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 Easton ST16 hockey elbow pads are the top pads in Easton's ST line.
Easton has used a 2-piece design on these elbow pads keeping the physical player in mind. There is a single piece of dense molded plastic in the elbow and forearm portion of the pad. This results in a comfortable fit that does not have any segment breaks in protection. Easton has also given layer of foam on each side of this core plastic providing additional comfort and protection. To further increase the protection offered by this pad, Easton has put an EVA cap over the elbow for additional protection.
Easton has also used a molded piece of plastic in the bicep and tricep portion of the pad giving a more contoured fit. This pad features the thickest plastic in this portion of the pad than any other pad in the Easton ST line. Similar to the lower portion the molded plastic is surrounded by foam on both sides.
- Protection:
- SHOX™ technology - Strategic placement of various materials and foam densities to maximize the dispersion of energy from impact
- Molded plastic inserts wraps the forearm and elbow for added protection
- EVA covered cap design cradles the elbow and disperses impact
- Reinforced bicep and tricep protection
- Liner:
- Mesh and nylon
- Fit:
- Soft U-shaped internal elbow donut prevents slippage during movement
- Two-piece design increases mobility
- 3 elastic strap design
- Lightweight feel
- Level of Play: Ideal for advanced to pro level of play
- Easton Sizing Guidelines:
Pad Size / Height
Small/Medium/Large / 5'4" - 6'
Medium/Large / 5'8" - 6'4"
Large / 6'+
Previous Feedback
Comments:These elbows are the bomb! I used them in our beer league game tonight for the first time. The pads were solid and didn't move around, yet still gave me plenty of movement. I got hooked around my skate from behind on a break away and came straight down on my left elbow. Looked ugly, but was just another fall after the pad took all of the abuse and not my elbow. I'm a believer now these things are worth the $$$!! What a difference from my old CCM Vectors 08 that kept moving around.
From: RW