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In the spring of 2016, the launch of the updated Bauer Supreme line of skates took place in Russia. New modifications are an improved version of the previous series. Consider the features and characteristics of this equipment.

general description

The new modification of the skates Bauer Supreme 1S is an upgraded version of the group TotalOne MX3. The company's developers have brought some improvements to the design with the introduction of innovative developments previously used in the Vapor 1X class. In addition, engineers supplemented the model with solutions specific to the Supreme family.

Next, we pay attention to the changes that these skates received in comparison with their predecessors. The 2016 lineup consists of seven modifications. In this parameter, it is the second series after Vapor. Interestingly, confusion can occur with Bauer Supreme skates, as well as with the clubs of this company. The fact is that the digital designation has remained the same as in the previous season. The difference is the addition of the S index. That is, models 140, 150, ... MX3 are marked S140, S150, ... 1S, respectively. Therefore, you need to pay attention to this aspect when buying.

Design design

The updated skates of the Bauer Supreme 140 and other representatives of this series have a different design. According to experts, they slightly lose to MX3 models, which are ranked among the best exteriors in this series. Hockey shoes became darker, made in dark colors. Perhaps this is due to the fact that manufacturers decided to return to the classic design of their products, which involves a maximum of black and a minimum of bright colors.

Only the stripes that form the original pattern on the surface of the shoe were not stained. The manufacturers plan to release the limited edition 1S, made entirely in black color.

Constructive Transformations

These changes are of much greater interest. It is no secret that due to the introduction of modern innovations, many users acquire advanced copies. The boot body of the 1S series is made of composite material, the features of which are discussed below. Its trade name is 3-D lasted Titanium Curv.

The following is a brief summary of the Bauer Supreme skate modifications:

The leading model of the line under the name Nexus (1N) comes in the traditional black and gray color scheme, which is present in most versions with composite shoes of this company.
The top model of the 1X Vapor series is equipped with a composite of aluminum alloy, made in silver with a light yellow tint. A similar design is observed in the design of other sports equipment from this brand.
In addition to color, the structural material of the boot is no different from what the manufacturer used in previous models.

Features of the composite material

This component deserves special attention. Significant operational experience with Bauer men's skates shows that the material has special properties. It has a high rate of rigidity, guaranteeing a reliable level of protection and high dynamic parameters.

This design makes it possible to more efficiently gain speed and carry out emergency braking. This is due to the fact that the loss of deformation of the shoe is minimal. In addition, a boot made of composite material is less susceptible to lateral loading, which, in turn, unloads the user's legs when performing maneuvers, since the ankle is fixed in a given position.

In addition, the use of this material allows you to give a complex and clear shape to the hockey skates of Bauer Supreme SR. It lasts a long time, providing thermal molding, low weight and a hard surface. The listed qualities objectively translate such a boot into a premium class. The composite has a greater working life than professional nylon, and also retains its original characteristics longer. Additionally, the product in question is attracted by the fact that the buyer receives a professional model with composite equipment for less money.

Nuances

A significant structural difference between the model of skates for men of the 1S series from the MX3 is the use of composite material and the manufacture of a caliper in the ankle region. In the previous version, it was made of plastic. This innovation made it possible to reduce the mass of the boot, increase the rigidity of the structure and thermal molding in the heel.

Sports shoes on the upper edge are equipped with the well-known slip-on type Total Edge Comfort, which makes the contact of the user's feet softer and more comfortable. This is made possible thanks to soft foam placed inside a glossy black and gray synthetic material. This part plays a big role in operation, since hard shoes better and more carefully grasp the foot. After the introduction of this technology, the number of complaints about rubbing the legs with the hard edge of the hockey boot from the composite has significantly decreased.

Rear part

The manufacturer focuses on one of the innovations used in the production of skates Bauer Supreme 160 and 1S. It is C-Flex technology embedded in the back of the boot. A similar design has already been used in a protective tongue. In this case, the player could change his stiffness index by means of special inserts of different thicknesses made of composite material. Now such an opportunity appeared in the back of the sports shoes in question.

It does not hurt to pay attention to the design of the updated backdrop. It is made entirely of smooth plastic, has a complex original shape, and on the inside has almost no finish. The manufacturer tried to make this element extremely noticeable and striking.

You can also change the stiffness of the backdrop using inserts with two types of stiffness. Among them: middle view (mid) and enhanced version (stiff). The first insert is made of dense rubber, and the second element is made of black plastic. What does this give the player? He can choose three options for adjusting stiffness by inserting one of the types of gaskets or not using them at all. This factor also affects the level of resistance of the back during bending.

Testing

Testing skates Bauer Supreme 140 showed that the introduction of C-Flex technology did not give a particular advantage when skating. During testing, a trial of all options was carried out. As a result, the difference was revealed to be minimal and practically not felt. If we take a competing Easton Mako model, we can note that on this model the influence of a flexible backdrop on skating is brighter and more pronounced.

This is due to an aggressive tilt of the backdrop forward. This helps to feel the work of the element at any stage of the step when riding on bent knees, since it constantly rests on the leg. A review of the Bauer Supreme skates proves that on such modifications the back slope is neutral, it is unstable in contact with the player. In this regard, the real resistance of the element is felt only at the final stage of the step at maximum amplitude. Since the manufacturers focused on this moment in the presentation, we can say that it turned out to be very controversial.

As a result, experts recommend the use of a medium-sized rubber insert, since it makes it possible to maintain the flexibility of the backdrop. This extends the duration of its functioning. The pad on the three lower plastic teeth and one upper analog is fixed. To remove an element, it is enough to tilt the backdrop forward and pick it up with a suitable tool. In a similar manner, a new insert is mounted by shrinking the part to its old place.

Lacing

Monolithic lacing of the boot is used on other versions. A significant drawback of this plastic design is its susceptibility to mechanical stress, which provokes the gap of the eyelet from hitting the puck or when the laces are over tightened.

The Bauer Supreme children's skates use a similar design. Shoes differ between adult models only in size. When testing the brand of sports shoes in question, lacing proved to be a reliable and practical element, without ever being deformed. Complaints about this element are related to the fact that a large number of these skates are produced. Consequently, popularity also gives rise to such a misunderstanding. According to company management, breakage of monolithic lacing is not more than 5 percent. Be that as it may, a wide range and overall high quality determine the popularity of the brand in question around the world.