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I'm not that huge of a gear whore... haha
Skates:
Graf G70 Ultra - got them custom made for my wide feet, they fit like a charm and were expensive. got them extra stiff and blacked out so I don't have any silver flashing on the skates. swapped the holders to ls2 (on vapors and supremes)
Graf 709 - retail extra wide, a little snug in the toe box thats why I opted for the g70's. again swapped holders and steel to ls2
Nike Bauer XV-R' Roller Skates - picked em up at sportchek. I guess they do the trick.
Helmet:
Nike Bauer 8500 aka Astronaut Helmet. This is probably going to get replaced soon with a RBK 6k helmet. It fits well but the memory foam on the inside is getting a bit gross.
Visor:
Itech X100. The ones that are replaceable. It's a pretty sweet visor, covers well. Doesn't fog up too much because of the venting system at the top. And one lenses lasted me a good 1.5 years. Bang for your buck. Its expensive at first but worth it in the end.
Gloves:
Nike Bauer Pro Rolls. Simply put, they are amazing. Well if you like the looser fit. I have wide hands and these are just the ones. The palms have lasted me a long time on the first pair. The outside of the glove are still in great condition, a few loose threads here and there but other than that they are money! No wrist restrictions whatsoever, therefore called 4rolls.
Shoulders:
CCM Vector 10. Tried these on and fell in love with them. I know they're a bit overkill but really I play defense and the guys I play with crank them with no mercy. Not the lightest shoulder pads but most def the most mobile. No restrictions when moving my arms or going in for a clapper. Super protective, not making money playing this game might as well be able to play it for a long time.
Shins:
CCM Vector 10. Bought these because they were the ones wide enough to fit me properly. I had RBK 6k's before which were perfect for protection, but they were 1inch too short. Which led to a nasty MCL injury and I knew I had to upgrade. Nice removable liner, rock hard, can't complain.
Elbows:
Graf 500's. I totally regret getting these things. They felt amazing in the store, but in terms of protection, it really isn't there.They keep sliding down my arm and become forearm protectors! So I got fed up with them for a shift and ripped them off, and boom sloose footed and landed on my right elbow, its been roughly 2 months and I don't have pain in it anymore. I ordered some CCM Vector 10's but the large is a bit tight. Those are for sale if anyone would like. They look like they are some serious stuff. Special straps to keep it in place and not move around. Wish they fit.
Pants:
Nike Bauer XX-Lite. Most mobile pants ever, with not so great protection. The kidney area and spin are decent, but around the leg is horrible. It's like wearing a pair of shorts with a piece of plastic in the front to protect your thigh. Other than that, just get lucky and get out of the way. Countless number of bruises from these things. They gotta go! Gonna try a new two piece next. Girdle and pant shell combo. If anyone is using this setup right now let me know how its going!
Sticks:
This is where it gets whorey.
Easton Stealth CNT Grip Forsberg 100 Flex (whipped out prolly 80ish now)
CCM Vector U+ Grip Recchi 100 Flex (Primary)
Innovative True One Federov 105-110 Flex (this thing is super stiff)
CCM Vector 10 Shaft + Warrior Dolo Blade Federov (85 flex)
Warrior AK 27 Shaft + CCM Recchi Blade (Roller Hockey Stick)
Bauer VI Grip St. Louis 100 Flex (Impulse buy, totally regretting it)
Out of all these sticks my favorite is the U+. Loved my easton but it just died on me and I can't handle a light flex. I am looking to get rid of all these sticks.
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