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Xact arm band set of 4

$34.99


Sublimated high quality arm bands for competing skaters, consisting of four bands in colors white, yellow, red and blue.


 

SKU: 05981 Category:

LT Arm band

A set of sublimated high quality arm bands for competing skaters, consisting of four bands in the colors white, yellow, red and blue. The straps are elastic for free movement but firm enough to prevents slipping down the arm. A high quality non-slip strip on the inside further ensures that they stay in place during skating.

These LT arm band are made in Canada by Apogee sports.

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