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I thought I read that helmets don't really do much to prevent concussions, they're more about preventing skull fractures.
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The Virginia Tech helmet testing has actually been updated and the best rated one is $300 http://www.beam.vt.edu/helmet/helmets_hockey.php https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MX0q40f79I0
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Aug 30, 2017 19:26
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No hockey helmet on the market will protect you from a fall like that, no matter how expensive it is. If you fall like a tree and slam the back of your head on the ground, you're likely going to get a concussion. The problem (same with football players despite wearing much larger helmets with much more padding) is that once your brain is up to speed, skating in one direction, any sudden stop or change in direction (hitting the ice or being checked) causes your brain to move. Padding inside the helmet attempts to create a slowing buffer between the exterior of the helmet and your head but the reality is that there isn't enough padding to create the time needed to slow your head down to prevent your brain from slamming forward. Unfortunately the helmet would likely be huge and look something like this  Helmets mainly protect players from pucks and sticks, and minor bumps/contact. Thats about all they're good for. Bicycle helmets are 90% collapsible foam and meant to be thrown away if they are worn in an accident. Hockey helmets need to be more durable or else they would need to be replaced on such a frequent basis that hockey would be even more ungodly expensive than it already is. Personally, it seems like making a helmet with cheap/effective padding that can be replaced every few months (or after a major head collision) makes more sense but the companies wouldn't sell many helmets. Please don't take this as a "helmets are bad" because gently caress ... wear a goddam helmet. But don't assume they are going to do more than they are designed for (which isn't much).
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Aug 30, 2017 19:28
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Gonna buy that puck hat for my wife when she comes to our games. Is there any place to find older model sticks? I have a warrior stick with a Pavelski curve which I love. Just afraid of it breaking with the start of a new season. Or if anyone has a similar curve recommendation.
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Aug 30, 2017 20:06
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I think that learning the "code" for a curve is better than tying it to the player's name, because not all brands use the same players' names for the same curves. http://www.icewarehouse.com/blade_desc.html?styleref=147173&brandcat=WARRCURVES A quick google search brought me this.
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Aug 30, 2017 20:09
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sellouts posted:In what capacity? Comfort? That and basic contact protection. Like somebody said, if you're taking a swan dive into the ice it doesn't really matter, but the high grade stuff protects better for more typical encounters
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Aug 30, 2017 20:09
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Verman posted:Helmets mainly protect players from pucks and sticks I got a concussion from a dude jousting me in the cage with his stick while he tried to skate past me, that was fun. I probably would have had a better chance not sustaining a concussion if I didn't have any facial protection, as my head would have had less of a whiplash effect since his blade would have ploughed through my eye socket and come to a more gradual stop. Lesson learned for next time!
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Verman posted:No hockey helmet on the market will protect you from a fall like that, no matter how expensive it is. If you fall like a tree and slam the back of your head on the ground, you're likely going to get a concussion. This is really good to know. Thanks!
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Hockles posted:I think that learning the "code" for a curve is better than tying it to the player's name, because not all brands use the same players' names for the same curves. Yeah sorry I was at work trying to remember what I could. I've used that before but I really like the feel of the Warrior sticks so wanted to stay with them.
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Aug 30, 2017 21:55
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topenga posted:Alternatively, took a puck straight to the face in my $350+ goalie bucket. Felt nothing. Yes, but if you fell back on the backplate, you'd still likely get a concussion. So how is goaltending in Austin these days?
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Bradf0rd posted:Yes, but if you fell back on the backplate, you'd still likely get a concussion. So how is goaltending in Austin these days? Ooooh, good point on the backplate. I'm frustrated that I'm not learning fast enough and that my confidence is so very low. Then I have to remind myself I have literally been on the ice in full gear less than 10 times. I'm not going to just magically be able to butterfly and pop right back up. My knees and hips are 42 years old. They hate me every day. I did have one guy in C2 essentially say "Hurry up and learn because we have no goalies." So that's motivation to keep trying. 
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Got a new All-Black Ab 88 with the 72 flex. I've been using one but with an 80 flex for the past two-three seasons. I cut my sticks pretty short usually though so I thought I'd go even lighter on the flex this time and see how that feels. They are nice sticks though. The blade on my original one is getting a little dinged up now but I've had it for I think two or three seasons now and it hasn't broken which is nice since I play d and my sticks tend to take a beating. Definitely a solid stick for a reasonable price.
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Ginette Reno posted:Got a new All-Black Ab 88 with the 72 flex. I've been using one but with an 80 flex for the past two-three seasons. I cut my sticks pretty short usually though so I thought I'd go even lighter on the flex this time and see how that feels. One of my teammates swears by All Blacks. He has a 100 flex that he thinks broke somewhere around the start of our summer season but it never broke apart so ke keeps using it. It got significantly more flexy though, I would estimate somewhere around a 70 flex. It just wouldn't break and this guy is a solid skater with a really powerful shot. Just my experience but it seems durable and most people who buy them often become repeat buyers. I think thats likely the route I'm goign to go when my stockpile of pro stock Reeboks and last 2 $7 amazon Fischers fail me. I just hate buying sticks sight unseen and I'm not sure I like any of their blade patterns. Verman fucked around with this message at 20:15 on Aug 31, 2017 |
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Verman posted:One of my teammates swears by All Blacks. He has a 100 flex that he thinks broke somewhere around the start of our summer season but it never broke apart so ke keeps using it. It got significantly more flexy though, I would estimate somewhere around a 70 flex. It just wouldn't break and this guy is a solid skater with a really powerful shot. Just my experience but it seems durable and most people who buy them often become repeat buyers. I think thats likely the route I'm goign to go when my stockpile of pro stock Reeboks and last 2 $7 amazon Fischers fail me. I just hate buying sticks sight unseen. They have some videos on their site that show the sticks and what the curves look like. So it's not maybe as blind a buy as just looking at a graphic on a web site. I like them a lot. They're definitely durable. And I noticed an immediate difference in puck feel with them as compared to the cheaper Tron composites I was using before. The only thing is they do feel stiffer compared to other sticks. Like an 80 flex for them feels stiffer than an 80 on another brand. But that could just be me, ymmv and all that. I still like the sticks a lot, it's just my recommendation would be err on the side of going lower in flex with them unless you like a stiffer stick. I don't take a lot of slap shots so for me I prefer the whippier side of things.
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Aug 31, 2017 20:16
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 look at this assclown toe hook i'm either going to be completely useless with it or i'm going to be ruined permanently and have to always use assclow toe hooks from here on out
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Aug 31, 2017 22:10
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that's very similar to the curve i use. send it to me, this assclown would like it if you don't.
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topenga posted:Ooooh, good point on the backplate. You been going to Chris's Sunday goalie camps?
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bewbies posted:
You could shoot right and still make it top left corner with that banana.
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nice kitchen
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You're not allowed to raise the puck in Colorado, bewbies
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Pleads posted:You're not allowed to raise the puck in Colorado, bewbies I'm bringing the pitching wedge for you, sweetie
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bewbies posted:
I hated them at first until I started using a Kesler pro return for roller hockey and holy poo poo I kinda love it...
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Literally the only part of my game anyone compliments is my backhand, so I go with the least curvy blade I can get.
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Bootcha posted:You been going to Chris's Sunday goalie camps? Yah. It's been fun! I know I need more time on the ice between camps but it's just a pain in the rear end rushing from work to hit a stick and puck time. I need to suck it up and do it more.
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My rink is melting and redoing one of the sheets right now. Hopefully it'll freeze before the second period now. Hopefully?
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Henrik Zetterberg posted:My rink is melting and redoing one of the sheets right now. Hopefully it'll freeze before the second period now. Hopefully? Not likely. I feel like most rinks in the summer have issues staying frozen, especially if you're in a warm climate area.
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If I didn't know you, I'd say you were showing off your kitchen...also please don't hit me with the puck at PBR.
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Bradf0rd posted:also please don't hit me with the puck at PBR. sellouts posted:I'm bringing the pitching wedge for you, sweetie 
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how many more years do i gotta play before i stop randomly falling on my rear end in the middle of the ice with no one around me
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bad news for ya, bud
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sellouts posted:bad news for ya, bud Yeah I've been playing for 25 years and the other night I toe picked and fell on our goalie which led to a goal. poo poo happens man.
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Ginette Reno posted:Yeah I've been playing for 25 years and the other night I toe picked and fell on our goalie which led to a goal. poo poo happens man. Gear's not everything but you should try switching to hockey skates
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Sep 3, 2017 19:56
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Hot drat, found a like-new pair of Eagle X50 gloves on eBay. I've been casually looking for these for years. Hopefully they fit and feel as amazing as I remember.
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Sep 4, 2017 22:25
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Taking a month off and then immediately goaltending a C level pickup was a terrible idea. I feel like I'm dying.
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https://www.ebay.com/itm/152686058575 Someone got an absolute steal.
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 This is the Kesler I've been using for roller. I guess not as extreme as I was thinking. This is the True I bought accidentally, sorta looking forward to giving it a go. 
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Sep 5, 2017 21:23
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When you wind up a shot does everyone on the ice dive out of the way?
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xzzy posted:When you wind up a shot does everyone on the ice dive out of the way? Effective way to make sure the shot gets through to the net.
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You learn to control shots. I find it a lot easier to have to try and keep shots down then try and get them up. My standard slap shot with open face curves is around crossbar height.
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xzzy posted:When you wind up a shot does everyone on the ice dive out of the way? And everyone off the ice.
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