CCM JetSpeed FT4 Pro Hockey Skates
Product Description:
The CCM JetSpeed FT4 Pro hockey skate is designed for elite players who prioritize a close, comfortable fit and explosive acceleration. The one-piece boot is constructed from NHL-caliber composite materials, keeping the weight low while maximizing energy transfer for powerful strides. The STEP BlackSteel blades are designed for effortless gliding and sharp turns. These skates represent the latest innovation in CCM's long history of producing high-performance hockey equipment, following in the footsteps of previous Jetspeed models known for their responsiveness and speed.
Perfect skates for:
A player who wants the elite features of a top-of-the-line skate
Key features include:
- Closer fit for improved performance with the One Piece Boot Speed quarter package.
- TotalDri Pro+ liner's high-performance moisture-wicking capabilities.
- Customizable fit and comfort with the interchangeable tongue.
- Asymmetrical toe cap.
- Better bite and longer-lasting edges with the Step Blacksteel featuring carbon-coated technology.
- Enhanced energy transfer with the lightweight composite midsole.
The 3S Pro skates focus on power and precision, with features like an asymmetrical quarter package design, Form-Fit+ footbed, and Tuuk Lightspeed Edge holder. On the other hand, the TF9 skates prioritize a customized fit through True Hockey's patented fit system, featuring a two-piece composite quarter construction and SHIFT holder. Each option presents different strengths, with the 3S Pro emphasizing control and comfort, the TF9 focusing on a personalized fit, and the FT4 Pro highlighting agility and responsiveness.
Progression:
CCM's JetSpeed hockey skates have had various models and updates over the years, offering speed, performance, and fit improvements. Here are some notable models and updates:
JetSpeed FT1: Introduced as the first skate in the JetSpeed line, the FT1 featured a RocketFrame composite boot, SpeedCore 3 technology, and TotalDri Pro liner.
JetSpeed FT2: The FT2 skate introduced L1TE Frame 360 EVO technology, reducing the weight of the boot by 20 grams and improving rigidity. It also featured a wraparound tongue for enhanced fit and comfort.
JetSpeed FT4 Pro: This model showcased the Hyperglide runner, which had a lighter blade design. The skate also boasted an asymmetrical toe cap for improved customization and fit.
JetSpeed FT6 Pro: The FT6 Pro is part of the 2023 skate lineup, featuring top-of-the-line performance and technology including the new SuperSkin insert which protects the exterior better than ever before.
What people are saying (edited for clarity and brevity)
PROS:
- These skates are top-of-the-line. The composite boot provides incredible stiffness and responsiveness. My strides feel powerful, and the edges hold like nobody's business.
- The TotalFit Pro+ liner with the asymmetrical tongue offers a fantastic, locked-in fit. The liner feels supportive and comfortable from the start, and the heat-molding capabilities allowed me to get a truly custom fit around my ankles and heels.
- Despite the stiffness for power transfer, the JetSpeed FT4 feels surprisingly lightweight. The fit allows for good mobility in the ankle, and the boot design helps with quick turns and overall agility.
CONS:
- These skates are expensive. While the performance is good, the price tag is only realistic for serious players or those with a professional budget. There are very good skates available at lower price points.
- Unfortunately after using these for less than a season, a puck from a shot hit the interior of the skate and created a huge crack in the "one piece boot". I was shocked at how easily these skates split open.
- These skates needed a longer break-in period than I expected, especially compared to other JetSpeed models I’ve tried. It took them a few weeks of use before the skates felt truly comfortable.
Many people compare the FT4 Pro to the HyperLite, but the FT4 has much more power. It's an incredibly powerful skate, and the fit is perfect. I would do my stride in the FT4 Pro and realized pretty quickly that I needed to watch out! I'm not used to the power. You see a lot of NHL players still using the FT4 Pro. I'll see a player going really fast and think wow, look at that. Oh yeah, they are wearing the JetSpeed FT4 Pro.
Durability: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Power: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Speed: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
