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Practice Time
by Paul on 11/15/07 at 11:30 AM ET
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I have had a few emails asking for an update on the Thermoblade testing….
via the Edmonton Journal,
Marty Reasoner took the new Thermoblades for a spin in the morning but figured it would take a game or two to see the benefits.
The blades, fuelled by a rechargeable battery pack, heat up to 5 C and are designed to reduce friction.
The NHL has agreed to test the technology.
“The concept is that it melts the ice, just enough to create less friction,” Reasoner said. “You actually don’t dig down as deep so it makes turning easier and it’s supposed to alleviate the lactic acid in your legs.”
Reasoner changed back to his traditional skates for the game.
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