I went to a 2hr 50 minute session and stayed the whole time but got off the ice at least 5-7 times, taking the skates off to get my circulation back to normal (5-10 minutes or so each time).
It occurred to me wondering if my toes were just getting cold and numb because of that? There's no major pressure issues anywhere really, just that the boots and tongue are extremely stiff. My toes felt cold to the touch after the session but the bottom of the back of my foot (heel) was warm. It probably wasn't cold, doesn't really make sense that they'd be so much less insulated than my old boots. The padding inside is pretty thick and I have yellow superfeet in both the old and new boots.
As for the blades, I thought I'd have a lot more difficulty with them but I think I really like them! Jim was right, Jim was right, Jim was right.... read: put your faith in your fitter when you seek out a real pro.... it was more the ROH that was an issue than the blade!
I fell once, not badly and I think I was just doing a 3 turn or something, had the right boot too loose.
Spins - I am still really learning to spin well (and still have not done it on a lesson) but with these boots and blades I was finally more on the ball once I got into the spin than on the toe pick. Sweet spot?
I admit, I am a little surprised by the level of numbness in breaking these in. I know custom doesn't mean everything is perfect from the start but I'm still surprised. This is normal? Everyone there tonight pretty much said they had the same issue breaking in new boots.