Paddy O Furniture

Just got home from a 2hr ride. I almost low-sided, while turning, due to a pile of salt. It was dark and I didn't see it. I hate that...

No checking. There is bound to be some contact, but there are going to be players whose skills run the gamut from beginner to advanced. So keep the contact to a minimum. =) I will not be wearing any shoulder pads either.

I can give you a lift. Just google your address for me and I'll be there. HA!

Cazuelas!

Yes, a great idea!

Sorry, the other dates got filled. I'll keep you on the list for the future.

This is happening... 19-Mar-09 Thu MAIN OSU ICE RINK Hockey 09:15 PM 10:15 PM Please PM me your e-mail if you haven't already. I will send more detail.

I'll bring your American Motorcyclist Mag... HA!

I tried to clean it up for him. Unfortunately, it is still quite a mess. =/

I work in the School of Communication, is Comm your major?

I need to get back with the people at the OSU ice rink with info to get the ball rolling. Is the Thursday time good for people? The Monday time is taken. Send me a PM with your name and an e-mail address if you can make the Thursday March 19 at 9:15 time slot. I need to make sure we have good enough numbers for this to make sense. Thanks!

I have no problem with that.

FYI - I received notice that renting the ice time at the Chillers is $275 per hour. I would imagine that eliminates that option. I am okay with any of the dates, but we would want probably 12+ people. If we don't have goalies, we can flip the nets and play bank shots. Right now we have six respondents. Anyone else?

I've priced it about $970 for entry level gear.

Yes, but then it ceases to be a "group" function. I like drop-ins, but you don't get as much playing time. It isn't a bad idea though.

The Hockey stop on Bethel Rd, I believe. I typically get a size and a half smaller then my shoe size; typical sizing for hockey skates; unless you are looking at mission or tour brands.

If you plan to use them often, you may want to get a more expensive pair as they are typically better in lots of ways, but for a skater who is just starting out, I would recommend a less expensive skate. This is what I would recommend out of the links: Skates Nike Bauer Supreme ONE05 Senior Ice Hockey Skates 47.99 Elbow Pads Nike Bauer Supreme 10 Senior Hockey Elbow Pads 15.99 Shin Guards Itech Techlite 255 Senior Hockey Shin Guards 26.99 Helmet Nike Bauer 1500 Hockey Helmet w/ Cage 36.99 Pants Nike Bauer Supreme 10 Senior Ice Hockey Pants 44.99 Gloves Easton Stealth S5 Senior Hockey Gloves 29.99 You could certainly get the least expensive gear and be fine, it is just a function of how much you think you will play.

check my post #7 in this thread. There are some links with pretty cheap pricing on equipment.

Here are a couple of links for cheap gear: Skates Elbow Pads Shin Guards Helmets Pants and Girdles

Really, you just need helmet, shin-guards, elbow pads, and a stick. I would say that pants are not necessary, but nice to have. You can get a girdle that would go under sweat pants; cheaper than pants. Shoulder pads are not necessary if there is no hard checking.

You can use one of my sticks. I don't have any extra helmets. I have extra skates, they are old, but I understand not wanting to wear used gear. I have extra shin pads if anyone needs to borrow those.

The cost per hour is $160. If we can get 12 people it breaks down to just over $13 for an hour. I would think an hour and a half would be best, but perhaps starting with an hour would be better? Duke (rink manager) said that everyone must have equipment or they are not allowed to skate; i.e. helmet is mandatory. There is a contract to be signed, indemnifying OSU if you get hurt. He said everything is booked until exam week. He gave me dates that were available, I'll include these in a poll to gauge interest. The dates are: Monday March 16 @ 7:45 Thursday March 19 @ 9:15 Wednesday March 25 @ 5:30 If these don't work, I can call the chiller or even see if the Newark campus rink has times.