A DLC blade finish provides unmatched strength to chips, nicks, scratches, and corrosion.
The True Shift Max DLC Steel Runners are up to 20% stronger and reduce friction by up to 40% as compared to uncoated stainless steel. Simply put, these DLC runners are the perfect choice for the player who is seeking extended blade longevity and elite-level performance.
What separates these runners from traditional stainless or even polished steel is the diamond-like carbon coating finish. DLC increases surface strength to guard against nicks, chips, and scratches while also improving edge retention so players can skate longer in-between sharpenings. This special coating also offers greater resistance to corrosion and improves glide, which means players use less energy to skate longer and faster.
True also designed the Shift Max DLC Runner with a dual profile, meaning they have a 9' radius on the front and a 10' radius on the back. This radius combination helps to maximize blade contact with the ice in different skating situations, thus improving acceleration, stride power, balance in the corners, and overall maneuverability.
IW can have your skate blades delivered profiled, sharpened, and game-ready with Elite Blade Performance technology! Choose custom profiles like Double, Triple, Quad, SCS, and Polaris to boost speed, stability, and agility. We offer various sharpening options and an Express Mail-In service. Select your profile and sharpening hollow when adding a blade to your cart. Learn about Elite Blade Performance Services here, choosing the right profile here, and selecting the right sharpening hollow here.
| OVERVIEW | |
|---|---|
| Model Number | SHIFTMAX DLC |
| Skate Compatibility | True Player Skates with the Shift Max Holder |
| Holder Compatibility | True Shift Max |
| Skate Size Compatibility | 1 - 12.5 |
| Includes | Complete set of runners (left and right) |
Specifications
| KEY TECHNOLOGIES | |
|---|---|
| Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) A premium carbon material coating that provides properties similar to diamond, which results in a runner that has incredible strength against nicks, scratches, and chips. This coating also greatly increases blade retention, resistance to corrosion, and even glide. | |
| Dual Profile With a 9' radius on the front portion and a 10' radius on the rear portion of the blade, this profile combination maximizes blade contact with the ice in different skating positions. This improves skating performance whether it be acceleration, turning, crossovers, or battling along the boards. |
| CONSTRUCTION | |
|---|---|
| Steel Grade | Premium-Grade |
| Blade Finish | DLC |
| Blade Height | 18mm (Size 280mm Runner) |
| Blade Profile | Dual Blade Profile (9'-10') |
| Product Note | All blades are independently measured at IW Hockey with a 5% variance. |
Videos
Sizing Chart
| HOW TO FIND YOUR SKATE BLADE SIZE | |
|---|---|
| Take your current hockey skates and identify the three-digit number, which can be found on the heel side of your blade holder or on the blades themselves. Locate your three-digit number in the sizing charts below to find your True Shift Max Runner size. If for any reason you cannot locate the number, see our How to Size a Hockey Skate Blade and Holder article for a more in-depth approach to skate blade sizing and skate blade compatibility. |
| JUNIOR - TRUE SHIFT MAX RUNNER SIZING CHART | ||
|---|---|---|
| Runner Size | Skate Size (R & W Widths) | Profile & Radius |
| 212mm | 1.0 - 1.5 | Dual (9'-10') |
| 221mm | 2.0 - 2.5 | Dual (9'-10') |
| 230mm | 3.0 - 3.5 | Dual (9'-10') |
| 238mm | 4.0 - 4.5 | Dual (9'-10') |
| 246mm | 5.0 - 5.5 | Dual (9'-10') |
| SENIOR - TRUE SHIFT MAX RUNNER SIZING CHART | ||
|---|---|---|
| Runner Size | Skate Size (R & W Widths) | Profile & Radius |
| 254mm | 6.0 - 6.5 | Dual (9'-10') |
| 263mm | 7.0 - 7.5 | Dual (9'-10') |
| 272mm | 8.0 - 8.5 | Dual (9'-10') |
| 280mm | 9.0 - 9.5 | Dual (9'-10') |
| 288mm | 10.0 - 10.5 | Dual (9'-10') |
| 296mm | 11.0 - 11.5 | Dual (9'-10') |
| 306mm | 12.0 - 12.5 | Dual (9'-10') |
| COMPATIBLE TRUE SKATES (2022 - Present) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Year | Family | Model |
| 2024 | Catalyst | 9X4, 7X4, 5X4, 3X4 |
| 2023 | Hzrdus | 9X, 7X, 5X |
| 2022 | Catalyst | 9, 7, 5 |
