Awgoalie164 Posted August 2, 2017 Author Share Posted August 2, 2017 15 minutes ago, GoalieTimmy33 said: We can make that happen. We make gear for goalies all over the world and our chest protectors in particular are regarded by many as the best in the industry. Well I'll definitely be considering it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveByRichter35 Posted August 2, 2017 Share Posted August 2, 2017 On 8/1/2017 at 4:31 AM, WillyGrips13 said: If you're willing to spend $600, you might as well get a C/A from one of the smaller companies like Passau, Brown or Battram to build you a unit to your exact size with pro level protection. Their turnaround times are better than the major manufacturers custom equipment timetables. This Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayluv54 Posted August 2, 2017 Share Posted August 2, 2017 2 hours ago, TheGoalNet said: This I agree with! The "C&A Shootout" posts are common and I love how helpful and passionate everyone is. However, a C&A is probably the most personalized piece of gear that there is. Just consider all the variables: tuck or wear out prioritize the order of protection, mobility, and overall weight. You almost always sacrifice one of these to achieve the other Style of play; blocking vs hybrid Want a loose fit or tight fight How much adjustability do you want How long will you own it What level do you play Do you want waterproof or modern moisture wicking materials Can you wait for custom or do you need stock oh yeah... budget @Awgoalie164 I hope you realize we are not trying to complicate this, but this is a tough one! Based on all of the feedback, do you what models you are going to most closely look at? Which is why I was trying to give the kid advice about what I did when I was 13. Custom wasn't going to happen because I was growing, there were no big retailers around, I had to mod my stuff. No wonder parents complain hockey is too expensive today... kids don't need a custom chesty at 13 years old, they needs to duct tape some foam from an old seat cushion to that shit and get back out there. Just my $.02 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big2 Posted August 2, 2017 Share Posted August 2, 2017 1 hour ago, jayluv54 said: Which is why I was trying to give the kid advice about what I did when I was 13. Custom wasn't going to happen because I was growing, there were no big retailers around, I had to mod my stuff. No wonder parents complain hockey is too expensive today... kids don't need a custom chesty at 13 years old, they needs to duct tape some foam from an old seat cushion to that shit and get back out there. Just my $.02 Aw Jayluv is right at your age you should not be considering anything custom for the following reasons: 1) You can get off the shelf products that will meet your needs 2) Off the shelf products will be less expensive especially if you buy last years model, typically all that changes year to year are aesthetic! 3) If you are not able to try it on - forget about it you will have no idea on how it feels on you/the weight of the unit etc.... 4) If you want some detailed information PM I don't want to throw anyone (company) under the bus in front of all 5) Finally my son who is 15 and plays at an elite level just got his first set of custom pads and CA from Brians, reasoning 1) he has used both the Gnetik pads ( 2 sets in the last 3 years ) 2) we bought a SZ 3 CA with some minor mods but again he has the ZS2 and loves plus he has tried the SZ 3 in store 3) reasonable lead times Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Awgoalie164 Posted August 2, 2017 Author Share Posted August 2, 2017 15 minutes ago, Big2 said: Aw Jayluv is right at your age you should not be considering anything custom for the following reasons: 1) You can get off the shelf products that will meet your needs 2) Off the shelf products will be less expensive especially if you buy last years model, typically all that changes year to year are aesthetic! 3) If you are not able to try it on - forget about it you will have no idea on how it feels on you/the weight of the unit etc.... 4) If you want some detailed information PM I don't want to throw anyone (company) under the bus in front of all 5) Finally my son who is 15 and plays at an elite level just got his first set of custom pads and CA from Brians, reasoning 1) he has used both the Gnetik pads ( 2 sets in the last 3 years ) 2) we bought a SZ 3 CA with some minor mods but again he has the ZS2 and loves plus he has tried the SZ 3 in store 3) reasonable lead times Ya ik I'm more than likely not gonna get custom because I want it to last for at least 4 years cause it's gonna be expensive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goalie Posted August 2, 2017 Share Posted August 2, 2017 24 minutes ago, Awgoalie164 said: Ya ik I'm more than likely not gonna get custom because I want it to last for at least 4 years cause it's gonna be expensive Last 4 years unlikely - you are going to grow a lot by the time you are 16-17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted August 2, 2017 Share Posted August 2, 2017 18 minutes ago, goalie said: Last 4 years unlikely - you are going to grow a lot by the time you are 16-17 When I was your age, I need a new C&A 3 years in a row. M, L, then XL. I kept ordering the Simmonds units and moving the arms from unit to unit with me. And yeah, my dad was annoyed! But getting cranked in the shoulder or collar bone with a lack protection is no beuno either! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Awgoalie164 Posted August 2, 2017 Author Share Posted August 2, 2017 3 hours ago, goalie said: Last 4 years unlikely - you are going to grow a lot by the time you are 16-17 Ya but I'm 13 so... ??♂️ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Awgoalie164 Posted August 2, 2017 Author Share Posted August 2, 2017 3 hours ago, TheGoalNet said: When I was your age, I need a new C&A 3 years in a row. M, L, then XL. I kept ordering the Simmonds units and moving the arms from unit to unit with me. And yeah, my dad was annoyed! But getting cranked in the shoulder or collar bone with a lack protection is no beuno either! I know what you mean cause I'm going through that exact same thing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveByRichter35 Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 11 hours ago, Awgoalie164 said: Ya but I'm 13 so... ??♂️ That's his point. You're hoping to get something that is going to last you 4 years but since you're 13 you're going to grow a lot by the time you are 16-17... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted August 3, 2017 Share Posted August 3, 2017 1 hour ago, SaveByRichter35 said: That's his point. You're hoping to get something that is going to last you 4 years but since you're 13 you're going to grow a lot by the time you are 16-17... @Awgoalie164 If you are hypothetically 5-9" now, you will probably be like 6"2" by the time you are 17. Your C&A cannot grow with you that much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Awgoalie164 Posted August 3, 2017 Author Share Posted August 3, 2017 2 hours ago, SaveByRichter35 said: That's his point. You're hoping to get something that is going to last you 4 years but since you're 13 you're going to grow a lot by the time you are 16-17... Oh true Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Awgoalie164 Posted August 3, 2017 Author Share Posted August 3, 2017 1 hour ago, TheGoalNet said: @Awgoalie164 If you are hypothetically 5-9" now, you will probably be like 6"2" by the time you are 17. Your C&A cannot grow with you that much. Ya true Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted October 5, 2017 Share Posted October 5, 2017 @Awgoalie164 - What did you end up buying? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BadAngle41 Posted October 5, 2017 Share Posted October 5, 2017 You've probably made your purchase already but... for what it's worth @Awgoalie164 I have the original CCM Premier, and while it "looks big" etc... I've just never liked it as much as I hoped I would. I've worn Vaughn and Brian's before, felt better in them than I've ended up feeling in my current CCM. In fact I've had to make adjustment to the arms just to get it fit better. Again, this all depends on the variables that @TheGoalNet listed previously, but for your purposes as you're growing etc. I'd go Vaughn. Most people at 13 just don't take up enough net to rely on a straight blocking style, so the mobility advantage of Vaughn would be best IMO. If you were a beer leaguer like most of us on here, $600 could be spent at Passau and used for a while as we're done growing (taller anyway.) If this is reaching you long after your purchase, I hope the season is going well... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted October 5, 2017 Share Posted October 5, 2017 2 minutes ago, BadAngle41 said: You've probably made your purchase already but... for what it's worth @Awgoalie164 I have the original CCM Premier, and while it "looks big" etc... I've just never liked it as much as I hoped I would. I've worn Vaughn and Brian's before, felt better in them than I've ended up feeling in my current CCM. In fact I've had to make adjustment to the arms just to get it fit better. Again, this all depends on the variables that @TheGoalNet listed previously, but for your purposes as you're growing etc. I'd go Vaughn. Most people at 13 just don't take up enough net to rely on a straight blocking style, so the mobility advantage of Vaughn would be best IMO. If you were a beer leaguer like most of us on here, $600 could be spent at Passau and used for a while as we're done growing (taller anyway.) If this is reaching you long after your purchase, I hope the season is going well... I think he was playing high school in MN? 13 is a tough age because if he makes the varsity team next year, he will be playing against 18 yrs olds on a regular basis. That's such a tough time to buy gear because you might still fit into junior gear, but it's not built for who you are playing against! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Awgoalie164 Posted October 6, 2017 Author Share Posted October 6, 2017 8 hours ago, TheGoalNet said: I think he was playing high school in MN? 13 is a tough age because if he makes the varsity team next year, he will be playing against 18 yrs olds on a regular basis. That's such a tough time to buy gear because you might still fit into junior gear, but it's not built for who you are playing against! This is all true but I’m play JV and the shots I’m taking are still beyond my chest and arm protectors abilities now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted October 6, 2017 Share Posted October 6, 2017 49 minutes ago, Awgoalie164 said: This is all true but I’m play JV and the shots I’m taking are still beyond my chest and arm protectors abilities now But did you buy anything yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Awgoalie164 Posted October 7, 2017 Author Share Posted October 7, 2017 On 10/5/2017 at 8:13 PM, TheGoalNet said: But did you buy anything yet? Yes. I went with a CCM Premier Pro Senior Small about 2-3 days ago. I found it to be more felxible and fit to me better Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted October 8, 2017 Share Posted October 8, 2017 17 hours ago, Awgoalie164 said: Yes. I went with a CCM Premier Pro Senior Small about 2-3 days ago. I found it to be more felxible and fit to me better Great, write us a review once you've used it enough Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Awgoalie164 Posted October 9, 2017 Author Share Posted October 9, 2017 On 10/7/2017 at 9:53 PM, TheGoalNet said: Great, write us a review once you've used it enough Ya for sure I will Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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