My 11 year old son has asked for a black cat eye cage for his goalie mask. This is only my second year as a goalie dad and I never played hockey myself so it’s all pretty new to me. He has a Bauer 930 (sticker inside says size s-m, hat size 6 5/8 - 7 1/8, circumference 53-57 cm). Are cages universal fit or do I have to get one made specifically for his masks model and size? Thanks for any help!

Not sure if this is much to be concerned about, after a game I was going to go hang my skates when I noticed the toe cap is starting to separate from the boot, probably shouldn’t be able to see my insole from the outside 😅 I have had these skates since midway through last season, been on the ice 1-3 times per week. Is this normal for Bauer?

I’ve tried adjusting my toe ties and straps but as my pads break in more it seems like the overlap is getting worse. I feel like I am not able to move well while standing because of it. I ordered some new pads which are 31+1(mine were probably a couple inches off perfect for my knees anyways at 33) but when I started I was using 35+1 and my knee would land off the block sometimes but no issue with overlap like I have now. Any tips on how to deal with the overlap?

Like the title says, I'm wondering if anyone has ever tried switching to full right?

I shoot right naturally and I'm sick of feeling so awkward when I (try to) play the puck so awkward so I'm thinking about trying to switch so I can play the pick better.

Anyone ever tried this?

Anyone have the pro laces push model with 3 inch gap? https://prolaces.ca/en/products/pro-laces-armor-hybride

I have the hybrid armor ones now but feel like the elastic between pad and skate is too short, debating getting the push model with 3 inch gap for the extra length.

so i am having trouble picking the right size vaughn pants. i do not know what model they are they're both second hand prostock. one is a large the other is medium. my waist size measurement puts me right in between M/L. my only concern with the mediums is that i tried on a friends pair of medium vaughns and the thighs felt tight. i got thicc legs. my other question is t hat being 5'7" is would the larges be too long?

i appreciate any insight yall might have, thanks!

Been discussed before, and will again for sure… But if your pads ever feel like they just don’t want to slide, maybe you have older pads, or just Jen pro like me, and not some fancy slide material…. Buy the 3m paint protection film, it’s peel and stick, got mine off amazon for like 20 bucks.

Cut to fit the knee block, and stick it on. You will slide like you’re on air, buttery smooth and even over slide at times til you’re used to it.

Best “mod” I have ever done to anything lol.

Hope this helps out someone debating on upgrading simply due to poor sliding

Need recommendations for new goalie pants. for reference im in a bauer pro as of right now but i want to upgrade to somthing that isnt as flimsy and holds its shape a little better. I tuck so i want an internal belt, and i would also like the option to tie in my knee pads to the pants so they don't fall. I was looking at vaughn or ccm but worst comes to worse ill just get a new set of the bauer pro's. possibly even brian's. All feedback is appreciated. Playing junior hockey so protection is the main aspect other then shape and hold up.

I found a thread discussing the RX3 with the belief that the only difference is the "bulk" of the units, does this continue into the RX4 line? Not willing to sacrifice protection but if size is the only difference, the RX4 pro sounds better to me. Anyone able to confirm?

My old Reebok pads have finally fallen apart and I’m looking to replace them with some new used gear. My budget’s fairly tight so looking for something functional that will last

If anyone has advice for which brands would be most similar to the old Reebok’s or which brands have the best durability for price that’d be great!

For context I’m 5’5” playing in men’s leagues 3 nights a week. Just shinny / beer league so no need for anything top of the line

My son plays mostly goalie in u9 LL, but wants to continue as goalie full time.

I've noticed his focus and intensity improve greatly when I show him YouTube goalie highlights right before he steps on. It kind of pumps him up a bit.

The only problem is that most of the highlight reels out there are full of the diving, cross-crease, 1-in-a-million, Hasek-style stick paddle save windmills.

Very fun awesome saves and entertaining, but not great form.

So are there any highlight reels out there that are energetic, show great saves, but also good mechanics? A highlight reel of puck tracking and crease movements leading to good saves with no rebounds? (Maybe with some visually frustrated shooters looking skywards but I'm not picky, lol)

Nothing instructional. He and I work on his skating and crease movements in practice enough - But a fun highlight reel of goalie saves bit also demonstrating good mechanics?

Hello, I'm starting so I'm trying to find some goalie cut jerseys but not officials as they are too expensive. I've heard you can get them on DhGate but haven't find any. The few I found have bad seller. Was looking for montreal but doesn't matter if it's another team. Any idea where to get them? I'm from Canada if it can help. Thanks

I keep seeing these leg pads pop up and listed as ‘new.’ Does anyone know anything about these? Are these just old stock? Best I can find is 13 year old YouTube videos review a T100 blocker.

https://sidelineswap.com/gear/hockey/goalie/goalie-leg-pads/8875755-sher-wood-sherwood-t100-pl33-34-1-leg-pads-blocker

https://sidelineswap.com/gear/hockey/goalie/goalie-leg-pads/1606880-sher-wood-new-sherwood-t100-v-series-pro-stock-hockey-goalie-leg-pads-36-1-yellow-blue-red

https://sidelineswap.com/gear/hockey/goalie/goalie-leg-pads/1606881-sher-wood-new-sherwood-t100-m-series-pro-stock-hockey-goalie-leg-pads-35-1-red-blue-yellow

Ive been looking at both these units, currently with a sale the Bauer pro sharp is 999.99 with the stone and stuff it's about 1300 all together.

The Sparx 3 is a bit more expensive landing at 1500

Ive been thinking about this for a while, while the Sparx has more sharpening my dad and I will be using it and I like 1/2 and he likes. 3/8. It will be from home use.

I was talking to some pro shop sharpeners I've mostly gotten for my use case either will be fine and will do the same thing at the same quality. With some saying Bauer is newer so may be a bit nicer but the Sparx has more features.

I did see other Reddit posts but I only saw the typical "Auto sharpeners are shit support local skate shops" "Bauer is shit it will break in 20days" "Sparx is a gimmick" blah blah blah.

Anyone have anyone have an opinion? I know the ProSharp is it's second generation.

I will say since the Bauer is on sale for the Holidays it will make a better gift for Christmas.

I am asked to fill in for a pickup game today and it was early so I do it and about 4 times this big fucker sends an 80mph slap shot at the net the 2nd time it hits a guys skate and he’s done for the night. After the 4th one it hits a guys leg and goes into my neck I wear a neck guard but this shit hurt bad. So I frustratedly yell at him for doing this in a pickup game and he argues back so I just leave. Am I in the wrong. I was just venting cause it stung if he said sorry and send more slap shots that didn’t hit me high I probably wouldn’t have said anything else. But I mean dude it’s pickup hockey and I’m doing you guys a favor what’s with the heaters am I wrong for this?

As title says, looking to get my kid a sense arena account, so if anyone is looking for someone to join their group, I'd definitely be interestes.

Has anyone else used duct tape to add some color to their sets? If so do you recommend it? How did you do it? I’m looking to add some color to my True Catalyst 9X3 set.

New goalie here.

I’m having a hard time standing up from butterfly. I practice on dryland with full gear on and have no issues. Pop right up. However, when I’m on the ice I fall on my ass trying to stand. I’m at a loss of how to correct this. Any suggestions?

I recently upgraded from a chesty that was way too small for me. I went from an Intermediate M to a Senior XL, so a pretty big jump. I love how much more net I cover, but I feel a little more restricted because of how stiff the new one is. Any tips for breaking it in?

Edit: Chest Protecter is a Bauer Supreme Mach

Hello, i’ve had the same pads for the last 7+ years (Simmons UL7) I recently started playing again and looking to upgrade as pads have got a lot lighter. My pads now are 34+2 if I were to switch to Vaughn, True, or Brains would the sizing be the same? Or are all pads sized in their own way, sorry if this a stupid question!

Yes I already know what they are because I was the one who ordered them (with his permission and agreement that it was a Christmas present) because they were on sale and only one of each left

Hi, does anyone know how old the Vaughn Velocity VE8 is? Can anyone tell the difference between intermediate and senior sized chesties? I am playing with a SLR2 Pro in size Sr. S rn but it‘s a bit to big so I was thinking about switching to an int. model. I am just a little worried to get killed with an much lower tier of protection. Is there a big difference between the Ventus and the Velocity chesties? Thanks for your help!

I just got back into playing about two months ago. Still was rocking my Reebok 6ks until yesterday. Just got a pair of CCM Axis 1.9s and just strapping them on they definitely feel different. What kind of changes can I expect and what should I know for my first ice time with em?

I was fortunate to have been able to buy my first ever pads for very cheap from my local professional team’s end of season kit sale. They are Bauer Vapor 1X OD1N and are about 4 years old now. I’ve regrettably come to the expensive conclusion that I will be needing some new pads. I’ve really liked my current pads and would like my replacements to be as similar as possible- I’ve tried other brands and just haven’t quite got on with them as well. Would anyone be able to suggest models to either steer towards or avoid? I’m going to explore both second-hand and new options so both old and new models would be appreciated! I’m also in the UK- I don’t know if this changes anything. Thank you!