CCM JetSpeed FT340 Hockey Skates
Product Description:
The CCM JetSpeed FT340 is an entry-level ice hockey skate designed for new and recreational players. It emphasizes comfort and affordability, making it a suitable option for those starting out in the sport. The skate features a durable outer shell with a supportive fit, a comfortable microfiber liner, and a pro-style tongue for protection. Additionally, the CCM SpeedBlade Pro holder provides stiffness for better power transfer and stability while skating.
Within the CCM JetSpeed line, the FT340 sits as the most affordable and beginner-friendly option. The JetSpeed line itself is known for its focus on speed and performance, offering skates for various player levels, from recreational to professional.
Perfect skates for:
young or new hockey enthusiasts and recreational skaters
Key features include:
- Support and durability through synthetic mesh quarter package with Injected Mesh Form skin.
- Stiff and stable performance with the SpeedBlade Pro holder.
- Comfort and support with the Standard CCM footbed.
- Stiff and workable support with the injected plastic outsole.
- Impact and lace-bite protection with the pro-styled two-piece tongue.
Top competitors comparison: Bauer Vapor X2.7 Hockey Skates and the True TF9 Hockey Skates
The Bauer Vapor X2.7 skates are known for their agility and quick acceleration on the ice, similarly to the FT340. Both skates feature lightweight construction and supportive materials for excellent performance. However, the Bauer Vapor X2.7 skates offer a different fit profile, with a slightly narrower design compared to the JetSpeed FT340, which may appeal more to players with narrower feet. The True TF9 Hockey Skates are recognized for their customizable options, providing a personalized fit that caters to the unique shape of each player's foot.
Progression
The CCM JetSpeed FT340 hockey skate is the entry-level model within the JetSpeed line. It’s progressed from the following models:
JetSpeed 250:
- Entry-level or recreational skate that features the same quality and construction as the higher end models.
- Synthetic embossed shell that supports a durable outer shell.
- Heavy duty microfiber liner
- Low profile injected outsole provides a interface to maximize energy transfer.
- CCM footbed
- Non-replaceable stainless steel runner that provides a longer lasting edge
JetSpeed FT 340:
- Entry-level or recreational skate
- Quarter package that's been injected with mesh form skin for a durable outer shell
- A Brushed micro-fiber liner provides comfort and a resistance to wear and tear.
- A 5mm Felt tongue provides comfort and protection.
- Injected outsole helps with energy transfer with every stride.
- CCM Footbed
- Speedblade Pro holder and runner, which is non-replaceable stainless steel that increases the player's attack angle.
What people are saying (edited for clarity and brevity)
PROS:
- These skates are incredible! Super lightweight and feels responsive, which is exactly what I was looking for in a skate for quick cuts and accelerations. My strides feel really explosive.
- The fit on these skates is spot on. I went with the medium width and it feels like an extension of my foot. The SpeedBlade XS steel gives me some of the best edge control I've ever had.
- Big difference from my old skates. The ankle support in the JetSpeeds is top-notch. I feel really locked in and stable on my edges.
CONS:
- I found the break-in period for these skates to be a bit longer than usual. It took a good few weeks before they started to feel comfortable.
- These skates felt a bit too stiff for me, especially in the forefoot area. It restricted my toe flexion a bit and made it harder to get a good push-off. Maybe better suited for a more powerful skater than myself.
This skate is intended for people who skate about once a week and are not super competitive. It'll hold up. If you skate ten times a week with these skates, they will only last you a little while, maybe a month or two. However, the main thing is that there is no quick or easy release for the metal runners or the blades. Many players look for skates with a metal release, which will let them swap out their blades. The more you sharpen them, the thinner they get. And in this case, you'd have to replace the whole bottom, the holder. It's more intensive than just clicking a button and adding new blades. But really, a solid skate for those who don’t skate every day.
Durability: ⭐⭐
Power: ⭐⭐
Speed: ⭐⭐⭐
