The Daoust 501 Roller Hockey Skate is built for high-level players who want elite performance without paying for wheels and bearings they don't need.
Playing Style
Fit Profile
Level of Play
Playing Style
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Power
A Power-Focused Playing Style suits players who thrive on generating strong, top-end speed through forceful and longer strides. They come with a stiffer boot that efficiently transfers energy into the rink for maximum power with every stride.
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Acceleration
An Acceleration-Focused Playing Style is ideal for players who rely on quick bursts of speed and agile movements to dominate the game. These offer a moderately stiff boot that balances support with mobility. You can swiftly change direction, make sudden moves, and accelerate rapidly with these skates.
Fit Profile
If multiple categories are selected, it indicates the skate is available in or can be molded to different fit profiles.
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Low Profile
Narrow forefoot, narrow heel pocket, shallow instep depth, and low overall volume.
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Medium Profile
Medium forefoot, medium heel pocket, medium instep depth, and medium overall volume.
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High Profile
Wide forefoot, wide heel pocket, deep instep depth, and high overall volume.
Level of Play Definitions
If multiple categories are selected, it indicates the skate is suitable for multiple levels of play.
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Recreational Skates
Recreational roller hockey skates are 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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Performance Skates
Performance-level roller hockey skates are a great fit 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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Elite Skates
Elite-level roller hockey skates are built 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.
Cut Protection Level
This is the general level of protection against cuts.
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Minimum
Basic protection suitable for competitive play
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Standard
Balanced protection for intense game play. Protects against more severe cuts.
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Maximum
Highest level of cut resistance for elite gameplay, designed for the biggest and fastest players.
ANSI Rated Cut Level
Measures the actual cut resistance of materials based on the ANSI/ISEA 105 standard.
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N/A
No specific cut-resistance rating provided by the manufacturer.
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A1
Minimal protection; withstands light cuts (200-499 grams of force).
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A2
Lower-level protection; resists slightly heavier cuts (500-999 grams of force).
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A3
Low-level protection; suitable for competitive play (1,000-1,499 grams of force).
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A4
Standard protection; defends against significant cuts (1,500-2,199 grams of force).
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A5
Elevated protection for intense play (2,200-2,999 grams of force).
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A6
Extra protection for faster, higher-impact play (3,000-3,999 grams of force).
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A7
Ultra-high protection (4,000-4,999 grams of force).
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A8
Premium protection for all levels of play and ages (5,000-5,999 grams of force).
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A9
Top-tier cut resistance for ultimate protection (6,000+ grams of force).
Certifications
Indicates compliance with safety standards and regulations for hockey gear.
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USA Hockey
Approved for play under USA Hockey regulations. Ensures gear meets safety standards for organized play in the United States.
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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.
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CE
Meets European safety standards for protective equipment. Designed for compliance with regulations across European leagues and recreational play.
At its core is a stiffer 60/40 composite boot paired with a composite outsole, creates a noticeably more explosive and supportive base than lower-tier models. This construction is designed for aggressive, powerful skating, delivering better energy transfer and stability through quick starts, hard stops, quick transitions, and high-speed cuts.
Inside, Daoust leans heavily into what separates this line from the competition: classic step-in comfort. The dual-density VE Poly Foam liner allows the foot to settle naturally into the boot while maintaining a locked-in feel, eliminating dead space without creating pressure points. Wrapped in a Diamond microfiber liner, the 501 excels at moisture management, keeping feet drier and more comfortable during long games, practices or tournaments.
Up top, the adjustable and replaceable 7mm Pro Felt tongue delivers excellent protection while allowing players to fine-tune internal volume for a more personalized fit. Underfoot, the composite outsole is paired with Daoust's Hi-Lo roller chassis, which comes installed with axles but intentionally excludes wheels, bearings, and spacers. This gives players the freedom to build the exact setup they want, or reuse their existing hardware, while putting more of the skate's cost into premium boot performance where it matters most.
| How to Build Your Skate |
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| 1. Pick Your Skate: Choose from the 501 or the 301 OG. 2: Build Your Setup: Pick your favorite set of (8) wheels (16) bearings and (8) 6mm spacers; or reuse your current setup. 3: Skate Your Way: Hit the rink with a better boot and the perfect wheel/bearing combo for your surface, style and game. |
For the ultimate fitting experience that can be done without leaving the house, make sure to first Bake Your Skates at Home and then Check for Proper Skate Fit. If you are still unsatisfied with how they fit and feel, simply use the included pre-paid return label.
| OVERVIEW | |
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| Level of Play | Performance |
| Fit Profile | Medium Volume |
| Weight | 956 grams (Size 9.0D) |
| Heritage | New |
| Model Number | D301RH |
| Available Sizes | 1.0-12.0 |
| Available Widths | D |
Specifications
| KEY TECHNOLOGIES | |
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| 60/40 Composite Boot with Composite Outsole A stiffer, more responsive boot construction designed to maximize energy transfer and acceleration while maintaining the classic Daoust step-in comfort players expect. | |
| Build-Your-Own Skate Platform Since it does not come with wheels, bearings or spacers, this gives players the flexibility to choose the wheels and bearings that best suit their game, or even to reuse the setup on the skates they're replacing. | |
| Dual-Density VE Poly Foam Liner Thicker, heat-moldable foams wrap the foot for a secure, custom-like fit while eliminating wasted energy during powerful strides. |
| BOOT | |
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| Construction | Traditional Two-Piece |
| Material | 60/40 Composite |
| Heat Moldable | Yes |
| Tongue | Replaceable 7mm Reinforced Felt Nylon Wrapping TPU 60 Lace Bite Guard |
| Tendon Guard | Standard with Semi-Flex |
| Facing | Traditional |
| Laces | Unwaxed |
| Midsole | High-Strength Plastic |
| Outsole | Composite |
| LINER | |
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| Lining Material | Diamond Microfiber |
| Abrasion Reinforcement | Yes |
| Collar Padding | Yes |
| Ankle Padding | Dual-Layer VE Poly Foam |
| Footbed | 4mm Grip Felt |
| CHASSIS | |
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| Construction | One-Piece |
| Material | Machined Aluminum |
| WHEELS | |
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| Model | Not Included |
| WHEEL CONFIGURATION | |
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| Sizes 1.0-2.5 | (2) 68mm (1) 72mm / 3 Wheel HiLo |
| Sizes 3.0-4.5 | (2) 68mm (2) 72mm / 4 Wheel HiLo |
| Sizes 5.0-6.5 | (2) 72mm (2) 76mm / 4 Wheel HiLo |
| Sizes 7.0-12.0 | (2) 76mm (2) 80mm / 4 Wheel HiLo |
| BEARINGS | |
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| Brand | Not Included |
| Axle | (8) Daoust Square Flush 2-Piece 6mm included |
| MANUFACTURER WARRANTY | |
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| Boot | 90 Days |
| Chassis | 90 Days |
| Contact | info@icewarehouse.com |
Videos
Sizing Chart
| DAOUST GENERAL SIZING GUIDELINES | |
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| Sizes 1.0 - 5.5 Generally, these skates fit 1.0 size down from your regular shoe size. | |
| Sizes 6.0 and Up Generally, these skates fit 1.5 sizes down from your regular shoe size. |
| JUNIOR - DAOUST SKATE SIZING CHART | |||
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| Daoust Size | Length in CM | US Men's Shoe Size | US Women's Shoe Size |
| 1.0 | 21.0 | 2.0 | 3.5 |
| 1.5 | 21.4 | 2.5 | 4.0 |
| 2.0 | 21.8 | 3.0 | 4.5 |
| 2.5 | 22.2 | 3.5 | 5.0 |
| 3.0 | 22.6 | 4.0 | 5.5 |
| 3.5 | 23.1 | 4.5 | 6.0 |
| INTERMEDIATE - DAOUST SKATE SIZING CHART | |||
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| Daoust Size | Length in CM | US Men's Shoe Size | US Women's Shoe Size |
| 4.0 | 23.5 | 5.0 | 6.5 |
| 4.5 | 23.9 | 5.5 | 7.0 |
| 5.0 | 24.3 | 6.0 | 7.5 |
| 5.5 | 24.7 | 6.5 | 8.0 |
| 6.0 | 25.1 | 7.5 | 9.0 |
| 6.5 | 25.5 | 8.0 | 9.5 |
| SENIOR - DAOUST SKATE SIZING CHART | |||
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| Daoust Size | Length in CM | US Men's Shoe Size | US Women's Shoe Size |
| 7.0 | 26.0 | 8.5 | 10.0 |
| 7.5 | 26.4 | 9.0 | 10.5 |
| 8.0 | 26.8 | 9.5 | 11.0 |
| 8.5 | 27.2 | 10.0 | 11.5 |
| 9.0 | 27.7 | 10.5 | 12.0 |
| 9.5 | 28.1 | 11.0 | 12.5 |
| 10.0 | 28.5 | 11.5 | 13.0 |
| 10.5 | 28.9 | 12.0 | 13.5 |
| 11.0 | 29.4 | 12.5 | 14.0 |
| 11.5 | 29.8 | 13.0 | 14.5 |
| 12.0 | 30.2 | 13.5 | 15.0 |
| HELPFUL ARTICLES | |
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| How to Find Your Skate Size | |
| How to Select a Roller Hockey Skate | |
| How to Fit a Hockey Skate |
