What size goalie pads do I need 6 2?

What size goalie pads do I need 6 2?

What size goalie pads should somebody who is 6 feet tall wear? We recommend nothing less than a 34+1 sized pad. You’ll be the most comfortable in a 35+1 or a 36+1. Some folks who get used to a larger pad at a young age like to go as high as a 37+1 sized leg pad.

Do NHL goalies wear hockey socks?

> Goalies do not typically have to wear hockey socks. Often track pants are more comfortable and less likely to bunch up under their pads. > Goalies sweat a lot so a good dry-wick t-shirt is recommended.

What chest protector Do NHL goalies use?

A high percentage of NHL goalies are using Vaughn chest protectors. The SLR2 Pro Carbon chesty is one of the most popular. It’s highly protective with carbon strips implemented throughout the padding. The carbon is very good at reducing the impact of pucks while also keeping the chest protector very lightweight.

What’s the difference between intermediate and senior goalie pads?

Senior size leg pads are 11 inches wide. Intermediate leg pads are typically between 10 and 10¾ inches. Junior pads are around 9 or 10 inches wide, while youth/beginner pads are even narrower. Taking the pads out for a skate before you buy can help ensure that it’s the right fit.

Why do they call it the 5 hole?

The reason for naming this location “five” comes from Canadian bowling, which uses 5 pins, the centermost of which is worth 5 points, and is often called the “5 pin”. When the 5-pin is knocked down without hitting any other pins, it leaves a hole right in the middle, which is called a “5 hole”.

Can a goalie score a goal?

A goalkeeper is able to score from a goal kick. A goal kick is similar to other set pieces that are in the game, such as a free kick, corner or penalty. The Laws of the Game also permits a goal being scored directly from a goal kick. As such, it is perfectly legal for a goalkeeper to score from a goal kick!