{"product_id":"bauer-vapor-flylite-intermediate-goalie-catcher","title":"Bauer Vapor FlyLite Intermediate Goalie Catcher","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEditor's Full Product Review\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"As the successor to the popular HyperLite 2 series, the FLYLITE builds on Bauer’s proven formula for lightweight, mobile gear tailored to the modern reactive goaltender; the Vapor line has long been a favorite for goalies who play fast and stay aggressive in the crease.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"review-quote\"\u003e\"It’s clear the FLYLITE gear was worth the wait.\"\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ca class=\"btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thehockeyshop.com\/blogs\/the-hockey-blog\/bauer-flylite-review\"\u003eBauer Vapor FLYLITE: Read the Review! \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIntro \u0026amp; New Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNew for the 2025 hockey season, Bauer has released their new Vapor goalie protective line, and a part of the collection is the Vapor FlyLite Catcher. Being at the highest price point, this catcher has many features that make it stand out as a solid and reliable catcher for goaltenders looking to take their game to the next level. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExternal Material\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe FlyLite catcher features a catchlite palm for an excellent combination of comfort, protection, and performance. The foam padding helps to absorb the impact of incoming shots, while the synthetic material provides a secure grip on the puck, allowing the goaltender to make clean and confident saves. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBreak Angle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe catcher has a 60-degree break closure that is deeper, and allows for more full-hand closure (fingers to the base of the thumb) than any previous catcher in the Bauer Vapor line. It provides a good balance of coverage and mobility. The downward angle of the palm creates a large catching surface that can help goaltenders make catches on high shots, while also allowing for quick, fluid movements when making saves in tight. The angle of the palm is designed to align with the natural curvature of the hand, which can help to reduce stress and fatigue on the wrist and hand over time. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePocket Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe FlyLite uses a double-T pocket design, which provides a large and secure catching surface. The two-piece construction allows the goaltender to trap the puck between the two sections of the pocket, creating a stable grip on the puck. The double-T pocket design allows for quick and easy release of the puck, and it has a natural “funnel” shape that helps guide the puck towards the goaltender’s hand for cleaner and quicker catches. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStrapping\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe strapping system features a series of adjustable straps and fasteners that can be configured to achieve the desired level of support, mobility, and comfort. The glove also includes an optimized wrist strap for a more comfortable and adjustable fit, as well as a full adjustable backhand. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCuff Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlong with the next addition in the Vapor line, Bauer continues to use a true one-piece cuff that is designed to maximize the catching area while the CURV reinforced construction makes for a more impact-resistant, lightweight construction. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePalm Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Palm in the FlyLite catcher is designed with a Connekt+ Catchgrip material. The material is designed to provide comfort and durability to the glove which allows the shape to stand fit for longer. The palm is reinforced with CURV and rebound control foam with added DCT foam to provide goalies with protection from shots of all impacts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eColors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Bauer Vapor FlyLite Intermediate Goalie Catcher comes with a regular catch hand option in a White colourway, and has a full-right option, also in White.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bauer","offers":[{"title":"White \/ Regular","offer_id":42987494408258,"sku":"483550","price":449.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White \/ Full Right","offer_id":42987494375490,"sku":"483549","price":449.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0020\/1585\/4658\/files\/catchers-bauer-vapor-flylite-intermediate-goalie-catcher-1243797341.jpg?v=1781114670","url":"https:\/\/www.thehockeyshop.com\/products\/bauer-vapor-flylite-intermediate-goalie-catcher","provider":"TheHockeyShop.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}