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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.

    Low Profile Skate Graphic

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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 Reebok 3K hockey shin guard is great for the player looking for lighter protection. The lighweight 3k design comes with the same shell and knee cap technology as the higher end Reebok models. With the easy fastening "y" strap design, the 3k has definitely got you covered.

The 3K shin pad uses the famous JDP® knee cap and JOFA® shin shell.  This shell designs result in excellent impact dispersion resulting in stronger more protection pads.  The Reebok shin shell has a less tapered design moving down into the ankle area than some of the other manufacturers.  This results in a slightly wider fit in the lower leg portion. The 3k features an elastic "Y" stap design that has fastens with velcro over the calf wrap. 

  • Model Year: 2012
  • Model Number: SG3K
  • Heritage: Reebok 2K
  • Level of Play: Ideal for entry to intermediate level of play
  • Reebok sizing guidelines:
    Pad size / Player height 
    8" / 3'4"-3'8" 
    9" / 3'8"-4' 
    10" / 4'-4'6" 

 

 

 

 

Specifications

  • Protection:
    • JDP® knee cap
      • Joint Discharge Principle (JDP) - Disperses the force of impact away from the knee joint
    • JOFA® designed NHL shin cap - Uses a series of arches to give the pad maximum strength as well as preventing a direct impact and dispersing the energy from an impact
    • Extended ankle protection 
    • Foam calf wrap
  • Liner:
    • Nylon liner 
  • Fit:
    • Elastic "y" strap design wraps around the calf securing the lower portion of the pad to the leg
    • Kinetic fit system (KFS) 
      • Segmented protection that moves "intelligently" with the player

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