Vaughn Velocity VX1 Youth Goalie Leg Pads
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Intro & New Features
New for 2025, is the Vaughn Velocity VX1 Youth leg pads. Designed for young goalies, the pads feature an easy flex design specifically for smaller age groups, a pre-shaped design for easy break-in, and a double layer inner knee cradle padding.
External Material
Vaughn used classic JenPro synthetic leather on the exterior of the pads, a common option in goalie pad manufacturing due to its water resistance and durability. In addition, the pads have been outfitted with Vaughn’s own QuickSlide, renowned among many elite and professional goalies for its unparalleled glide along the ice. Growing goalies will greatly benefit from and enjoy the speed that QuickSlide offers when down on the ice.
Internal Construction
Internally, 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 and calf for an extra layer of protection.
Pad Break
A single external break below the knee is seen on the VX1 leg pads, combined with a soft core and boot, the pads retain the soft, forgiving, traditional feel of previous Velocity line leg pads. The VX1 Youth pads also include a built in pad curve which is designed to help close off the five-hole area.
Knee Cradle
The knee cradle features a double layer inner knee cradle padding. This design keeps the knee in place, and provides high-level protection to keep goalies protected from impacts, reducing the chance of injuries.
Strapping
To 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.
Toe Taper
The toe on the VX1 leg pads features a taper allowing for superior mobility and recovery pushes while not sacrificing any seal or coverage.
Sizes & Colors
The Vaughn Velocity VX1 Youth Goalie Leg Pads come in White/Black and sizes 20+2”, 22+2”, 24+2”, and 26+2”.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Category | Performance |
| External Material | Quick-Slide w/ Jen Pro |
| Internal Construction | Easy Flex w/ Pre-Shaped Design |
| Pad Break | Single Break Below the Knee |
| Knee Cradle | Double Layer Inner Padding |
| Strapping | Velcro |
| Toe Taper | 80° |
| Warranty | 90 Days |
| Vaughn Youth Goalie Pads Sizing Chart | ||
|---|---|---|
| Leg Pad Size | Floor-to-Knee Measurement | |
| 20” | 10.5" - 11.5" | 26.8 cm - 29.3 cm |
| 22” | 11.5" - 12.5" | 29.3 cm - 31.9 cm |
| 24” | 12.5" - 13.5" | 31.9 cm - 34.4 cm |
| 26” | 13.5" - 14.5" | 34.4 cm - 37.0 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.
