RichMan

So last night I was glancing at some saved pics of gear and as I looked at the GT pads, I had a "hmmm" moment.

So the calf wrap/channel is composed of a large velcro system. Unlike Pete's original gear and many other brands out there, I wondered - if at one point in the life of the pads, the velcro get frayed to a point where both part don't adhere to each other as well (even though there's a buckle present), does the user have to send the pads in for a full replacement which I presume wouldn't be cheap? Would a removable two ended velcro strapping system be more convenient?

On 2/5/2018 at 10:54 AM, cwarnar said:

Team Canada right there

On 2/5/2018 at 12:14 PM, coopaloop1234 said:

Zero issues on my R/GT Sr gear.

Don't know if I asked you this before but, any serious stingers with the catcher? What level shots are you facing?

2 hours ago, TheGoalNet said:

I think Bauer will be a bit taller, but I didn’t have them side to side.

no plastic will interfere with your pushes 

Ok. If you get a chance to slip a pair on, I'd like to know how roomy is the toe box please. And will there be a mid and lower priced version?

25 minutes ago, TheGoalNet said:

@RichMan - It will be heavier than 2S. Attack angle should be similar. The boot should be more heat moldable and have a True like energy transfer. 

2S will also have taller steel

CCM skates seems to be a nice bridge for people reluctant to try a no cowling or needing a more accommodating fit. 2S will be the pinnacle of minimal design and light weight 

So it's gonna be as tall in the runner as the Bauer ones?

On 12/19/2017 at 2:27 PM, cwarnar said:

New Tack AS1's via Goalie Gear Nerd... He says Fleury made the switch after his concussions... D3O insole as well

Anyone get to see these up close or even try a pair?

@Kirk3190

Here's something that bugs me concerning Warrior sticks. I went looking for some specials and although I didn't buy one of these but have used the same model last year, I find it alarming the discrepancy in correct measurement and fabrication. It's the Warrior foam core Quick model. Both sticks are identified as 26" with a 14 lie, yet they are clearly not the same length. And this is not the first time I've noticed it with your sticks. I have an Emery model that is identified as a 27.5" but was no longer than my then 26" Quick. 

This leads me to wonder if any of your sticks are true to size? Have I been using a 26", or rather a 25", or maybe even a 27"? Brings confusion where it shouldn't, especially for the newbies in the position.

On 1/25/2018 at 1:04 AM, Murray said:

Third game back, everything is pretty dialed in. Really, realling enjoying the Optiks so far.

Interesting note: Coming back off an ankle injury, I'm testing out a pair of Graf DM1080s, which are a pretty big change from my VHs on Bauer cowlings. So far, so good.

Can you do a review on the Graf skates if you get a chance?

I'm still sporting my Reidic mask I got off of estogoalie some 6 years ago or so. All white, chrome cert. cat-eye cage, a Habs helmet sticker on the right side, a Bulldogs (then AHL farm team to the Habs) helmet sticker on the left cheek, a Gatineau (Hull) Olympiques helmet sticker on the top and the number 33 on the chin. It continues to serve me well.

Only cool story I can state on the mask is when they held some goalie tryouts I attended in Broisbriand for the famous Montreal-Quebec hockey series some years ago. When I got on the ice and skated near the bench, one of the shooters asked me if I played for the Bulldogs. I couldn't bullshit him but it did make me smile huge inside

3 hours ago, coopaloop1234 said:

I don't think using Snow and Giguerre as benchmarks is accurate. they were the worst offenders!

yes they were, but it's only to show how we went from a form fit c/a to an absurd Megatron to a now halfway zone.

From then to only 10 years ago, the difference has been noticeable. I think it's time to simplify size only, not protection.

1 hour ago, TheGoalNet said:

I think people on here know that I am probably borderline obsessed with light gear. For me personally, I notice a difference and lighter makes me comfortable and feeling nimble between the pipes

The one items I haven't sweat too much? The HP12 pants I have. They are light, they move well, and they are protective. Pretty minimal design too. I completely respect the challenge of making your item more appealing during web shopping or a quick trip to the hockey store, but these pants are beyond solid. It's shame they just don't call these "Pro" and keep them running at retail. 

If any piece of equipment should be taken seriously in terms of lightness, it should be the following: mask, glove, pads, skates. That's my opinion.

My Reidic mask weighs like a feather compared to the Hackva I've worn some years ago. My 700x skates are much lighter then the One80s I wore. My Smith 1000 glove and pads aren't the heaviest but do have 10 years or so of usage and I'm anxious to experience the newer stuff to compare.

@bunnyman666 - if you check out the website, his prices are the lowest on the market for custom gear, and that doesn't minimize the quality/protection either.

Daffy, I know you've mentioned a couple times that Jason won't do a bindingless blocker but looking at some old pics of mine, he did do so with the then Liberator model he was making. It looked pretty decent to me.

Of course the Habs ones have to be sumo size

On 1/4/2018 at 1:52 AM, ruckus007 said:

I know Bernier tried a Simmons and Passau before. Then got stuck with CCM =p.

I want to know the construction of the C/A's though. They're noTHING like what we get. I've held a Backstrom C/A a couple years back and noted beefed shoulders, biceps, forearms and plastic in the belly blocks.

They could as well just get into Brown units, John already puts plastic in all the right places.

14 minutes ago, TheGoalNet said:

@RichMan I actually wonder the opposite, haha 

Goalie Gear Nerd had a nice post the other day showing guys who change their main gear company and keep the chesty 

subban still in Brian’s, Elliott still in Bauer, etc 

I figure guys get used to a feel and don’t want to change. So I’m curious when they change from a CCM to a Vaughn, why?!?

I can see a guy say having worn Brown forever and get approached by CCM to wear the full kit and him saying ok, except for my c/a and they agree - or not. But I'm sure some guys will see or hear about a new model out and might get curious and maybe even switch. That's where I'd like to hear what made them switch on their own. Protection? Mobility? Durability? Vision/clearance? Adjustments? etc.

ok, back on topic.

Aside from those who are sponsored, I'd be interested in knowing why a pro chose a brand and/or model.

6 hours ago, SaveByRichter35 said:

 

what are you? The internet grammar police?! lolll

"Regardless" of what I say, it can be "disregarded" that I "irregardedly" used "irregardless" grammar in "regard" to said post..."UMMMphatically"!!!!   

6 hours ago, IPv6Freely said:

Ask Beyoncé about trying to keep a lid on things on the internet.

sex tape?!! lollll

If Bob is true to himself, he will stick with what works for him and brush off all other offers. Lets not forget that John's gear did dominate the show at one point not very long ago. He's made his mark irregardless.

My observation is that the concensus in the NHL seems to be Vaughn, despite that most people say their arms at retail level are underpadded which is disappointing for $600 a pop.

I`d be interested in know who is wearing what that isn`t "registered" such as Brown, Passau, ect - and how they wear it (in or out). For a pro goalie to show confidence in a product that isn`t on the NHL`s contract says a great deal in the quality and protection of said chesty.

LMAO!!! For a while I thougt I was reading a Red Green Show script

I remember when wearing velour was the shit.
When you watched hockey and could name all the players on the team...cause they lasted more than 3 years.
When you believed you were Evil Knievel, took your sister's mustang and had the gonads to jump any make shift ramp available.
When Spiderman was a 2D cartoon but was still the bomb and you can STILL remember all the lyrics.
When Red Fox, Adam 12, Charlie's Angels and the Carroll Burnett shows were religion.
When snow (up here in the province of Québec) was always knee deep, any winter growing up.
When street hockey was legal and encouraged (streets or parking lots).
When Tang was the drink of champions during lunch at school cause water wasn't an option...despite the crazy heartburns that ensued.
When your mom would send you to the corner store to get some things for her, including cigarettes and no questions were asked. 
When your rank as the neighborhood goalie was indicated by the number of orange ball bruises that showed on your thighs, arms and cheeks.
When car seats were nothing more than a flat love seat with straps.
When you'd spent a whole afternoon making up stupid stories and jokes and recording it ON TAPE on A TAPE DECK with your pals.
When you had 3 real good friends and to this day, despite life's BS and all, you still keep in touch and it still feels like yesterday.

I'm 49. Take my beard away and I look early to mid 30s. I feel as young too (don't know who missed the age memo - my brain or my heart lolll). I am starting to feel little aches and pains now and then. Minor injuries take longer to heal. The way I look at life is changing, for the better. I'm much wiser (don't quote me on that one loll).

Even though I might qualify for your club, I don't feel like I'm ready to call it (me) old, cause I'm not - not yet. And besides, my BMs are still perfect  

@IPv6Freely = Is that a female goalie in one of the pics? Is it Glista?

On 11/13/2017 at 11:38 AM, daffy said:

C/A: Vaugh Vision

Pants: McKenney 870 pro

I wear the c/a untucked. Suspenders under c/a. On the inside on the belly pad I have a loop added. Run the pant belt through it to pull it down. Simple as that.

That's my next move when I buy new gear. I figure it will keep things in place while still allowing sufficient movement and rotation.

@chakal - Love the Goldorak theme! Maybe a Jofa dangler would work best. When I tried the Itech one on my HM30 I used to wear, I found that it would stick out too much. I left the middle loose like Richter used to but the middle would collapse on shots.