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@@BeerLeagueGoalieGodfather both arms and torso change between sizes. Some people opt to go custom and get different size body and arms i.e. Large body/medium arms. If you’re stuck with stock sizing, I’d go more off torso since the arms can be adjusted somewhat. As far as it fitting in a jersey, I wouldn’t worry about it. The overall mass of the unit isn’t really bigger than others, it’s the shape of it and how it’s constructed that gives it more of a squared off boxy shape.

@@L7spider thanks so much for the quick reply!

@@maytherealwaysbepeace first, are we talking about the SLR 3 Pro or the Pro Carbon. Because the Pro is a lower level unit. The Pro Carbon is what would compete with the Hyperlite 2. I did a video on the SLR 3 Pro Carbon if you want to watch that to get my opinion on it. For me, the choice is easily the Bauer Hyperlite 2. Awesome mobility and protection.

Yes, I meant the carbon version. and yes, I watched your video and understood everything. Thank you! I will continue to follow your CZcams : robot goalkeeper ✌️😉 I'm also leaning towards Bauer Hyperlite 2🙏

@@gv4156 no issues for me.

I’m 5’11, but you shouldn’t go by overall height. ATK (ankle to knee) measurement is the best way to figure out your size. I’m a 17.5 ATK.

@@L7spider Thank you, definitely gonna measure my my ATK!

You could use either. It would be more a personal choice. I prefer medium in Mach (5’11 170) and large in Hyperlite 2. I also don’t tuck. Not sure why you think the Hyperlite 2 would be an issue for your jerseys, but the Mach is the bulkier of the two units.

@@L7spider thank you!!

You do have to hold it differently depending on where you want the pocket positioned. For me it’s mainly just the feel of my hand in the glove though. A 590 (60°) is the only thing that feels natural to me.

Thanks for getting back so quick!, I'll keep trying it... I have a hunter shepard set that I don't want to break up.... I'm at the age where I just want to look good for pickup and beer league subbing lol Yes very weird glove, and I had no idea what the angle was. Thanks for the video!

If you get the soft build V10’s, they bend pretty easily. Not much force needed. As far as how it compares to V7’s, it’s been so long since I’ve had V7’s that it’s hard for me to say. It’s definitely in the same ballpark.

As I say in the video, this specific set belonged to my friend and he let me try it. So there was no money involved from me. If you watch my Catalyst 9x3 review, you will see more I like about it. With the catalyst pads it was a matter of the sliding material that comes on their stock pad that really ruined the experience for me. I keep trying True because I feel like they are so close to making something I might really like, so it makes me curious to try their new products.

I would go with a medium for you.

@@L7spider thanks.

8 weeks

@@L7spider nice, 5 more weeks left for mine then 😭, trying out the two piece blocker

Single break

I don’t know about bigger per say, but I’d say the Mach is a little more squared off in the shoulders while the HL2 is a little more form fitting. I’d say the Mach presents bigger, at least.

Size large and I’m 5’11.

Thank you! Do you feel a size medium could have helped with combating the bulkiness? I’m 5,11 as well and tried on the small and actually liked it but felt I could go larger just didn’t want to make the huge jump to large.

@@pierrehenripauillac7506 I don’t think so. I had worn large in previous SLR units and also the bulkiness didn’t feel like a size issue, just a padding issue. I am very much a mobility first type guy so I am very sensitive to things being bulky. Others may love the unit or feel they need the extra bulk. 🤷🏼‍♂️

Oh ok yeah makes sense. Appreciate all the help. Keep up the great videos!

LOL, I was really on the verge of it, I got it to stretch out enough eventually. It’s a dumb design though imo.

Um…husband…get out of my account if you’re gonna comment on these hockey videos. I don’t need these dudes thinking I know anything about hockey, or blockers, or “modding my gear.” ❤️, your non-hockey playing wife.

@@ChristinaJoyEmpowered 😂😂😂

Ok so I didn’t realize it was my wife’s account, sorry! I cut the whole back padding and wrist strap off of a Vaughn catch glove because I couldn’t really flare it “fingers up” and the wrist mobility was amazing after. They always over do the protection in some areas for the “just in case” shot you might never see. In the unlikely event you do get hit there… put some ice on that shit and call it a save brother!! 🤣

Nope. Protection has been great!

was thinking on getting the 7x3s coming from a eflex 4 pad. what are your thoughts on the toe bungees?

@@gibburtI used the bungees for a few months than switched to laces because the screws kept falling off and getting loose. It was the best decision I’ve made yet I highly recommend just taking off the bungees obviously keeping them if you snap your lace but the laces give you better a RVH seal your ankles will thank you tremendously and your game will get better so I recommend using laces their are plenty of CZcams videos out there on how to do them

@@owenmckinley781 sounds good! thanks for the tips. I've also heard mixed feelings on the slide surface of the pad that has been tempting me to switch to a bauer pad. What are your thoughts on the slide and is there a real issue with it?

@@gibburt I won’t lie the sliding surface is pretty rough but strength and proper technique will do you better than relying on the sliding surface if you really like the true pads I’d get this thing called ice kream it’s like a wax/lube you put on the sliding surface to make it slide better

@@gibburtto add on to what I said once you have them and build up the strength to overcome the decent sliding surface it’s not something to be worried about

On pure comfort the V9 was a little better, but V10 has better performance. Kind of toss up. Either one is a good option.

It’s a lot of personal preference when it comes to that. Overall 590 works the best for me. Within the 590 gloves, some work better than others for me. My 590 Vaughn XP glove is the best I’ve ever owned.

Personal preference. I catch by far the best with 590 style gloves. Cannot use the 600 to save my life and the 580 was just awkward for me.

Oh I know Warrior gloves are good. One of my first videos was on an R/GT set and I liked the glove. As far as trying things, I’m willing to try anything, it comes down what I’m willing to drop money on. There has to be something about the gear that intrigues me enough to buy it. Nothing Warrior has put out in awhile has done that. I’m right there with you on their gloves though.

It’s really just personal preference when it comes to that. I think if that’s the combination you want, it’s worth doing it.

Correct. One of the reasons I was looking at Sportsmask once I couldn’t get an OTNY.

Not true anymore Larceny

@@josefjakubec8935 when did that happen? Last I knew, OTNY owned them. Either way, both good products. 🤷🏼‍♂️

I think its someone else but I am not really sure who it is.

@@josefjakubec8935 how much

I don’t have the receipt handy, but I wanna say it was like $800 for the mask. Around there. It’s on par with the price for most other pro level masks, but the store was selling it for 10% off as well. Wrap was $350 including shipping.

I only used the Warrior gloves because I bought a full set of gear to try. The catcher wasn’t bad and I really liked the wrist flexion it provides, but overall I just like Vaughn better. It’s more comfortable and I catch better with the Vaughn.

@@L7spider ok thanks

Which one are you going with? I need to find something similar.

@@ndsports316 I wanna try a warrior. Trigger not pulled yet though

I don’t have them anymore, sorry.

It’s okay! Thanks for responding!

@@L7spiderhow tall are you, btw? I’m 5’9” and I usually get 33 +1, you think that’d be a good size for me?

@@westb1028 I’m 5’11, but that’s not really what you should go by. You need to measure your ATK (ankle to knee).

@@L7spiderexactly, I’ve measured for 33 before, but you did say they measure larger for some reason, right?

Boo this man!

Moved from Michigan (used to do gear reviews like 8 years ago as n0ble) to west palm area recently also. Maybe I’ll see some of you around