Vaughn Velocity V9 Junior Goalie Leg Pads – Double Break Special Edition

Vaughn Velocity V9 Junior Goalie Leg Pads – Double Break Special Edition

Double Break Version Exclusive to Goalie Plus: Goalies Plus is proud to be the only current USA dealer with a double break option on the Vaughn Velocity V9 goalie pads with exclusive custom colors.  With the tremendous success of our VE8 Double Break pads, we have moved forward with the V9 double break option in 2020. So what does the double break feature really mean?  Well we will start from the beginning, the Vaughn Velocity has always been the bench mark for hybrid goalie pads in the hockey industry.  Starting with the original Vaughn Velocity line back in the early 2000’s through the Velocity V7’s, the Velocity has always been a double break pad (double break defined as a break in the vertical roll above and below the knee).  At Goalies Plus we felt is was necessary to offer this option because of the functional aspect the double break provides.  It is our opinion that when a goalie is selecting a Velocity goal pad, they are choosing it because it has softer, more flexible feel which a hybrid goalie prefers.  The softer and flexible feel allows the pad to flex more as the goalie moves in and out of a variety of movements and techniques.

The double break allows for increased flexibility and greater lateral flex (more independent flexibility of the pad – top, middle and bottom).  By having more lateral flex in the pads, the goalie has greater control and more natural movements compared to a stiffer version.  Another reason we went with the double break was the increase coverage in the butterfly technique.  A hybrid goalie considers themselves a hybrid for many reasons; size, mobility, body limitations, etc.  A very common characteristic of a hybrid goalie is a narrow to medium width butterfly technique.  Since a hybrid goalie will still utilize the butterfly technique, it is important that the pad can do its part.  By having the double break on the pads, even a narrow width goalie can still perform a butterfly technique with full closure.  Without the additional break in the pad, there is a  possibility that the hybrid goalie will leave a gap in their five hole because the pads will not wrap around enough and seal the five hole area.  We felt at Goalies Plus that is is much better to have the double break and not need it then to need the double break and not have it.  For a wide butterfly goalie that wants a Velocity pad, the single break would be the better option however it is our opinion that a greater majority of hybrid goalies prefer having a double break.

As for the features of the Velocity V9 leg pads, a lot has changed from the VE8 version.  The major difference compared to the previous generation is the active rebound benefit on the face of the Velocity V9.  Vaughn has made the foams in the V9 more active and therefore the puck will rebound off the face of the pad with more energy.

Some other new features on the Velocity V9 leg pads are the addition of Quick Slide material on all stock models.  The Quick Slide material was a huge success on the Vaughn Ventus SLR2 goalie leg pads and is now a stock option on the Velocity V9.  The Quick Slide material greatly increases side to side movement and makes bad third period ice feel like a fresh clean sheet of ice.  Vaughn has also widened the leg channel of the Velocity V9 and extended the wrap around protection on the back of the legs.  The knee landing area on the Velocity V9 has been lengthened. This helps provide a second level of coverage in the butterfly position and is especially helpful for shots that squeeze through the thigh rise while making a save using the butterfly technique.  The lengthened blocks seal nicely behind the thigh rise and seal up these types of situations.

Vaughn Velocity V9 Junior Goalie Leg Pads – Double Break Special Edition Features:

• Model Year: 2020
• Goalies Plus Special Edition Double Break
• Goalies Plus special color schemes
• Firmer front surface gives more active rebound
• Quick slide material on inner pad edge
• Bottom trim with quick slide material
• Wide inner leg cradle with wider shape
• Extended back leg coverage
• Lower profile outside roll with single break style
• Plus 2” thigh rise with square shaped inside edge
• Thinner outside panel profile for less bulk
• Pre-curved shape for precise shape
• New inner knee cradle pad is adjustable
• Two-way adjustable knee cradle strap
• Wider inner knee landing surface
• Three knee roll design
• Inner core is more rebound active for 2020
• Scoop bend with easier flex
• Outer knee cradle pad is adjustable or removable
• Reinforced instep over skate

Choosing the correct size for a young goalie

Parents have a difficult job when purchasing new goalie pads for a younger goalie. They want to get the best gear they can to help their child fulfill their potential. They also don’t want gear that the goalie will grow out of right away. Finding that balance can be very difficult, however the goalie manufactures do a very nice job keeping most youth, junior and intermediate goalie pads on par with each other price wise and generally quality wise. You will not see wildly different price ranges in these three younger categories. The decision of what goalie pad to buy really comes down to what type of goalie they are and their particular style of play. Most hybrid goalies – meaning goalies that tend to make saves with several different methods and techniques generally like goalie pads with extra breaks and knee rolls on the face of the pad. This allows the pad to be more flexible and move with the goalie easier in these different motions. Most butterfly oriented goalies tend to like flat face pads which tend to be more stiff and help utilize the butterfly technique. Although the butterfly is not a style of play but rather a technique, goalies are generally categorized as a butterfly goalie if they use this method on the majority of saves they make. These simple suggestions can go a long way in determining what type of pad to purchase for a young goalie.