Bauer Vapor 3X Pro Intermediate Roller Hockey Skates
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Engineered for the elite roller hockey player, the Bauer Vapor 3X Pro is perfect for any player looking to bump up their game to the next level. It features tech from the fan-favourite Mission gear, as well as the ice hockey side, including a 3D-lasted Carbon CURV composite quarter package, an asymetrical toe cap, a Hi-Lo bearing and chassis setup, and Labeda Millenium wheels.
Boot Construction
The Vapor 3X Pro took a hint from the Mission Inhaler WM01 with the boot, using the same 3D-lasted Carbon CURV composite material. This material is lightweight with great thermoforming properties, which are major reasons why Bauer only uses it in their highest-end gear. With this boot construction too, the Vapor 3X Pro delivers amazing ankle and heel support.
The boot uses a composite outsole, which is known for its durability and stiffness, which increases support and is ideal for strong skaters to maximize their power. Bauer implemented their asymmetrical toe cap from their latest high-end skates to improve fit with a more anatomical feel.
Liner
Bauer lined the inside of the boot with a hydrophobic microfibre liner, which, as the name implies, is great at wicking away moisture and repelling odour and bacteria. Bauer’s liner will help keep you and your skates cleaner and fresher for longer.
Tongue
The tongue of the skate is made of Pro Stock 48oz. felt and includes an injected shield insert for protection. The thick 48oz. felt adds comfort to the inside while you play and skate, and it also adds some extra cushioning against impact and lace bite.
Chassis
The skates use a HI-LO Aluminum chassis, following Bauer/Mission’s high-to-low wheel size style. They are designed to hold two 80mm wheels in the back and two 76mm wheels in the front, a dynamic that will add power and greater maneuverability to your skating. The angle has been described as more aggressive than a standard chassis, and it increases forward lean to strengthen stride.
Wheels
The Vapor 3X Pro comes with Labeda Millenium wheels, which offer amazing grip and speed. They are a bit harder than traditional x-soft wheels but offer the same performance with increased durability. This is a soft wheel, which is ideal for indoor, smooth flooring; if you plan to play outdoors, it is recommended that you opt for outdoor wheels.
Sizing
The Bauer Vapor 3X Pro Roller Hockey Skates are available in 4-6.5 in full and half sizes for Intermediate. Unlike other Vapor skates, these come in a standard Fit 2 sizing (closest to the oldest Supreme fit)
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Category | Elite |
| Quarter Package | 3D Lasted CURV Composite |
| Liner | Hydrophobic Microfibre Liner |
| Tongue | Pro Stock 48oz. Felt w/Injected Insert |
| Outsole | Composite |
| Bearings | HI-LO Swiss |
| Chassis | HI-LO Aluminum |
| Wheels | Labeda Millenium |
| Wheel Durometer | 74A |
| Wheel Size Set-up | 80 / 80 / 76 / 76 |
| Chassis Warranty | 1 Year |
| Boot & Wheel Warranty | 90 Days |
| Skate Size | USA | EU | UK | CM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 5.5 | 37.5 | 4.5 | 23.5 |
| 4.5 | 6 | 38 | 5 | 23.9 |
| 5 | 6.5 | 38.5 | 5.5 | 24.3 |
| 5.5 | 7 | 39 | 6 | 24.7 |
| 6 | 7.5 | 40.5 | 6.5 | 25.1 |
| 6.5 | 8 | 41 | 7 | 25.5 |
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.***
