I have been skating in the old version of Riedell Bronze Stars, the model 320, since 2006. They are just now starting to develop significant creases and since I need new blades, I think I will get new boots as well and keep the current boots for any outdoor skating. I recently passed Bronze FS test (yay!)
The new Riedell Bronze Stars are supposed to be significantly stiffer than what I have now, more like the old Silver Stars. Given that I have skated in my current 320s for almost 9 years and could probably get another year out of them, I am worried that the new Bronze Stars might be way too stiff. I have looked at the Riedell 910s but didn't care for how they looked. I haven't seen the new 910s in person (Flair is new name, I believe).
I am a petite adult and skate 5-6 hours a week.
Any suggestions for appropriate Riedell model to replace old 320s? I am willing to try other brands but our good fitter retired. Coach doesn't recommend Edeas for me. Assume since I had good Riedell feet (split width A/AA) that Jacksons probably won't do. In street shoes, I wear B width and have no foot issues like bunions, etc. so I don't think I need custom skates. My heel is a little narrow, hence the split width.
Hoping there will be some boot vendors at Adult Nationals, especially someone from Riedell. Do they usually bring any inventory or have people who can fit you?