Intro & New Features

For 2024, Bauer is introducing the new M40 hockey skate: a mid-line variation in their transition from the Supreme S-series to the M-series of skates. At the Youth size, this skate includes many performance-enhancing technologies specifically prepared to help your child grow with the game, including a Digi Comp quarter package, Memory and EVA comfort foams, and MotionFlexMAX facing technology.

Skate Fit Profile

The M40 Youth skate comes in sizes 8-13.5 sizes and D (Regular) width. When deciding on a skate size, a good rule of thumb is to take the player’s shoe size and drop it by 1 or 1.5 sizes. Although the Youth size skate is a bit more flexible, Supreme family skates are classified as stiffer than Vapor family skates.

Boot Construction & Stiffness Profile

The Digi Comp boot keeps the skates’ performance competitive without making it too stiff and difficult to skate in. Exclusive to the Junior and Youth-sized variations of the M40, MotionFlexMAX facing indicates specific zones in between the second, third, and fourth eyelets with increased forward flex for a more enhanced range of motion. Instead of having to sacrifice the use of the top eyelet, MotionFlexMAX offers the same effect while allowing you to tie the skates all the way to the top for better support. This tech is an improved version of the previous generation MotionFlex.

Liner/Internal Padding

For the M40, Bauer used a sublimated hydrophobic microfibre liner along the inside to wick away moisture and repel odour while your child plays. Including this kind of liner ensures that they stay comfortable in their skates all game long without the potential distraction of a wet boot. The internal padding is made of lightweight memory foam to further increase comfort when wearing the boot.

Toe Cap

The M40 skate uses a standard toe cap to keep the construction simple and to accommodate a wider variety of foot shapes and sizes.

Tongue

The skate uses a classic felt tongue with a mesh insert, which will help keep your child’s feet and ankle area protected, comfortable, and warm.

Insoles

The footbed is made of die-cut EVA foam, which is a common cushioning foam found in standard shoes. In a Youth-sized skate, this keeps your child feeling much more comfortable in a familiar-feeling boot.

Steel Runner, Holder & Blade Profile

To hold the blade in place, the M40 Youth skate employs an LS Pro II holder specific to Youth-sized skates. The runner is made of stainless steel to keep it lasting throughout the first part of your child’s career.

Sizes

The Bauer Supreme M40 Youth Hockey Skates come in sizes 8-13.5 (full & half). These skates are available in D width.