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 USD Core Tri-Pack Protective Combo makes it easy to get certified protection for wrists, elbows, and knees all at once. The classic USD logos look cool too. This comprehensive set is perfect to instill confidence at the skate park, or when pushing the limits with other action sports. It doesn't matter if you are a casual skater, newbie, or a pro. Skaters often put themselves in dangerous situations. The streets and skateparks can be very unforgiving, so having pads with hard polyethylene caps that disperse the energy when falling can save your limbs from bearing the impact and/or protect from abrasions.
The knee and elbows are made with 1680D Nylon, have large polyethylene (PE) caps, thick high-density EVA foam, and terrycloth lining. All anatomically shaped to be comfortable without restricting movement. They have a sock construction, which means they are sleeved to slip on, but also include elastic nylon and velcro straps to keep them secure. The wrist guards also secure with with elastic nylon and a velcro strap, with polyester and polyurethane (PU) leather uppers, a terrycloth lining, finger pull-tabs, and PE splints on the palm.
Specifications
| OVERVIEW | |
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| Included | (2) Knee Pads (2) Elbow Pads (2) Wrist Guards |
| Style | Wrap-Around |
| Closures | Elastic Straps with Velcro |
| Padding | High-Density EVA Foam |
| Caps | Bolted (Non-Replaceable) |
| Certifications | EN 14120:2003+A1 2007 |
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Sizing Chart
| GENERAL SIZING GUIDELINES | |
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| Protective Combo Packs: Correspond your knee, elbow, and hand measurements to a pad size using the tables below. If you are in between two sizes, we recommend ordering the larger size. | |
| Wrist Guard: Measure the circumference of your hand's knuckles and the start of your wrist and compare your measurement to the sizing guide below. If you need more help please check out our Buyer’s Guide: How to Size / Measure for Wrist Guards We recommend ordering up if between sizes. | |
| Knee Pad: Measure the circumference 3-4 inches above and below the knee, or around the knee joint itself. Be sure to reference the model-specific size chart to determine size. If you need more help please check out our Buyer’s Guide: How do I Size / Measure for Knee Pads? We recommend ordering up if between sizes. | |
| Elbow Pad: Measure the circumference of your elbow at the elbow joint and compare your measurement to the sizing guide below. If you need more help please check out our How do I Size / Measure for Elbow Pads? We recommend ordering up if between sizes. |
| USD KNEE PAD SET SIZING CHART | ||
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| Knee Pad Size | 4" Above Knee Circumference | 4" Below Knee Circumference |
| MD | 15" - 17" | 11.5" - 13" |
| LG | 17.5" - 20" | 13.5" - 15.5" |
| XL | 20" - 23" | 16.5" - 18.5" |
| USD ELBOW PAD SET SIZING CHART | ||
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| Elbow Pad Size | 5" Above Elbow Circumference | 4" Below Elbow Circumference |
| MD | 11.5" - 12.25" | 10.5" - 11" |
| LG | 12.25" - 13.5" | 11" - 11.5" |
| XL | 13.5" - 15" | 11.5" - 12.5" |
| USD WRIST GUARD SET SIZING CHART | ||
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| Wrist Guard Size | Center of the Hand Circumference | Center of the Wrist Circumference |
| MD | 7.75" - 8.5" | 6.5" - 8" |
| LG | 8.5" - 9" | 7.5" - 8.5" |
| XL | 9" - 9.75" | 8.25" - 9.5" |
