Brian's OPTiK 9.0 Senior Goalie Catcher
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Brian’s Optik 9.0 senior trapper is a performance level trapper for those goalies that want Brian’s quality but don’t want to spend as much as a pro glove. With a very similar build to the Optik Pro trapper the Optik 9.0 brings an unparalleled level of quality to mid-range equipment.
External Material
The Optik 9.0 catcher is made with traditional Jenpro construction, as well as having a traditional nylon lace pocket for better viewing angles to covered pucks.
Break Angle
The Optik 9.0 senior catcher is a 35* degree break angle, staying similar with it’s pro model. This angle makes closing the gloves more finger focussed rather than using the whole hand.
Pocket Design
The pocket is a deep, wide single T pocket, allowing for a wider catch area as well as increased visibility when catching the puck. The single T pocket is believed to increase the ease of closure on the trapper, snapping shut when the puck contacts the pocket.
Strapping
The Brians Optik 9.0 glove follows more traditional strapping styles, with velcro and nylon straps for adjustments. This is similar to most other brands and most comparable to the Airlite trapper or a G-netik 8.0 glove. The straps allow you to adjust tightness on the fingers and back of the hand to get the right fit.
Cuff Design
The cuff is a one-piece design with an open backhand to avoid any sort of interference between the Optik glove and a chest protector. The no slip grip liner on the inside of the palm ensure that you don’t have to worry about your fingers slipping, allowing you to make the save every time.
Colors
The Brian's Optik 9.0 series trapper comes in a range of colourways including all white, white/black, white/red, white/blue and a white/black/red colour.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Adjustable Straps | Back of hand and Wrist |
| Break Angle | 35 Degree |
| Category | Performance |
| Cuff Design | One Piece |
| Customizable | No |
| External Material | Jenpro |
| Made In | Philippines |
| Single T | |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Weight | 2.2 lbs |
| Senior | *7" - 8 ½" |
|---|---|
| Intermediate | 6 ⅓" - 7" |
| Junior | 5 ¾" - 6 ⅓" |
| Youth | 4 ½" - 5 ¾" |
| *8" - 8 ½" is typically seen as a SR-XL palm **Hand Measurement is made from heel of palm to the tip of your middle finger |
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Goalie Catcher Sizing
More times than not, the fit of your Goalie Catcher is often overlooked. This is likely the result of the limited size availability compared to other pieces of equipment, however a properly sized Catcher provides you the protection and stick control you trust.
Which Catcher Size is for you?
The first step to finding the correct Catcher size is to utilize the “heel-of-palm-to-tip-of-middle-finger” measurement. This measurement will generally send you to the appropriate size you need.
Analyzing the Catcher Fit
It is important to make sure the palm lines up properly within the catching glove, so that it can be closed without excessive force. New goalie gloves will be difficult to close initially, but through either a standard break-in process, or "baking" the catcher with our in-house convection skate ovens, they will soften over time.
*We do not recommend using any conventional in-home ovens, as the results have been very unpredictable in the past and could damage your Catcher.*
Next you want to ensure the adjustable wrist strap goes directly across the wrist bone, and has minimal to no interference with your chest protector. The goaltender should be able to swivel their wrist to accommodate a range of save selections without any restrictions from the chest protector.
Sizing for Growing Goaltenders
For growing goaltenders we recommend following the guidelines set above, rather than sizing up to accommodate growth. Oversized goalie gloves restrict control, especially for young developing goalies. As you climb the size ladder for Catchers, typically the glove requires more strength for pocket closure.
Which Hand Do I Need?
Figuring out which hand you need for your Catcher can be slightly confusing. Goalies generally refer to themselves as "REGULAR" or "FULL RIGHT". Below is the easiest way to simplify which hand you need.
- Goalie Catcher Hands Simplified
- Regular - Catcher worn on your Left Hand
- Full Right - Catcher worn on your Right Hand
