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.
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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 XR Premier Roller Hockey Skates are an advanced pair of skates that features technologies from both the APXR and XR5 skates. Like the XR5, the XR Premier features an ultra-light tech mesh quarter package with the molded X-Rib design providing lightweight enhanced structural support, while rolling on the Hi-Lo™ Vanguard™ Magnesium frames like the APXR.
The Vapor XR Premier skates utilized the molded X-Rib design providing enhanced structural support. The X-Rib design will keep your heel locked in, giving you maximum performance with every stride. Ultra-light tech mesh covers the quarter package giving you a responsive lightweight skate for faster acceleration and quicker turns. A Thermoformable Full Upper will mold to the players foot for a precise fit.
The XR Premier liner is a quick-dry hydrophobic grip liner. This moisture wicking liner keeps the foot cool, dry, and comfortable during play. The anatomical 2-piece elite black felt tongue provides a comfortable fit while the metatarsal guard prevents lace bite and helps cushion impacts.
The XR Premier skates roll on the Hi-Lo™ Vanguard™ Magnesium frames, Bauer's lightest and strongest frames. Revision Variant Gold wheels provide 30% more grip than any other wheel while keeping the strength and support for breakaway speed. Mission Swiss LE bearing keep you rolling fast throughout the whole game.
- Model Number: 1040407
- Heritage: New
- Level of Player: Ideal for the advance to pro level player
- Fit Guidelines: General fit aspects of the Vapor boot are low-medium volume, medium ankle area, medium across top of foot and forefoot and medium toe box.
- Sizing Guidelines: Bauer skates generally fit 1 1/2 sizes down from your regular shoe size
Specifications
- Quarter Package: Ultra light tech mesh with improved molded X-rib pattern
- Thermoformable - Material will mold to the players foot for a precise fit
- The new X-rib design (seen from looking at the back of the boot) offers maximum structural support throughout the entire boot for quicker acceleration and tighter turns. The aggressive pitched boot design allows for optimum forward flex.
- Liner:
- Quick-Dry hydrophobic grip liner
- Heel Support:
- Patented pro-integrated, anatomical heel cup
- Tongue Construction:
- Anatomical 2-piece elite black felt with metatarsal pad
- Footbed:
- FORM-FIT + with heel stabalizer
- Outsole:
- Fiber composite
- Lightweight and very responsive
- Frame: Hi-Lo™ Vanguard™ frame: Magnesium Alloy
- The Vanguard™ frame uses 76mm(2) in the front and 80mm(2) in the rear
- Vanguard explodes off the charts in performance!
- Offers increased overall speed and decreased stopping distance
- The perfect balance in wheel sizes - Maximizes results while still maintain a low, powerful center of gravity
- Magnesium Alloy: Bauers lightest and strongest frame
- Square Flush 2-Piece Silver 6mm Axles
- Wheels:
- Revision Variant Gold
- Superior grip, strength, and support
- Bearings:
- Swiss LE 608 bearings
- Weight of One Size 9D skate: 1,199 grams
Previous Feedback
Comments: Solid skates. Very light. The durability seems worse than the RX60's with the inside by the top eyelet wearing faster than
expected. If you are upgrading from older Bauers, make sure you check your sizing, as these seem to require you to size down, perhaps as much as a full size.
From: Russ, FL
Comments: Super light, stiff and responsive, while still being comfortable. I didn't even bake these and they fit great my first game out. Fit in terms of volume, heel, etc. was spot on to the description. The black and silver look is even better in person. Revision Gold wheels were slippery my first game out, but they seem to be hitting the grippy sweet spot now that I have a few games on them.
From: Ben, San Francisco, CA