{"product_id":"vaughn-ion-youth-goalie-leg-pads","title":"Vaughn ION Youth Goalie Leg Pads","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIntro \u0026amp; New Features \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNew for 2026 are the ION Youth Goalie Leg Pads. Designed for young goalies, the pads feature an easy flex design specifically designed for smaller age groups, a pre-shaped pad structure for precision fit, and a bungee toe cord attachment for better interaction with the skates. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eExternal Material \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nVaughn uses the JenPro material on the outer construction of these leg pads. This durable material provides the pads with a reliable and solid outer build, and it helps keep the leg pads in shape for longer. JenPro is a trusted material and is found on nearly all of Vaughn’s goalie equipment because of its reliability, appearance, and overall performance that it provides. These pads also feature QuickSlide inside edge material to provide quicker movements. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInternal Construction \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nInternally, the pads have an easy flex design which is specifically designed for smaller age groups. Paired with a pre-shaped design, it allows breaking in the pads to be easier and more forgiving for young goalies. The leg pads also feature cushion padding on the inside landing areas of the knee for an extra layer of protection. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePad Break \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThese goalie pads are designed to have no break. The stiff, flat-faced core with zero breaks provides a rigid structure that maximizes butterfly coverage, powerful sliding, and predictable rebound control. The solid outer roll is designed to maximize coverage, provide better puck deflection, and maintain the structural integrity of the pad, especially when dropping into the butterfly position. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBoot Angle \u0026amp; Toe Taper \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Vaughn ION Youth leg pads feature a flatter in-step on the boot combined with an 80° streamlined toe taper. The boot-in-step is built with a flatter profile to reduce boot-to-ice friction, allowing for increased transition speed and faster pad rotation. The toe taper uses an 80° angle that helps maintain a tight seal in the butterfly while offering smooth post interactions. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKnee Cradle \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThese leg pads feature a wide knee cradle with an angled adjustable strap that is engineered to enhance pad rotation and stability for younger goaltenders. Moving away from traditional deep or highly restrictive designs, this open configuration allows the pad to rotate quickly and seamlessly when dropping into the butterfly position. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStrapping \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTo adjust the leg pads, Vaughn added an easy strap system with velcro attachments on the leg and knee areas. This allows goalies to easily adjust their pads to a desired fit and feel that is tailored to their preference and needs. The velcro attaches to a landing, which helps keep the leg pads in place. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSizing \u0026amp; Colors \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Vaughn ION Youth Goalie Leg Pads come in White\/Black, and are offered in sizes 22+1.5”, 24+1.5”, and 26+1.5”. \n","brand":"Vaughn","offers":[{"title":"White \/ Black \/ 22+1.5","offer_id":43751395459138,"sku":"510304","price":489.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White \/ Black \/ 24+1.5","offer_id":43751395491906,"sku":"510305","price":489.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"White \/ Black \/ 26+1.5","offer_id":43751395524674,"sku":"510306","price":489.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0020\/1585\/4658\/files\/leg-pads-vaughn-ion-youth-goalie-leg-pads-1259649496.gif?v=1790263873","url":"https:\/\/www.thehockeyshop.com\/products\/vaughn-ion-youth-goalie-leg-pads","provider":"TheHockeyShop.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}