Log me on automatically each visit     Register Log in to check your private messages Goalie Forum Forum Index » Goalie Equipment Chat New Goalie looking for gear advice Goto page 1, 2, 3, 4  Next   Author Message Scottish College Joined: 12 Nov 2009 Posts: 34 Location: Whistler, B.C Posted: Thu Nov 12, 2009 12:34 am    Post subject: New Goalie looking for gear advice Hey all. Looking for some advice and guidance on which pads would be best for a 5'7" atk 16" and 185 pounds rugby player who is looking to become a new Goalie hahaha I dont want to spend lots of cash obviously. But willing to spend enough on a pair of pads that will last me a more than a few season of occasional/regular Rec league use. Thinking around $350 including shipping to BC or less for 32" / 33" pads. Looking at the moment at a few options. 32" Vaughn V2 or V3 32" Simmons 993 and above 32" Itech 11.8 and above 32" Brian's DX2's Any thoughts or comments would be welcomed. Thanks Scottish puckstopper135 Hall of Fame Joined: 13 Feb 2009 Posts: 1523 Location: Ontario Posted: Thu Nov 12, 2009 2:34 am    Post subject: Vaughn V3s would be good - except they're way more than 350$ shipped. You'd be looking at around 1100$ minimum for the pads. The only Vaughn V2s I found were the vintage style on goaliemonkey.com and even those were 1100$ Simmons is a great choice, but 700$ without taxes and shipping Itech 11.8 I couldn't find any pads for them, although I only did a quick google search. Brian's DX2s Pro Intermediates are 1000$ You've chosen to go for the best pads, which will definitely last a while - but for your budget, they're WAY over. You're either going to have to settle for a lower quality, or fork out more money. You can't be cheap and expect the best quality. Here's some decent ones I found on ebay for you to have a look at: http://cgi.ebay.ca/NEW-Eagle-Sentry-Goalie-33-34-Pads-Gloves_W0QQitemZ300365075784QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_210?hash=item45ef275548#ht_1006wt_1139 http://cgi.ebay.ca/New-TPS-Summit-senior-sr-ice-hockey-Goalie-Pads-32-leg_W0QQitemZ350276440927QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item518e1a535f#ht_1609wt_913 http://cgi.ebay.ca/New-TPS-Summit-senior-sr-ice-hockey-Goalie-Pads-32-leg_W0QQitemZ350276440927QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item518e1a535f#ht_1609wt_913 http://www.goaliemonkey.com/rbk-goalie-legpads-8k-sr.html http://www.goaliemonkey.com/itech-goalie-leg-pads-x-wing-sr-07.html http://www.goaliemonkey.com/itech-goalie-legpads-reflex7elite-sr.html http://www.thegoaliecrease.com/display_product.asp?product_id=2624 Scottish College Joined: 12 Nov 2009 Posts: 34 Location: Whistler, B.C Posted: Thu Nov 12, 2009 3:07 am    Post subject: Used Hey Puck stopper. Thanks for the reply. But the prices you are quoting are for brand new. Im looking for used, hence why i know the price range of each of the pads mentioned that i have found. They are all under the $350, although some are not including shipping. Cheers Scotty HawksGoalie33 Pro Joined: 21 Apr 2008 Posts: 566 Posted: Thu Nov 12, 2009 4:34 am    Post subject: Re: New Goalie looking for gear advice Scottish wrote: 32" Vaughn V2 or V3 32" Simmons 993 and above 32" Itech 11.8 and above 32" Brian's DX2's If you are simply looking to break into the sport any of those pads will do the trick. The 993 leg pads from Simmons I believe had some rotational issues that were addressed in the 994 so maybe keep that in mind. The V2 and V3 pads along with the DX2s are obviously a solid pro level pad. I dont know much about the 11.8's but my understanding of them is to be a decent pad, with the 12.8 being their top of the line?? _________________ you're only as good as your last save itechwarrior Hall of Fame Joined: 06 Nov 2008 Posts: 1120 Location: Surrey, BC Posted: Thu Nov 12, 2009 1:40 pm    Post subject: Re: New Goalie looking for gear advice HawksGoalie33 wrote: I dont know much about the 11.8's but my understanding of them is to be a decent pad, with the 12.8 being their top of the line?? 4.8 - Xwings - Crap 7.8 - Xwings - Minimum level of quality 12.8 - Xwings - What you really should be saving your pennies for... --- 11.8 is reserved for their XFactor set, which is 12", and not of the best quality from what I've seen. Made in China. puckstopper135 Hall of Fame Joined: 13 Feb 2009 Posts: 1523 Location: Ontario Posted: Thu Nov 12, 2009 6:32 pm    Post subject: Re: Used Scottish wrote: Hey Puck stopper. Thanks for the reply. But the prices you are quoting are for brand new. Im looking for used, hence why i know the price range of each of the pads mentioned that i have found. They are all under the $350, although some are not including shipping. Cheers Scotty Where the hell are you finding V3 pads for under 350$??? I'd be all over them. My current ones I bought used (1 year) for 750$ puckstopper135 Hall of Fame Joined: 13 Feb 2009 Posts: 1523 Location: Ontario Posted: Thu Nov 12, 2009 6:33 pm    Post subject: Oh I guess maybe the V3 7400s not the 7500? Scottish College Joined: 12 Nov 2009 Posts: 34 Location: Whistler, B.C Posted: Fri Nov 13, 2009 2:54 am    Post subject: VVvvvv I think they were V3 7200's or somethign like that. Dude was in Texas was sellign them, but due to complications the deal fell trough, so now on the look again! I have looked on Kajji and a few other places, and found all the pads I mentioned for under $350. I even found one guy selling a custom V2 set with matching blocker and glove for $300 but was already sold. If ya look you will find, or go cross eyed and see things that aren't there!! lol Cheers Scottish College Joined: 12 Nov 2009 Posts: 34 Location: Whistler, B.C Posted: Fri Nov 13, 2009 2:58 am    Post subject: Hawks Golaie Thanks for the Info on the 993's and 994's. I havent got a clue what will suit me till I get on the ice and try some out, shame there is no place you can try befor eyou buy kinda thing! that way you can get the feel etc. Most of the stores I have been to only carry one or two pads, and mostly RBK or NIKE so have to find the more speciality stores in the city to find something. Last edited by Scottish on Fri Nov 13, 2009 3:40 am; edited 1 time in total Scottish College Joined: 12 Nov 2009 Posts: 34 Location: Whistler, B.C Posted: Fri Nov 13, 2009 3:11 am    Post subject: Puck stopper V2 7000 - $300 Custom Simmons 993 - B/O around $250 was offered previously ITECH X-FACTOR - Not sure of model though, and waiting on reply - $300 V2's 7070 - $300 TPS Xceed II Pro - $225 V2 7000 - $350 MATRIX 3 PADS - $300 HawksGoalie33 Pro Joined: 21 Apr 2008 Posts: 566 Posted: Fri Nov 13, 2009 4:09 am    Post subject: This is a complete Simmons UL5 set for $350 http://www.goalie-equipment-world.com/viewtopic.php?f=12&t=2294 Scottish wrote: V2 7000 - $300 Custom Simmons 993 - B/O around $250 was offered previously V2's 7070 - $300 V2 7000 - $350 As I mentioned before the 993 had complaints of rotation problems and a few minor things... good pads but the 994s are said to be a lot better. When it comes to Vaughn full numbers like 7000 are Sr. sizing, and anything in between like 7040 or 7070 is a intermediate or junior sizing. If you are trying to find out what a good deal is surf the web. Look at classified on GSBB, look at eBay or simply google for sales in Kijiji or Craigs. See what other people are charging for the same pads in various stages of condition and see how it compares to the ones you are thinking of buying. _________________ you're only as good as your last save Last edited by HawksGoalie33 on Fri Nov 13, 2009 4:14 am; edited 1 time in total Scottish College Joined: 12 Nov 2009 Posts: 34 Location: Whistler, B.C Posted: Fri Nov 13, 2009 4:13 am    Post subject: thanks Thansk for the link...... Sadly they are 36's and I am after 32's. I have tried 36's before and they are tooo big. I need 32/33 at most I reckon! Im just a short arse rememeber! hahaha B1otter College Joined: 20 Feb 2009 Posts: 48 Posted: Fri Nov 13, 2009 2:23 pm    Post subject: Wow, Hawks, those are a good find! Yeah, Scottish won't fit into those though! Scottish, try on some 34"s, let me know how they feel. If you fit into them, I have some V2s with enough life left in 'em for extremely cheap! Like in the $150.00 range. _________________ 6'1" 185 lbs. Eddy Ultimate GT Helmet RBK Xpulse 6.0 C/A Itech RX9 pro pants Brian's DX2 pads Vaughn Vision 5500 glove/blocker CCM 652 Pro tacks itechwarrior Hall of Fame Joined: 06 Nov 2008 Posts: 1120 Location: Surrey, BC Posted: Fri Nov 13, 2009 2:32 pm    Post subject: I'd almost consider those, but if they're a vaughn remake, they won't fit me. B1otter College Joined: 20 Feb 2009 Posts: 48 Posted: Fri Nov 13, 2009 2:54 pm    Post subject: Honestly, the knee is only about an inch shorter than my 36" Brian's pads. They do run a bit big... I'm just not putting them officially up for sale, because every year, a city by me makes an outdoor rink, and I'd rather not risk my Brian's on outside ice, so I'll strap on the V2s. They have been amazing pads for me though. Incredibly durable! _________________ 6'1" 185 lbs. 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