coopaloop1234 Posted December 29, 2017 Share Posted December 29, 2017 The may just not have them on display. While their site doesn't mention them and The Hockey Shop's site does mention they're included, when I picked up my warriors from THS, the knee pads weren't on display with the pads and were given to me after. I'm going to assume it's the same practice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveByRichter35 Posted December 29, 2017 Share Posted December 29, 2017 1 hour ago, coopaloop1234 said: The may just not have them on display. While their site doesn't mention them and The Hockey Shop's site does mention they're included, when I picked up my warriors from THS, the knee pads weren't on display with the pads and were given to me after. I'm going to assume it's the same practice. I would hope that is the case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
braedub90 Posted December 31, 2017 Share Posted December 31, 2017 I was worried about strapping, too. After playing around with my strapping, I undid the X pattern and have the straps going straight across. This allows me to get my pads nice and loose. I also removed the "Scrivens" strap. I also loosened the outer calf wedge elastic, as I found this was the main reason for how tight the pads were. So if you like a looser fit, it can be done, so don't worry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FDB#12 Posted January 3, 2018 Share Posted January 3, 2018 Hi guys! it's time to change leg pads, in the last 2 seasons I had a pair of Reactor 6000 (custom 34+1), I tried the Gnetik3 size 34+1 but I just can't play (knee it's to high and other small things).. I'm thinking of buying the optik 33.5 +1 I am still undecided about the size and if FLY or FLX.. thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted January 3, 2018 Author Share Posted January 3, 2018 Based on what you came from, I think you will be happier in FLX. Only reason to change to FLY would be if you felt a stiffer pad would benefit you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FDB#12 Posted January 3, 2018 Share Posted January 3, 2018 4 hours ago, TheGoalNet said: Based on what you came from, I think you will be happier in FLX. Only reason to change to FLY would be if you felt a stiffer pad would benefit you @TheGoalNet also my idea.. have you kept the same size in the transition from Gnetik to Optik? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IPv6Freely Posted January 3, 2018 Share Posted January 3, 2018 Who needs digital printing?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coopaloop1234 Posted January 3, 2018 Share Posted January 3, 2018 12 minutes ago, IPv6Freely said: Who needs digital printing?? Not with quality like that. There is something far more "substantial" feeling with the Brian's custom graphics over the Bauer printed ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveByRichter35 Posted January 3, 2018 Share Posted January 3, 2018 14 minutes ago, IPv6Freely said: Who needs digital printing?? People who would cry about those graphics adding too much weight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnyman666 Posted January 3, 2018 Share Posted January 3, 2018 45 minutes ago, IPv6Freely said: Who needs digital printing?? Not my cup o’ tea, but it certainly has more texture than the printed graphics, for certain! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IPv6Freely Posted January 3, 2018 Share Posted January 3, 2018 35 minutes ago, coopaloop1234 said: Not with quality like that. There is something far more "substantial" feeling with the Brian's custom graphics over the Bauer printed ones. Completely agree with you. I'll take stitched any day. Same for jerseys. I don't care if they weigh more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coopaloop1234 Posted January 3, 2018 Share Posted January 3, 2018 36 minutes ago, IPv6Freely said: Completely agree with you. I'll take stitched any day. Same for jerseys. I don't care if they weigh more. Agreed. The weight difference is unsubstantial anyways. Plus, everyone knows that goaltending is 80% fashion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted January 3, 2018 Author Share Posted January 3, 2018 My only complaint with stitching is the unused color zones on stock graphics. The biggest place printing really shines is with a graphic like Pointer's where it's got a stealth detail. Most of the time, they are can achieve the same results. The orange pads are great example of this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IPv6Freely Posted January 3, 2018 Share Posted January 3, 2018 24 minutes ago, coopaloop1234 said: Agreed. The weight difference is unsubstantial anyways. Plus, everyone knows that goaltending is 80% fashion. It's pretty significant if you're comparing jersey weights, or more specifically it's the heat more so than the weight. But I will 100% take a hotter jersey to have something with embroidered crests. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BadAngle41 Posted January 3, 2018 Share Posted January 3, 2018 3 minutes ago, TheGoalNet said: My only complaint with stitching is the unused color zones on stock graphics. The biggest place printing really shines is with a graphic like Pointer's where it's got a stealth detail. Most of the time, they are can achieve the same results. The orange pads are great example of this. @TheGoalNet I agree with your thought around unused color zones. Taking a simple graphic like these below on O'Connor and Darling, for some reason O'Connor has additional stitching (may just be for ornamentation) yet Darling has a single piece of Jenpro. I truly appreciate the craftsmanship behind the amazing custom work Brian's and other manufacturers do, but digital printing has nearly endless possibilities for intricate designs that laser cut Jenpro just can't match. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted January 8, 2018 Author Share Posted January 8, 2018 @Hills - Where your gear at? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beansbats Posted January 8, 2018 Share Posted January 8, 2018 I have 5 games on my Optiks to this point and I love them! The only strapping mod I have done is the removal of the Scrivens strap, otherwise they were set up perfectly. I am going sew up an elastic boot strap because I think the webbing one is useless. I am already thinking about selling some of my other sets just to get another color way. I don't have any action shots, but here are a couple of lounging pics a buddy took last night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hills Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 How tall are you and what size did you get? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
braedub90 Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 On 21/12/2017 at 3:41 PM, Pauly35or00 said: I want a lot more pictures, plus user impressions once you get them on the ice! Beautiful new set! Time for some on-ice impressions! Here are the specs: After giving Brian's my measurements, I took a tape measure to the pads and they came out to 34.5", and I am 6 feet tall (dealer told me it would be 34"+1". I wasn't too worried, as it's only 1/2" difference. Fit is perfect) 84 degree toe double-T pocket on catcher Before going on the ice: Pads Carpet flys for a day helped me get the strapping right, and helped me realize I didn't need the outer flap, the Scrivens strap, and the Smart Boot Straps. I changed the Smart Strap configuration from an X-pattern, to having the straps going straight across. This helped me get a looser fit (in the calf, not knee). Smart Strap straight across, instead of the X pattern Blocker I remember people being concerned about the pad on the thumb of the blocker. When I was holding my stick, I did find it a little in the way, but not too bad. The great thing about it is you are able to adjust the position on the thumb. After moving it down 1/2", I felt MUCH more comfortable with it. Thumb pad before the adjustment Thumb pad after the adjustment Catcher Barely any break-in required. This glove out of the box is butter, it truly is incredible. On the ice: Pads As stated by others, the sliding is incredible. I never tried out C.O.R. skin or SpeedSkin, so I'm just comparing this to my Brian's Focus set, which I had custom ordered in 2010. It was also my first time using the Smart Toe, which I really noticed and enjoyed in the middle of the game. I found that when I dropped to my knees and quickly sprang up, the pads would square up immediately, which gave it a very connected feel without putting stress on my hips. Rebounds boom of these pads, which was a question for me going with the FLX option. On that note: thoroughly satisfied! I'm also very happy with the FLX option, because they aren't TOO flexible, like you would expect with a traditional Vaughn. A solid pad, with the perfect amount of flex, especially below the knee. Blocker The blocker was very comfortable after the thumb pad adjustment, I really had no issues. The sidewall is fantastic, and pucks fly off the face. The wide open cuff allows maximum movement, and I found when I was reaching high for saves or extending, it was very easy to keep the blocking surface square. Catcher The double-T is an absolute vacuum. First game, I already had a few good windmills halfway through the game, and no pop-outs. No adjusting required in-game because of the BOA, absolutely love this system. Playing the puck is also easy with this glove, the floating cuff makes it easy and natural. Overall: I haven't found any glaring negatives yet, just the knee blocks are huge compared to my old pads, so I need to adjust to them a little more. Another thing I want to say about the Opti-Slide is that I found it extremely useful in scramble situations, they just seemed so effortless to scramble around in. Booming rebounds off the pads and blocker, and the catcher is a black hole (VERY happy with the double-T). In love with this set, and I'm sure many others will as well. The only people I can see not liking them are people that may be used to a traditional style pad, as this is quite the opposite (even though it is still quite flexy). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveByRichter35 Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 Maybe I had a shitty glove but I thought the glove was far from a broken in feeling. Dammit, I wanted to like it so badly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beansbats Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 13 hours ago, Hills said: How tall are you and what size did you get? I'm a little over 6', and the pads are 35 + 1.5. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted January 9, 2018 Author Share Posted January 9, 2018 @beansbats - I second the blocker pad opinion. I don't see why everyone was freaked out by it! Once you get in the correct spot, it makes the blocker feel more plush and it's not noticeable When I was doing my web vidoes, I couldn't understand why everyone in the comments was freaking out about it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coopaloop1234 Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 6 minutes ago, TheGoalNet said: @beansbats - I second the blocker pad opinion. I don't see why everyone was freaked out by it! Once you get in the correct spot, it makes the blocker feel more plush and it's not noticeable When I was doing my web vidoes, I couldn't understand why everyone in the comments was freaking out about it It's mostly because how it based off of pictures. I've seen it in person and it's not so bad, but for whatever reason, in pictures it looks huge and obtrusive. Plus, it's new gear that looks amazing, the internet needs to find some sort of flaw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
braedub90 Posted January 9, 2018 Share Posted January 9, 2018 7 hours ago, SaveByRichter35 said: Maybe I had a shitty glove but I thought the glove was far from a broken in feeling. Dammit, I wanted to like it so badly That's too bad. My roommate received his CCM Retro Flex set a week before I did, and my game ready was WAY easier to close than his, and he even commented on how broken in it was. (he got the 600 break, which has a great feel to it, too) I remember watching a review on the glove, and they said the same as you, so maybe there are inconsistencies for when the glove is being broken in at the factory? Are custom orders being broken in more than store orders? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted January 9, 2018 Author Share Posted January 9, 2018 @braedub90 - there's an option for extra break in time. There's literally a machine that breaks the glove in. Maybe some of the bigger dealers are able to get that as a perk? PS - Goalie roommates? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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