If you’re a goalie and you want some serious protection, take a look at Vaughn Hockey Goalie Equipment. They are an industry leader in high tech goalie pads, arm and chest pads, catch gloves, blockers, pants, sticks, and face masks.
The Epic and Velocity line of chest protectors have some interesting features that make them not only protective but also lightweight and flexible enough so that you can move comfortably in every direction.
The Epic 8800 Sr. Chest Protector is just one indicator of the strength of Vaughn hockey goalie equipment. Its new design meets all new league size requirements. Vaughn thinks a lot about things like balance and weight distribution in their protective gear. So the Epic 8800 is extremely lightweight so you have full net coverage. Arms are important and you don’t want a too-bulky feeling that might hinder arm movement. Vaughn uses a Dura-mesh construction that is anatomically shaped so it increases arm flexibility while at the same time letting air in for ventilation.
Vaughn made the shoulder floaters extra wide for both net coverage and more width for deflecting pucks. The chest pad is made especially to flex with every body movement and more padding was added to protect the rib cage from hits. It also has extra protection in such areas as the back and spine. Wrists close tightly with Velcro closures.
For 2008, Vaughn also has introduced a totally new design for the Vaughn Epic 8600 leg pad. They are softer and designed for a more ergonomic leg position. Goalies have a lot of stress on the legs and on the knees. So the Epic 8600 was designed with protection in mind but the pads are narrower to reduce drag and allow unrestricted movement. The knee has a new knee hugger curved shape that is supposed to hold the pad tightly for better knee movement. The leg pads are made to be extremely durable but more functional and balanced for leg movements.
The face masks in the Vaughn hockey goalie equipment line have the same sort of bells and whistles you might expect to find in a higher priced goalie mask. For instance. the
Vaughn 7500 Goalie Mask was designed with all new features in 2007. Visibility was a priority and they came up with a recessed cage area that improves peripheral vision and gives a wider view.
The mask was also designed to lessen impact and more smoothly deflect pucks that hit the face area. On top of that Vaughn developed a special high-strength Lexan material that was especially engineered to resist impacts. This is the material they used on the shell. They also made adjustments in the jaw and cheek area that give more protection and visibility.
The 7500 goalie mask has more vent holes in the face to help with ventilation. A new Nitrile liner was also added to the mask with the idea of reducing heat buildup. The cage is constructed entirely of low lusted stainless steel for durability and to help in reducing glare.
Vaughn hockey goalie equipment is made with attention paid not only to materials but also with a focus on the many different ways a goalie moves throughout the entire game. Goalie equipment has to protect but it also has to be lightweight and have balance, flexibility and ventilation. These are qualities that you will find in every piece of Vaughn hockey goalie equipment.
Friday, July 25, 2008
RBK Ice Hockey Equipment--Choosing the Perfect Stick!
RBK ice hockey equipment is in the news quite a bit and with their acquisitions in recent years, they have become one of the biggest ice hockey manufacturers. All of their equipment has overall reviews of good solid construction, durability and high performance. One of their big successes is their goalie equipment which is highly popular and known to be comfortable without giving up any protective qualities.
They have also ventured into composite sticks in a big way and if you are in the market for a new ice hockey stick, you should take a look at the RBK ice hockey equipment line. These days ice hockey sticks come in a lot of different high-tech materials, and while some players will always prefer the feel of wood, these new sticks also offer a lot of pluses, especially in terms of being lightweight which can help the power and accuracy of your shot. If you look around the NHL you are going to see a lot of composite sticks.
RBK has an incredibly full line of ice hockey sticks made from every material. Make sure when you look at new sticks that you order the right size--as you place the stick on the ground, blade on top, the blade should be between your chin and nose. The most important thing is that you are comfortable with the stick. An ice hockey stick is like an arm extension--it needs to be the right length and you need to feel relaxed with it. Likewise, you need to feel at ease with the material it’s made of and to choose a blade curve that fits into your playing style. As with skates, the stiffness of sticks should increase with experience. Beginners don’t need a stiff stick or too much of a curve.
As with any other piece of equipment, high-tech composite sticks are going to cost more. Today you can choose from shafts made of aluminum, fiberglass, Kevlar, carbon-graphite and titanium. But you won’t see many great players with aluminum or fiberglass sticks. Carbon fiber and titanium are everywhere just like they are in golf, tennis, and even bicycle frames. Composite sticks can cost anywhere from under $100 to over $300, now in the same price range as some ice hockey skates.
A couple of good choices for senior players at both ends of the spectrum from the RBK ice hockey equipment line are the RBK 4K Composite Hockey Stick and the RBK 9K O-Stick Composite Hockey Stick. Both are great sticks for different level players and in different price ranges.
The RBK Sr. 4K Composite Hockey Stick is an affordable one-piece composite stick. As to whether it will allow you to get off a better shot really depends on your skill as a player. It is lightweight and according to RBK is a pre-preg graphite and fiberglass composite. With a traditional shaped shaft and a composite blade, it is stiff and durable and would make a good first-time composite stick choice. You should see some increased velocity on your shots, and it will show you how a composite stick feels and plays.
The RBK 9K O-Stick Composite Hockey Stick is the stick used by Detroit Red Wings star Pavel Datsyuk, who endorses RBK ice hockey equipment. Obviously it’s a high-end stick--and it has that unusual design with holes down the shaft. RBK calls it their exclusive “O-technology,”--air actually flows through the shaft and the lower part is also more aerodynamic than a normal hockey stick. Reebok calls these holes power ports and this unique air flow is designed to make your shots harder and faster. It’s a unique feeling to get air under your shot to help it fly.
The composition of the RBK 9K O-Stick is super-low-fiber-aerial-weight graphite which makes it light and durable. This model also has a graphite blade, which although very light is also extremely hard, giving more power to every shot. The RBK 9K O-Stick is not for everyone but many players can significantly improve their shot performance and accuracy with this stick. As with any stick you will have to take into account the sort of flex, lie or curve you are most comfortable with.
RBK considers that the technology behind this stick makes it 21.5% more aerodynamic than any other regular ice hockey stick. Advanced hockey players can really benefit from the weight, stability, and accuracy of the RBK 9K O-stick.. It has been much talked about since it was first introduced in 2006. Every year it has grown in popularity and it has more inquiries than any other stick in the RBK ice hockey equipment line.
They have also ventured into composite sticks in a big way and if you are in the market for a new ice hockey stick, you should take a look at the RBK ice hockey equipment line. These days ice hockey sticks come in a lot of different high-tech materials, and while some players will always prefer the feel of wood, these new sticks also offer a lot of pluses, especially in terms of being lightweight which can help the power and accuracy of your shot. If you look around the NHL you are going to see a lot of composite sticks.
RBK has an incredibly full line of ice hockey sticks made from every material. Make sure when you look at new sticks that you order the right size--as you place the stick on the ground, blade on top, the blade should be between your chin and nose. The most important thing is that you are comfortable with the stick. An ice hockey stick is like an arm extension--it needs to be the right length and you need to feel relaxed with it. Likewise, you need to feel at ease with the material it’s made of and to choose a blade curve that fits into your playing style. As with skates, the stiffness of sticks should increase with experience. Beginners don’t need a stiff stick or too much of a curve.
As with any other piece of equipment, high-tech composite sticks are going to cost more. Today you can choose from shafts made of aluminum, fiberglass, Kevlar, carbon-graphite and titanium. But you won’t see many great players with aluminum or fiberglass sticks. Carbon fiber and titanium are everywhere just like they are in golf, tennis, and even bicycle frames. Composite sticks can cost anywhere from under $100 to over $300, now in the same price range as some ice hockey skates.
A couple of good choices for senior players at both ends of the spectrum from the RBK ice hockey equipment line are the RBK 4K Composite Hockey Stick and the RBK 9K O-Stick Composite Hockey Stick. Both are great sticks for different level players and in different price ranges.
The RBK Sr. 4K Composite Hockey Stick is an affordable one-piece composite stick. As to whether it will allow you to get off a better shot really depends on your skill as a player. It is lightweight and according to RBK is a pre-preg graphite and fiberglass composite. With a traditional shaped shaft and a composite blade, it is stiff and durable and would make a good first-time composite stick choice. You should see some increased velocity on your shots, and it will show you how a composite stick feels and plays.
The RBK 9K O-Stick Composite Hockey Stick is the stick used by Detroit Red Wings star Pavel Datsyuk, who endorses RBK ice hockey equipment. Obviously it’s a high-end stick--and it has that unusual design with holes down the shaft. RBK calls it their exclusive “O-technology,”--air actually flows through the shaft and the lower part is also more aerodynamic than a normal hockey stick. Reebok calls these holes power ports and this unique air flow is designed to make your shots harder and faster. It’s a unique feeling to get air under your shot to help it fly.
The composition of the RBK 9K O-Stick is super-low-fiber-aerial-weight graphite which makes it light and durable. This model also has a graphite blade, which although very light is also extremely hard, giving more power to every shot. The RBK 9K O-Stick is not for everyone but many players can significantly improve their shot performance and accuracy with this stick. As with any stick you will have to take into account the sort of flex, lie or curve you are most comfortable with.
RBK considers that the technology behind this stick makes it 21.5% more aerodynamic than any other regular ice hockey stick. Advanced hockey players can really benefit from the weight, stability, and accuracy of the RBK 9K O-stick.. It has been much talked about since it was first introduced in 2006. Every year it has grown in popularity and it has more inquiries than any other stick in the RBK ice hockey equipment line.
Mission Roller Hockey Equipment is Light and Skillfully Crafted
Mission roller hockey equipment manufactures all types of gear for the beginner to advanced player. If you are looking for inline hockey skates, you can’t do any better than their Wicked line.
The Wicked skates are high-end skates for advanced players so you will find all kinds of high-tech materials from frames to wheel bearings to make them lighter and speedier than other skates.
For instance, the Mission Wicked 1 Senior Inline Hockey Skate came out in 2007 and is a full composite skate. It has carbon fiber uppers and a carbon fiber outer sole. That makes it an incredibly stiff skate which is lightweight and quick in turning and stopping. If you like indoor play to be fast you’ll like the responsiveness. The stiffness is rated at a 10.9 for advanced/pro and you’ll want to bake them to mold to an exact fit and make them easier to break in.
Mission offered its first full-composite skate almost twenty years ago so they’re not new in composite skate design. Mission roller hockey equipment is always durable and a quality product. They’ve had plenty of time to experiment with what works and what doesn’t so their patented HiLo Vanguard magnesium frame is the lightest you will find anywhere. They also tried out different approaches to wheel design and came up with their special set-up that puts two 76mm wheels on the front and two 80mm wheels on the back.
This wheel design is set up for top speed at the same time allowing the skater a low center of gravity for balance. Nothing is lighter than the magnesium frame. It all works together to give you a light, responsive and quick skate ideal for hard indoor surfaces. The Rink Rat MB 816 wheels and titanium 688 bearings round out the Wicked 1.
Mission’s Wicked 3 senior inline hickey skate has much of the same design so you can increase your performance without having to pay out as much as you would for the Wicked 1. The difference in cost means you get uppers and outer soles that are a mix of carbon fiber and fiberglass.
You also get anatomical footbeds, a foam and felt tongue along with that same patented Vanguard frame with 76mm wheels in front and 80mm wheels in back for perfect balance. The Wicked 3 also has the same wheels and titanium bearings as the more expensive model. The boot is still really stiff with a rating of 9.7, which means you can generate optimum power and speed yet turn on a dime. Still, this is an ideal skate for those at the advance level.
The lowest priced skate in this Mission roller hockey equipment grouping is the Mission Wicked 7 senior inline hockey skate. It has PVC uppers and a composite mesh outer sole which can give you a responsive performance at a great price. There’s a lot of padding inside the boot and it’s not as stiff as the other two Wicked boots. It has a stiffness rating of 7.5. It has the same Vanguard Hi Low frame as the other two boots with 76mm wheels on front and 80mm wheels on back but this time you will find aluminum construction. The Wicked 7 also has a different set of wheels and bearings--Rink Rat Hot Shot Wheels and ABEC 9 608 bearings. You won’t find better performance anywhere for the price of the Wicked 7.
All of the Mission roller hockey equipment is skillfully crafted, high quality, and durable. If you are looking for increased performance in an inline hockey skate you can’t do any better than choosing the Mission Wicked 1, 3, or 7.
The Wicked skates are high-end skates for advanced players so you will find all kinds of high-tech materials from frames to wheel bearings to make them lighter and speedier than other skates.
For instance, the Mission Wicked 1 Senior Inline Hockey Skate came out in 2007 and is a full composite skate. It has carbon fiber uppers and a carbon fiber outer sole. That makes it an incredibly stiff skate which is lightweight and quick in turning and stopping. If you like indoor play to be fast you’ll like the responsiveness. The stiffness is rated at a 10.9 for advanced/pro and you’ll want to bake them to mold to an exact fit and make them easier to break in.
Mission offered its first full-composite skate almost twenty years ago so they’re not new in composite skate design. Mission roller hockey equipment is always durable and a quality product. They’ve had plenty of time to experiment with what works and what doesn’t so their patented HiLo Vanguard magnesium frame is the lightest you will find anywhere. They also tried out different approaches to wheel design and came up with their special set-up that puts two 76mm wheels on the front and two 80mm wheels on the back.
This wheel design is set up for top speed at the same time allowing the skater a low center of gravity for balance. Nothing is lighter than the magnesium frame. It all works together to give you a light, responsive and quick skate ideal for hard indoor surfaces. The Rink Rat MB 816 wheels and titanium 688 bearings round out the Wicked 1.
Mission’s Wicked 3 senior inline hickey skate has much of the same design so you can increase your performance without having to pay out as much as you would for the Wicked 1. The difference in cost means you get uppers and outer soles that are a mix of carbon fiber and fiberglass.
You also get anatomical footbeds, a foam and felt tongue along with that same patented Vanguard frame with 76mm wheels in front and 80mm wheels in back for perfect balance. The Wicked 3 also has the same wheels and titanium bearings as the more expensive model. The boot is still really stiff with a rating of 9.7, which means you can generate optimum power and speed yet turn on a dime. Still, this is an ideal skate for those at the advance level.
The lowest priced skate in this Mission roller hockey equipment grouping is the Mission Wicked 7 senior inline hockey skate. It has PVC uppers and a composite mesh outer sole which can give you a responsive performance at a great price. There’s a lot of padding inside the boot and it’s not as stiff as the other two Wicked boots. It has a stiffness rating of 7.5. It has the same Vanguard Hi Low frame as the other two boots with 76mm wheels on front and 80mm wheels on back but this time you will find aluminum construction. The Wicked 7 also has a different set of wheels and bearings--Rink Rat Hot Shot Wheels and ABEC 9 608 bearings. You won’t find better performance anywhere for the price of the Wicked 7.
All of the Mission roller hockey equipment is skillfully crafted, high quality, and durable. If you are looking for increased performance in an inline hockey skate you can’t do any better than choosing the Mission Wicked 1, 3, or 7.
How to Choose Ice Hockey Skates
Considering that your investment for a basic ice hockey skate will be $60 - $150 or up to $500 for a top-of-the-line competitive skate, it’s always best to do a little research before buying. You need not get the cheapest model nor the most expensive--you should choose just the right model for your own use and level of play.
Choosing ice hockey skates need not be a daunting task. Many companies make quality skates and all you have to do is keep in mind a few simple characteristics when choosing your equipment. The emergence of online retailers of ice hockey skates means that there is more competition and you can now find quality skates at lower prices. No matter where you buy your skates make sure you deal with people who are knowledgeable about ice hockey skates and can answer any questions you might have.
As with all other kinds of sports equipment, technology has made ice hockey skates even better with new kinds of materials and features. If you only play hockey a couple times a year you probably don’t need the features of someone who practices every day and competes on a team several days a week.
All ice hockey skates are a lot more comfortable than they used to be. Even the low-cost models have comfortable padding that molds to the foot, while the mid to top-of-the-line models have different types of micro-fibers and foams which not only mold to the foot cutting down on the breaking-in time, but dry out fast as well.
Today’s ice hockey skates are incredibly light especially as you get into the higher end models. Abrasion resistant quarters and lace-bite tongues are pretty common on all brands and models. As you move up to the professional models you will find high performance carbon composite outer soles and light, high-tech carbon fiber blades.
As you pick out your ice hockey skates, remember that the biggest mistake people make when buying skates is that they get sizes that are too large. In ice hockey skates bigger is not better. It’s better for them to feel short and tight when laced up than long and loose.
Also, ice hockey skates run larger than normal shoes or other sports footwear. Unless your feet are going to grow, always select a skate that is 1-½ sizes smaller than your running shoes or sneakers. So, if you normally wear a size 10, you need to buy a size 8-½ skate. Most skate models come in three different sizing systems: youth, junior, and senior. And as you go up through the various models, keep in mind that the more you pay to get a better model, the stiffer the skate is going to be. Beginners should stay away from stiff skates--for pros, most times the stiffer, the better.
A couple of really good skates for mid-level players in the medium price range are the CCM Vector V04 senior ice hockey skates and Nike Bauer Vapor XVI Sr. Hockey Skates.
CCM has what it calls its F-I-T System which means that the heat and pressure from your foot will mold the boot into a custom fit. That, combined with a special pro comfort foam around the ankles and an anatomical foot bed makes the CCM Vector V04 extremely comfy to wear. As with all CCM products they are extremely durable and abrasion resistant, with a Duratex professional lining that dries quickly. A low profile allows you to turn quickly and stop fast. Lightweight and with a very nice long-lasting steel blade, the CCM Vector V04 have the quality that’s built into every skate in the Vector line with a superb fit and high performance design. The CCM Vector skates are very popular with ice hockey players who like a more traditional skate.
The Nike Bauer Vapor XVI Sr. Ice Hockey Skates are also a mid-range skate with a sublimated tech nylon that’s a little stiffer than lower-priced models. They fit great with insta-form ankle pads and a lightweight, easy-drying, hydrophobic micro-fiber liner. A form-fit eva footbed and plenty of ankle support will allow you to have foot control, while this lightweight skate will give you plenty of power, and allow you to go faster and turn quicker. The Vapor XVI is a great skate for advanced beginners or intermediate players.
Choosing ice hockey skates need not be a daunting task. Many companies make quality skates and all you have to do is keep in mind a few simple characteristics when choosing your equipment. The emergence of online retailers of ice hockey skates means that there is more competition and you can now find quality skates at lower prices. No matter where you buy your skates make sure you deal with people who are knowledgeable about ice hockey skates and can answer any questions you might have.
As with all other kinds of sports equipment, technology has made ice hockey skates even better with new kinds of materials and features. If you only play hockey a couple times a year you probably don’t need the features of someone who practices every day and competes on a team several days a week.
All ice hockey skates are a lot more comfortable than they used to be. Even the low-cost models have comfortable padding that molds to the foot, while the mid to top-of-the-line models have different types of micro-fibers and foams which not only mold to the foot cutting down on the breaking-in time, but dry out fast as well.
Today’s ice hockey skates are incredibly light especially as you get into the higher end models. Abrasion resistant quarters and lace-bite tongues are pretty common on all brands and models. As you move up to the professional models you will find high performance carbon composite outer soles and light, high-tech carbon fiber blades.
As you pick out your ice hockey skates, remember that the biggest mistake people make when buying skates is that they get sizes that are too large. In ice hockey skates bigger is not better. It’s better for them to feel short and tight when laced up than long and loose.
Also, ice hockey skates run larger than normal shoes or other sports footwear. Unless your feet are going to grow, always select a skate that is 1-½ sizes smaller than your running shoes or sneakers. So, if you normally wear a size 10, you need to buy a size 8-½ skate. Most skate models come in three different sizing systems: youth, junior, and senior. And as you go up through the various models, keep in mind that the more you pay to get a better model, the stiffer the skate is going to be. Beginners should stay away from stiff skates--for pros, most times the stiffer, the better.
A couple of really good skates for mid-level players in the medium price range are the CCM Vector V04 senior ice hockey skates and Nike Bauer Vapor XVI Sr. Hockey Skates.
CCM has what it calls its F-I-T System which means that the heat and pressure from your foot will mold the boot into a custom fit. That, combined with a special pro comfort foam around the ankles and an anatomical foot bed makes the CCM Vector V04 extremely comfy to wear. As with all CCM products they are extremely durable and abrasion resistant, with a Duratex professional lining that dries quickly. A low profile allows you to turn quickly and stop fast. Lightweight and with a very nice long-lasting steel blade, the CCM Vector V04 have the quality that’s built into every skate in the Vector line with a superb fit and high performance design. The CCM Vector skates are very popular with ice hockey players who like a more traditional skate.
The Nike Bauer Vapor XVI Sr. Ice Hockey Skates are also a mid-range skate with a sublimated tech nylon that’s a little stiffer than lower-priced models. They fit great with insta-form ankle pads and a lightweight, easy-drying, hydrophobic micro-fiber liner. A form-fit eva footbed and plenty of ankle support will allow you to have foot control, while this lightweight skate will give you plenty of power, and allow you to go faster and turn quicker. The Vapor XVI is a great skate for advanced beginners or intermediate players.
CCM Ice Hockey Equipment is made to Last
CCM ice hockey equipment has been around for more than a century and more kids have probably learned to skate on CCMs than on any other brand. The good thing about CCM is that they have never laid back and rested on their success. Even being bought by Reebok, who was consequently bought by Adidas, has done little to slow their technical prowess. It doesn’t matter what kind of CCM ice hockey equipment you purchase--skates, sticks, helmets, padding--it has always been well-made, quality gear.
CCM has stayed on the technological edge with their Vector line of ice hockey equipment. New materials, a whole new look, plus all of the reasons you buy a CCM product--comfort, durability, quality for the price--that’s what makes the Vector equipment so popular and highly recommended.
All of the Vector ice hockey skates come with what CCM calls their “F-I-T System.”
It wasn’t long ago that when you bought new skates, you went to a professional skate fitter and got your boots heat treated--molded to your foot for an exact fit. What CCM does is the same premise but they have created a boot that adapts to each person’s foot through a combination of heat from your foot in the boot and external pressure being applied from the boot itself. This makes every skate seem as if it was created exactly for the shape of your foot and gives you a virtually customized fit.
CCM ice hockey equipment, especially the higher end models of the Vector ice hockey skates, use a lightweight metal alloy mesh for the exterior of the uppers. This is a huge departure from the hard nylon normally used in boot construction. It’s seems odd but in this case metal actually makes for a softer boot. Plus, the outer soles are either Texalium Matrix composite or carbon composite, allowing excellent energy transfer and adding durability.
The Vector U+ Pro and the Vector 10, as well as some other models, have a material called Ultima Dry in the liner which is a hydrophobic, anti-microbial fabric. This means that it is anti-bacterial plus it wicks moisture away from your foot where it evaporates leaving your feet clean and dry no matter how long you are out there on the ice. Plus, pro-comfort foam around the ankles saves many weeks in breaking in the boot part of the skates. The bottom of the skates have an E-Blade holder with a replaceable runner, not a T-Blade which has a composite blade instead of a stainless steel one. Instead, this blade is stainless steel and optimized to allow it to be sharpened extra times before needing replacement.
CCM ice hockey equipment includes these Vector skates in many models that are numbered upwards from 01 up to 10 plus the U+Pro. That means the skates go from beginner to pro-level plus there are many models of the CCM Vector junior and youth skates.
CCM has also not been left behind in the composite hockey stick market. If you play a lot and want a quality stick to help you score, check out the Vector U+ ice hockey stick. It’s designed with 100% carbon fiber composite in the shaft and in the blade. It is lightweight--in fact, it is the lightest CCM stick ever, and it’s durable with a 360-degree full woven wrap. The CCM Vector U+ hockey stick is sure to help you get more shots in the goal. It has a 24” true taper and is just stiff enough to give you considerably more power on your shots. There’s nothing like light and durable carbon fiber construction to give you confidence and improve your performance.
CCM has stayed on the technological edge with their Vector line of ice hockey equipment. New materials, a whole new look, plus all of the reasons you buy a CCM product--comfort, durability, quality for the price--that’s what makes the Vector equipment so popular and highly recommended.
All of the Vector ice hockey skates come with what CCM calls their “F-I-T System.”
It wasn’t long ago that when you bought new skates, you went to a professional skate fitter and got your boots heat treated--molded to your foot for an exact fit. What CCM does is the same premise but they have created a boot that adapts to each person’s foot through a combination of heat from your foot in the boot and external pressure being applied from the boot itself. This makes every skate seem as if it was created exactly for the shape of your foot and gives you a virtually customized fit.
CCM ice hockey equipment, especially the higher end models of the Vector ice hockey skates, use a lightweight metal alloy mesh for the exterior of the uppers. This is a huge departure from the hard nylon normally used in boot construction. It’s seems odd but in this case metal actually makes for a softer boot. Plus, the outer soles are either Texalium Matrix composite or carbon composite, allowing excellent energy transfer and adding durability.
The Vector U+ Pro and the Vector 10, as well as some other models, have a material called Ultima Dry in the liner which is a hydrophobic, anti-microbial fabric. This means that it is anti-bacterial plus it wicks moisture away from your foot where it evaporates leaving your feet clean and dry no matter how long you are out there on the ice. Plus, pro-comfort foam around the ankles saves many weeks in breaking in the boot part of the skates. The bottom of the skates have an E-Blade holder with a replaceable runner, not a T-Blade which has a composite blade instead of a stainless steel one. Instead, this blade is stainless steel and optimized to allow it to be sharpened extra times before needing replacement.
CCM ice hockey equipment includes these Vector skates in many models that are numbered upwards from 01 up to 10 plus the U+Pro. That means the skates go from beginner to pro-level plus there are many models of the CCM Vector junior and youth skates.
CCM has also not been left behind in the composite hockey stick market. If you play a lot and want a quality stick to help you score, check out the Vector U+ ice hockey stick. It’s designed with 100% carbon fiber composite in the shaft and in the blade. It is lightweight--in fact, it is the lightest CCM stick ever, and it’s durable with a 360-degree full woven wrap. The CCM Vector U+ hockey stick is sure to help you get more shots in the goal. It has a 24” true taper and is just stiff enough to give you considerably more power on your shots. There’s nothing like light and durable carbon fiber construction to give you confidence and improve your performance.
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