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.
The popular Powerslide Next Boots in Black are sold on their own so that you can customize with the frames (trinity mount) and wheels of your choice. Comes with MyFit Liners, mounting hardware, shock absorber... All it needs is an urban freeskater and that could be you!
The Powerslide Next Boots uses trinity frame mounting, so you have a large variety of frames and wheel configurations that you can pair them with. NEXT boots have cutaway wings on the upper shell so that you can change the flex, replaceable toe guards, dual buckle closures, and heat-moldable MyFit Recall Dual Fit Liners (also molds naturally with skate time) with a shock absorber under the heel. Trinity mounting uses three mounting points that create a channel for the wheels to lower skate for better control and increase stability and power during push-off. Comes with frame mounting bolts.
Sizing Tip:
Unisex based on US Men's Sizing
| OVERVIEW | |
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| Skate Type | Urban |
| Skill Level | Intermediate and Better |
| Weight | 850g (Size 42/43) |
Specifications
| KEY TECHNOLOGIES | |
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| Trinity X Mounting The combination of the 'along' mounting block of the boot with the 'across' mounting slot of the frame. This allows for frame adjustment both laterally (7mm) and front to back (8mm) to individual preference and/or to correct ankles from wanting to roll (pronation/supination). Trinity frames mount at three points with two off-set winged mounts under the ball of the foot that creates a channel for the wheels to lower the skate, adding stability and power at push-off. |
| BOOTS | NEXT Boots |
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| Construction | Glass-Fiber Reinforced Plastic |
| Cuff | Medium V-Cut |
| Liners | MYFIT Recall Dual Fit Liner |
| Heat Moldable | Yes |
| Closures | Cuff Buckle 45° Micro-Adjustable Ratchet Buckle Standard Lacing |
| Mounting | Trinity X |
Sizing Chart
| GENERAL INLINE SKATE SIZING GUIDELINES | |
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| Measure feet with socks on and then reference the model-specific sizing chart. How to Measure Your Feet for Skates How to Try on Skates for Fit How to Choose an Inline Skate |
| POWERSLIDE NEXT SKATE SIZING CHART Unisex Model Based on US Men's Sizing | |||
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| NEXT Size (Men's) | WOMEN'S | CM | EU |
| 5.0-5.5 | 6.0-6.5 | 22.9-23.6 | 36-37 |
| 6.0-7.0 | 7.0-8.0 | 24.2-24.8 | 38-39 |
| 7.5-8.0 | 8.5-9.0 | 25.5-26.1 | 40-41 |
| 9.0-10.0 | 10.0-11.0 | 26.8-27.5 | 42-43 |
| 10.5-11.0 | 28.2-28.9 | 44-45 | |
| 12.0-12.5 | 29.6-30.3 | 46-47 | |
| 13.0-13.5 | 30.9-31.5 | 48-49 | |
