Bauer Vapor X Velocity Senior Hockey Skates - 2021
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Intro & New Features
The Bauer Vapor X Velocity SR Hockey Skates have been exclusively designed for Source For Sports. This skate is ideal for the competitive player looking for performance enhancing features, new technology, and instant comfort all at a lower price.
Skate Fit Profile
Like the Hyperlite, the Vapor X Velocity features the Performance Skate Fit System as well. The classic D and EE widths have been replaced in this size range by Fit 1, Fit 2, and Fit 3. This may sound confusing, however, this allows you the freedom to wear different options in the Bauer family.
Previously you based your decision on the traditional “Vapor Fit”, “Supreme Fit”, or “Nexus Fit”. Now all 3 skate fits are available to wear with “Supreme Features”, or “Vapor Features”, whichever aligns with your preference. Below is how the new Bauer Skate Fit System compares to previous years’ of Bauer Skates.
- Fit 1 = Low Volume, Narrow width (closest aligned to the Vapor fit profile)
- Fit 2 = Medium Volume, Medium Width (closest aligned to the Supreme fit profile)
- Fit 3 = High Volume, Wide Width (closest aligned to the Nexus fit profile)
Boot Construction & Stiffness Profile
The X Velocity features Bauer’s 3D Lasted Flex Composite material. This material has allowed Bauer to reduce the overall weight of the boot by about 60 grams. In addition, because this boot is Flex Composite, it will be slightly softer than the 3D lasted Pro Curv Carbon Composite that comes on the X Shift Pro. This Flex Composite material is used to provide good stability while still allowing great ankle flexion. The top of the boot is lined with Comfort Edge Padding to reduce bite when performing stops and aggressive tight turns.
Liner & Internal Padding
The X Velocity is designed with a focus on comfort and reduced break-in time. It features a 1 piece sublimated liner and memory foam ankle pads. The sublimated liner provides great comfort while wicking away moisture as you sweat. The boot is also designed with a Comfort Edge lined along the top of the boot to stop bites when performing stops and quick turns.
Asymmetrical Toe Cap
The X Velocity features an asymmetrical toe cap. This new toe cap has been revolutionized to reduce the negative space which results in a better fit. It also generates more power with every push stride. Bauer designed this toe cap based on the data collected from over 400,000 scans from the Bauer 3D scanner.
Tongue
Bauer has styled its X Velocity tongue to keep the main focus on comfort and performance. The tongue includes a 40 oz Pro Stock felt tongue infused with an injected comfort pad down the middle to offer a balance of performance, support, and great feel.
Insoles
The X Velocity comes with your standard Form Fit footbed. This insole allows your foot to stay secure to the bed of the boot. It also increases the control and blade contact you have while skating.
Graphics
The graphic on the X Velocity is similar to the X Shift Pro but with some subtle differences. The main part of the boot you will notice a gradient black pattern with a bright red stripe down the middle portion. What really stands out on this boot is the vibrant red comfort edge liner and blacked out steel.
Steel Runner, Holder & Blade Profile
The X Velocity skate is equipped with Tuuk Lightspeed 1+ Black steel. This upgraded steel is oxidized to provide increased sharpening life and boost the bite you get on your edges.
The holder used is the Tuuk Lightspeed Edge with a quick release trigger system. This golder is the number one holder used by NHL and professional players.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Category | Source for Sports Exclusive Product Performance |
| Sizes | 7 - 11 (Fit 1, Fit 2, Fit 3) |
| Quarter Package | 3D Lasted Flex Composite |
| Liner | 1 Piece Sublimated Liner |
| Internal Padding | Memory Foam |
| Tongue | 40oz Pro Stock Felt Tongue |
| Insoles | Form Fit |
| Outsole | Digital Composite |
| Heat Moldable | Yes |
| Thermoformable | Thermoformable Upper |
| Holder | Tuuk Lightspeed Edge |
| Steel | LS1 + Black Oxidized |
| Holder Warranty | 365 Days |
| Boot & Steel Warranty | 90 Days |
| Skate Size | USA | EU | UK | CM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 8.5 | 42 | 7.5 | 26 |
| 7.5 | 9 | 42.5 | 8 | 26.4 |
| 8 | 9.5 | 43 | 8.5 | 26.8 |
| 8.5 | 10 | 44 | 9 | 27.2 |
| 9 | 10.5 | 44.5 | 9.5 | 27.7 |
| 9.5 | 11 | 45 | 10 | 28.1 |
| 10 | 11.5 | 45.5 | 10.5 | 28.5 |
| 10.5 | 12 | 46 | 11 | 28.9 |
| 11 | 12.5 | 47 | 11.5 | 29.4 |
| 11.5 | 13 | 47.5 | 12 | 29.8 |
| 12 | 13.5 | 48 | 12.5 | 30.2 |
Hockey Player Skate Sizing Guide
When sizing for the correct size of a skate, we always advise taking the measurements below from a sitting position and not standing upright. Additional weight on your foot/feet can skew your result and misrepresent your foot size. The reason for this is that as you put your full weight on your feet, the arch of your foot will collapse and cause your foot to appear wider or longer than it actually is.
As well, please be aware that skate sizes and shoes sizing do not match exactly. As a general guideline, skates size 1 ½ sizes smaller than shoes.
It is ideal for a player to have a tight, snug fit both in length and width as this will provide the best performance and durability. If a skate is too big you will feel your feet slide around and you will not get the full performance out of the skates and can also develop calcium deposits - Haglund’s Deformity or “Bauer Bumps” for lack of a better term although this issue doesn’t only occur with Bauer models.
An Ideal Fit: Stand with your skates laced and your heel snug in the heel cup. Your toes should just barely feather the end of the toe box. Bend forward into a skating stance. Your toes should pull back slightly from the toe box. Once heat fit, your foot should slide back into the foams of the skate and the length you felt in your skating stance will more-or-less become you standing size.
To obtain the measurement above you will need a soft tape measure and a pen. Start by placing the tape measure flat along the ground in a straight line. Sitting in a chair, place your foot down with the longest point of your foot (usually big toe, or second toe) in line with the edge of the tape measure. Make sure you keep your weight off of your foot. Take a pen and mark the tape measure where the edge of your heel ends. Record this length in cm. This measurement will correspond with the sizing charts in each brand below, if you do not see your exact measurement, select the size with the next size increment above your measurement (i.e. you measure 24.9 cm, you would select 25.1 cm or Size 6).
Sizing Children for Growth Room: If you are purchasing skates for your child, it is common and usually recommended to add some additional room in the skate to increase the last, we recommend no more than 1 full size. Feet stop growing around ages 15 – 15 ½, and from ages 14 - 15 ½ we would recommend adding only half (1/2) a size in length. Follow the same measurement instructions as above, once you obtain your true size move up ½ or 1 size.
***Sizing of skates is very preference based and these measurements will not guarantee a fit that is right for you. Please use these as general guidelines, for the most accurate fit we always recommend getting measured by a professional skate fitter at our store or your local pro shop.***
