Vaughn SLR4 Youth Goalie Equipment Combo [Special Edition]

Vaughn SLR4 Youth Goalie Leg Pads – Special Edition

New for 2024 is the newest version of the popular Ventus SLR line from Vaughn.  Goalies Plus will provide our customer base another Special Edition version of the Ventus SLR line in youth sizes.  We will have six unique color patterns available.

The Vaughn SLR4 is called a Youth size by Vaughn, we feel that this pad is more of a hybrid of a youth and junior pad.  Compared to other youth goalie leg pads on the market today, the Vaughn SLR4 is a much higher quality.  This pad has a pre-molded s-shape which allows a goalie to maximize their butterfly coverage.  This is a true goalie leg pad, not just a piece of foam with a channel cut out for the legs. This series is built to a higher standard than many junior pads on the goalie market today.

The Youth SLR4 also has the Quick Slide material on the inside of the pad which is a huge upgrade compared to other traditional “youth” pads that are generally a nylon or a cheap synthetic leather.  Along with the quick slide material, the inner edge is made of a high-density foam which allows a young goalie to properly develop butterfly techniques.  Another reason we feel that this is a youth/junior goalie leg pad is the sizing.  The Vaughn SLR4 Youth pad comes in 22+2, 24+2 and 26+2 sizes.  The 26+2 is not generally a youth size, this is generally a junior size.

We have seen some parents have hesitation on the SLR youth line because of the +2 sizing in the thigh rise.  The pad itself is not a true +2 across the sizes.  The 22+2 has a smaller thigh rise than the 24+2 (and the same from the 24+2 to the 26+2).  So, when you are looking at the SLR4 Youth pad, please note that the +2 sizing is proportionate to the size of the pad and not a generic standard.

If you have a goalie that is in between youth and junior, the SLR4 is the perfect pad.  The Ventus SLR4 is also great for the parent looking for a high-end youth goalie pad as well.

Vaughn SLR4 Youth Special Edition Leg Pad Colors:

• Vintage Tan & Black
• Red & Black
• White, Black & Sport Gold
• Black, Orange & White
• Royal Blue & Red
• All White with Black Trim

Vaughn SLR4 Youth Special Edition Leg Pads Features:

• Model Year: 2024
• Special Edition Spec: Six unique colors schemes
• New style and graphics
• Internal foam core optimized for younger goaltenders
• Full flat front blocking surface
• Solid outside roll with beveled profile shape
• Flat inner edge with higher density foam
• Tall graphic has split front face and graphic stripes
• Bungee cord toe attachment
• Quick-slide inside edge material
• Wide knee cradle with angled adjustable strap
• Deeper inner knee side panel for added balance and coverage
• Firm front pad surface for more active puck response
• Tapered outer edge on knee cradle for added pad rotation
• Rotation control strap
• Very light weight with thinner side profile
• Pre shaped pad structure for precision fit
• Available in sizes 22+2″, 24+2″, 26+2″

Vaughn SLR4 Youth Goalie Catch Glove – Special Edition

New for 2024 is the Vaughn SLR4 Youth goalie catch glove. Gone is the Ventus name and moving forward, this line will be referred to as SLR4 (not Ventus SLR4).

The SLR4 Youth line is a mix of a youth and junior in our opinion.  The quality and spec are much better than any other youth glove line on the market today.  For goalies wearing junior pads but feel that the corresponding junior blocker and gloves are too big, the SLR4 youth line is a perfect alternative.  The quality of the SLR4 youth glove is more than capable of working as a smaller junior catch glove.  Therefore, we consider this to be a very high-end youth glove, or a smaller junior catch glove based on what a smaller goalie would need.

The Vaughn SLR4 youth glove features a deep single t pocket with our Special Edition skate lace pocket.  Compared to other youth catch gloves on the market today, a young goalie can actually catch pucks with this glove.  The level of protection in the palm of the SLR4 youth glove is much higher than other youth gloves (which again is why we say it can be used as a small junior glove).  The solid cuff design provides additional wrist stability and maximizes surface coverage.  The SLR4 youth catch glove has most of the features of the SPR4 junior glove, just in a smaller size.

Vaughn SLR4 Youth Goalie Catch Glove Features:

• Model Year: 2024
• Special Edition: Six unique color schemes
• Large front catch profile for an open pocket area
• Wide and extra deep T-web pocket for puck retention
• Molded front thumb, back, thumb, and palm section for added shape and performance
• Neoprene flex inner hand for glove control
• Positive grip inner hand base
• Padded wrist strap with increased adjustment
• Fingertip deflecting rail
• Easy close construction
• Flared back cuff for increased wrist movement
• Heat moldable for custom fit and quicker break-in
• Notched heel for stick placement while shooting
• Adjustable wrist strap
• Regular – Glove goes on left hand
• Full Right – Glove goes on right hand

Vaughn SLR4 Youth Goalie Blocker – Special Edition

New for 2024 is the Vaughn SLR4 Youth goalie blocker. Gone is the Ventus name and moving forward, this line will be referred to as SLR4 (not Ventus SLR4). The Vaughn SLR4 blocker features many of the specs that the majority of goalies prefer.  This blocker can be used by either a hybrid or butterfly style goalie. The SLR4 youth blocker is extremely light weight and well balanced.  The Vaughn SLR4 blocker is a youth blocker with all the features of a junior blocker.  An air cushioned backhand protects the goalie’s wrist and back of hand.  Full finger protection on the SLR4 youth blocker is rarely seen in other youth blockers.  A high-quality palm allows the goalie to have optimal stick feel while being durable.

The SLR4 Youth line is a mix of a youth and junior in our opinion.  The quality and spec are much better than any other youth line on the market today.  For goalies wearing junior pads but feel that the corresponding junior blocker and gloves are too big, the SLR4 youth line is a perfect alternative.  The quality of this blocker is more than capable of working as a smaller junior blocker.  Therefore, we consider this to be a very high-end youth blocker, or a smaller junior blocker based on what a smaller goalie needs.

Vaughn SLR4 Youth Goalie Blocker Features:

• Model Year: 2024
• Special Edition: Six unique color schemes
• Angled top blocking board
• Air cushioned back hand shock pad
• Full finger protection
• Full side shield hand protection
• Index finger side guard
• Tapered bottom edge for paddle down movements
• Tapered top board for added wrist movement
• Adjustable wrist strap
• High quality VX suede palm for durability and feel
• Flex cuff design
• Regular – Blocker goes on the right hand
• Full Right – Blocker goes on the left hand