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 Bauer Vapor 1X Lite Stick is the lightest, most versatile and quickest releasing Vapor stick ever! Compared to the 2016 1X; the 1X Lite has an 11% faster release, 20% more hosel stability and is 20 grams lighter weighing in at 397 grams (in senior).
While Vapor has been one of the best quick-release sticks on the market, Bauer sought to make it even more versatile so it can skillfully adapt to any situation, any time. The solution is the QRT+ Technology that provides better stability through the hosel. The 1X Lite now has reinforcing asymmetrical layers of carbon through its taper that prevents it from opening up by 20% compared to the 2016 1X.
The blade of the 1X Lite is a key upgrade that speeds up the shot release, reduces weight, improves balance and increases durability. Bauer used 13% thinner carbon fiber layers and optimized the layering process, which removed 7 grams of weight from the blade and sped up the shot release by 11%.
The TeXtreme carbon fiber, the eLASTech Resin System and the MonoComp construction process likely sound familiar as they carry over from years past, but they are paramount in helping the QRT+ and ACL technologies benefit the player. TeXtreme is an 18K carbon fiber that is 20% lighter and 20% stronger than traditional fiber. MonoComp is one of the most consistent stick manufacturing processes on the market, providing excellent responsiveness and feel for players. Lastly is the eLASTech Resin that is very durable and it helps to extend pop life, thanks to the micro-nano tube reinforcement.
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- Heritage: Vapor '16 1X / '14 1X / APX2 / APX
- Level of Play Guideline: Elite
- Construction: True One-Piece
- Shaft Dimensions: Rounded Corners / Double Concave Sidewalls
- Flex Point: Low kick
- Weight: 397 grams (based on a P92 curve, 87 flex)
Specifications
- Construction:
- Lightweight TeXtreme® Carbon Fiber
- The new new fiber orientation removes about 10 grams of weight, increases the taper's durability by 30% and provides an even quicker shot release than the 1st 1X
- Lightest Vapor Stick ever
- TeXtreme® is 20% lighter and manages impact stresses 20% better than traditional carbon fiber
- Monocomp Technology
- True one-piece compression molding process, eliminates "fusion" or connection point between shaft and blade
- Gives players an unreal responsive and consistent feel from top to bottom
- Best process available for a lightweight and balanced hockey stick
- eLASTech Technology
- Proprietary resin with carbon nanotubes reinforcements and tougheners that provide a 56% increase in strength compared to standard resin
- Extends the life of the stick by helping to keep micro-fractures from growing and spreading
- Extends the pop life of the stick; keeping it feeling newer, longer
- Geometry:
- Contoured - Rounded Corners and Double Concave Sidewalls
- Micro Feel II Shaft
- Allows the stick to sit comfortably in your hands, resulting in better puck handling and improved control
- Flex Profile:
- Low Kick via the QRT+ Technology (Quick Release Taper)
- New additional asymmetrical layers of carbon fiber provide better stability and versatility; significantly improving one-timers, slap shots and one-timer performance
- Helps to prevent the hosel from opening up on big shots by 20%
- Aggressive taper geometry still provides one of the quickest shot releases on the market today
- Thin design improves recoil speed by keeping energy in the lower part of the shaft
- Grip:
- Tacky grip stick finish
- Blade:
- ACL (Advanced Carbon Layering) Technology
- 13% thinner internal carbon layers with more fiber angles reduced weight by 7 grams (7%) which resulted in an 11% faster shot release
- Advanced design technique with an optimized fiber placement increases durability and strength-to-weight ratios
- Aero-Sense II Blade Core
- Aerospace-grade material integrated directly into the outer layer of carbon fiber
- Much lighter and more effective than the previous Sense Layer in the APX2
- Increases puck feel plus it prevents chipping, cracking and premature blade breakdown
- Exclusive and Bauer's premium TeXtreme™ carbon fiber
- Pure Shot Blade Profile
- Extra reinforced connection point of the blade and the shaft
- Increases accuracy and blade control by preventing the blade from opening up or twisting on big shots
- Increases durability with the additional material in place
- Flex: 40, 50, 60, 67, 77, 87, 95 & 102
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Sizing Chart
| Size | Height | Flex |
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| JR | 49" | 40 & 50 |
| INT | 57" | 60 & 67 |
| SR | 60" | 77, 87, 95 & 102 |
