cwarnar Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 Isn't Protech foam, black EVA Foam? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted March 8, 2018 Author Share Posted March 8, 2018 25 minutes ago, cwarnar said: Isn't Protech foam, black EVA Foam? I thought it was VN. Is it EVA? Is that easier to source? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cwarnar Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 27 minutes ago, TheGoalNet said: I thought it was VN. Is it EVA? Is that easier to source? I can't be 100%... I know that Gabe, who use to run Hackva, refurbed my Koho 570 back in the GSBB days and he said it was all EVA foam. EVA is super easy to get: https://www.mcmaster.com/#eva-foam/=1bvr7pp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveByRichter35 Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 What's the difference? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cwarnar Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 8 minutes ago, SaveByRichter35 said: What's the difference? VN is the cream colored stuff... also brand wise called Rubatex, which is a closed cell foam. EVA is an elastomeric polymer, but also closed cell. EVA is commonly used in exercise or kids play mats. I believe that EVA will not break down as quick as it won't absorb as much sweat as VN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted March 8, 2018 Author Share Posted March 8, 2018 Just now, cwarnar said: VN is the cream colored stuff... also brand wise called Rubatex, which is a closed cell foam. EVA is an elastomeric polymer, but also closed cell. EVA is commonly used in exercise or kids play mats. I believe that EVA will not break down as quick as it won't absorb as much sweat as VN The last part matches the description of what I want and that's definitely EVA. Black VN does exist though, I am waiting on a call back from a foam company. Looks like I need to dodge calls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveByRichter35 Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 I wonder if that's that Dom uses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cwarnar Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 3 minutes ago, TheGoalNet said: The last part matches the description of what I want and that's definitely EVA. Black VN does exist though, I am waiting on a call back from a foam company. Looks like I need to dodge calls I was just doing some online searching and it seems in other sports, VN has better impact protection but will break down quick. EVA is more "springy" hence the comfort. Although it may not offer the same protection as VN. I vetted some clips from the article, study done by Prof. David Halstead of the University of Tennessee, Director of the Sports Biomechanics Impact Laboratory and a research scientist for the school's Institute for Injury and Trauma Prevention: There are three main types of foam: Expanded Poly-Propylene (EPP) is the most common. It’s very stiff, not affected by moisture, and will take multiple impacts, according to Halstead. Finally, there are closed-cell foams. The best of these are otherwise known as Vinyl Nitrile, which is a PVC synthetic rubber, heavier in a safe density than EPS/EPP, and will absorb water, but it is usually much softer. A closed-cell foam will also absorb sweat along with water, which can make for a ‘funky’ brain bucket. A fourth insulation, Ethyl Vinyl Acetate or EVA, "isn’t a functional energy attenuator because it’s so springy," says Halstead. Halstead says stiffer is better. "When you look at the stuff that will actually protect your head, it ought to be so stiff that you think, ‘my God, this is going to hurt.’ But you need that much stiffness to spread the impact. If you pick up a helmet with soft foam inside, the chance of it protecting you is slim." Of course, not everyone agrees with Halstead. Jay Norfleet from Grateful Heads thinks EPP is not a multiple-impact foam because it compresses. And Doug Poe of Pro-Tec believes EVA gives the same protection as closed-cell foam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted March 8, 2018 Author Share Posted March 8, 2018 1 minute ago, cwarnar said: I was just doing some online searching and it seems in other sports, VN has better impact protection but will break down quick. EVA is more "springy" hence the comfort. Although it may not offer the same protection as VN It's perfect my application. I have two different projects in the works where I will combine multiple materials. A thin layer of EVA closest to your body seems like a wonderful thing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayluv54 Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 Michel's black foam is VN. I actually just asked him about that this morning as we were going over some mask options. He told me he uses Black VN and Tan Rubatex, which I believe is VN as well. Rubatex is just a brand name, but they make VN, EVA, Neoprene, etc. I believe most of the "Rubatex" we see in masks is VN. Ed cubberly used Rubatex VN. The only difference between the two that Michel uses is the Tan is harder than the Black. VN can be found in different densities depending on the manufacturer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted March 8, 2018 Author Share Posted March 8, 2018 1 hour ago, jayluv54 said: Michel's black foam is VN. I actually just asked him about that this morning as we were going over some mask options. He told me he uses Black VN and Tan Rubatex, which I believe is VN as well. Rubatex is just a brand name, but they make VN, EVA, Neoprene, etc. I believe most of the "Rubatex" we see in masks is VN. Ed cubberly used Rubatex VN. The only difference between the two that Michel uses is the Tan is harder than the Black. VN can be found in different densities depending on the manufacturer. Michel's is definitely a different build of VN. It's softer than the traditional Rubatex and stays fresher way longer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnyman666 Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 18 hours ago, TheGoalNet said: Thanks have one of my materials located. Need VN foam now When I get home tonight, I will put up a pic of my favourite mastic glue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chenner29 Posted March 8, 2018 Share Posted March 8, 2018 8 hours ago, SaveByRichter35 said: Have you ever had a Pro's Choice mask in hand? I am curious what kind of foam it uses. I got my PC in 2012 and got a refurb last year and the foam was still as soft as it was day 1. My previous mask was an Eddy Custom LT and the foam in that mask was rock hard inside of 2 years, if that. Maybe @Chenner29 might know. I've never asked Dom to elaborate on the foam. The last time he refurbed a mask for me was maybe in 2010? My original shell had the Croc foam in it, and we changed to the beige stuff a little later. He mentioned when I placed my order with him that he changed to a different supplier since the last time we talked. He mentioned that out of all the goalies in the NHL wearing the product, he has had a grand total of zero goalies missing time because of concussions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveByRichter35 Posted March 9, 2018 Share Posted March 9, 2018 13 hours ago, Chenner29 said: I've never asked Dom to elaborate on the foam. The last time he refurbed a mask for me was maybe in 2010? My original shell had the Croc foam in it, and we changed to the beige stuff a little later. He mentioned when I placed my order with him that he changed to a different supplier since the last time we talked. He mentioned that out of all the goalies in the NHL wearing the product, he has had a grand total of zero goalies missing time because of concussions. Yea whatever it is I love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayluv54 Posted March 9, 2018 Share Posted March 9, 2018 14 hours ago, Chenner29 said: I've never asked Dom to elaborate on the foam. The last time he refurbed a mask for me was maybe in 2010? My original shell had the Croc foam in it, and we changed to the beige stuff a little later. He mentioned when I placed my order with him that he changed to a different supplier since the last time we talked. He mentioned that out of all the goalies in the NHL wearing the product, he has had a grand total of zero goalies missing time because of concussions. Pretty sure Matt Murray wears one and Rask had a concussion back in October. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted March 10, 2018 Author Share Posted March 10, 2018 14 hours ago, jayluv54 said: Pretty sure Matt Murray wears one and Rask had a concussion back in October. Murray does and wears his helmet like a dope here’s the EVA from McMaster Carr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveByRichter35 Posted March 10, 2018 Share Posted March 10, 2018 On 3/9/2018 at 8:02 AM, jayluv54 said: Pretty sure Matt Murray wears one and Rask had a concussion back in October. 9 hours ago, TheGoalNet said: Murray does and wears his helmet like a dope He does and it bugs the shit out of Dom(paraphrased not quoted). A few seasons ago when Murray broke into the league I actually asked Dom about the way he wears his mask and Dom said he has told Murray several times that he wears it too loose but that's how he prefers to wear it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayluv54 Posted March 12, 2018 Share Posted March 12, 2018 On 3/10/2018 at 8:18 AM, SaveByRichter35 said: He does and it bugs the shit out of Dom(paraphrased not quoted). A few seasons ago when Murray broke into the league I actually asked Dom about the way he wears his mask and Dom said he has told Murray several times that he wears it too loose but that's how he prefers to wear it. loose masks seem pretty commonplace in the NHL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted March 12, 2018 Author Share Posted March 12, 2018 There’s also an unusual trend with the PC’s and guys running the elastic around the side of the mask instead of underneath and that seems odd too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted March 12, 2018 Author Share Posted March 12, 2018 @bunnyman666 - any luck with that glue? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnyman666 Posted March 12, 2018 Share Posted March 12, 2018 Sorry, @TheGoalNet. Let me get to that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnyman666 Posted March 12, 2018 Share Posted March 12, 2018 In your local auto parts store: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayluv54 Posted March 12, 2018 Share Posted March 12, 2018 2 hours ago, TheGoalNet said: There’s also an unusual trend with the PC’s and guys running the elastic around the side of the mask instead of underneath and that seems odd too Those may be guys who came from a 961 that has 2 snaps. One on the side by the ear where the strap runs long the outside and then the lower snaps that were actually for the chin strap. Running along the side is just way too loose for me so I run mine underneath to the chin snaps, but I still can't get the backplate on my 961 tight enough for my liking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayluv54 Posted March 12, 2018 Share Posted March 12, 2018 I've always been surprised with how loose Holtby wears his mask...looks like its 2 sizes too big for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaveByRichter35 Posted March 12, 2018 Share Posted March 12, 2018 8 hours ago, TheGoalNet said: There’s also an unusual trend with the PC’s and guys running the elastic around the side of the mask instead of underneath and that seems odd too Yea idk wtf that's about. I remember Jim Carey doing that way back in the 90s. Bugged me then and it still bugs me now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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