bunnyman666 Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 After this introduction and description, I will show the birth of my new PAW pads. I was pledged to buy from another maker, but their refusal to build a glove based on the old spec led me to PAW. After I got my old spec PAW glove, I desperately wanted a set of pads. With Sara's fair, but not cheap prices and willingness to do mods without being nickeled and dimed to death, I could not resist trying her for a set of pads. Many of you who are GSBB veterans remember Sara when she was teaching herself how to repair and build equipment. She is an impressive woman with her knowledge of building gear. Sara's willingness to work with me and interject with her ample knowledge when necessary has been nothing short of amazing. I went with a Winlite/Aeroflex style single landing area. I had found myself pushing the seperate areas together (and even sewing them together on one set of pads). Another small maker has incorporated the singular landing area recently, and this concept has proven to enjoy some popularity. I also went with elastics, including an elastic "Professor" strap. I use these on my pads, and am a big fan of them. But Sara also made provisions to install nylon or leather straps, as well. I may change my mind, or in the event of a sale, the next user can change their mind. I also went with ZERO graphics, with the exception of a single, silver, biased stripe on the boot. I call my graphic the "Euro League Billboard" graphic. I like the clean slate look. Here are a few pix; pix of the completed pads are to come. Stay tuned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old G Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 Nice! The single landing area is very interesting. The single landing area reminds me of the CCM Blockade Sr model. I also like the zero graphics. You could pad wrap/skin colour but only if you wanted. Still great the way it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnyman666 Posted February 10, 2017 Author Share Posted February 10, 2017 It's funny that many senior pad features end up later on as innovative features on pro pads. Clips instead of buckles? Came from senior pads. Lighter weight materials like nylon and cordura? Came from senior pads. There is a pair of Blockades JUST like that pic that have languished in a PIAS for the last year at $199. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted February 10, 2017 Share Posted February 10, 2017 What is going in for the core, a solid or sheet foam? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnyman666 Posted February 11, 2017 Author Share Posted February 11, 2017 3 hours ago, TheGoalNet said: What is going in for the core, a solid or sheet foam? Probably sheet foam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 8 hours ago, bunnyman666 said: It's funny that many senior pad features end up later on as innovative features on pro pads. Clips instead of buckles? Came from senior pads. Lighter weight materials like nylon and cordura? Came from senior pads. There is a pair of Blockades JUST like that pic that have languished in a PIAS for the last year at $199. Less expensive materials, less labor due to simplified designs, and made in China... Kinda interesting when you think about the evolution pro gear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveByRichter35 Posted February 11, 2017 Share Posted February 11, 2017 12 hours ago, TheGoalNet said: Less expensive materials, less labor due to simplified designs, and made in China... Kinda interesting when you think about the evolution pro gear And still getting more and more expensive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnyman666 Posted February 12, 2017 Author Share Posted February 12, 2017 21 hours ago, SaveByRichter35 said: And still getting more and more expensive. Not if you buy from an independent builder. Of course the downside? Resale value. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnyman666 Posted February 12, 2017 Author Share Posted February 12, 2017 Another update: I was joking about having someone print "this space for rent" or "Viagra" or something funny on padskinz, when it dawned on me- why don't I advertise my business on the pad? Yes- I am winding down my business, hoping to retire from hair dressing in 5-10 years; however- why NOT take FULL advantage of the wide open, blank space and get a tax benefit to boot? After all, there are no graphics to pucker and lift from the pad when going for a full cover up like on a pad with the latest "tribal" graphics sewn onto the pad. As I have found with my earlier attempts at padwrap/padskinz, the graphics underneath cause the lifting of a solid piece of pad covering! I could go with plain, old printing vinyl, but the residue could hurt the jenpro underneath. I could start a trend! On a side note- I may have to do a tie in with a sweater. Can't find Buffalo Sabres shoulder patches to go on my Buffalo Sabres sweater, but it's the wrong sweater, anyway. Yes- I wanted to do a Hasek Sabres sweater... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnyman666 Posted February 17, 2017 Author Share Posted February 17, 2017 Lacing them up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Srsieve Posted February 17, 2017 Share Posted February 17, 2017 How much does each pad weigh? They look like they would be fairly light, yet not quite "best-in-class" light. I am going to guess 4.75 lbs per pad (assuming they are 35" pads). Curious to see how close my guess is when they are complete and ready to go. They look very nice! With all of that blank space on the face, you could really get into some interesting "wrap" designs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnyman666 Posted February 17, 2017 Author Share Posted February 17, 2017 52 minutes ago, Srsieve said: How much does each pad weigh? They look like they would be fairly light, yet not quite "best-in-class" light. I am going to guess 4.75 lbs per pad (assuming they are 35" pads). Curious to see how close my guess is when they are complete and ready to go. They look very nice! With all of that blank space on the face, you could really get into some interesting "wrap" designs. I will have to ask Sara if she weighed them after she sews the trims on (thigh and toe). All of the little things that were omitted and such will contribute to a lighter weight pad. Lack of graphics? Take off Jenpro, glue, an in some cases, foam. All elastics? Takes off more weight. All of those little things should get them close to the mid 4# range. I will have some advert padskinz on them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnyman666 Posted February 20, 2017 Author Share Posted February 20, 2017 She is sewing on the toe and thigh trims. I am hoping to have the new pads midweek. After getting my skates sorted, a pair of pads that fit correctly and seal to the ice well will be a welcome change. On a somewhat related note: need to sort the eyewear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnyman666 Posted February 20, 2017 Author Share Posted February 20, 2017 Latest pix: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cwarnar Posted February 20, 2017 Share Posted February 20, 2017 Very interesting. Look very light. Why a single top external beak only? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnyman666 Posted February 21, 2017 Author Share Posted February 21, 2017 That's what worked well on the Warrior pads, that's why! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted February 21, 2017 Share Posted February 21, 2017 Mind if I post these on the IG account sometime this week? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnyman666 Posted February 21, 2017 Author Share Posted February 21, 2017 Not at all! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnyman666 Posted February 24, 2017 Author Share Posted February 24, 2017 I am getting some padwrap lettered so my pads will be certified advertising pieces. My pads fit very well. Tile and carpet flies seemed good. The Monster K Strap pockets are a nice touch, though I could go without the K straps. Sara provided her own version, but I installed my own. Mine fit my tiny calves perfectly. Is that a complaint? Absolutely not! I did not give my calf measurement! I love the pockets for the K strap! Calf wrap has a whole side of velcro for the velcro straps for customised strap placement. These pads have a real break at the knee. I usually am tying down the thigh tise for an S shape. Since my butterfly is horrendous, this break will close the 5. In all- LOTS of thought went into these pads. More to come... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghostender Posted February 24, 2017 Share Posted February 24, 2017 Love the pics showing how it all comes together - really cool! I also agree with the "clean slate" approach, being on the minimalist side of things Hope see more and hear about how they perform for you... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnyman666 Posted February 24, 2017 Author Share Posted February 24, 2017 I will skate for an hour in them on Sunday. I will probably forsake my Bauer Supreme One.9 pads as they were too big and thusly did not seal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chester Posted February 25, 2017 Share Posted February 25, 2017 We gonna see pix or GoPro of Sunday skate?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnyman666 Posted February 25, 2017 Author Share Posted February 25, 2017 Gotta finger that out there, @Chester Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnyman666 Posted February 26, 2017 Author Share Posted February 26, 2017 A little padwrap/ cricut action for the advertising angle. Yes, a bit small, but it will get replaced as puck marks pile up: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
backup tendy Posted February 27, 2017 Share Posted February 27, 2017 On 2/26/2017 at 7:30 AM, bunnyman666 said: A little padwrap/ cricut action for the advertising angle. Yes, a bit small, but it will get replaced as puck marks pile up: I like the Turco break, you don't see it a lot anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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