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#8 in Hockey Skates

Bauer X-LS

Name: Bauer X-LS
Brand: Bauer
Rating: 7.9 (1 reviews)

Bauer

$109.00 – $169.00

Entry-level skate with a reinforced nylon quarter, thermoformed ankle padding, and stainless steel blade for new adult skaters and public-session use. It prioritizes warm, forgiving comfort over stiffness.

7.9

Good

Consensus

Our Analysis

Ranked #8 based on expert reviews, user sentiment, and value analysis.

Score Breakdown

Expert Score

7.7

User Sentiment

8.1

Value Score

8.7

Complaint Risk

9.3

Freshness

7.6

Community

8.5

Availability

8.8

Pros

Very affordable entry to ice hockey
Soft flex is comfortable for beginners
Decent stainless blade for the price

Cons

Too soft for competitive play
Non-replaceable runner on the holder

Don't buy this if…

Skip it if you already play organized hockey, where this boot's softness will hold you back.

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