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Overview

Playing Style

  • Power-Focused Playing Style
    This style suits players who thrive on generation strong, top end speed through longer and forceful strides. They come with a stiffer boot that efficiently transfers energy into the rink for maximum power with every stride.

    Acceleration-Focused Playing Style
    For players who rely on quick bursts of speed and agile movements to dominate the game, this type of skate is ideal. These offer a moderately stiff boot that balances support with mobility. These these skates, you can swiftly change direction, make sudden moves and accelerate rapidly.

Fit Profile

  • If multiple categories are selected, it indicates the skate is available in or can be molded to different fit profiles.

    Low Profile Fit
    Narrow forefoot, narrow heel pocket, shallow instep depth and low overall volume.

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    Medium Profile Fit
    Medium forefoot, medium heel pocket, medium instep depth and medium overall volume.

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    High Volume Fit
    Wide forefoot, wide heel pocket, deep instep depth and high overall volume.

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Level of Play Definitions

  • If multiple categories are selected, it indicates the skate is suitable for multiple levels of play.

    Recreational-Level Skates
    Built for the new-to-hockey player or casual skaters that are looking for an affordable option. These are great starter skates, especially for youth players.
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    Performance-Level Skates
    Designed for players who are confident in their skating stride and are ready to take their performance to the next level. These players are on the rink 1-2 times a week playing mid-to-high level hockey.
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    Elite-Level Skates
    Engineered for the best performance, protection, durability and comfort. These players are usually on the rink three times or more a week and are playing high-level hockey.
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Cut Protection Level

  • This is the general level of protection against cuts.

    • Minimum: Basic protection suitable for competitive play
    • Standard: Balanced protection for intense gameplay. Protects against more severe cuts.
    • Maximum: Highest level of cut resistance for elite gameplay. Ideal for competitive adult hockey and designed for the biggest and fastest players.

ANSI Rated Cut Level

  • Measures the actual cut resistance of materials based on the ANSI/ISEA 105 standard.

    ANSI Level Description Grams of Force
    N/A No specific cut resistance rating provided by the manufacturer. N/A
    A1 Minimal protection; withstands light cuts. 200-499
    A2 Lower-level protection; resists slightly heavier cuts. 500-999
    A3 Low-level protection; suitable for competitive play. 1,000-1,499
    A4 Standard protection; defends against significant cuts. 1,500-2,199
    A5 Elevated protection for intense play. 2,200-2,999
    A6 Extra protection for faster, higher-impact play. 3,000-3,999
    A7 Ultra-high protection. 4,000-4,999
    A8 Premium protection for all levels of play and ages. 5,000-5,999
    A9 Top-tier cut resistance for ultimate protection. 6,000+

Certifications

  • Indicates compliance with safety standards and regulations for hockey gear.

    • USA Hockey: Approved for play under USA Hockey regulations. Ensures gear meets safety standards for organized play in the United States.
    • BNQ: Certified by the Bureau de Normalisation du Quebec for cut-resistant hockey gear. Required for players in Canadian Minor Hockey leagues to ensure on-ice safety.
    • CE: Meets European safety standards for protective equipment. Designed for compliance with regulations across European leagues and recreational play.

The Alkali CA9 Roller Hockey skate is one of the premier skates from Alkali Hockey. Taking what they learned from over 20+ years in the roller hockey industry, the founders of Alkali have created a pro level skate that is surely going to take your game to the next level. Featuring Alkali's Lithium Science construction, they went with advanced EPP foam and Surlyn quarters and a carbon fiber outsole for excellent response. On the bottom is Alkali's magnesium with Labeda Addiction wheels to make you unstoppable on the court.

  • Model Number: CA9
  • Heritage: New
  • Level of Player: Ideal for the advance to pro level player
  • Fit Guidelines: General fit aspects of the Alkali boot are med-high volume, narrow-med heel pocket, medium-wide across top of foot and forefoot and toe box. Aggressive stance.
  • Sizing Guidelines: Alkali skate generally fit a 1 1/2 down from your regular shoe size

Specifications

  • Quarter Package:
    • Lithium Science boot construction
    • EPP foam with Surlyn quarters
      • Light weight
      • Rigid for support
  • Ankle Foams and Heel Support:
    • Memory foam ankle pads strategically lock heel
    • Carbon fiber reinforced tendon guard
      • Stiff, yet flexible at the top for maneuverability
  • Liner:
    • Brushed Microfiber liner
      • Excellent moisture wicking
      • Antimicrobial 
  • Tongue Construction:
    • 9mm Pro Spec tongue 
    • Anti-Lace bite insert
    • Ventilated
  • Outsole:
    • MPT (Maximum Power Transfer) carbon fiber outsole
      • Lightweight and responsive
  • Frame
    • Magnesium Alloy chassis
      • Lightweight and increased strength 
    • Size 6 = all 76mm wheels
    • Sizes 6.5-13 = all 80mm wheels
    • Two-piece axle design
    • Only one on the market
  • Wheels:
    • Labeda Addiction XXX Grip (like 74A)
      • Maximum grip, speed, and durability for indoor surfaces
      • New concept in wheel construction. Outer urethane rating around 83A but still offers the grip of traditional wheels.
  • Bearings:
    • Swiss 608 sized bearings
  • Weight of One Size 9D skate: 1,293 grams

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Customer Reviews

Previous Feedback

The customer comments shown below were gathered using our previous feedback system. While these comments are not used in the calculation of the star rating for this product, they are displayed to help provide you with the most complete customer feedback available.

Comments: I've skated close to 150 times in my CA9's so far. They are hands down the best skate I have worn. I was extremely hesitant to buy initially because I'm a big guy playing at a high level. My boot usually breaks down quickly. Not the CA9's. Perfect amount of stiffness. If you bake them properly, the heat moldability of the boot is amazing. They are perfectly formed for my wide feet. Also, the aggressive pitch keeps you on your toes, helping with that extra pop. I think the only complaint I had is the tongue seeming to break down and fall apart quickly. Maybe random..but still something. Other than that, amazing skate and I'm very impressed with the first entry from Alkali
From: Jon, Rochester, Michigan, USA

Comments: Nice contouring boot that's about it. I Baked them for 9 minutes, its been about 8 games and 8 practices and the boot is still stiff. The heel is way to narrow and I have a narrow heel and foot. The tongue is to short and very flimsy, it does not hug the top of the foot well. I switched from Mission SR Boss skates and went from high-low to all 80's, huge difference in agility and comfort in the skate. High end strip down car is what I would call the Akali skates, where the Mission's are like a comfortable caddy. I rate the skate a 6.5 out of ten, I expect more from the former creators of mission. Oh I forgot to mention within the first ten minutes of skating the front wheel hub dislodge from the bearing, lucky I had an extra set of wheels. Akali did replace it within 5 days. T10's here I come!
From: Michael, Toronto, Ontario, Canada