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August 2012

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Graf The Science of Fit and Performance OPTIMAL FIT = GREATER PERFORMANCE tomized feel. In order to ensure heel lock can be attained, a thorough process fitting the skate by confirming the correct heel shape and width is important to guarantee a true 3D fit. Optimal fit translates into better performance. C Maintaining the superior fit and per- formance synonymous with the GRAF brand, GRAF introduces the ULTRA G65 ($549.99). Similar to the ULTRA G75 Lite ($749.99), the ULTRA G65 offers the lightweight, impact resistant SRPP Molded Composite technology and is designed to fit a wide variety of skaters by offering a medium instep depth and heel width with a moderately pronounced heel shape. The ULTRA G65 utilizes GRAF's traditional AirNet liner to provide exceptional moisture management. Targeting several price points, from elite to entry level, GRAF's fit and performance ontinuing with the GRAF philosophy of manufactur- ing skates for different foot types, every GRAF skate allows you to choose a cus- is exemplified throughout the Classic Series. Designed with a Teclite Mesh Composite construction anchored to a carbon fibre frame, the Classic Series includes the high performance ULTRA G35s ($649.99) fea- turing a medium instep, with a narrow, curved heel, the medium depth, straight heel of the ULTRA G5s ($649.99) and the narrow, curved heel shape of the ULTRA G3s ($649.99). For 2012, the Classic Series launched the following new models: Supra 635s ($349.99), Supra 535s ($249.99) and the Supra 335s ($179.99). Featuring Teclite Mesh construc- tion and AirNet lining, each skate offer GRAF's new ATTACK holder. GRAF introduces a completely revamped line of goal skates highlighted by GRAF's new lightweight cowling featuring a replaceable stainless steel runner and a streamlined design providing 30 gram weight reduction. With unmatched responsiveness and energy trans- mission, the line of goal skates are designed using SRPP Technology and Teclite mesh technology, which provides excellent comfort and stability allowing quick and fluid move- ments required by goaltenders. The ULTRA G7500 ($549.99) is GRAF's premium skate used by several National Hockey League goaltenders includ- ing Carey Price, Pekka Rinne and Cam Ward. Featuring SRPP Molded Composite technology, the interior offers the AMC- Composite Liner, a two layer liner consisting AIRNET laminated to a layer of microfiber for abrasion resistance and incomparable moisture management. The ULTRA G7500 is accompanied by the Supra G5500 ($349.99) and Supra G4500 ($249.99) offering a skate construct- ed with a Teclite Mesh quarter design, ana- tomical ankle padding and AirNet liner. With Thermolam construction in all GRAF skates, moldability is a key compo- nent to providing an optimal fit and superior performance. The choice of elite players around the world including Paul Stastny, Dennis Wideman and David Booth, GRAF makes the ideal skate for any athlete looking for enhanced performance and a true 3D fit. For your optimal fit, visit grafcanada.com for a complete list of GRAF dealers. PERFORMANCE IS EXEMPLIFIED THROUGHOUT THE CLASSIC SERIES." "TARGETING SEVERAL PRICE POINTS, FROM ELITE TO ENTRY LEVEL, GRAF'S FIT AND G535s G65s G4500s 6 DIGITAL EDITION SKATE BUYER'S GUIDE USAHOCKEYMAGAZINE.COM

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