Revolutionary skate fitting
This is as high tech as it gets in the world of skate fitting. “The Bauer 3D Skate Lab really is amazing,” said Greg ‘Chevy’ Evtushevski, the owner of Kelowna’s Chevy’s Source for Sports, one of only 150 stores in the world to have such a skate lab.
“It uses 3D imaging to generate a complete profile of the feet so we can put them in the best Bauer skate for them. I had to send two of my staff to Montreal for training so they can operate the lab.”
A hockey player stands on the lab unit for a five-second scan of both feet that generates a foot profile that not only measures foot length and width, but also depth characteristics.
The revolutionary software used was custom developed by Volumental of Sweden, a leader in 3D scanning, software and artificial intelligence.
The resulting scan recommends a Bauer skate for the best fit and performance.
For those taking it up a notch and ordering custom-made Bauer skates, similar to the ones NHL players get, the lab generates a 3D computer-assisted design file to be used by the manufacturer.
The lab also builds a player profile, which allows for scans to be saved to create a history of food characteristics and skates worn throughout a lifetime or career.
Bauer is a world leader manufacturer of hockey equipment, skates and apparel. increase over last year.
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