Welcome to Old_Time_Hockey, where we curate the artifacts of fascination from the global game. Today, we are featuring a pro-level workhorse from CCM's legendary Tacks line: the 952 Custom Fit.
This pair is a remarkable 2002 survivor, built in Canada with the heavy-duty craftsmanship that defined the peak of the Tacks era. Finding a size 9 in this "near-new" condition—with almost no steel loss—is a rare opportunity for any purist looking for that classic Canadian-built feel and the legendary Tacks "wrap."
DST™ Fiberglass Construction: Built on a full fiberglass-reinforced outsole, the 952 ensures that every ounce of energy from your stride is transferred directly into the ice for explosive acceleration.
Hytrel™ Heel Stabilizing Wedge: This model features the Wedge III technology, which prevents heel lift and controls forward flexion, giving you a "locked-in" feel that modern mass-produced skates struggle to replicate.
Signature Tacks Feel: The combination of SP10 Ballistic Nylon and thermoformable foams allow these skates to wrap perfectly to your foot shape after a bake, providing an organic, customized fit.
Pro-Spec Protection: Equipped with a Grilamid® toe cap and an asymmetrical heavyweight white felt tongue with an integrated lace-bite guard.
Duratex™ Professional Liner: The grey Duratex™ interior utilizes a specialized diamond-weave texture for maximum moisture transport and friction-grip, ensuring your foot stays dry and securely locked in.
Authentic Heritage: This pair remains in its original configuration, including the original CCM laces that came with the factory build in April 2002.
Quarter Package: Excellent condition. The SP10 nylon skins are exceptionally clean with very few cosmetic scuffs. Please see high-resolution pictures for exact details.
Lining & Footbed: The Duratex™ pro liner is clean and shows only minor signs of surface wear. The original Tacks footbeds are present and in very good shape.
Tongue: The heavyweight felt is clean and white. There are some minor cosmetic marks on the exterior guards.
Holders: Prolite 3 holders are in great shape, free of cracks or significant puck damage.
Runners: High-grade stainless steel. These have barely been used and have nearly 100% of their life remaining.
Hardware: All rivets are secure and free of significant oxidation. Internal factory marking is 0402 E B.
US Men's Skate Size: 9.0
US Men's Shoe Size: 10.5
US Women's Shoe Size: 12.0
EU Shoe Size: 44.5
Mondo: 27.7 cm
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