daffy Posted January 20, 2020 Share Posted January 20, 2020 Just seeking some thoughts from people. I'm in Boddam Hybrids right now and recently tried some CCM Eflexes. Found that I liked how much better they slide but still found them too stiff. So naturally i'm thinking Vaughn Velo is the way to go. I've looked around and haven't found quite what I want. I think I'd be best suited to a V4 like a Cory Schneider pad. So nothing has really popped up. Gets me thinking about going custom. Would like to keep pricing as low as possible ofcourse so I was considering Kenesky or Passau as they offer to do whatever one asks for. My question is do you feel that they will nail the requests to have a V4 or V5 type feel? I worry that since they don't do it all the time, there's a chance it doesn't work out. Am I better off just continuing the search for a good set of used Vaughns? It's one thing for a company to change color or strapping but the core of the pad isn't as easy to get right. I'm leaning towards Boddam Patriot, Kenesky or finding a good set of used Vaughns. Perhaps I'm over thinking this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cwarnar Posted January 20, 2020 Share Posted January 20, 2020 Custom... Give Passau a look as well. They'll be able to set you up for full bespoke gear for style. And @GoalieTimmy33 is the best rep in Biz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquilzz Posted January 20, 2020 Share Posted January 20, 2020 For what it's worth, Vaughn will make you a new set of V4s. Big up-charge though. Maybe it's just me, but I would go custom. That way you know you're not compromising anything. But hockey is my biggest hobby so everything working the way I want is important to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichMan Posted January 20, 2020 Share Posted January 20, 2020 If you want to spend little and still get some custom say in there, stick with the small guys and choose towards your budget (Boddam, Simmons, Battram, Passau, Kenesky, McKenney, Brown, PAW, and now Lefebvre but they might be pricey). If you liked the Eflex, find some worked in pair that will have more flex. If your heart is set on V4s, keep hitting the regular spots (GGSU, Sidelineswap, Ebay, Dukes, Kijiji, Prostockhockey, etc) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daffy Posted January 20, 2020 Author Share Posted January 20, 2020 Yeah the plan would be to stick to smaller manufacturers. Vaughn would end up out of my budget. The CCM Eflexes I had were used and original eflex 1s so I'm not sure how much more they could be worked in. Thanks for the thoughts thus far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
insertnamehere Posted January 20, 2020 Share Posted January 20, 2020 Go custom and get what you truly want, otherwise I don't think you'll be completely satisfied. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daffy Posted January 20, 2020 Author Share Posted January 20, 2020 6 minutes ago, insertnamehere said: Go custom and get what you truly want, otherwise I don't think you'll be completely satisfied. You still in the Passaus? How you liking them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
insertnamehere Posted January 20, 2020 Share Posted January 20, 2020 1 minute ago, daffy said: You still in the Passaus? How you liking them? I am, they've been really good for me. If you were shorter, you could take them for a test drive, but I don't think they'd be even close to fitting! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daffy Posted January 20, 2020 Author Share Posted January 20, 2020 Glad they working for you. Yeah I think they would be abit short. Thanks though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chester Posted January 21, 2020 Share Posted January 21, 2020 Check out JRZ. Their new Fuzion line looks pretty good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
insertnamehere Posted January 21, 2020 Share Posted January 21, 2020 5 hours ago, daffy said: Glad they working for you. Yeah I think they would be abit short. Thanks though! They're working, but I'm still shopping and for something different! 11 minutes ago, Chester said: Check out JRZ. Their new Fuzion line looks pretty good. Their prices look unreal too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cwarnar Posted January 21, 2020 Share Posted January 21, 2020 59 minutes ago, Chester said: Check out JRZ. Their new Fuzion line looks pretty good. They'll be stiff. The guys I know that have them say they're Optik 1 inspired Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creasecollector Posted January 21, 2020 Share Posted January 21, 2020 If you have the financial means, go custom if you wish. But I think you can still get what you're looking for if you buy used and be just as satisfied. All depends on your personal budget to be honest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chenner29 Posted January 21, 2020 Share Posted January 21, 2020 @daffy what size CCM are you? I’m unloading my Keneskys if you’re in a 33+1.5ish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CJ Boiss Posted January 21, 2020 Share Posted January 21, 2020 Since I got my G3's, I can sell the Joey MacDonald V5's I was wearing. 35+1, and I cut off a few extraneous straps from the calves and thighs, but other than that they're in excellent repair. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
estogoalie Posted January 21, 2020 Share Posted January 21, 2020 Pads are always changing and evolving, move past what you are "comfortable with", embrace the change and try some more modern pads. There's always an adjustment period, but once you get past that, you'll be glad you did. ...otherwise go on ebay, find some old V4's, and be happy with that. Or if you liked the Eflex feel, try Kenesky, I hear they are similar to the Eflex. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quadzilla32 Posted January 21, 2020 Share Posted January 21, 2020 Like most have said depends on your budget and if you realistically need a custom set. I personally got a custom set because I wanted a certain color and design of my pad along with a pad that would last me some time without falling apart. Maybe you don't need a full custom set that will set you back 1.5/2k+ and can go with used or senior level stuff that will work for you. I don't think finding a soft pad like you are looking for will be difficult. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daffy Posted January 22, 2020 Author Share Posted January 22, 2020 On 1/20/2020 at 9:48 PM, Chenner29 said: @daffy what size CCM are you? I’m unloading my Keneskys if you’re in a 33+1.5ish. Hey @Chenner29 I was in a pair of 33+2 ccms Eflexes. Slightly to tall on the thighrise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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