wcbrinkerhoff
03-22-2006, 07:04 PM
I got a new pair of blades and boots, and tried them out for the first time today. They are the mens bronze something from Riedell and I got the Wilson Excels.... The boots are hard as a rock, and are going to be a b**** to break in! I never had riedells, but I thought I would give them a try, their great--super comfortable. Its just the top of the boot really irritated my lower calf.
It's true what people say about a bigger toe pick. That thing was getting in the way.. it took me about an hour until I got used to it. But, my salchows where way better--they just grab the ice effortlessly.
The only problem is my spins are not very good on them. I cant seem to find the sweet spot.. if I elevate myself too much, that freaking toe pick grabs the ice.. Its going to take a bit of adjusting, but overall, I skated 1000X better.
It's true what people say about a bigger toe pick. That thing was getting in the way.. it took me about an hour until I got used to it. But, my salchows where way better--they just grab the ice effortlessly.
The only problem is my spins are not very good on them. I cant seem to find the sweet spot.. if I elevate myself too much, that freaking toe pick grabs the ice.. Its going to take a bit of adjusting, but overall, I skated 1000X better.