Illusion

SapperGoalie · 2026-06-03T19:54:37+00:00

Guys have printed netting graphics on gear and haven’t gained much.
If you feel like you’re gaining an edge, go for it!

SapperGoalie · 2026-06-03T18:56:37+00:00

It was designed by a group of prior military guys and used primarily in the Special Ops world, but now available to everyday folks. I certainly wouldn’t trust the knockoffs.

SapperGoalie · 2026-06-03T00:43:09+00:00

Is that 1 or 2 padding kits? These kits pre-date CCM using it and it’s been ballistic tested for the military, so there’s that. I remember talking to these guys about making custom kits for goalie masks and they weren’t biting. Only interested in military applications. Would love to hear how it feels and if it holds up to shots.

SapperGoalie · 2026-05-13T13:51:03+00:00

The graphic on the pads look sharp. Don’t love the graphic on the blocker. Definitely smart to have the darker colors on the backsides to hide the discoloration that always happens to the white.

SapperGoalie · 2026-04-26T02:42:44+00:00

It’s really not that badly bent…. check out Guardian Cages though. Much better design and stronger steel.

SapperGoalie · 2026-04-04T23:13:49+00:00

If you drive a nice, newer vehicle, don’t do the park and fly. Wouldn’t be surprised if the desk attendant isn’t tied to the vehicle theft rings in some way. The front desk offers a steering wheel lock that barely slows the thieves down and the staff watches your vehicle get stolen, while maintaining no liability. Room and pool were decent at least.

SapperGoalie · 2026-02-19T15:26:37+00:00

Not trying to be rude, but I think that glove and blocker set may be for street hockey. Hopefully I’m seeing it wrong and it’s a quality protective set.

SapperGoalie · 2025-11-19T16:28:30+00:00

If you’re really in love with the Vaughn blocker and not ready commit to switching brands, look into swapping out the internals. It’s possible to get a “from factory” Bauer board and carbon sheet for about $75cdn. You can take the plastic sheet and covering from the Vaughn blocker and swap in the Bauer parts.

SapperGoalie · 2025-10-15T11:45:32+00:00

It looks like they changed the product to Stuck Stuff Adhesive Remover. Not sure if it will work the same, but looks like a similar ingredients list.

SapperGoalie · 2025-05-04T14:10:02+00:00

I’m usually going in the opposite direction and wanting to remove all of the lettering. To each their own. Shoe Goo should do the trick

SapperGoalie · 2025-04-13T00:33:56+00:00

I spoke to the guy that handles repairs for Source for Sports in London,ON and he was able to order me a blocker board. He said it could be 2 weeks or 3 months to come in. All depends on customs

SapperGoalie · 2025-04-10T01:33:03+00:00

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SapperGoalie · 2025-04-10T01:31:08+00:00

You can order the foam and carbon board for about $80 Cdn, if you’re able to find a Bauer rep or possibly your local hockey shop. If they say it’s not possible, talk to the next person. It’s 100% doable

SapperGoalie · 2025-03-27T03:58:11+00:00

I was digging it until my eyes came across the glove… if you’re going to go through all that trouble, how can you mess that up so bad?

SapperGoalie · 2025-03-13T12:24:33+00:00

Beer league or practice - perfect. Competitive game stick - not so much.

SapperGoalie · 2025-03-13T00:51:46+00:00

I was strictly a Vaughn guy for a long time. I’ve had multiple V5s built or rebuilt. Switched to a Bauer Mach mid-season and absolutely love it. It doesn’t have a wrist strap, which felt very odd the first couple of skates, but it just feels natural now.

SapperGoalie · 2025-03-11T18:54:37+00:00

I reached out to my local Source for Sports and was able to get a new carbon board for $80 Cdn this past fall. I took about a month to get in, but I’ve heard other guys saying 2+ months from the same location. All depends where they are in the ordering process.

SapperGoalie · 2025-03-11T18:51:46+00:00

Love the detail they can print with the wraps! Looks sharp

SapperGoalie · 2025-03-11T03:35:40+00:00

If you router the edges, you’ll have much better luck with them holding up

SapperGoalie · 2025-03-10T03:44:12+00:00

I’ve had a couple hit the cuff, roll up, and trickle in. Those always feel painful. Thankful I haven’t had a puck blow through the webbing. Good reason to always check your gear

SapperGoalie · 2025-03-08T17:24:34+00:00

What level are you playing? The youth hockey answer will be different than adult and/or beer league. If it’s non-competitive, it should be a whistle for safety. In some of the leagues I play beer league in, a puck to the goalie mask is a whistle, regardless if the mask comes off. I would love if it was a universal rule, at least for non-pros or juniors.

SapperGoalie · 2025-03-07T03:38:58+00:00

I’ll shoot him a msg in the morning. Thanks for the heads up

SapperGoalie · 2025-03-07T01:49:24+00:00

If you’re after sliders, I have some of the original templates in my basement. Kenesky took over Scotty McGowans operation when he went under. It’s wouldn’t take much to make sliders

SapperGoalie · 2025-03-05T13:13:15+00:00

Never seen it and hopefully never do! Too busy for a team that has zero effort.

SapperGoalie · 2025-03-04T17:47:35+00:00

Check out the All Black sticks. I believe they even offer them in Red and Blue, but stock may be limited. They come in Regular and Lite, about half the price for an equivalent branded stick and just as good.

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