Just looked at the Jackson website and saw they have a new subcategory of boots and skates with a new sole. Called the Fusion line. They offer the look of the Debut (nickel hooks, crystals) in the Elle and Freestyle skate/blade models, as well as a new softer Debut Std. (same stiffness as the Freestyle) and a Debut Firm, both boot only. I asked some coaches a bit ago and all said the Debut was MUCH too stiff for my little skater, so maybe they found they needed to soften it up a bit.
Anyone seen one of these yet? I've marked my calendar to when I have to order new boots (soon). I like the idea of a lighter boot for my teeny skater, as well as a boot only option. The photos are kind of meh, the sole looks like a rubber mat. From the description that kind of sounds like what it is. Found a youtube video from Jackson touting it as a lighter, more shock absorbing material. Frankly it looks like a cost cutter, probably much cheaper than the LCL they currently use. I can't find any prices on them yet.
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