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 Mission Inhaler AC5 Roller Hockey Skates are the first skates in the Inhaler line to feature the redesigned 1 piece Hi-Lo™ Vanguard™ Aluminum frames providing you with quicker cuts and a shorter stopping distance. The AC5 skates use the Hi-Lo HL1 wheels good for indoor play and have ABEC 7 bearings to keep you rolling.
The Inhaler AC5 features a anatomically formed quarter package and covered it with a woven nylon to provide a good fit with durability. Vents on the top and sides of the toe caps allow's air to pass through to help keep your feet cool and dry. The tendon guard was also lowered, providing an increased range of motion.
- Model Number: 1040132
- Heritage: New
- Level of Play Guideline: Performance
- Fit Guidelines: General fit aspects of the Inhaler boot are medium-high volume, medium-wide ankle area, medium-wide across top of foot and forefoot and medium-wide toe box.
- Sizing Guidelines: Mission skates generally fit 1 1/2 sizes down from your regular shoe size
Specifications
- Quarter Package:
- Woven nylon - Great durability
- S.I.C.K. vented toe caps
- Lowered tendon guard for more range of motion
- Heel Support:
- Anatomical Heel
- Liner:
- Brushed nylon liner
- Tongue Construction:
- White felt with a lacebite insert
- Outsole:
- Injected TPU
- Lightweight feel with a forgiving feel
- Frame: Hi-Lo™ Vanguard™ frame: Aluminum Series
- 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
- Aluminum - Sections were cut out to make it lighter than ever before
- 2 piece steel, self locking axle
- Wheels:
- Hi-Lo HL1 76A
- Bearings:
- Mission ABEC 7 608
- Weight of One Size 9E skate: 1198 grams
Previous Feedback
Comments: great skates for the money even on clearance great overall skate no lace bite i have played 7 games strait in 1 day perfect all the way threw
From: Matt, Chicago, IL
Comments: a very nice skate for the money . I preffer a very stiff skate which these are not. These have a moderate amount of boot flex. Fit great because of the e width. Not very comfortable after six games and two bakes. I have to tie them very tight because of the weak boot sidewalls so I get lacebite around my ankles. I would recommend these to a beginning or moderate player. If you are a player in a very competitive league these skates are not top of the line fast and top top of the line stiff and uncomfortable. I should have gotten a higher model for my skating needs. I've been playing hockey for over 25 years and am 30 years . These are a good skate for the money but you get what you pay for
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Comments: this is very good intermediate skate and I recommend it very much
From: Ran
Comments: this skate is amazing i broke my other mission skates and mow i got these and they held up amazing. the wheels and bearings are really good had no problems. love the skates
From: Kevin, Tabernacle, NJ
Comments: Just tried these on and they are very good for the price. It is uncomfortable at first (didn't get them baked) but once you get used to it, it is VERY comfortable and has decent speed. Not sure if it's just me but the wheels are wearing off faster than I expected. I would still recommend the AC5 for those casual bladers who want decent speed.
From: Simon, Canada
Comments: :I've had this skate for a month now. Playing twice a week on a concrete rink with a painted surface. I'm a big guy and am hard on skates. Had to bake them to fit right but once that was done fit and break in was no problem even skating barefoot. Seems well made and are holding up fine, even taken a few hard shots to the boot and rail. The wheels that come with this skate are very soft figured they were not going to last think I got 2 games out of them before I chunked the wheels. Replaced with label as ash fault and have had any issues since. Overall a good lightweight skate for the price I would recommend them.
From: Mike, Philly
Comments: I just received these last night and skated in them today for the first time. (I haven't baked them yet) They are very comfortable out of the box. The fit is fairly similar to a Bauer flexlite4.0 and nexus ice skate. I currently wear Bauer totalone nxg's on ice in a EE (ordered through
IW) and these are a very close fit. ( I don't skate inline much, but these are certainly lighter and more comfortable than my old Nike quest 1's from a number of years ago)
So far, very happy!
From: Scott, NY