Beginner/intermediate level skate

[hockeyaussie 1]

Hi,

I've been ice skating for about 15 years, and 6 months ago started hockey lessons. I've played about 6 games in a house league. Looking at either CCM U+07 or Bauer Vapor X15's. Which will be the better skate? I think the fit on both is good, but obviously the CCM has the heat mouldable foam.

Cheers for any suggestions!

[epstud74 24]

Hi,

I've been ice skating for about 15 years, and 6 months ago started hockey lessons. I've played about 6 games in a house league. Looking at either CCM U+07 or Bauer Vapor X15's. Which will be the better skate? I think the fit on both is good, but obviously the CCM has the heat mouldable foam.

Cheers for any suggestions!

Which skate fits you better? I'm pretty sure the U+07 is a higher spec skate. You'd be well served to use that if it fits you well.

[flyers10 57]

The best skate is the one that fits you the best. That being said, what price range are you trying to stay within? If about $200, like the U+ 07 goes for, check out the X30, One60, 7k or 6k. You might find a good deal on last season's slightly higher models as well, like a One75. With 15 years skating and being more active now, a mid-range skate will probably last longer and give faster improvement. But definitely try on anything you consider buying!

[jimmy 194]

Both are good skates for your level, U-7 being a better model. The only thing I see about the X-15 that would steer me clear of it is it has a non-replaceable runner? Upgrade to the X-30 is recommended.

[duch 0]

I totally agree with jimmy. Go for the X30 if Bauer is what fits you best. If CCM fits you better stick with the U+07. Both are decent choices for a person at your level of play.