Vaughn Velocity VE8 Pro Senior Goalie Leg Pads
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The Vaughn VE8 pro is Vaughn's newest pad in their Velocity line. The Vaughn VE8 Pro Senior leg pad is based off of its bigger brother the VE8 Pro Carbon Sr, and carries the same feel and some features down to a more reasonable price point.
The Vaughn VE8 Pro senior goalie leg pad features Vaughn`s new magnetic buckle attach system. This new system allows for the same quick attach as most velcro systems, but maintains the much tighter feel of a traditional leather strap. The Vaughn VE8 pro goalie leg pad also features the same Pro-core construction, just with HD foams in place of the Carbon Enhanced Performance. This Pro-core construction ensures the durability of the pad especially when used with the stiffened boot that the VE8 Pro Senior leg pad offers as well.
Flat knee rolls are also included on the VE8 senior goalie leg pad. This is something that carried over from the V7 XF, and provides a predictable rebound while also giving the classic knee roll look.
| Vaughn Velocity Senior Leg Pad Sizing Chart | ||
|---|---|---|
| Leg Pad Size | Floor-to-Knee Measurement | |
| 32” | 19.5 – 20.5" | 49.7 – 52.3 cm |
| 33” | 20.5 – 21.5" | 52.3 – 54.8 cm |
| 34” | 21.5 – 22.5" | 54.8 – 57.4 cm |
| 35” | 22.5 – 23.5" | 57.4 – 60.0 cm |
| 36” | 23.5 – 24.5" | 60.0 – 62.2 cm |
Goalie Leg Pads Sizing
Deciding your Goalie Pads size is crucial for having total control while moving in the crease. Sizing your pads properly is the difference between getting that perfect seal on your butterfly, and feeling clunky or unprotected in the net. Below we have compiled some information to better assist you in deciding which size is right for you.
Floor-To-Knee Measurement
Your Floor-To-Knee measurement will give you a good indication as to what "Pad Size" you will need. This measurement can be matched up with the provided sizing chart above.
How to Measure your Floor-To-Knee
- 1. In your bare feet, place the soft measuring tape at the inside of the bottom of your foot.
2. Slightly bend your knee.
3. Run the soft measuring tape up your shin, to the middle of your knee.
4. Match your Floor-To-Knee measurement with the provided sizing chart
What to look for when trying on your new pads.
Once you have your new leg pads, you’ll need to make sure they fit you properly. To do so, you’ll need to put the pads on with your skates. There a couple things to do to check size, once you have the pads on:
1. Stand straight and bring your feet together. This will show you the overall height of the pad, while on. Your pads should not be taller than your hips. Ideally you want the top of your pad at the half-way point of your thighs. A pad fitted for a young growing goaltender can be a little taller, so a little above the half-way point is normal.
2. Next you want to get in your stance, keep your hands in a ready position, and drop to your butterfly. Without moving your legs to correct your butterfly, bring your heels together. This is where you assess your knee position. For a proper fit, you want the middle of your knee to sit directly on the center of the knee stack. If you’re looking for growing room, you want the middle of your knee to land roughly 1.5” below the center of the knee stack (1” for JR).
Not getting a complete seal while in your butterfly?
If you're having trouble getting a full seal in your new pads, it may be the way you’re strapping them up. Make sure your boot strap and top straps (above knee) are loosened up a bit. The reason you want these straps loose is because they have a direct effect on the rotation of the pad. Having a loose boot strap makes it easy for your foot and ankle to rotate as the pad moves. Same goes for the top straps, as you don't want them pulling down too hard on the thigh rise.
