Bauer Supreme M3 Intermediate Hockey Shin Guards
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Intro & New Features
Experience the next level of protection and performance with the new Supreme Mach protective line from Bauer for the 2023 season. The gear is designed to offer great protection against impact in all directions while still allowing for lots of maneuverability. The M3 is competitive-level equipment designed for comfort and safety while keeping to a more affordable price point. Features on the shin guards include an X-Flex shield shin cap, a Thermomax sub liner, and an ErgoDynamic Lab knee cap.
Shin Protection
The M3 shin guards are equipped with the advanced X-Flex shield shin cap, offering enhanced mobility and improved skating stride. The X-Flex shield shin cap features a hinged flex design that allows for a more natural and unrestricted range of motion while skating, ensuring that players can move with greater ease and efficiency on the ice.
Knee Cap Protection
The knee protection on the shin guards is designed with the innovative ErgoDynamic Lab knee cap, offering a deeper and more natural fit. This advanced kneecap design ensures a secure and comfortable feel while providing optimal protection. Additionally, the same shield technology used in the shin area extends to the knee, ensuring consistent levels of impact resistance.
Calf Protection
The shin guards boast a full-coverage calf guard, providing comprehensive protection for the back of the leg. In terms of protection, the guard incorporates a molded PE (Polyethylene) insert, adding an extra layer of resistance while enhancing the overall protective capabilities of the shin guards.
Liner
The shin guards feature Bauer’s Thermomax sub liner, which is designed to manage moisture efficiently by pulling sweat away from the body and promoting quick drying, helping keep players dry, comfortable, and focused during intense physical activity. The moisture-wicking properties of the Thermomax sub liner contribute to improved temperature regulation and overall performance on the ice.
Strapping
The M3 features a comfort lock strap, offering a secure and customized fit for players. This strap ensures that the shin guards stay in place during gameplay, providing players with added stability and protection. Additionally, the shin guards include a calf strap, further enhancing the fit and preventing unwanted movement while skating.
Sizes
The M3 Intermediate shin guards are available in 13” and 14” sizes.
| Features | Description |
|---|---|
| Calf Protection | Full Coverage Calf Guard w/ Molded PE |
| Category | Competitive |
| Knee Cap | ErgoDynamic Lab Knee |
| Shin Protection | X-Flex Shield |
| Liner | Thermomax Sub Liner |
| Made In | Thailand |
| Removable Liner | Yes |
| Side Knee Protection | HD Foam |
| Sizes | 13" , 14" |
| Strapping System | Comfort Lock Strap | Calf Strap |
| Warranty | 90 Days |
| Weight | 640g (single 14" pad) |
Player Shin Guard Sizing Information
When sizing a shin pad, you must determine first if you will wear the shin pad over top of the skate tongue, or if the skate tongue will sit in front of shin pad and “flop” forward. This will determined the length of the shin pad you will want.
Your knee should fit directly into the center of the kneecap, which is usually lined and padded to help direct it and provide comfort. Once the pad is strapped to your leg, it should be secure and snug and should NOT be able to twist rotate or slide freely. There are many strapping systems offered and you must decide what you like and dislike. On some models you will find anchor straps or thicker straps which can offer a better more secure fit. Anchor straps are made up of a stretchy knit material and usually fasten above or below the calf muscle. These straps are designed to anchor the pad in place and not allow it slide up or down. Thicker straps across the calf wrap/guard are also often used, these straps help provide full protection to your leg ensuring that the calf guard reaches across your leg.
Keep in mind that as you go up in price you will usually see more adjustments, options and higher density foams and technologies used. You must determine within your budget, which shin pad offers the most features that you want, as well as provides the most comfort.
Sizing a Shin Pad over top of your Skate Tongue:
To size a shin pad correctly when fitting over top of your skate tongue, measure the length (in inches) of your leg from the middle of your knee cap, when it is bent at a 90 degree angle, to the top of the boot of the skate. Once you have this measurement, round the number up to the next whole number (i.e. 13.2” becomes 14”). Because the shin pad is sitting over top of the skate tongue, it enables your to wear a slightly bigger pad without compromising mobility. This is usually seen as an upside because you get extra protection in areas like the tongue of your skate.
If you are sizing a player and want to include growth room, we do recommend this method as well, because it allows for a bigger pad to be worn, again without compromising motion or mobility.
Sizing a Shin Pad underneath your Skate Tongue:
To size a shin pad correctly when fitting over top of your skate tongue, measure the length (in inches) of your leg from the middle of your knee cap, when it is bent at a 90 degree angle, to the top of the boot of the skate. Once you have this measurement, round the number down to the next whole number (i.e. 13.7” becomes 13”). Because the shin pad is shipping underneath the skate tongue, the pad will not be able to sit right against the edge of the skate and thus a slightly shorter shin pad is used. If a shin pad that is too big is tried on, you will notice that the shin pad is shifted up and the kneecap falls out of the designated spot. If this happens your shin and knee will not be properly protected and you are more susceptible to having your shin pad rotate or more as well.
Compare your height, weight and age to the charts provided to find your best fit. As well, use the measurement that was taken above to compare to the provided charts. Another good estimation is to look at your old/existing shin pads to see what size they are. If you are growing and have outgrown them, then next size up is probably for you. If you liked the way your shin pads felt, it may be smart to continue with the same size.
