Goalies Plus is now providing detailed sizing based on your measurements. We want to provide you a better understanding of how to accurately measure yourself for your next set of goalie pads, as we understand proper fitment is crucial.
The first thing you need to understand is that no two goalie pads fit the same – even within the same manufacturer. We can take every model goalie pad: the overall size and knee cradle location will be slightly different. Most times these sizes are very close, side-by-side, however in some instances they can be quite a bit different. There are many variables that change how a goalie pad will fit, such as:
We have read other “big box store” guides that state measuring ankle bone to knee cap and “double it” is the ideal method. Well it is not that easy – therefore we took it upon ourselves to give you an option to contact us with your size and the goalie pad you’re interested in, and we’ll give you the best sizing for you.
Please note, +1 and +2 sizing in goalie pads means an extra inch or two has been added to the top of the pad (the thigh rise) to increase 5-hole coverage in the butterfly position and does not impact the sizing.
The key measurement in fitting any goalie pad is:
This should be done by using a tape measure with the goalie’s legs shoulder-width apart and slightly bent. This measurement should be taken on the outside of the leg. Please supply us with this measurement (in inches) in the form.
If your ankle bone to knee cap measurement is correct, we have found that you have a very high chance the pad will be a great fit. If your ankle bone to knee cap does not fit the goalie pad, your knee will either be above or below the knee cradle, meaning the pad and goalie can not properly function together.
