How to shop for new skates after years of wearing Bauer supreme

[natbat 0]

I have a pair of Bauer 5000's. I am looking for a new pair of skates, and after shopping I am thoroughly lost. I play pick up and adult league. I have wide feet (EE) and want to stay with Bauer, but have no idea where to start. I would like a smooth transition. Thanks

[Monty22 835]

What did you you try on?

[natbat 0]

Bauer Vapors and Bauer supreme. Guess the most intimidating part was the cost. There is so many different levels/models. I was happy with my 5000's. they are so old, they finally broke down. I was looking at the one 60...if that is right? 300.00 for a pair of skates seems fair to me. What is the main difference between a Vapor and a supreme? Bauer's website is pretty vague. I know skaters with Vapors and I blow their doors off "some" of them... so I know Vapors don't make you that much faster..lol.

[wrangler 157]

The fit. Since you tried them, you'll know the differences, like the narrower forefoot in the Vapor. Which fit you?

[natbat 0]

Honestly, they all felt hard. My daughter plays and has Vapors and loves them. The supreme 60 felt good, I guess I want a good overall skate like my 5000's. But I am guessing today's skates are made better. I don't skate 4 times a week like I used to. The vapor's where uncomfortable, but they usually all are until you break them in. Is the Bauer supreme 60 a good skate?

[raganblink 82]

Depends on how often you play. If you want something that is going to be similar to that 5000 when you bought them look at the one70 or one80. Vapor skates have the same last as the Supreme skates pre-8090 (read: you're skates) so I'd look there as well, specifically at the X5:0. I take it you're going to be looking for a pair that is going to last 15-20 years? The one60, unless you're light on your skates and skate once a week will not hold up. Also don't be afraid to try on CCM/Reebok/Graf/Easton skates if available.

Specific models or whereabouts to look at: Easton EQ40, Easton S12/S17, Graf 700 series, Reebok 8K, CCM U+ 10. Those models will be quite similar to what you have in terms of quality. For skates, get what fits best, you shouldn't have discomfort when trying them on.

[ironslave 2]

Fit is the key, the vapor and supreme do not fit the same type of feet. Unfortunately many LHS's don't really understand this and don't steer customers in the right direction.

[natbat 0]

Thanks for the info. I will be going back to the store in the next couple of days. I love the feel of CCM's, but I would need the tuuk holder or have the blade machined to match Bauer .

[romdj 26]

If I were you I'd either go with the flexlite line or wait an extra couple of months and go with the nexon line. (next spring)

The advantage of the flexlite is that the top of the line skate isn't that expensive, they are very quick to break in and they are not as stiff as the vapor & supreme lines. I'd definitely give it a try..

[b33f 0]

If I were you, I'd take that link down...

[romdj 26]

it was just so he could see what nexon line is gonna look like. why should I take it down?

[wrangler 157]

it was just so he could see what nexon line is gonna look like. why should I take it down?

Because there have been plenty of warnings here about not doing that.

[romdj 26]

Because there have been plenty of warnings here about not doing that.

done.

[wrangler 157]

You've also got it in the new Bauer equipment thread.

[romdj 26]

ok got all my links down

[natbat 0]

Nexon Line? Is that Bauer?

[romdj 26]

Nexon Line? Is that Bauer?

It's a new line from bauer coming up next spring

[t6lock 24]

everyones saying nexon.... isnt it nexus? or is it just a clever way to not use the real name that i just fell for

[JR Boucicaut 3810]

Sherwood is Nexon. Bauer is Nexus.

[natbat 0]

Why is Bauer starting a new line. Isn't Vapor and supreme doing well enough? After some shopping today it seems like older skater's go with supreme and younger with vapors. I found a retailer with an old pair of 8090's without holders/blades. Had them slap on some Tuuk holders/blade's...Great Skate! spent hour and half on ice tonight and had no problems. will get the maximum edge put on them tomorrow. Thanks for all the great info.

[wrangler 157]

There's some discussion on the new Bauer line here: http://www.modsquadhockey.com/forums/index.php?/topic/58889-new-bauer-products-for-2012/

Glad you found a fit that works for you.

[number21 3]

I found a retailer with an old pair of 8090's without holders/blades. Had them slap on some Tuuk holders/blade's...Great Skate! spent hour and half on ice tonight and had no problems. will get the maximum edge put on them tomorrow. Thanks for all the great info.

You found gold! I love my 8090s, I found a piratically new pair on ebay a little over a year ago. Those should last you a good while too.

[natbat 0]

You found gold! I love my 8090s, I found a piratically new pair on ebay a little over a year ago. Those should last you a good while too.

Good to hear. I had a few people ask me today where i found them.

[natbat 0]

Hockey world blog has a photo of the Nexus 1000... Nice looking skate.