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.
- Chassis
Tension Force 4 Wheel Chassis (Extruded Aluminum) - New edge design, for full energy restitution.
Salomon SP Wheels 84mm / 83A Elliptic Micro Hub (Max 84mm)
Twincam Microbearings
- Construction
Free Flex Energyzer with Speed Link & Power Strap
- Fit
CustomFit Pro Liner - External and internal customization for dynamic fit and better energy transmission. Heat molded customization to your foot.
Airflow - Cut-outs in the sole and in the lower shell for permanent air flow to the foot.
Speedlace Lycra® Dynamic Tongue - Shock Absorber - Size 9 and larger = 290mm frame
- Size 8.5 and smaller = 275mm frame
Previous Feedback
Comments:Boston, Ma, USA. They are the best looking and performing skate available
From: Don, City, State, Country: 7/22/04
Comments:I've been skating on the Pilot 9 Pro's for just over 1 month, and have no desire to use any other skate. These skates are absolute perfection for me! The design and construction are top-notch, and the speeds these skates are capable of are flat-out sick! Last weekend, my local skating club, Landskaters of Philadelphia held Freedom Skate 2004. With over 400 in attendance, I noticed many participants wearing P9P's, and comparing notes came to the conclusion that Salomon has designed a winner! Bravo!!!
From: Terry, City,State, Country:Philadelphia, PA USA 7/4/04
Comments:I am considered an advanced fitness skater and I have been out on my new Pilot 9 Pro's a few dozen times now and love these skates. I was seriously considering five wheeled skates but thought that the speed advantage would be outweighed by the disadvantages for my kind of skating (populated trails). With the frame design and 84mm wheels/micro bearings, the new P9P's seemed to be a good compromise. The P9P's are very fast and responsive and the boot is well designed. I was concerned about the boot at first because I have a narrow heel and Salomons are usually for wider feet, but with the new design and mid strap, these boots fit me just fine. The speed laces cinch in tighter than I even need and the mid strap holds the foot in well. The boots have a feature that allows how much flex is experienced in the cuff. One of the first things I noticed was the very noticeable air flow in the boot. In addition to holes across the sole, there is an intake and "exhaust" for and aft. The sole inserts are heat moldable gel and though I bought my skated online, the soles seem to be forming to my foot from skating. The frames can be alignment adjusted to toe in or out and the boots can be outfitted with a five wheeled frame if one should want to do that at some point. The wheels have micro bearings and roll like crazy and with the 84mm wheels, they are quite fast as I mentioned. The wheels are 83a which are pretty hard but I‚m finding that they are wearing faster than my previous K2 wheels, but because these skates are so much better, I am skating much faster and harder which is probably the cause; my skating is primarily on concrete and pretty smooth asphalt. Another thing I noticed immediately was that with no effort, I was skating with hardly any pronating, which was quite different than my K2 skates. Again, I love these skates and think that they are the best four wheel skate available and can be considered a very good alternative to five wheeled skates unless one is just interested in speed skating.
From: Steven City: San Diego State: California Country: USA 5/2/04