Overview
Playing Style
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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
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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.
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.
Level of Play Definitions
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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.
Shop All Recreational Skates.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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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
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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
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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
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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 Bauer Vapor X50 goalie leg pad offers excellent performance and protection.
Bauer has used a hybrid design on the X50 leg pad. This combines the benefits of a traditional roll design in the knee and a flat face in the lower shin area. The X50 also features three flex points in the square outer/vertical roll at the thigh, knee, and ankle for great flexibility. Bauer has used four flex point in the face for a great natural flex.
The X50 goalie leg pad offers great comfort and protection, featuring a four piece knee stake. Including a flat inside 5-hole keeping the 5-hole on lock. The extending thigh guard has a great anatomical design, slightly wrapping the leg with plastic inserts for great protection. The calf wrap features 2 piece design constructed out of dense nylon and synthetic leather.
Bauer has given the X50 leg pad plenty of straps to lock down the exact fit and alignment you desire. There is a combination of leather and elastic straps. With a total of nine straps all together. The X50 leg pad also features a traditional Nash leather liner running from the knee down to the boot.
The Bauer Vapor X50 leg pad offers excellent protection and maneuverability ideal for advanced to pro level play.
- Exterior:
- Synthetic leather
- Nylon along outer side of pad
- Protection:
- Thick dense high-end foams ideal for advanced ice or indoor roller play
- +1" size with inner ergonomic thigh guard with plastic inserts that extends protection 1"
- Face:
- Contemporary hybrid design
- Flat face in shins
- Traditional rolls in knee
- 4 flex points at the high, knee, and Flex darts
- Face width: 11"
- Outer Roll:
- Square vertical roll
- 3 flex point at the ankle, knee, and thigh
- Inner Roll:
- Square design
- Knee Stake:4 piece knee stack - Offering comfort, support, protection, and durability
- Outer two pieces:
- Constructed out of synthetic leather for superior durability
- Dense foams
- Inner two pieces:
- Constructed out of nylon offering a lightweight and good durability
- Softer foams for additional protection and comfort
- Flat inside 5-hole
- Four-way AKL: Adjustable knee
- Lock and knee lifts
- Outer two pieces:
- Calf Wrap: 2 piece anatomical calf design
- Synthetic leathers and nylon
- Leg Channel:
- Offset leg channel design
- Nash leather liner running from the knee to boot (about 4" wide) - For a traditional performance fit
- Boot Channel:
- Pre-formed boot channel - Allows the skate to rotate to the inside keeping the blade closer to the ice for a quick slide
- Straps:
- Extending thigh guard:
- Upper 2" elastic velcro strap
- Lower 1" elastic velcro strap
- Knee:
- Two 3/4" leather straps
- Lower 2" elastic velcro strap
- Shin:
- Three 3/4" leather straps
- Boot:
- 3/4" leather strap
- Extending thigh guard:
- Level of Play: Ideal for advanced to pro level play
- +1" Sizing
- Sizes: 32+1", 33+1", 34+1", 35+1", 36+1", 37+1", and 38+1"
Shipping Note: Goalie Leg Pads are excluded from the Free 2 Day shipping promo, but are eligible for the Free Ground shipping promo. Please see the Shipping page under the Customer Service tab for further information.