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 5100 Hockey Helmet offers a great balance between performance and value.
The 5100 utilizes the same shell design as the 9500, offering high-end protection and more air vents than classic Bauer helmet designs. To further cool things down increasing safety, the Bauer 5100 helmet features a triple-density foam liner that utilizes an advanced HX-SORB material for enhanced protection that simultaneously promotes airflow. The 5100 also features a mechanical, dual-density HDPE shell that adjusts to the wearer's head for a personalized fit.
- Level of Play Guidelines: Performance
- Head Shape Guideline: Oval
Specifications
- Protection:
- Triple-density foam liner uses VN and Hx-Sorb foams. Provides a combination of protection and comfort
- Hx-Sorb foam: The blue colored foam, as seen in the image, is perforated shock-absorption padding that provides protection while still allowing for air flow
- Ergo translucent ear covers
- Fit:
- Bio-Mechanical shell:
- The dual-density HDPE shell combines both protective and flexible material for a personalized fit
- Allows the helmet to self-adjust to the vast head shapes in the game
- Tool-free, adjustment-side Bauer clips flip up allowing the player to expand or contract the helmet size without tools
- Bio-Mechanical shell:
- Comfort:
- Floating pro ear loops
- Ventilation ports allow air to travel through the helmet, cooling the air inside the helmet
- Weight: 566 grams (Medium)
- CSA, HECC, CE Certified
- Compatible with most face cages and visors
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Sizing Chart
| Helmet Size | Hat Size | Head Circumference |
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| XS | 6 1/8 - 6 3/4 | 19.2" - 21.2" (49 - 54 cm) |
| SM | 6 1/2 - 7 1/8 | 20.4" - 22.4" (52 - 57 cm) |
| MD | 7 1/4 - 7 7/8 | 21.6" - 23.6" (55 - 60 cm) |
| LG | 7 1/4 - 7 7/8 | 22.8" - 24.8" (58 - 63 cm) |
| XL | 7 1/2 - 8 1/8 | 23.6" - 25.6" (60 - 65 cm) |
*The Bauer 5100 Helmet sizing guidelines are different from other Bauer helmet guidelines
Previous Feedback
Comments: In my opinion one of the best buys on the market. Came from the Reebok 11K to this helmet. It's just as comfortable and doesn't have the glued in pads that eventually start sliding out of place as the helmet gets older. Had the same problem with the pads in the Bauer 7500 so didn't want a repeat of that issue. This helmet feels so much more solid than my 11K but is slightly heavier but not by a great deal. The triple density VN padding gives you incredible comfort,ventilation and protection. This helmet fits just about any cage or half shield on the market and it uses the same aesthetic design and shell as it's much more expensive, higher level 9900 cousin. On top of all these features you get a completely tool less adjustment system which is the real icing on the cake. I see the pros in the NHL with this helmet so you know it's got to be good if they use it at that level.I highly recommend this helmet if your on a budget, it's very affordable and durable.
From: John
Comments: Nice helmet fits my big Mellon well stays in place and my oakly shield fits on it nicely. Nothing to complaint about.
From: Nic, Orroc, mn, usa
Comments: I too am very happy with this brain bucket. It seems to run a little on the large side for me; I wear a 7&3/8 baseball hat and the large was too loose on the tightest setting so returned it for the medium which fits near perfect for my more oval shaped head. The quality is very good along with the fit, I don't have any pressure points even though I have it set nice and snug. I tend to sweat more in this than my old CCM, but the extra protection in the Bauer is worth it.
From: Jeff, USA
Comments: Just a classic, no frills VN helmet. Very comfortable, good weight and gets the job done. About as protective, if not more, than any other VN helmet out there.
From: Toby, JC, NJ
Comments: Perfect helmet for your mid level - all the way to the compettiive pros. Looks good aesthetically while three types of padding/foam offer light weight protection. Easy to adjust without additonal tools and feels great on my head. Helmets are the last area you should worry about price and this helmet can fit any hockey playing budget!
From: Simon, Philadelphia, PA
Comments: Great helmet. It's pretty light compared the itech one I used to have. The grey foam is comfortable and doesn't seem to absorb sweat like VN foam does. It has pretty decent airflow too.
I did have to change the screw posts on the sides (yeah I keep the ear inserts in) since the stock ones put pressure right on my temples.
From: Lew, WI
Comments: Probably the best Bauer helmet they have. yeah i said it! All their "high end concussion resisting lies....helmets" are kind of a joke. They fit the smallest heads possible or have impossible pressure points that just give you the worst migraines in games.
This helmet however is amazing. Bauer bought Mission as you might know, and did two things, took the mission intake helmets and their amazing VN liners and shoved them into this helmet combined with their little honey comb web they have above it, you can feel it when you take any hits or shock to the head, its fantastic!
The thing about the mission liner that is now in this is its porous a little more than the CCM/RBK ones, so it absorbs your sweat, why? because it uses your own sweat water for impact support, you take a hard hit and all you get is extra sweat that rolls down your face, thats the shock rolling away. I've had a few times where my head got
cranked like that and this helmet may have saved my brain from being just a noddle.
The fit of the helmet is also great, unlike other high sitting helmets by bauer, this one is a lower sitting profile like the 4k helmets by
RBK. So if you're switching over from that brand this is the helmet for you!! Would i recommend this helmet? Absolutely! If you have a big head like me and want a bauer helmet, this is the helmet to get!
the protection is there, the durability is there, its a clean looking helmet. It fits nice and deep to protect your entire head and not just protect you like a top hat would. The ventilation is great too, i really enjoyed it
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From: Humberto
Comments: This helmet is decent for the price, It is comfortable and protective. The protection looks pretty good inside, with a honeycomb like liner and another foam padding. There are easy adjustments on each side to get a customizable fit. The helmet also looks slick like the top of the line ones. Its a great helmet for the price!
From: Peter
Comments: We purchased this helmet for our 14 year old son who plays travel hockey. His old Mission Intake finally started to break-down after several years of service. He's been using the new 5100 for the past three months. He liked it right out of the box. Fitting the helmet to his head took less than 30 seconds with the tool-less mechanism. He said it felt great the first time he used it, with no pressure points on the sides or top of his head. The ventilation is very good, probably due to the amount of open space on both sides of the padding at the top of the helmet, directly under the vents in the shell. The helmet is fairly lightweight but very solid. He's had contact with the boards and glass, other players, sticks, and pucks, and he says he doesn't feel any impact, just hears the sound. Bauer has scored a hat trick with the 5100 for comfort, protection, and price. I'd recommend this helmet to anyone at the intermediate to advanced levels.
From: Steve, USA
Comments:Great helmet. Have only used it 3x and already love it. Great fit right out of the box, and very easy to customize. Airflow is DEF noticeable, with the comfort you would expect from a higher end Bauer product. Fits the Hejduk visor perfectly also.
From: Jamie
Comments:The helmet is made of amazingly good material for its price. Was easy to fit to my head right of the box (took about 5 seconds to un- clip the clips, fit, then clip them back down). Fits very snug, but easy to break in. Great buy for intermediate players.
From: Leon