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 Reebok 18K Ice Hockey Skates are a great advanced to pro level skate that replaces the previous years 11K skate.
The 18K skate offers a great lightweight feel resulting in great execration speed. Reebok has introduced a new quarter panel material for the 18K skate the Max Armour™ V Elite material reinforced with grade A composite. This is a combination of materials designed to offer a lightweight, durable, abrasion resistant outer, and great responsive flex.
Reebok has also redesigned The Pump™ on this years skate line. The Pump™ still features the same performance with a sleeker look. The actual pump and release do not stick out as much and are easier to access. Reebok has continued to use the Lace Lock feature to add to the customized fit.
The 18K skate also features a hybrid tongue. This is a combination of foam and traditional white felt. The hybrid tongue offers a great pre-molded fit, along with a lace bite guard that allows for forward flex. Reebok has also given the 18K ice skate a new liner using a combination of Clarino and Nash leather, offering moisture wicking and a locked in feel.
- Model Number: SK18KP
- Heritage: 11K Pump
- Level of Player: Ideal for advanced level of play
- Fit Guidelines: General fit aspects of the Reebok boot are med-high volume, med-wide heel pocket, med-wide across top of foot and forefoot and toe box. Traditional stance.
- Sizing Guidelines: Reebok skates generally fit 1 1/2 sizes down from your regular shoe size
Specifications
- Quarter Package:
- Max Armour V Elite: Lightweight quarter package with straegically reinforced embedded zones provides optimum lightweight structure, offering stability and durability
- Reinforced composite embedded zones
- Abrasion zone near forefoot designed for added durability and resistant to cuts and abrasion
- Flexion zone - Harnesses flexion to enhance energy transfer
- Spinal zone - Supports Achilles tendon to control flexion & torsion
- Max Armour V Elite: Lightweight quarter package with straegically reinforced embedded zones provides optimum lightweight structure, offering stability and durability
- Liner:
- Dual zone liner
- Clarino liner offers great moisture wicking properties
- Duratex Grip backing to enhance heel lock
- Heel Support:
- ThePump™ technology - The ultimate in personalized pro performance and comfort
- The Pump™ skate will provide:
- A secure comfortable fit
- Guarantees heel lock and ankle support
- Enhances forward flex
- SkateLock™ - Customize your support by tightening the top 3 eyelets independently of the forefoot
- Ankle Padding:
- Integrated carbon
- Tongue Construction:
- Hybrid felt foam - Pre-molded shape provides a comfortable fit while minimizing tongue twist
- Pro Felt & EPE foam
- Hybrid felt foam - Pre-molded shape provides a comfortable fit while minimizing tongue twist
- Footbed:
- F.I.T system
- Outsole:
- Lightweight carbon reinforced composite outsole offers increased rigidity maximizing energy transfer
- Blade Holder and Runner:
- Reebok E-Pro holder
- Proformance lite 10" scalloped runner
- Made in:
- Thailand
- Weight of a Size 9D skate: 895 grams