text: Bauer makes an excellent skate, and the XXX is one of their top line models.  If you watch any pro hockey, you will see a large number of pro players wearing Vapors; they are probably the most popular skate worn by NHL players.  They are expensive, just like all top of the line skates.\n\nI have always worn CCM; Tacks growing up, graduated to Vectors in the last few years.  They fit my feet the best; Bauers are too narrow for me.  My son LOVES Bauers, and hates CCM.\n\nThe new Reeboks are also great; I would probably try them next, if I had to buy a pair of skates.\n\nBottom line; you've gotta try them on to know which is best for you.  Just like any other top of the line athletic footwear (basketball shoe, cross trainers, etc) there is a huge personal preference factor determining what is good.  Go to a good hockey shop, and spend some time just trying on skates.\n\nHope this helps...