True Shift Max DLC Steel Player

The TRUE Shift Max DLC Skate Steel features a Diamond-Like Carbon coating that dramatically reduces friction between the blade and ice surface while dramatically extending edge retention compared to standard stainless steel runners. DLC-coated steel is one of the most significant genuine performance upgrades available for any hockey skate — and the TRUE Shift Max is one of the best DLC blades on the market.

The DLC coating creates a harder surface than the steel substrate itself, meaning edges hold longer, glide with less resistance, and the blade itself lasts significantly longer than standard runners before requiring replacement. Elite players who've made the switch to DLC steel routinely report needing fewer sharpenings per season and experiencing notably improved stride efficiency.

Comparing DLC steel vs standard stainless hockey steel: standard stainless holds an edge through roughly 2–4 sessions depending on quality. Premium stainless like JRZ Shift Max extends that to 4–6. DLC-coated steel like the TRUE Shift Max can extend intervals to 8–12 sessions for some players. For a player who skates 3× per week, that's the difference between sharpening every week and sharpening once a month.

Key Features

• Coating: Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) — reduces friction, extends edge life
• Construction: High-strength stainless steel substrate with DLC surface treatment
• Sizes: 230, 238, 246, 254, 263, 271, 280mm
• Best for: Elite and serious competitive players wanting maximum performance

Product Specifications

• Sizes: 230, 238, 246, 254, 263, 272, 280, 288
• Brand: True
• Category: Skate Steel