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 Bauer Vapor 3.0 Hockey gloves are the most affordable glove in the Bauer Vapor line up. The Vapor 3.0 gloves are ideal for entry to recreational use offering a comfortable fit, great mobility and a lightweight feel.
The exterior of the Vapor 3.0 is entirely nylon, half nylon mesh and the other half cable mesh. These materials offer great durability, breathability, and a lightweight feel. The Vapor gloves are a tapered fit that reduces negative spaces in the lower portion by the fingers and then opens up in the cuff for great wrist mobility.
- Model Number: 1038976
- Heritage: Vapor X:20
- Level of Play: Ideal for entry level to intermediate play
- Fit Guidelines: Tapered fit - Closer fit in the fingers then opens up in the cuff. Ensures that that glove moves with the hand without reducing wrist mobility
- Sizing Guidelines: Size varies on personal preference, see sizing chart below
Specifications
- Exterior:
- Nylon mesh and cable II mesh exterior for great breathability, durability, and a light feel
- Protection:
- Mid-density foams for a lightweight feel and good protection
- Palm:
- Double layer Clarino nash for a traditional hockey glove feel and durability
- Liner:
- Hydrophobic mesh offers a traditional comfortable fit
- Fit:
- Tapered fit - Closer fit in the fingers then opens up in the cuff. Ensures that that glove moves with the hand without reducing wrist mobility
- Segmented back roll - To follow the natural hand movement in playing position
- Two piece fingers with stretch gussets for increase mobility
- Dynamic Flex Cuff - Helps increase mobility while maintaining protection
- Dynamic flex thumb - Allows for forward flex without compromising the protection bending backwards
- Sizes:
- 10" , 11" , and 12"
Previous Feedback
Comments: These were bought for my four year old who's just starting to play. They're easy for him to get on and off by himself and they offer good protection without limiting his mobility. They've only seen a few months of action, but he's generally pretty hard on gear so I'm happy to see that they've held up really well so far.
From: Matt, Davis, CA
Comments: Amazing Gloves i had them for about a year, and used them alot. very comfortable. and alot of mobility. Finally the protection is good for the price. One complaint... they have ripped at the palm... but i had used them alot.
From: Alex, CT