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.
Limited Edition Labeda Addiction Wheels are at InlineWarehouse for a short time only. These limited edition versions have the same construction as the original 608 Addiction wheel, but showcase custom color schemes. The black Addiction wheel is used on the Bauer APXR skate and the green Addiction wheel is featured on the Reebok 11K skate.
The Labeda Addicition wheel offers a new concept in wheel making. The Addiction wheel is an indoor wheel designed for tile surfaces (ie Sport Court), but it has an outer urethane hardness between 83-86A! That's right, an indoor wheel with an outer hardness harder than most outdoor wheels. So you know the durability and the speed is going to be incredible with these wheels and they should be at this price. The question is though, how's the grip? Well, that's where Labeda's top secret urethane combinations and inner core design take over and deliver unbelieved grip. These Addiction hockey wheels grip more than some of the softest wheels on the market! The Labeda Addiction wheel offers unsurpassed, all-around speed and grip. Best of all, Labeda is family owned and their wheels are produced right here in USA.
- Ideal Playing Surface: Sport Court
- Hardness Guidelines:
- 76A (Grip) = 170 lbs and below
- 78A (Grip +) = 170 lbs and above
- Hardness selection should be based on player weight and skating ability. A player can choose a wheel designated for a heavier skater if they have advanced skating skills to compress the wheel enough to grip. This will allow the player to maximize their speed.
- Fit Guidelines: Standard hub wheel designed for the standard 608 bearing size
Specifications
- Wheel Profile: Tapered
- Pointed, performance profile for speed and agility.
- Construction: Triple Durometer
- High durometer urethane outer layer creates abrasion resistance for incredible wear
- High durometer, high rebound urethane speed ring increases roll for maximum speed
- Flex core urethane allows the wheel to flex to maximize the outer layers footprint (contact with the floor) when side loaded and spring back to its designated points for ultimate grip
- Made In USA
- Hub Size: Standard 608
- Hardness Available:
- 76A (Grip) = 170 lbs and below
- 78A (Grip +) = 170 lbs and above
- Hardness selection should be based on player weight and skating ability. A player can choose a wheel designated for a heavier skater if they have advanced skating skills to compress the wheel enough to grip. This will allow the player to maximize their speed.
- Sizes Available:
- 72, 76, 80mm
Previous Feedback
Comments:
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Comments: worst wheels I've had. second set of addictions I've had and these ones started splitting after 2 weeks. first set was fine, don't know whats up with these. pretty upset.
From: Danny, San Jose, CA
Comments: Wow how to say this these are AMAZING wheels like going from rink rat to labeda addiction wheels was a very good choice
From: Zachary, Bradenton, FL
Comments: This is a great wheel and now Labeda offers it in sweet custom colors
like white and green. I wish they came in the XXX harder duromter for us heavier
guys. I don't know who is gonna buy the grey/orange wheel that come on the
APXr...they are ugly! Haha You can check the original Addiction wheel for a more
thorough review.
From: Matt, CO