Replacement for the Bauer X:60 Skate

[bthompson1286 5]

Hey everyone,

I’m currently on my last pair of Bauer X:60s. I was able to get 4 pairs of these skates over the years because I loved the fit and feel.  I’ve tested out some carbon boot models, like the Bauer APX and the Bauer 1X. However, the fit in both of those didn’t quite match the X:60, even though they’re still from the Vapor line.

Does anyone have any recommendations for a skate that provides a similar fit to the X:60 but with a carbon boot? I’m also looking for high-end stiffness. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks!

 

Edited Tuesday at 07:51 PM by bthompson1286

[flip12 717]

It might help if you share more info about what didn't work for you in the fit change between the TechMesh and CURV builds. It also sounds like you haven't tried the new 3 Fit System. If I recall correctly, that started with the second season of the 2X.

Also, what size do you wear in X:60s and how long does a pair tend to last you?

[bthompson1286 5]

13 minutes ago, flip12 said:

It might help if you share more info about what didn't work for you in the fit change between the TechMesh and CURV builds. It also sounds like you haven't tried the new 3 Fit System. If I recall correctly, that started with the second season of the 2X.

Also, what size do you wear in X:60s and how long does a pair tend to last you?

I'm a size 9D.  

The APX and the 1X didn't feel as close to my foot as the x:60.  I may need to try again.  Also the sizing seemed different as well.  I'm a 9D in X:60 but the 9D in the APX felt bigger.

Edited Tuesday at 07:56 PM by bthompson1286

[flip12 717]

14 hours ago, bthompson1286 said:

I'm a size 9D.  

The APX and the 1X didn't feel as close to my foot as the x:60.  I may need to try again.  Also the sizing seemed different as well.  I'm a 9D in X:60 but the 9D in the APX felt bigger.

I believe the big difference for a lot of people in the jump from TechMesh to CURV Vapors was the forefoot having more of a curved shape…I think they called it TrueLasted or something.

But damnit I wish you had said something about running dry months ago. Someone on Kleinanzeigen (German classifieds) sold three or four pairs of barely used if not new 9D TechMesh Vapors a few months ago. They had X7.0, X90, a couple other skins. I was eyeing them with envy because I’m a 9.5D!

In the new Fit System I’m a 9-Fit 1, because of the new toe cap. I’ve only tried them on though, haven’t gone for skate in any Vapors newer than X100 (APX2 gen.).

Edited 16 hours ago by flip12
Fit System reference

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Alternatively you could delay going to a curve boot even longer by trying to source the Pro Stock Bauer V Cut skates 

https://www.sighockey.com/collections/player-skates/products/bauer-vapor-2x-pro-v-cut-hockey-skates-9-d-a-280-ls-fly-ti