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I would say yes. It’s stiff to start, but really softens up once it gets going and keeps its shape a lot better than the 2F.

The sidewall of the blocker is a thin piece, so over time it has started to flex in, especially closer to the wrist. For how thin it is, it’s got some stiffness to it. There’s a lot of space between the sidewall and the thumb and wrist areas, so that’s where it’s flexing and “falling in”

@ cool I might get the Mach or this. I still have the Reebok larceny and the 6 hole coverage was great and it’s hard to find a replacement tbh

I personally have really enjoyed the slide of these pads, but it is pretty generic for other pads within a similar price range, so to some that's just not good enough. One of the factors that will make a noticeable difference is how stiff the pad is on the part that goes on the ice. I have gotten stuck mid-slide, but I've also had that happen in my Bauer X5 Pro's, so I can't say if it's a problem with either set of pads or if it's just the ice. Glad you liked the review!

Thanks fam!

Absolutely! Not talked about as much as it should be I feel like

My biggest issue with the Mark 2F has always been it's warping and durability. I would say that the Weapon X is a very good option for durability and shape retention, but it is 1. heavy, and 2. thicc. I wasn't as interested in how stiff it is and how much work is needed to make it softer. I have found the both the Burn FO Recovery and Burn FOrmula have proven to be very durable. My Recovery is well over a year old and has seen regular use and the FOrmula is looking like it will continue down that path. The FOrmula is pretty soft once worked and I'd say the flex will feel somewhat similar to the 2F in both shape and how much power is needed (while adding the option for some faceflex as well). The most important thing will be maintenance (ie. softball, occasional flexing back to shape). in order to keep this head rolling and keeping it consistent. Hope that helps!

They are in fact narrower! At the knee, the intermediate True Catalyst 7x3 pads are 10 inches across the face. I went ahead and compared these to my intermediate-sized Bauer X5 Pro pads and those are also 10 inches across at the knee!! Hope this helps!

Since I use the pads at most 2-3 times a week, overall I'd say the glove has held us well. I personally haven't felt that many stingers. Like you're gonna feel some shots, but they're not going to be true stingers.

Currently my Warrior Ritual M3 is a 26" and my Bauer Agent is a 25". Kinda like to bounce between the two lengths since they're pretty close.

Of course! Glad you liked it!

Like any knee protection is better than none, but yeah probably still going to hurt quite a bit. Never thought about using volleyball knee pads before!

@@ChikenMastr it’s supposed to act as a cushion between the knee and the proper goalie knee pads

@@GuillaumeBellemare Even good kneepads kinda suck as it pertains to landing comfort. Most knees will protect though. Wearing additional padding underneath adds height, stability and comfort. Will never do without.

Thanks!

Yeah the camera is pretty small there in the net lol Love to see someone else out at the rink!

That’s an interesting question. I don’t exactly know for sure, but I will say that having the stick blade facing the correct way helps with redirecting shots that are low on the ice. I have seen some people put the butt end of the stick in the T of their glove with the blade backwards to achieve a familiar feeling when playing the puck. I don’t think there’s an official ruling, but using the stick as intended has more benefits, but if you really think it’ll help then I can’t stop ya lol Hope that helps!

@@ChikenMastr oh ya no I'm sure using it the correct way is way better. I just remember when I was playing (trying to get back into it, just need the gloves and I'm solid😁) thinking "why don't I just use a left handed goalie stick so I can actually play the puck well?" 😂. Never did but its always been in the back of my mind. If there's not an actual rule and I can find a used stick for cheap enough I might give it a shot when I'm back out on the ice. Kinda experiment and weigh out the pros and cons. If nothing just for the fun of it.

I guess I haven’t really tried to touch my head much with these. I’d agree that mine are on the bulkier side. Battle as old as time between more mobility and less protection vs more protection and less mobility.

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Thanks buddy!!

First thing: have some confidence in yourself and your craft. Push yourself and I know you can get there! I’d say make a bet with them. Make JV and they owe you a head! I do like the Weapon X. It’s a tough, consistent head. If you like stiffer head then I’d say it’s perfect. I would also check out the natural version of you want a softer head built with the same features. For your other question: I regularly use the Burn FOs and Duel 3. Some of the heads in the video have broken (weapon X and Duel). I’ve gone through a lot of heads trying to find the perfect one for me. Some just aren’t for me as much as others, but I keep them around every once in a while.

@@ChikenMastr that means a lot that you responded thank you

Of course!

Right?? Our gear is just the best anyways!

@@ChikenMastr very true

Got em new! Fear not, the black Bauers are still around!

@@ChikenMastr good to hear!

Yeah lol. Had it off to work on my mask.

I would start with how you feel about the L12’s. If you’re a big fan I would point you more to the Catalyst line (which I have a video on coming soon). I would you to try them out on yourself at a shop to really get a feel and compare.

@@ChikenMastr right, i love them but im not a ride or die type of guy so i don’t mind changing it up. i just dont know if its a big jump coming from them

You’re definitely going to notice a difference for sure. Bauer has a different feel to their pads and are going to be a lot lighter.

I started out with some old set of Boddams and yea those were a pain. Pads really have come a long way! Yeah the double cup is more important than some people might realize

Hello there!

It was a good skate for sure! I’m super in the Agent stick and will never be able to go back to my other sticks lol The Shoresy jersey has to be one of my favorites for sure! Been doing the goalie thing just about 2 years now and I’ve been loving every second of it!

@@ChikenMastr that's awesome! Definitely enjoy the goalie content. That's an expensive stick to fall in love with lol. Hope it lasts you a good long time. Been enjoying your videos. Keep after it!!

Praying it lasts with each shot it eats! Glad you like the goalie content and thanks for the support!

@@ChikenMastr you are welcome

Learning from past mistakes 😂