Now, the boots are 125's, which is what I had before, they are just a full size smaller for me this time. But there are a couple of customizations I'd like to point out. Obviously, the grey leather is custom. But 125's are also known as RS-1000's, because that is normally written on the side of the skate. But I had them replace that very unexciting stamp with the Riedell script logo, found on the 265's, 195's, 126's and 695's.
And the final customization on the boot is it's awesome leather lining. Usually the boot comes stock with a cambrelle lining, which is okay but not as soft and pliable as a leather lining. This change should make the break-in of the boot faster and better, as well as prolong the life of the boot itself, so it's kind of awesome.
Another thing I am excited about is the plates. Not only are they an awesome green colour, but there is something particularly special about them. They are 45* trucks. Right now, they are single action, but one day, hopefully soon, they will be 45* Double Action trucks. This, I've heard, is awesome. So I can't wait to try them. But first I'll have to get the pivot cups that will allow me to use the trucks on these plates. So here are the plates in their single action glory.
So far, they are doing well, except for some tightness at the toes, which I resolved by heating the leather on the inside and outside of the boot a little and then tying them on and skating around the house. I've also got a couple of blisters on the inside of my right foot, which will hopefully heal and resolve with the boot breaking in a bit more.
If I wish I had done one thing, I think it would have been to narrow the heel. As it stands, my heel slips a bit. But they are still miles ahead of the fit of my old boots. In fact, I used my old boots in a scrimmage on Wednesday and I was surprised that my calves were actually tired because of the extra room in the boot.
No comments:
Post a Comment