Vaughn Velocity V9 Youth Goalie Leg Pads
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The Vaughn Velocity V9 YTH Goalie Leg Pads are designed to give the youth goaltender a lightweight, flexible and mobile pad. Built with quality foams, the V9 Youth offers a soft feel while remaining durable and maintaining their easily flexible pre-curved shape. A soft, Nash-like material lines the knee cradle creating a comfortable feel. The wide knee cradle and removable outer knee wing allows for easy integration with knee pads of all sizes. The velcro strapping system allows for easy adjustability while the bungee toe ties make it easier to get dressed.
External Material
The V9 youth leg pad uses a durable synthetic leather face. A soft, comfortable Nash-like material lines the knee block leading into the calf wrap made of a breathable, durable nylon interior with a lightweight mesh exterior.
Internal Construction
Like the VE8, the V9 Youth pad features a traditional three knee roll design. A pre-curved shape and a scoop bend gives the V9 Youth the traditional Velocity shape that helps young goalies close their five-hole with ease. A double break outer roll provides good flexibility and the squared off upper thigh provides better seal and coverage compared to previous Velocity pads and other softer pads.
Pad Break
A double external break is seen on the V9 Youth pad, combined with a soft core and boot, the V9 Youth pad retains the soft, forgiving, traditional feel of previous Velocity line pads that hybrid goalies know and love.
Knee Cradle
The knee cradle of the V9 Youth features a widened knee landing area for improved integration with knee pads of all sizes. The knee cradle is made of a soft Nash-like material. The outer knee wing is made of nylon and is laced in allowing it to be adjusted or removed entirely.
Strapping
The V9 Youth features a redesigned strapping system and calf wrap allowing for a simpler, quicker and lighter system. The calf wrap uses a single velcro strap to seal its extended wings that offer better coverage over those of the VE8 shut. While still a fairly tight fitting leg channel, the V9 Youth has a widened inner leg cradle overall when compared to previous Velocity pads giving goals the feel of a tight fitting leg channel while offering the better rotation associated with a looser leg channel. Finally, the V9 Youth features a velcro bootstrap as well as the same bungee toe tie system seen on the SLR2 leg pads.
Toe Taper|
The toe on the V9 Youth pad features a taper similar to that seen on the VE8 allowing for superior mobility and recovery pushes while not sacrificing any seal or coverage.
Sizes & Colors
The V9 Youth leg pad will be available in a full youth size range; 20”+2, 22”+2 , 24”+2 and 26”+2.They’re available in only a White/Black colourway.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Boot Angle | 90 Degree |
| Category | Recreational |
| Customizable | No |
| External Material | Synthetic Leather, Nylon, Mesh, Velcro |
| Heel & Toe Attachment | Velcro Boot Strap, Bungee Toe Ties |
| Internal Construction | HD Foam |
| Knee & Calf Strapping | Velcro |
| Knee Cradle | Nash Material |
| Knee & Thigh Protection | None |
| Made In | China |
| Pad Break | Single External Break |
| Toe Taper | 80 Degrees |
| Warranty | 90 Days |
| Vaughn Velocity Youth Leg Pad 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.
