35RoloSmith41 Posted Tuesday at 03:48 AM Share Posted Tuesday at 03:48 AM I’m looking at the warrior chart and it looks like the FTK goes to just behind the knee but also middle of the front of the knee. not sure if I’d be 19 or 21 it says to do while sitting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdamL Posted Tuesday at 09:07 AM Share Posted Tuesday at 09:07 AM 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
35RoloSmith41 Posted Tuesday at 01:16 PM Author Share Posted Tuesday at 01:16 PM 4 hours ago, AdamL said: And that’ll work with this sizing chart? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdamL Posted Tuesday at 03:41 PM Share Posted Tuesday at 03:41 PM It'll vary by brand I'm sure, but here's True's size chart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chile57 Posted Tuesday at 03:42 PM Share Posted Tuesday at 03:42 PM @35RoloSmith41 since you are asking for opinions... I think it kind of depends. If it were me - I'd err on the short side of things (because I'd rather my pads not be obnoxiously tall). I also tend to think all the newer offerings run tall (which would be another feather in the cap for short side of the scale). And just to give even more of a nonanswer answer and throw you a curveball - I'd probably call your true measurement somewhere in between at +/-20". Might be a little deceptive based on the overhead perspective of your photo too. Any which way it'll probably boil down to feel once you can get your hands on things as you are talking minimal differences in the shin of the pad (which is where fit really comes into play in my opinion). Also - not super versed in the True offerings but that looks like a different measurement approach to me (but I'm sure those with more intel on the fit of the two brands will chime in with their expertise). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coopaloop1234 Posted Tuesday at 03:50 PM Share Posted Tuesday at 03:50 PM 20.5-21~ would be my guess. Measuring your FTK is a great starting point to be able to try gear on. Note, the G6/G7 seem to fit larger than the list. I was a 33 in Gt, GT2, and G5, but my 33 G7's were too large. Here they are against my 33 Shadows. Knee stack is taller AND there's a boot riser on the G7. So my 33's were feeling like a 34. Food for thought. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DL42 Posted Tuesday at 06:21 PM Share Posted Tuesday at 06:21 PM 36 warrior , 21" ftk. based on the picture. front mid knee cap straight to the floor - prob should use a yard stick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chile57 Posted Tuesday at 06:57 PM Share Posted Tuesday at 06:57 PM ... and there you have it. I would have (conservatively) said 33" sooo... I'm not sure of your situation @35RoloSmith41 but best bet would be to try a set on for size (whether in store or a flyer online for a set you can return/exchange for the "correct" size for you). Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
35RoloSmith41 Posted Wednesday at 12:11 AM Author Share Posted Wednesday at 12:11 AM 8 hours ago, chile57 said: @35RoloSmith41 since you are asking for opinions... I think it kind of depends. If it were me - I'd err on the short side of things (because I'd rather my pads not be obnoxiously tall). I also tend to think all the newer offerings run tall (which would be another feather in the cap for short side of the scale). And just to give even more of a nonanswer answer and throw you a curveball - I'd probably call your true measurement somewhere in between at +/-20". Might be a little deceptive based on the overhead perspective of your photo too. Any which way it'll probably boil down to feel once you can get your hands on things as you are talking minimal differences in the shin of the pad (which is where fit really comes into play in my opinion). Also - not super versed in the True offerings but that looks like a different measurement approach to me (but I'm sure those with more intel on the fit of the two brands will chime in with their expertise). Yeah I was in a large Bauer 3x so 35+1. I had a large 2x which were great but the 3X felt too big even though I hit the knee block when I butterfly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
35RoloSmith41 Posted Wednesday at 12:14 AM Author Share Posted Wednesday at 12:14 AM 8 hours ago, coopaloop1234 said: 20.5-21~ would be my guess. Measuring your FTK is a great starting point to be able to try gear on. Note, the G6/G7 seem to fit larger than the list. I was a 33 in Gt, GT2, and G5, but my 33 G7's were too large. Here they are against my 33 Shadows. Knee stack is taller AND there's a boot riser on the G7. So my 33's were feeling like a 34. Food for thought. Thanks for the pics. Yeah I’m looking at getting G7’s coming from Bauer 2x and 3x. 3x felt too big at 35+1 but I hit the knee block. In was thinking 34 for warrior but I’ll have to try some on before committing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chenner29 Posted Wednesday at 03:12 AM Share Posted Wednesday at 03:12 AM I've always interpreted FTK as "floor to center of kneecap." I don't know where your center kneecap exactly is on this picture, but I could recommend working backwards with what you know - Compare your current pads to the corresponding manufacturer sizing chart. Is your knee landing a little high or a little low? Generally consider that a full inch in overall pad height corresponds to half an inch to where your knee would land. Use case example - if your current pads are 35s and you are landing on the bottom portion of your knee block, you would land approximately 1/2" higher on the block by going to 34s, and a full inch going to 33s. Knowing that should help you nail down the correct FTK +/- one inch, even if you are going to a different brand. For most folks, I don't think that inch is going to make a huge performance difference. While this does not give you a *concrete* answer, it does give you a nice guideline on where you should be. I'd enlist the help of your retailer of choice to work through the remainder of your sizing concerns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
35RoloSmith41 Posted Wednesday at 03:54 AM Author Share Posted Wednesday at 03:54 AM 41 minutes ago, Chenner29 said: I've always interpreted FTK as "floor to center of kneecap." I don't know where your center kneecap exactly is on this picture, but I could recommend working backwards with what you know - Compare your current pads to the corresponding manufacturer sizing chart. Is your knee landing a little high or a little low? Generally consider that a full inch in overall pad height corresponds to half an inch to where your knee would land. Use case example - if your current pads are 35s and you are landing on the bottom portion of your knee block, you would land approximately 1/2" higher on the block by going to 34s, and a full inch going to 33s. Knowing that should help you nail down the correct FTK +/- one inch, even if you are going to a different brand. For most folks, I don't think that inch is going to make a huge performance difference. While this does not give you a *concrete* answer, it does give you a nice guideline on where you should be. I'd enlist the help of your retailer of choice to work through the remainder of your sizing concerns. That’s good to know thanks. I’ve also heard NHL goalies will strap the pad higher on their leg due to restrictions. That’s something I would consider too. I think I’d rather be mobile than have a bigger pad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chenner29 Posted Wednesday at 04:30 AM Share Posted Wednesday at 04:30 AM 35 minutes ago, 35RoloSmith41 said: That’s good to know thanks. I’ve also heard NHL goalies will strap the pad higher on their leg due to restrictions. That’s something I would consider too. I think I’d rather be mobile than have a bigger pad. NHL goalies will order a shorter shin so they can wear a taller thigh. They'll also strap the pad tighter around their calves so they get boot clearance off the ice and the pad will "play taller" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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