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Bauer Vapor Skate Fit Evolution (2009–2025) Model | Heel Fit | Forefoot | Boot Height / Instep | Pitch | Fit Notes ----------------|------------------|--------------------|---------------------------|------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------- X:60 (2009) | Very narrow, deep V | Narrow, tapered | Very low | Very aggressive | Classic Vapor. Ultra-tight heel lock and shallow fit. APX (2011) | Narrow | Slightly wider | Still low | More aggressive | Added recoil tongue. More anatomical heel and wrap. APX2 (2013) | Narrow | Tapered, rigid | Low, stiff ankle wrap | Aggressive | Stiff plastic quarter. Heaviest feel of pre-1X Vapors. 1X (2015) | Narrow | Tapered | Low, better wrap | Aggressive | Lightweight Curv® build. Softer wrap, more form-fit. 1X 2.0 (2016) | Narrow | Tapered | Slightly higher instep | Slightly less aggressive| Improved liner comfort. Slightly more volume up top. 2X Pro (2019) | Narrow | Tapered, more toe space | Low-mid | Aggressive-balanced | Asymmetrical toe cap adds subtle width. Still snug heel. Hyperlite (2021) | Narrow-ish | Tapered | Taller instep | Less aggressive | Softer quarter. More flex in upper. Heel less locked-in. Hyperlite 2 (2023)| Narrow-ish | Tapered | Same as HL1 | Similar to HL1 | Refined wrap. Slight heel hold improvement. Flylite (2025) | Narrow to med-narrow| Tapered | Lower instep | More aggressive | Returns to tighter wrap like APX2 but modernized. Key Fit Evolutions (2009–2025): X:60 → APX: Tighter, more anatomical heel and stiffer wrap. APX2: More rigid, durable, with reduced comfort/flex. 1X: Big leap—lighter, more mobile, better thermoform fit. 1X 2.0: Slightly more upper boot volume—less toe pressure. 2X Pro: Slight forefoot width increase via new toe cap; boot feels more balanced. Hyperlite: Boot height increases, heel lock softens slightly, more flex. Hyperlite 2: Small refinements, improved heel lock with similar shape. Flylite: Brings back older locked-in feel with modern materials.