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 Warrior Hustler Shoulder pads offer pro-level protection with ultimate mobility from multi-layered floating protection areas.
The Hustler shoulder pads feature a shoulder cap that has a low profile design and wraps the front and back of the shoulder. This offers protection on hits coming from all directions. Warrior has also designed their shoulder pads so that shoulder cap joint and collar bone work together to offer great range of motion and prevents the shoulder cap pushing into the neck when lifting ones arm.
The Hustler shoulder pads are the only shoulder pads in the Warrior line that feature both two-piece bicep guards and two-piece shoulder caps. This allows for improved mobility while maintaining the advanced level of protection.
The Hustler also features the two-timer strapping system. These straps have velcro strips on both ends, so you can secure the front then re-adjust the back to lock in an ideal fit. The Hustler shoulder pads also feature the premier liner from Warrior the Ventilator for a great drier fit.
- Protector:
- Multilayered protection
- Molded two-piece bicep protection
- Two-piece shoulder cap improves flexibility and is non-binding
- Independent sternum and clavicle impact areas
- Independent fixed plexus and spine protection with HD foam reinforcement
- Segmented HD foam collar block
- Liner:
- Ventilator™ antimicrobial moisture-wicking liner
- Fit:
- Adjustable bicep protection
- Removable mid-body and lower back protection
- Suspension cap system - Uses elastic at the joint between shoulder cap and the rest of the pad to offer improved mobility and comfort
- 2-Timer strap provides unparalleled adjustability
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Level of Play: Ideal for recreational to advanced level of play
- Senior Sizes: Sm, Med, Lg, and XL