A HISTORY OF INNOVATION
1927
Bauer Hockey is founded in Kitchener, Ontario.
1933
Bauer introduces the first skate with a blade permanently attached to the boot, changing the game of hockey forever.
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1969
Bauer unveils the Supreme 91 - becoming first Supreme skate - gaining instant NHL acceptance from names like Guy Lafleur, Bobby Clarke and more.
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1975
The revolutionary Tuuk blade holder is launched.
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1981
Bauer becomes the first skate manufacturer to offer 5 widths - Supreme 100 and “Flolite” ankle pads for custom fit.
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1990
Two legendary names in hockey – Bauer and Cooper – come together to create a more come together to create a more comprehensive hockey offering.
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1997
Bauer launches the most recognized lineup in hockey with the VAPOR 8 skate - featuring a one-piece quarter construction and thermo-adjustable fit.
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1997
Bauer consolidates all brands acquired thoughout the years to live under the name "Bauer Hockey" - giving it the largest assortment of hockey gear in the game.
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1998
Bauer selected as the official jersey supplier for a new NHL expansion team: the Nashville Predators.
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2002
Bauer introduces the first one-piece stick – the BAUER Tri-Flex Stick – to its assortment, paving the way for future stick constructions.
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2008
The BAUER One95 goal stick and VAPOR X60 become the first composite sticks to use lightweight and durable TeXtreme technology.
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2008
Bauer adds the first full protective assortment to the VAPOR line, making it Bauer’s most complete product family in market.
2012
Bauer develops the RE-AKT Helmet the first hockey helmet designed to manage rotational acceleration and high/low energy linear impacts.
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2012
Bauer introduces The First Shift , a robust program built to make the game more ACCESSIBLE, AFFORDABLE, SAFE, and most importantly, FUN for kids.
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2013
Bauer creates the first widely accepted removable steel in the NHL used in the TUUK LightSpeed Edge.
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2013
Bauer launches OD1N , an exploratory project aimed at pushing all product categories to the next level using proprietry designs, new materials, improved manufacturing, and pro-level insights.
2015
Bauer opens its new R&D Innovation Center in Blainville, QC , leading to a new chapter – and home – for Bauer’s product advancements.
2016
Bauer designs the first goal pad to utilize an outer foam layer (creating the lightest elite-level pad ever made), and fully customized rebound control tailored to a player’s specific needs.
2017
Bauer introduces a revolutionized skate fitting scanning system – instantly becoming the go-to platform for fitting all skates.
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2018
Bauer launches the ADV Innovation Stick Program , introducing a unique line of sticks that feature new geometries, materials, and constructions to further solidify us as a leader in the category.
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2018
Bauer focuses its attention on supporting, growing, and promoting women’s hockey initiatives because girls deserve equal ice.
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2020
Bauer, Cascade, and Maverik all repurpose their production facilities to produce face shields for medical professionals battling the COVID-19 pandemic.
2021
Bauer introduces the “Everything for the Game” tagline and icon to represent its new way forward of shifting hockey culture to stretch beyond the ice. Both are an acknowledgement of Bauer’s pledge to keep pushing hockey’s fundamental evolution of being faster and more creatively driven.
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2022
AG5NT becomes the first BAUER stick constructed with Boron fiber technology – making it the lightest BAUER stick ever made.
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2022
Bauer creates the KONEKT, a radically unorthodox goal skate design inspired by pro-ski technology for one-of-a-kind flexibility and support.
2024
Bauer launches FitLab , the most complete, performance-driven skate fitting system that captures gait analysis and helps identify additional specific pieces of performance.