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.
Shop All Recreational Skates.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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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 Tour Cobalt 8.8 skate offers proven Tour technologies like Tour's Direct Power System and the Labeda Humer frame. These technologies allow the skates to accommodate larger wheels to maximize speed and gripping power! The Cobalt 8.8 also comes with Labeda's newest micro hub Fuzion wheels. The micro hub wheels use the smaller 688 bearing which is 1/3 lighter than the standard 608 bearings! The Tour 8.8 skate features advanced technologies at a great price.
- Vistik™ quater panels - Durable, yet offers a supple fit
- Custom reinforced ankle support unit
- Quilted quick wicking comfort lining
- Performance memory foam padding
- Heel Stabilizer
- Molded Lite-Tec outsole
- Form fit cushion footbed
- Labeda Hum’er 6000 Elite frame:
- 6000 Aluminum frame
- Extruded and stamped
- Two piece axle design
- Direct Power System (DPS™)-
This is a cavity in the front portion of the outsole allowing larger 80mm wheels to be
recessed into the skate. Therefore, the skate can use all 80mm sized wheels to
increase the player’s speed and maximum grip, while still maintaining a low center of gravity.
Low center of gravity = more control more speed! - Labeda micro hub Fuzion Wheels
- Wheel sizes:
Skate size 3-4 - 72 mm
Skate size 5-6 - 76mm
Skate size 7-13 - 80mm
- Wheel hardness - XSoft - Ideal for indoor use
- ABEC 7 688 Micro bearings-1/3 the weight of standard 608 bearings
- Bonus: Tour includes a free set of 608 ABEC 7 bearings and spacers- The free set of standard 608 bearings is included to give the player more choices when selecting a replacement wheel
- Ideal for Intermediate to advance level of play
- Sizinig Guidelines-Typically your Tour Skate size will be 1 size smaller than your shoe size. Please visit our size charts for more sizing information.
Previous Feedback
Comments:Great skates, I highly recommend them. IW was very quick to ship and provided great customer service when selecting these skates.
From: R.C. NV
Comments:The cobalt 8.8's are great I tried the code 1's and they were awful the boot was comfortable but didn't break in well then my friend reccomended the cobalt 8.8's and they were great right out of the box they doubled my speed and run incredibly smooth well all I can say is thanks tour!.
From: Nick
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Comments:The cobalt 8.8's are great I tried the code 1's and they were awful the boot was comfortable but didn't break in well then my friend reccomended the cobalt 8.8's and they were great right out of the box they doubled my speed and run incredibly smooth well all I can say is thanks tour!.
From: Nick
Comments:The cobalts 8.8 are awesome!The DPS took some time 2 get used to!But MAN!these bad boys can sure fly!I came 4rm a 22 second lap 2 an 11 second lap! Tours are far best than Mission. Thanks Tour!
From: Aaron
Comments:man i love these skates they are awesome they improved my skating so much and i can hockey stop way better now with the awesome fuzion wheels and the bearing are really fast too well i think tour really beat mission with these skates and becouse i bought these skates now im like the best on my team i play for cy-fair roller hockey in texas woohoo
From: Jerson,
Comments:The cobalts 8.8 are awesome!The DPS took some time 2 get used to!But MAN!these bad boys can sure fly!I came 4rm a 22 second lap 2 an 11 second lap! Tours are far best than Mission. Thanks Tour!
From: A. Cook
Comments:I used to do a lot of iceskating before buying these Tour inline skates and I know what I'm talking about. I have to say that these Cobalt skates are light and the shoe is very comfortable (even more comfortable than the CCM iceskates I own). ;)
From:
Comments:I had the Tour Code 1's and they were the best skates I've ever owned. For some reason I thought I would give Mission another chance and dropped the money on a pair of Lieutenants. They were too stiff, heavy and unbelievably painful - after months, they still didn't break in. Couldn't bear them anymore and purchased these Tours. Even though these are half the price of the Missions and the "base" Tour model, these Tours are lighter and required ZERO break in time. I will NEVER buy anything other than Tours again. I'm tempted to buy a couple more pairs for when mine break down (I should have done this when the Code 1's were still available).
From: Michael
Comments:I just bought a pair of these skates after using mission skates for years. Though the DPS design took some getting used to, tours are all around better skates. They are usually lighter, more inexpensive, while being more comfortable than most of the stiff missions. I play collegiate roller hockey In the ECRHA and I can say that these skates have definitely added a different edge to my game. Most importantly, I Love these skates.
From: Anthony, PA, USA