Overview
Playing Style
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Power-Focused Playing Style
This style suits players who thrive on generation strong, top end speed through longer and forceful strides. They come with a stiffer boot that efficiently transfers energy into the rink for maximum power with every stride.Acceleration-Focused Playing Style
For players who rely on quick bursts of speed and agile movements to dominate the game, this type of skate is ideal. These offer a moderately stiff boot that balances support with mobility. These these skates, you can swiftly change direction, make sudden moves and accelerate rapidly.
Fit Profile
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If multiple categories are selected, it indicates the skate is available in or can be molded to different fit profiles.
Low Profile Fit
Narrow forefoot, narrow heel pocket, shallow instep depth and low overall volume.
Medium Profile Fit
Medium forefoot, medium heel pocket, medium instep depth and medium overall volume.
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High Volume Fit
Wide forefoot, wide heel pocket, deep instep depth and high overall volume.
Level of Play Definitions
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If multiple categories are selected, it indicates the skate is suitable for multiple levels of play.
Recreational-Level Skates
Built for the new-to-hockey player or casual skaters that are looking for an affordable option. These are great starter skates, especially for youth players.
Shop All Recreational Skates.Performance-Level Skates
Designed for players who are confident in their skating stride and are ready to take their performance to the next level. These players are on the rink 1-2 times a week playing mid-to-high level hockey.
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Engineered for the best performance, protection, durability and comfort. These players are usually on the rink three times or more a week and are playing high-level hockey.
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Cut Protection Level
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This is the general level of protection against cuts.
- Minimum: Basic protection suitable for competitive play
- Standard: Balanced protection for intense gameplay. Protects against more severe cuts.
- Maximum: Highest level of cut resistance for elite gameplay. Ideal for competitive adult hockey and designed for the biggest and fastest players.
ANSI Rated Cut Level
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Measures the actual cut resistance of materials based on the ANSI/ISEA 105 standard.
ANSI Level Description Grams of Force N/A No specific cut resistance rating provided by the manufacturer. N/A A1 Minimal protection; withstands light cuts. 200-499 A2 Lower-level protection; resists slightly heavier cuts. 500-999 A3 Low-level protection; suitable for competitive play. 1,000-1,499 A4 Standard protection; defends against significant cuts. 1,500-2,199 A5 Elevated protection for intense play. 2,200-2,999 A6 Extra protection for faster, higher-impact play. 3,000-3,999 A7 Ultra-high protection. 4,000-4,999 A8 Premium protection for all levels of play and ages. 5,000-5,999 A9 Top-tier cut resistance for ultimate protection. 6,000+
Certifications
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Indicates compliance with safety standards and regulations for hockey gear.
- USA Hockey: Approved for play under USA Hockey regulations. Ensures gear meets safety standards for organized play in the United States.
- BNQ: Certified by the Bureau de Normalisation du Quebec for cut-resistant hockey gear. Required for players in Canadian Minor Hockey leagues to ensure on-ice safety.
- CE: Meets European safety standards for protective equipment. Designed for compliance with regulations across European leagues and recreational play.
The Chaya Chameleon High Skates are high-cut jam style dance skates made to be strong and supportive while staying comfortable and lightweight. They are made with a glass-fiber reinforced composite as well as real and PU leather with plenty of padding within the boot.
The Chaya Zena plates are made of 6061 aircraft aluminum, making them very precise and strong with great energy transfer. The plate is mounted on with the Dual Center Mounting System which uses a bolt underneath each truck and allows you to customize the position of your mounting as well as offering you an easy way to change out the plates quickly. They also have Chaya Diamond Jam Plugs that are fixed onto the plate with a clamp mechanism. The wheels below are Chaya's Drift wheels which are 59mm with a 95A hardness and they spin freely on ABEC 9 Wicked bearings.
Specifications
| Boot | Chaya Chameleon High |
| Boot Material | Glass-Fiber Reinforced Plastic Polyurethane Leather Real Leather |
| Outsole Material | Glass-Fiber Reinforced Plastic |
| Liner Material | Built-in Microfiber |
| Closures | Standard Lacing |
| Vegan | No |
| Heat Moldable | No |
| Customizable | No |
| Plate | Chaya Zena |
| Plate Material | 6061 Aircraft Aluminum |
| Truck Material | Casted Aluminum |
| Kingpin Angle | 20° |
| Cushions | Polyurethane 92A |
| Wheels | Chaya Drift |
| Wheel Size | 59mm |
| Wheel Hardness | 95A |
| Bearings | Wicked ABEC-9 |
| Bearing Size | 608 Standard |
| Toe Stop | Chaya Diamond Jam Plug |
| Toe Stop Type | Clamp |
| Adjustable | Yes |
| Weight | 1325g (Size 41) |
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Sizing Chart
| GENERAL SIZING GUIDELINES | |
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| Skate sizing can differ from skate to skate and it is generally very different from shoe sizing. We strongly recommend using foot length to determine your skate size. Detailed instructions on how to measure your feet can be found in our Learning Center by Clicking Here. |
| CHAYA CHAMELEON BOOT SIZING CHART | |||
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| Chaya Size | US Men's | US Women's | Foot Length (mm) |
| 36 | 5.0 | 6.0 | 230 |
| 37 | 5.5 | 6.5 | 236 |
| 38 | 6.0 | 7.0 | 243 |
| 39 | 7.0 | 8.0 | 250 |
| 40 | 7.5 | 8.5 | 257 |
| 41 | 8.0 | 9.0 | 263 |
| 42 | 9.0 | 10.0 | 270 |
| 43 | 10.0 | 11.0 | 277 |
| 44 | 10.5 | N/A | 284 |
| 45 | 11.0 | N/A | 292 |
| 46 | 12.0 | N/A | 298 |
