Thinking of getting new skates but not sure which to get. Which skates fit more for a narrow foot and are focused on speed
Mako vs APX2 vs NXG skates
Started by Scdp99, Mar 09 2013 05:28 PM
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Posted 09 March 2013 - 05:39 PM
Not trying to be a hater or anything but please don't fall for marketing that's meant to convince you that one skate gives you more "speed" or "quickness". The skate that fits you best is the one that makes you fast and play your best. Also, the ones with the most sty 
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Posted 09 March 2013 - 05:40 PM
I meant to say that my game is all about acceleration as opposed to agility.
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Posted 09 March 2013 - 05:41 PM
To be honest this topic is in the wrong section.. It should be posted in " hockey gear"
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Posted 09 March 2013 - 08:35 PM
I would disagree that APX are more narrow....APX bloom towards the toe box and have a wider toe box than NXGs which have a very wrapped, anatomical feel
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Posted 10 March 2013 - 09:44 AM
As an apx user I agree with beantown on that one
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Posted 10 March 2013 - 03:50 PM
Aren't Vapors more narrow in the heal and angles you on your toes?
Aren't TotalONEs supposed to be about more ankle action in the stride? Is that why they have the inserts in the tongue?
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Posted 10 March 2013 - 03:54 PM
The Mako skates are all about "speed" but unless you are a very accomplished skater (which I'm assuming you are because the skates you're looking at aren't cheap) those probably aren't worth it. I'd say whatever feels best on your foot. For me, the supreme line doesn't fit, only CCM or RBK fits my foot. I love my CL's
