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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 Bauer Vapor X7.0 Hockey Shin Guards offer great protection and a comfortable fit with a tapered design for a slender feel.  The X7.0's are ideal for the advanced level player.

Bauer designed the X7.0 with a slim tapered fit and a Free Flex lower cap to add protection with a comfortable feel. The outer shells have a nice ribbed design that increases the overall strength of the pad. Bauer has also used their vent armor material in the calf wrap for good protection while maintaining a lightweight feel.

The X7.0 features the Thermo Max+ liner that offers a great feel and moisture wick properties. This fully removable liner helps decrease drying time and adds a custom feel.  Bauer again used a high quality anchor strap that webs across the top of the calf for a secure fit.  At the bottom there is a 1" strap which holds the bottom of the shin guard in place. 

  • Model Number: 1039055
  • Heritage: Vapor X40
  • Level of Play: Ideal for intermediate to advanced level play
  • Bauer sizing guidelines:
    Shin pad size / Player height 
    10" / 4'3" - 4"8"
    11" / 4'7" - 5'
    12" / 4'11" - 5'4"

Specifications

  • Protection:
    • Lightweight Vent Armor foam protection - Located in the calf guard
    • Anatomical, ribbed knee and shin shells
    • Multi density foam joint protection
    • Extended knee wing protection
      • Dome technology
    • Shin sling
    • Free Flex lower cap for added protection and increased mobility
  • Liner:
    • Removable liner with extended thigh pad
      • Dual-density
      • Fully adjustable for custom fit
    • Thermo-Max+ liner
    • Combination of Thermo-Max+ and comfort foam materials to make up the liner
  • Fit:
    • Tapered fit design
    • Anchor wrap strap across calf and knee
    • Wrap strap lower leg closure strap
    • Thermo-Max liner

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