year daytime game photo op!

17 hours ago, creasecollector said:

Because the price was right and was an fantastic update from my older Bauer 3000's. 

I bought these a few years back and they are still going strong. 

Sorry just realized my intended post didn’t take! The question was why not the newer vertex (I was expecting the newer vertex holder based on your prior post). Was curious why you didn’t try those out. Looks like they are favored by most True 2-piece users (although admittedly there are still some pros holding out with prior gen cowling vertex like yours). Is the weight difference negligible  vs vertex holder even though it’s a cowling?

2 hours ago, creasecollector said:

These are my wheels. I bought it new-to-me so no installation needed. The cowlings size will fit up to a half size down from the stated size. These are an yaround a size 6.5-7 skate and the sized 7 cowling fits. I beleive these are the 2nd gen True boots, not the first. 

Why?

@Chenner29 do you have any line of sight on latest gen 1 Piece true attack angle vs prior gen? I don’t think they added height to the holder, but I think I read somewhere that they thinned out the inner boot profile or something like that?

And if anyone else out there using the latest 1 piece True coming from prior gen, can you attest to this? Any noticeable other improvements? I assume they probably shaved off some weight somehow too…

On 3/13/2023 at 1:02 PM, creasecollector said:

I went from old Bauer 3000's to a True 2-piece with a Bauer Supreme Vertexx cowling. The different going in was pretty big, but the adjustment wasn't as hard as I thought it would be. A few drop-in skates to get used to the new height and you'll be fine. The biggest adjustment for me was the new stiffness, as my old skates were super soft.

I’m in a True 1 piece now (not current offering but prior Gen circa 2020). I’m thinking my next skate will just be the current/newest Gen 1 piece True, but I too have been eyeing a slightly taller setup vs the 1 piece.

I’d naturally look to the True 2 piece but then it begs the question of holder. It looks like an overwhelming majority of guys at various pro/elite levels go with a True custom boot and Bauer vertex holder. Anyone have a guess as to why that is? Especially now that True revamped their own two piece “shift” holder?

I’m not sure what the height delta is between the 1 piece and 2 piece true skates but it appears significant. 

5 hours ago, turbototts said:

New set. Super light and move really well. Stiff is an understatement. The glove is a 600 pro palm and closes really well out of the box. Really happy with the move.

Nice set! I went 12.2 and love them though given option I’d likely go PX3 just cause I like new shiny things.

what’s the deal with the thinned out behind the knee elastic? Is that new default style or did you customize that? The 12.2 version is much thicker but I can see slimmer being more comfortable.

1 hour ago, coopaloop1234 said:

 

This seems like a product that isn't needed. How does this improve on:

1. Just carrying your pads like a man
or
2. Attaching them to your girly wheely bag

 

Honest answers only. Since they make quality goalie bags that comfortably fit all your gear and can be carried over your shoulder (i.e. Brown’s has stood test of time), why carry pads separately? Balancing pads and a bag just never made sense to me. It’s hard enough to maneuver through doors and doorways with one item balanced on your shoulder…

5 minutes ago, coopaloop1234 said:

My 25" Warrior is close to 26" using this measurement above. Both on my V1 Pro and M2 Pro. 

 

Thanks! I was hoping that was the case. I might have to give that a try then. 

5’10” using Warrior V1 Pro+ pro return that measures 26.5” from top of paddle to bottom blade edge. That’s the Pro Stock Hockey measuring method which makes the most sense to me and is universal.

Since these pro returns are few and far between, does anyone here happen to have a newer Warrior 25” that to they could measure using the pro stock hockey method? I have a new Warrior V2 Pro 26” but the paddle is a little longer than prefer.

see below pic for Pro Stocks measure method. I think if the heel is rounded you just assume it’s not, meaning you would measure to a point where the bottom edge blade was extended and squared off.

1 hour ago, RichMan said:

So what is the equivalent of a 401K in Canada? Is it a RRSP or a TFSA or other?

I’ve only lived and worked in US so I couldn’t say. This is one of a few US savings “vehicles” that is essentially offering pre tax contributins and tax deferred growth until you’re at retirement age.  You get taxed the distributions but this will in theory be when you’re retired and at a much lower tax rate. The 401k is offered through an employer, usually a mid to large size company. There are other similar vehicles for sole proprietors and small businesses. Different names but they do the same thing.

Good stuff. I think the two prong approach is pretty sound - 401k contributions (set it and forget it) and start your own discretionary investing “fund”. My 401k/retirement goes into mostly broad indexes / mutual funds with longer term view, and the discretionary investing mantra (for me) is just stick to what I know, which is commercial real estate. Whatever returns I get I just do my best to roll into the next one. Don’t need to swing for the fences every time.

On 1/17/2022 at 1:50 PM, ThatCarGuy said:

We’re over 20 games into the season and this weekend was my first time dressing for a home game. It’s been a rough year since I’ve only played 10 minutes. Anyways we had an actual photographer come out

All pictures are just of warmups because I didn’t play. 

Bucket looks great! What make/model is that?

On 1/10/2022 at 8:59 PM, dstew29 said:

Price drop 10% to $449

Price drop to $425, free shipping. Get it while it’s hot!

On 1/8/2022 at 8:05 AM, dstew29 said:

I posted on Sideline Swap so pics and full description found below. Big takeaway is the glove. Dennis at Factory MAD fixed internals and closure is amazing. He also relaced pocket with skate lace. Blocker palm is excellent with no rips or major wear areas. Both mitts are in excellent shape and broken in nicely.

Asking $499 on SidelineSwap w/ free shipping. The glove mod was $200 w shipping on my end alone. Motivated to sell these. Any questions let me know!

https://sidelineswap.com/gear/hockey/goalie/goalie-gloves-blockers/4026507-ccm-pro-stock-varlamov-extreme-flex-eflex-iii-pro-glove-and-blocker-set?referral_code=Dstew29232

Price drop 10% to $449

I posted on Sideline Swap so pics and full description found below. Big takeaway is the glove. Dennis at Factory MAD fixed internals and closure is amazing. He also relaced pocket with skate lace. Blocker palm is excellent with no rips or major wear areas. Both mitts are in excellent shape and broken in nicely.

Asking $499 on SidelineSwap w/ free shipping. The glove mod was $200 w shipping on my end alone. Motivated to sell these. Any questions let me know!

https://sidelineswap.com/gear/hockey/goalie/goalie-gloves-blockers/4026507-ccm-pro-stock-varlamov-extreme-flex-eflex-iii-pro-glove-and-blocker-set?referral_code=Dstew29232

11 hours ago, creasecollector said:

The king of flow.

More lettuce than a vegan farmers market

On 11/6/2021 at 5:44 PM, Silence said:

Pads are open knee, below knee strapping. Glove is 580 break, skate lace single T. Pro palm. Blocker is…..blocker 

How is the glove closure? Mine is 590, double T game ready w/ xtra and still having a hard time breaking it in. It was hard to close when I got it. Better now but still a ways to go I’d say…

10 hours ago, cuprajake said:

I dont get the attraction to the true brand, its old tech, expensive and the company really dont seem to have a clue or give a shit about the customer..

 

My set took 26 weeks (6 weeks longer than what I was quoted back in early April), so I definitely share some of the last sentiment about not prioritizing retail client orders while they pump out pro and junior sets by the hundreds. The first part though? CCM licenses Lefevre gear > Lefevre goes solo > True acquires Lefevre. Ipso facto, CCM (and previously Reebok) gear has been Lefevre gear for decades so CCM has been old tech this whole time?  The latest Lefevre/True gear is an evolution of the last CCM lines they put out. How could this be "old tech"? No digi-print? Honestly though, what about the pads are old tech? My 12.2 are the lightest pads I've ever held and craftsmanship/construction looks second to none (time will tell if this holds up). The FRS is an adaptation that I personally think it a huge "tech" enhancement vs other brands and even prior CCM leg channel strapping...

2 hours ago, coopaloop1234 said:

28 weeks is some great turn around apparently

Haha is it weird that I’m thankful it was only 28? Just offering some much needed hope to the masses!

Unboxing pics to follow soon but very happy to report that my 4/15 True order is in the mail to me.

concept pics and post production! Decided to keep it classic but very happy with the end result:

On 8/16/2021 at 10:09 AM, coopaloop1234 said:

Plus Lefevre gear is junk anyways.

Haha, we'll never know....

Luckily for me, my rep is now saying my set should be in any day!!

50 minutes ago, southpawtendy48 said:

Here’s the shell, once it’s done it’s being sent off to a painter  

Just curious, assuming the painter is keeping blue base? Figured they always want the shell white even if they go dark later…