2024 True Catalyst 9X4 Hockey Skates - ONLY WORN ONCE

ONLY WORN ONCE I purchased these skates on 2/15/25. They fit just right until I baked them and then they seem a bit too long. I went ahead and got the steel balanced and profiled at 11' with a 3/4 hollow. I skated in them once (in a beer league game with clean socks) and they are in fact a bit too long for me. I had them for just over 30 days so I couldn't return them. I am 43 and have been skating since I was 5 and these are the most comfortable skates I have ever worn and the performance is great I just need a smaller size. I like my big toe to brush the toe cap. As per the manufacture, these skates can be baked as many times as you need to so it won't be a problem getting them to mold to your foot. I have some of the plastic wrap left over that I can ship with the skates. I didn't use the original laces so those are brand new. Building off the success of the previous Catalyst line of skates, the True Catalyst 9X4 Senior Ice Hockey Skates are elite performance, redefined. Elite-level players seeking the fit, comfort and performance of the famous True custom skates in an off-the-shelf package need look no further! Boot • NEUROFIT+ Shell: The 9X4 features True’s patented NEUROFIT+ one piece carbon fiber shell, a top-end thermoformable design that provides a superior fit and ultimate energy transfer, so less energy is lost with every stride. Improved layering methods in the carbon fiber offers optimal impact protection. • CARV Toe Cap: A new CARV design on the toe cap offers better ice clearance on deep turns, allowing players to get even deeper on their edges for more powerful cuts. • Poured PU Side Panels: Poured side panels offer reinforcement in high-wear areas for extreme abrasion resistance. • Molded Tongue: A lightweight pro tongue featuring a molded T-guard for optimal fit, comfort and protection. • Flex Tendon Guard: A flexible tendon guard attached with a single rivet offers increased flexion and range of motion. Interior • Clarino Hydrofoam Liner: A Clarino liner offers the ultimate foot lock and moisture wicking to keep feet dry and in place. • GENETIX insole: A GENETIX insole offers superior comfort and a 360 degree fit. Holder/Runner/Sole • Plastic Base Shell: A plastic insert in the shell improves durability and rivet hold, keeping the holder attached more solidly to the boot. • Stainless Steel Rivets: Stainless steel rivets offer better hold than traditional copper. • Shift Max Holder: True’s Shift Max holder returns, offering improved durability and blade security, with an easy change system for quick blade replacements. • Shift Max DLC Runner: Shift Max DLC runners are a high-grade 9CR stainless steel, with a DLC coating to hold stronger edges for longer, while reducing friction on the ice.