Bauer Supreme S29 Intermediate Blocker

The Bauer Supreme S29 Intermediate blocker builds off the popular S190; refined by key upgrades. Continuing from the S190, the Bauer S29 Blocker features an extremely mobile free flex cuff, along with a nylon moisture-wicking liner. A new AX suede pro palm is included on the Supreme S29 INT, which allows for added flexibility and feel.

Goalie Blockers Sizing

More times than not, blockers are often overlooked compared to other pieces of gear where fit is concerned. Perhaps this is a result of the limited sizes available compared to other pieces of equipment: youth, junior, intermediate and senior. The first step to finding the correct blocker is to approximate your size by following the estimated age range and “heel-of-palm-to-tip-of-middle-finger” measurement:

• Youth (age 5 – 8): 4.5” – 5.75” / 119 – 143 mm
• Junior (age 8 – 11): 6.35” – 5.75” / 144 – 160 mm
• Intermediate (age 11 – 13): 6.35” – 7” / 161 – 178 mm
• Senior (age 14 and up): 7” – 8.5”* / 179 – 216 mm
*8” – 8.5” would constitute an XL palm on a senior blocker

Once a size has been approximated it is important to ensure that the fingers tips lie close to the seam at the fingertips or within 0.5” if the goaltender is growing. This is important to ensure that the goalie can maintain control of the stick while making saves in addition to being able to maneuver the blocker when playing the puck.

Another thing to look for is that the wrist strap goes directly across the wrist bone and has little to no interference with the chest/arm. The wearer should be able to swivel their wrist to accommodate a range of save selections without any restrictions from the chest protector.