CamWardFan

The Warrior Pro series like my G5 Pro have Warrior's carbon fiber plates in the palm on both sides of the palm break. Never had a stinger with that bad boy..............

My Warrior G5 Canes Tribute Setup - I call this design "Windows 2020"

Today's post on IG shows it being tested with an 83 mph shot as opposed to the Canadian testing standard of 81 mph. Bounced right off. I think everyone including him is waiting for more thorough testing including longevity and failure modes. I don't think it's fair to say yet whether or not it could be a long term solution. He's probably looking for an investor/equipment manufacturer to continue development and testing. My guess is that if any company would agree to look at and maybe develop it, it would be Warrior, who let's face it has been the leader in innovation for the last decade. I would try one after some more testing, but that's just me. As far as cat eye vs. certified, I'm pretty sure that would not be an issue down the line. All it would require is a denser pattern of wires to reach the certified standard. Even with a full certified pattern, the thinness of the wires could be a distinct visual advantage with no worry about sticks. Also could obviously be a weight saver.

Mine did, I wonder why yours didn't. If it was pro stock, maybe the pro who ordered it didn't want it.

Here's a big lesson I have learned about the difference between $99 sticks and the current $160's at PSH. I decided to splurge on a V1 Pro+ at ProStock even though it was the most I've ever paid for a stick. WHAT a difference in my game. Of course it is super light, almost like a players stick so I can move my blocker a touch quicker and handle the puck much easier. But THAT'S not even close to the best part. The blade on this guy is SO stiff that even if I get just a piece of a shot off the end of the blade it shoots out and away from the goal. Also, super hard on ice shots that used to sneak under my blade sometimes (due to flexing underneath) also easily pop off and out of danger even if I don't always have a perfect seal. If you can afford one of these guys, they are definitely worth it in my opinion. (I guess you can tell that I'm pretty charged up about this - it has really improved my game!!)

So what some of you nay sayers don't acknowledge is that many many pro goalies in Europe test and WEAR Warrior goalie gear. Shots in the KHL are just as hard as those in the NHL, many Euro goalies are just as skilled as the ones in the NHL (guess where most of your Euro goalies in the NHL played before they came to the US?). Calling Warrior a beer league pad is just ignorant. All brands make beer league gear as well as pro. The only reason those goalies don't continue to wear Warrior is that Warrior refuses to pay the huge fee to the NHL. They would rather plow that money into R and D. If you're honest, many of the real innovations that have come to goalie gear in the last decade have come from Warrior, then the other brands steal it and call it something else.............

I'm just happy they make their equipment for real people like us. I couldn't care less about what guys are paid to wear in the NHL. Warrior gets plenty of feedback and testing from European goalies and instead of paying ridiculous fees to the NHL they put that money into innovation and product development. I prefer that.

The X3 Pro is a bit more tapered at the shoulders and arms, but I understand what you are saying!!

Know what you mean about the elbow size. After I got my first version of the mechanical arms I started using 58G+ and 60G jerseys exclusively, haven't had only mobility issues since. As you said, I embrace the bulk as I am 6 feet 1 but only 157lbs haha and I'm a blocking style goalie anyways. At 70 I'm not stopping many guys with athleticism......... Thanks for the helpful feedback!!

I'm currently using the G4 Pro (mechanical arms) and have used this series since the very beginning. Always been happy with the excellent mobility and outstanding protection. Now that Warrior has ditched the mechanical arms, I'm just wondering if anyone has some feedback on this new model.

It's polycarbonate though, the same stuff they use for football helmets. I guarantee its not gonna break. Depending on how it's attached though, I would think it might be at risk of getting knocked off from a direct hit. Still, I've got faith in Pete and their testing. I'm 70 years old with both hips replaced and playing pickup 3 days a week with much younger guys, mostly on pretty shitty ice, and the plastic cap is what I've been dreaming about since I converted from standup 20 years ago haha!!!

I hope they make a lot of them because they are going to FLY off the shelves - my G5's are ready now..............

The Warrior Pro + also have their carbon fiber plates in them for amazing protection. Have taken full college level clappers on them with no injury. They also tie in to your pants really nicely, at least in my Warrior Pants...........

Thanks, great stuff!!!!!

Thanks, that's really good advice.. I may be squinching (like that) or momentarily closing them completely. I will try these things. Thanks!! Thanks, great video. I appreciate it.!!! Tension is certainly part of it...........

Yes, talking clear view to the shooter's stick. Don't believe I am closing my eyes but anxiety may well have something to do with it.............

I have been playing since the 1960's and have developed a very specific tracking issue. I've evolved into a very aggressive blocking style from my original standup and have recently noticed that after setting my position on a shooter and seeing the puck on his blade, I sometimes lose sight of the puck just after release until it hits me. Fortunately most of the time it does, but that tracking gap hinders my rebound control, especially my ability to catch the puck cleanly with my trapper. Does anyone have any in game tips or practice routines that could help me solve this problem? Or is this just a symptom of my advanced age...........

Yes, I've had the same experience with the knee blocks, they are good puck stoppers and great for narrow butterflys. I have had no problem with the elastic toe straps in my setup, but that's just a matter of personal preference. Overall the G5 is by far the best pad Warrior has made to date and I love them.

A softer more flexible hybrid style pad like the GT2 is considered better for a narrow butterfly for sure. I’m just stubborn and like the Big Bang rebounds off the G5. You can actually get a decent S curve off the 5 but it’s STIFF

Thanks, appreciate the input

Thanks!!!!

137177.webpI am currently wearing the Warrior G3 pads and love them. I'm considering upgrading to the G5's for a couple of reasons. First, the new knee block shape which looks like it would help close the 5 hole on my narrow butterfly (the inside is cut away at an angle so you can push your knees closer together when down). Second, I like the idea of having the stiffer pad face to help push rebounds faster and farther away from the crease. Does anyone have experience with these options and can give me some feedback???

I'm 68 years old now and had both hips replaced about 15 years ago (more from 50 years of hardcourt tennis than hockey). Took me about 6 months to get back on the tennis court, then decided I wanted to resume my goalie career as well. Now playing 3 times a week with all levels of players at pickup and having no pain or issues at all. If you are having pain I highly recommend getting it done, and actually the younger the better, as healing and rehab is much faster than if you wait. I also chose the ceramic ball and ceramic cup which never wears out, and unlike the metal on metal does not release harmful elements into your bloodstream. One other suggestion. Find a surgeon who uses the anterior approach to do the replacement. About half the rehab time because if they go in the front they only have to push the muscles apart to insert the hardware. If you go the posterior route, they have to cut the muscles and stitch them back together. Good luck and I hope this doesn't reach you too late. Sorry, just saw this post. Steve