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 X40 Goalie Hockey Pants Yth provide protection suitable for entry level play, and some intermediate level play.
The Bauer Vapor X40 Goal pants have a pre-curved thigh panel with molded foam protection to give you solid protection in the frontside of the pants. Bauer has not given the Vapor X:40 goal pants a whole lot of protection around the groin, but for this level a jock would be sufficient groin protection. Bauer has done a great job around the waist, giving plenty of protection in a tender area. The Bauer Vapor X:40 goalie pants offer a two-piece tailbone pad which allows the pants to contour to your body. The Vapor X40 goalie pants have a flexible outer belly flap, which provides protection without limiting your mobility.
Bauer has used a 200 Denier nylon for the majority of the pants, with a soft red interior liner. The soft red interior liner along with an outer padded nylon belt makes these pants have a very comfortable fit. Bauer has used a full motion mesh in the crotch to allow you to stretch the pants to make a big save. The Vapor X40 goal pants have an outer side roll to give a youth size goalie a little more coverage.
The Bauer Vapor X40 goalie pants offer top of the line comfort without the top of the line price.
- Construction:
- 200 Denier Nylon Shell
- Soft Red interior liner
- Full Motion mesh crotch
- Screen Printed and stitched logos
- Protection:
- Molded Foam and Poly thigh protection
- Hip Protection
- Molded Poly
- Soft Foam liner
- Stiff Foam used to protect the 5 hole area
- Molded Foam and Poly protection around the waist
- Outer side roll for additional coverage
- 2 piece tailbone pad
- Fit
- Outer nylon belt
- Traditional lace up system with cover up pad
- Flexible outer belly flap
- Suspender Ready buttons
- Shell Length: 14" (based on a Youth size Lg/XL)
- Level of Play: Ideal for up to intermediate roller or entry level ice play
- Bauer Sizing Guidelines :
Size / Waist Measurement
Lg/XL / 22" - 24"