The Goalie Pads Worn by Seattle Kraken Netminders
Like most other goalies, the very first thing I thought of when I saw the jerseys for the Seattle Kraken was, “those will make for
Category: Goalie Gear Talk
A List of Goalie Gear Modifications
Ever wonder about all the possible goalie gear modifications a goalie can do? There are thousands of ways goalies modify their gear and in this
The Lundy Loop
The “Lundy Loop”is a modification to a pair of goalie skates, made famous by former professional goalie Henrik Lundqvist. Many people incorrectly assume that the
How To Pick The Best Youth Goalie Chest Protector
Chest protectors fall into two categories. Those that are built for higher level goalies, and those that are not. This article is a part of
Help! How Do I Fix Ripped Goalie Pads?
With the technology behind goalie pads edging closer and closer to actual thin air lightweight-ness (looking at you, Bauer HyperLite, Bauer UltraSonic). In this guide,
Bauer HyperLite Goalie Pads Review + Everything We Know
Bauer goalie continues to push the envelope of what is possible between the pipes. New for 2021, we’re introduced to the Bauer Vapor HyperLite Goalie
Thatcher Demko Switches from Brian’s to CCM
What pads does Thatcher Demko wear? For years, if you answered Brian’s, you would’ve been correct. Until now. Thatcher Demko officially wears CCM E Flex
Lefevre L.4.1 Goalie Pads Review
Welcome to my review of the Lefevre L.4.1 goalie pads. Lefevre (if you do not know) recently has parted ways with CCM. In the past
All of Lefevre Goalie Pads Reviewed
As you probably have heard, Lefevre has “released” four new pairs of goalie pads this year. Technically speaking, these pads aren’t all designed and created
True Lefevre L20.1 Goalie Pads
Editors Note: the latest iteration of True Lefevre goalie pads is the recently debuted True L20.2 pads. In September of 2020, True Hockey announced that
The History of Hockey Goalie Gear
In this article, we’re talking about the history of goalie gear. We have a separate section of our website dedicated specifically to goalie equipment reviews.
Juuse Saros Complete Goalie Gear Guide
Juuse Saros is currently one of the two starting goalies for the Nashville Predators. During the 2020 the play-ins, Saros was wearing the newest lineup
Elvis Merzlikins: Complete Gear Guide And Career
Elvis Merzlikins burst into the NHL during the 2020 hockey season. After Bobrovsky left the Bluejackets, the main concern was the goaltending situation. Well as
Pro or Senior for Goalie Gear?
What’s the difference in pro vs. senior when it comes to goalie pads? The major difference between Pro-level and Senior-level goalie pads is more often
Bauer Supreme UltraSonic Pads In Depth Review
Today, we’re taking an in depth review of the Bauer Supreme UltraSonic goalie pads. While as of the Spring of 2021, there’s a new kid
Best Goalie Pants
Goalie pants are one of those pieces of equipment that really aren’t that exciting, but at the same time, they shouldn’t be overlooked. If the
The Butterfly in Goaltending
The butterfly. This one word is responsible for everything in goaltending past the early 2000s. And we do mean, everything. From the goalie training methods
Warrior Goalie Gear in the NHL
Do any NHL goalies wear Warrior goalie gear? Why isn’t Warrior goalie gear worn in the NHL? These are valid questions that we get asked
Sergei Bobrovsky Pads
Sergei Bobrovsky has been a polarizing goalie in the NHL in recent years. From his time with the Avalanche to a stint with Columbus and
Best Goalie Masks (for protection) 2024
Searching for a new goalie helmet? You’ve come to the right place. The team at Goalie Coaches has put together a best goalie mask buyers
Mike Smith’s Edmonton Oilers CCM P2 Gear
For the 2019/2020 season Mike Smith is debuting a rocking set of Oilers colored CCM P2 pads. The gear is unbelievable in it’s simple yet
Collin Delia’s 2019 Chicago Blackhawks Mask
It’s been awhile since we’ve written a mask feature on our website, but with our recent top goalie masks article, we’re planning on releasing more
Andrei Vasilevskiy’s New Bauer 2X Gear
It’s happening. Juusi Saros switches to all yellow gear. Then, Casey DeSmith. Andrei Vasilevskiy was spotted wearing a dark blue set of Bauer’s new 2X
Craig Andersons New GNETIK IV Pads
Ottawa Senators goalie Craig Anderson updated his 2018 / 2019 gear setup to the stock graphic offered by Brian’s on their new GNETIK IV line.
Devan Dubnyk’s 2018 / 2019 Minnesota Wild Gear
Devan Dubnyk wears Bauer 2S pads. Each year, he has continued to upgrade his gear with the latest that Bauer’s digital printing has to offer
Devan Dubnyk’s 2018 / 2019 Minnesota Wild Mask
New for the 2018 – 2019 NHL season, Devan Dubnyk is debuting a couple of masks. Devan Dubnyk wears a Bauer NME VTX mask, typically
Devan Dubnyk 2019 All Star Game Gear
Devan Dubnyk, goalie for the Minnesota Wild, represented the Minnesota Wild at the 2019 NHL All Star Game. The 2019 All Star Game was a
Best Youth Goalie Masks (for the protection)
Have a youth goalie? Whether your goalie is just getting started, or maybe a bit more experienced (but not yet ready for a pro level
Goalie Mask Painting Ideas
Hockey goalie mask designs are some of the most creative pieces of artwork on the planet. From designs that appear simple, yet reveal detail like
Mike Smiths Mike Vernon Calgary Flames Tribute Mask
Mike Smith has officially broken the goalie internet with his latest goalie mask for the 2018 / 19 NHL season. Smith had his mask painter,
Pekka Rinne’s Goalie Helmet for the 2018 2019 Season
Pekka Rinne is one of the most polarizing goaltenders on the planet, not named Henrik Lundqvist. Rinne did, after all, win the Vezina Trophy during
Garret Sparks Goalie Gear Worn Throughout His Career
Garret Sparks is one of the most polarizing figures in the goalie gear space, period. Up until the 2018 / 2019 NHL season, Sparks hasn’t
Bauer Vapor 2X Chest Protector Review + Everything We Know
It’s the best time of year to be a goalie. Well, best for your dreams, worst for your pocket book. It’s the “new gear” time
New NHL Spec Chest Protectors for 2018 2019
Year after year, the NHL continues to try to reduce the size of the goaltenders equipment. Most recently, we saw a reduction in the size
Devan Dubnyks New Bauer 2S Gear for the 2018 / 19 NHL Season
Devan Dubnyk, one of the top netminders for Bauer Goalie, has not failed to impress since Bauer came out with their custom digital printing option
Andrew Hammond’s Bauer 2S Gear for 2018/2019 NHL Season
Andrew Hammond was recently signed by the Minnesota Wild and should compete for the backup position during the 18/19 NHL season. He wasted no time
Jamie Phillips Switches from CCM to Bauer 2S Gear
As first broke by @goaliegearnerd on Instagram, Winnipeg Jets goalie prospect Jamie Phillips will be making the switch to Bauer 2S gear for the upcoming
Jake Oettinger’s New Bauer 2S Gear for the 2018/2019 Season
Dallas Stars 2017 first rounder and current Boston University goaltender Jake Oettinger will debut a flashy new set of Bauer 2S gear for the 2018/19
Ben Ferrell’s New Vaughn VE8 Set
With the end of most seasons, new gear is starting to flow in as goalies start their summer training programs. Ben Ferrell (@benferr20) worked with
Anders Lindbacks New CCM E Flex 3 Gear
With one of (in our humble opinion) the best looking color schemes in professional hockey, the Milwaukee Admirals hockey team offers quite the canvas for
Jimmy Howard Wearing Bauer 2S?
Similar to the Warrior Ritual CR1 stick this season, the movement of NHL goaltenders and up and coming goalies alike to Bauer 2S / Vapor
Spencer Martin’s New Bauer 2S Colorado Avalanche Set
It seems like just yesterday that Spencer Martin dropped a new set using Bauer’s digital printing tech. Actually, it was a month ago (roughly), when
A Goalie Coaches Themed Mask Painted by Grangroth Graphics
Goalie Coaches has been wearing a Bauer NME VTX Helmet for our on ice Bauer Development Series. With an idea in mind, we approached Nate
Mike DiPietro’s New Bauer 2S Set
The string of incredible setups being dropped at what feels like a now daily pace continues. Michael DiPietro, goaltender for the Windsor Spitfires of the
Justin Fazio’s New Bauer 2S Set
Justin Fazio, longtime goaltender for the Sarnia Sting of the Ontario Hockey League, is well known for his gear prowess. He recently debuted a new
Robin Lehner’s New Brian’s OPTIK Gear
It’s been quite the season gear wise for Robin Lehner. From brand to brand it seems he has bounced around quite a bit this year,
Jacob Markstrom’s New Bauer Vapor 1X Pads
Jacob Markstrom, goaltender for the Vancouver Canucks, has upgraded the graphic on his Bauer Vapor 1X gear. Jacob Markstrom’s New Bauer Vapor 1X Pads Markstrom
Warrior Ritual CR1 Goalie Stick Review
Just 3-5 years ago, composite goalie sticks were almost unheard of in the NHL. Up until this point, goalies used wooden or foam core sticks.
Bauer 2S Goalie Stick Review: Everything We Know
Following the incredible success of the Bauer 1S, the Bauer 2S goalie stick is now available to the general public. We’ve been testing the Bauer
Spencer Martin’s San Antonio Rampage Bauer 2S Pads
In what’s sure to be one of the quickest growing trends related to goalie pads, another goalie dropped photos of their digitally printed Bauer pads
Jordan Kooy’s Custom Vaughn V7 Pads for London Knights
Jordan Kooy is making a strong case for set of the year in the Ontario Hockey League. Although the Vaughn VE8 line of gear was
Mathieu Bellemare’s Vaughn VE8 Setup
Mathieu Bellemare, goalie for the Shawinigan Cataractes of the QMJHL, is currently debuting one of the best looking Vaughn VE8 sets we’ve seen to date.
