Designed for goalies who have just committed to the crease and looking to hone their skills, GSX gear features elite technology at a competitive price point — making it hard for your opponents and easy on your wallet.
Start your goalie journey off strong with the GSX Goalie Pad. Premium technology at a competitive price point make these pads perfect for newer goalies of any age looking to get to know the position and start perfecting their mechanics.
- STABILIFLEX KNEE BLOCK: This Knee Block has been a top-price point Vapor hallmark for several seasons. It features a stiffer knee block than the prior GSX that prevents pad over-rotation and promotes tighter ice seal
- C.O.R.TECH SLIDING CALF PLATE: Easy slide calf plate allows the goalie to move effortlessly in the net
- PRO-INSPIRED DESIGN: Cut-and-Sew construction enhance a pro-inspired design graphic, giving the GSX collection a new, fresh look
| Goalie Leg Pad Size Guide | ||
|---|---|---|
| Player Level | Past Sizing | Pad Size |
| Senior | 32 | Extra Small |
| Senior | 33 | Small |
| Senior | 34 | Medium |
| Senior | 35 | Large |
| Senior | 36 | XL |
| Senior | 37 | XXL |
| Intermediate | 29 | Extra Small |
| Intermediate | 30 | Small |
| Intermediate | 31 | Medium |
| Intermediate | 32 | Large |
| Junior | 24 | Extra Small |
| Junior | 26 | Small |
| Junior | 28 | Medium |
| Junior | 30 | Large |
| Youth | 20 | Small |
| Youth | 22 | Medium |
| Youth | 24 | Large |
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.
Please note that some goalie pad sizes may be shown with a "+X" (i.e 32+1, 33+1.5, etc.). This refers to the thigh rise, which are extra inches of padding added above the knee to provide better net coverage for the goalie, especially when using the butterfly style. This does not affect the original pad size, which still fits your leg as intended.
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
- In your bare feet, place the soft measuring tape at the inside of the bottom of your foot.
- Slightly bend your knee.
- Run the soft measuring tape up your shin, to the middle of your knee.
- 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:
- 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.
- 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.
30-Day Return Policy
We understand it is difficult to determine how a product is going to fit when looking at it on a computer screen or mobile device. Because of this, we’ve simplified our return policy making it easier for you to return or exchange products you’ve bought from SourceforSports.ca and it starts with our no-questions asked 30-Day Return Policy.
If you are unsatisfied with your purchase in any way, you can return unused items in new condition within 30 days after purchase for a full refund.
Clearance items are considered FINAL SALE and are not eligible for return.
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