With an expected launch in Summer 2014, Bauer Hockey recently unveiled their new Nexus 8000 skates to retailers at Bauer World 2013. The Bauer Nexus 8000 skates will offer a replacement for the Nexus 1000 skates which came to market in the 2012.
The Nexus 8000 skates appear to have made several upgrades over the Nexus 1000. One of the main things you’ll notice is that the new Nexus 8000 skates will be using Curv composite in the quarter package, where as the older Nexus skate used the lightweight tech mesh.
The Bauer Nexus 8000 have also welcomed the addition of Bauer’s latest Tuuk Lightspeed Edge holder. Those looking for the ability to quickly change their steel will appreciate this holder.
Moving inside the boot, you can see that the Nexus 8000 skates look drastically different than their predecessor. Gone is the retro looking tan clarino liner from the Nexus 1000. It has been replaced by a very soft and comfortable looking Hydra Max 2 liner.
It appears safe to already say that Bauer has another excellent skate on their hands here with the Nexus 8000. The skates look amazing and pack some great features for the competitive player.
Our expectation is that the Nexus 8000 skates will hit retail store shelves next summer, shortly after the launch of the Bauer Supreme Total One MX3 skates.
Drop us a line in the comments below and let us know what you think of the Nexus 8000 skates. If you’re in the market for a new pair, are you willing to wait until next year to pick these guys up?
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