Mission RH Lil Ripper Yth Inline Skates

Mission RH Lil Ripper Yth are hockey skates for children, intended as introduction for the youngest of players into this dynamic sport. Thanks to smart cost-cutting and clever design choices, it is definitely one of the highlights in its category.

Boot is based around composite shell, which provides more than enough support considering how little (relatively!) children tend to weight. It is adjustable in four sizes and comes in two ranges: EU25-28 and EU29.5-33.5. Thanks to it, they can last several seasons! The outer skin is made out of durable nylon material, while lining is made of microfiber one. Just like skates for grown-ups, these come with felt tongue, which absorbs moisture and provides comfort.

Frame used in this model is made out of resilient composite material, which is more forgiving when it comes to errors in skating technique than aluminum found in skates for older players. Interestingly, Bauer has not opted for a popular “unibody” solution, often found in skates for children, where part of the boot and frame are one piece. Instead, these two elements are riveted together, just like in models for grown-ups. Thanks to it, the frame can be made from a stiffer material, while shell uses softer one to maintain a necessary level of elasticity – no need for compromise here.

As these skates are made for youngest players, their frames fit only three wheels – it allows them to be shorter, while still using standard size wheels, which makes for a great roll and good availability of replacements when they will eventually wear out. At the same time, it lowers weight of the skate. Brake is included, but can be easily detached if needed. It is also worth to note that even though frames fit only 3 wheels, they still come with Hi-Lo configuration: two front wheels are smaller than the rear one, meaning that center of balance is lowered and skate is tilted forward, creating a more aggressive stance, allowing for more dynamic play.

To sum it up, it is a hockey skate worth recommending if you want to get a child into exciting world of roller hockey. However, as these are solid, supportive skates, they can be also used simply to have fun rolling around, too!