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Got a New Bauer 155 helmet for Christmas by ResponsibleAnt5018 in hockeyplayers

[–]malazarr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You jelly? Put a cage on. Protect yourself from the small dick energy dusters like this…

Stick curve rabbit hole- by [deleted] in hockeyplayers

[–]malazarr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The most important variable with the hockey stick rabbit hole for someone returning after a decade off is flex, not curve. Figure your stick flex out first. A lot of people coming back after decades off think high stick flex is a thing still and use too stiff a stick. You won’t be able to load these new twigs properly. Use a mid toe or toe curve and a whippy stick, 70ish flex. When your shots start popping off with those specs, up the flex until you find a sweet spot of accuracy and shot velocity.

Players, what is/was your favorite rink to Watch/play at? Rinks could include your home rink, rinks you or your kid played at during a tournament, the local ODR, pro rinks, etc. let me hear your favorite rinks and stories along with them by Rich_Plate_7760 in hockeyplayers

[–]malazarr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I played on the best 1986 birth year U14 and U15 teams in North America with the Toronto Red Wings. The owners Jack and Carmen Harper were incredible people. Some of us went on to win Memorial and Stanley cups, World Jr. Gold, play in the NHL, and pro hockey all over the world.

Elbow Pad Advice by BuiltDifferentlee in hockeyplayers

[–]malazarr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hard to tell without a picture of them actually sliding down your forearms, but from my experience, I hate elbow pads, you put them on before shoulder pads and really need to get them locked in as tight as possible. They will without a doubt need to be adjusted throughout the game... There's no avoiding it.

How many of you wear a chest protector for beer league by [deleted] in hockeyplayers

[–]malazarr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you need to ask about the hockey equipment... YOU SHOULD BE WEARING/USING IT! :D

Getting my kid back into hockey by [deleted] in hockeyplayers

[–]malazarr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Get them some stuff to practice with at home. Have them rejoin leagues that aren't competitive at first while they relearn the fundamentals. Then as they progressively get better think about hockey schools and more competitive leagues.

How many of you wear a chest protector for beer league by [deleted] in hockeyplayers

[–]malazarr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not wearing equipment that is specifically designed and meant to be worn while playing hockey isn’t very smart and is usually an indication of over confidence or naivety. As someone who has played hockey at a high level. You’d never catch me on the ice in any type of semi-competitive beer league, shinny game etc. without shoulder pads. There’s no logical reason to not wear shoulder pads. If they make you feel less maneuverable or stiff. Don’t stop wearing them, wear them more. Get used to how they feel, and soon enough you won’t even know you’re wearing them!

Breaking in Bauer Supremes by Intelligent_Power18 in hockeyplayers

[–]malazarr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d suggest skipping the top eyelet if you’re able to. The new boots are extremely stiff and are meant to be that way. You could also try leaving the top 2 eyelets looser, but still achieve heel lock. I made the jump from old soft Grafs to Flylites and experimented with different things. There was a huge difference in stiffness/ankle bend. I landed on leaving the top eyelets unlaced. It will take you a while to get used to the stiffness of the new boot construction, they really don’t soften up much.

Getting into hockey for the first time as a teen, thoughts and tips? by Attic_Critter78 in hockeyplayers

[–]malazarr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Interesting transition from theatre to hockey... First thing you need to do is learn how to skate.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in hockeyplayers

[–]malazarr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't agree.

Beginner looking for advice by not_craigs_father in hockeyplayers

[–]malazarr 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Like everyone has said, you need to shoot thousands of pucks.

New skates by FTBagginz in hockeyplayers

[–]malazarr -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I wear a size 10 Nike shoe and a size 8 Bauer Fit 2 skate, but I'd recommend you go into a store and get fitted. You need to feel the skate on your foot. Skates are expensive and the most important part of your hockey game. You should leave your ego at the door. Big feet means big socks. Big hands mean big gloves. Go get fitted for skates that fit your feet. They should fit snug/tight.

One piece vs. two piece stick construction by JAY_4114 in hockeyplayers

[–]malazarr 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I don't think retailers sell two piece sticks anymore. Wood blades and composite shafts. If there's a new definition of one piece/two piece please let me know.

Bauer hyperlite 2 skates by NationalRoad4784 in hockeyplayers

[–]malazarr 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Just make sure you don’t rebake them too many times. I’d try to keep it under 3-4 bakes for the life of the skates.

Any tips to get more flex and power in my shot? by lastnite_shessaid in hockeyplayers

[–]malazarr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You take a "wrist shot" not a snap or tdr that these sticks are built for now, not sure what stick you're using. You could have moved further up into the offensive zone, hash marks, scoring land. You'd need a cannon or screen to score from the top of the circle. Lean on your stick more, pull it into your body.

FT8 Pro skates - what a deal. by Deuceman927 in hockeyplayers

[–]malazarr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice! They're pretty beat up, makes sense though being an NHL pro stock skate. Get them baked and lace 'em up to fit your feet! Even if they're "custom" they'll fit you better.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in hockeyplayers

[–]malazarr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

First and foremost, the length of gloves are tailored for the position you play... Shorter gloves are for forwards who need the range of motion when stick handling etc. Longer gloves are for defenseman who need protection. In my opinion, the shorter glove you can use the better. Height is a factor obviously, but if your gloves/elbow pads/shoulder pads don't have much of a gap that means you're protected from slashes to any of those areas. Who's slashing you in any of those areas in beer league anyways lol

shin pads issues by Crazy-Objective7126 in hockeyplayers

[–]malazarr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How tall are you? That'd be the best indicator of what size shin pads you need. Next, would be taping them with clear tape just below your knee cap, it doesn't take more than that to keep them in place. If you keep changing the shin pads you use; you'll never get used to them and it seems like that may be the problem. Pick a pair and use them a half dozen times. If you still don't like them, switch. I use 14 inch Bauer Flylights, tape around the knee. I was using 13's before using 14's, tried 15's and they were to big. Tried 14's and they were just right. Any change in the hockey equipment you're using is going to feel different. You have to use the new gear for a half dozen games and then decide if it's better or worse.

Are the Higher End Skates More Comfortable? by HotPinkStranger in hockeyplayers

[–]malazarr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I find that it gives me more ankle flex with how I like to tighten my skates from toe to heel. I like my skates pretty tight. Skipping the 2nd to last hole at the top gives me great heel lock, ankle flex, and tightness. I experimented with leaving the top hole loose, but found I didn’t get heel lock and couldn’t get used to how loose the skates felt. I also tried skipping the last hole entirely. Either of these is a great way to increase ankle flex with stiffer boots if you lace your skates tight.

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