aguynamedjoe
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I would say both. The U+ series and the Vector series had that annoying hump in the mid foot that didn't work for a lot of people. That was fixed by a better out of box fit in the RBZ
Awesome. Thanks again!
I would say both. The U+ series and the Vector series had that annoying hump in the mid foot that didn't work for a lot of people. That was fixed by a better out of box fit in the RBZ
Well, they never broke first of all. I'm still using them and their condition is just fine.
Worth noting that I got them for a special discount as an employee, so value-wise, given that they've lasted me 2 years (and still going), I most definitely would.
From your perspective though, I wouldn't recommend them at full price, but since most retailers are clearing them out at 50% off or more (I wouldn't consider anything less tbh), they are still good deals IF they fit. Ultimately, if they do fit, they're a very comfy skate with great performance qualities. However, if you're a rec player looking for skates to last a long time (say, 3+ yrs) or are hard on your skates, maybe not.
The only people I may steer them away from are those that play very frequently (say, 3 or 4+ times a week) and competitively who desire a durable skate.
I picked up a pair of RBZ100s for ~$200. Huge difference in stiffness from my ~2003 CCM1052. I felt a little like I was learning how to skate again at first. By the end of the skate, I had a much better feel for them and felt like I was a bit faster given some room.
The only part that sucks is the unavoidable new skate blisters I get. Having been skating since the age of about 5, I have yet to wear a pair of new skates that don't give me a blister on the exact same spot on my right foot, every time.
Where?
And I assume you had them properly fitted and heat molded?
Not 100% sure but I would guess slightly more since the E width CL is slightly wider than the D width RBZ if we're just looking at forefoot. Lengths are nearly the same though. However, the arch area of the RBZ isn't as 'high' as the CL, which could matter if you have flatter feet.
Well, they never broke first of all. I'm still using them and their condition is just fine.
Worth noting that I got them for a special discount as an employee, so value-wise, given that they've lasted me 2 years (and still going), I most definitely would.
From your perspective though, I wouldn't recommend them at full price, but since most retailers are clearing them out at 50% off or more (I wouldn't consider anything less tbh), they are still good deals IF they fit. Ultimately, if they do fit, they're a very comfy skate with great performance qualities. However, if you're a rec player looking for skates to last a long time (say, 3+ yrs) or are hard on your skates, maybe not.
The only people I may steer them away from are those that play very frequently (say, 3 or 4+ times a week) and competitively who desire a durable skate.
I would if they feel significantly better than the Supremes. If they are close in fit/comfort, I would recommend the Bauers.
Also, see if you can find the RBZ90 too in that size.
Thanks AIREAYE. However, wouldn't the RBC 90's be a little too stiff for my level of play? 5'10 - 175lbs