Is it time to upgrade those worn out skates that you've been wearing for an eternity? We review some of the latest and hottest hockey skates on the market!
Youth Hockey Skates - Bauer Junior Vapor XII
The Bauer Junior Vapor XII skates are the perfect choice for the average player. They have a nifty design with silver stripes down each side. The skate offers good interior padding and has the trendy Tuuk blade holder. Overall, the Bauer Junior Vapor XII is a good quality skate! Retail - $150 US.Youth Hockey Skates - Easton Junior Synergy 500 SC
This is a high-performing skate for the recreational player. The Easton Junior Synergy 500 SC's appearance has similarities to Easton's top-knotch skate, the Synergy 1500C. It has the uni-body construction along with the ever-popular Razor Blade II blade holder. Add to that a sweet design and you got yourself a winner with this skate! Retail - $170 US.Youth Hockey Skates - Reebok Junior 3K
The Reebok Junior 3K allows you to look like the pros without spending an arm and a leg. The design has a simple yet modern look. The one downside is the lack of cushioning and support. But at such a low price, these skates are a solid pick for all you Alexander Ovechkin's in training. Retail - $90 US.Youth Hockey Skates - CCM Junior Vector 3.0
If you are looking for a skate that is agile enough to make those sight turns and stop on a dime, then this may be the skate for you. The skate offers superior fit to minimize all potential ankle injuries. The design, however, is a little much with a flashy zig zag pattern and aqua blue highlights. But hey, whatever floats your boat! Retail - $120 US.Related Stories: