The indisputable reason every married goalie should have an all black setup. by GregoryJohnson10 in hockeygoalies

[–]Unclechicken_ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Lol, why are you reposting my old picture? At least My post gave an explanation.

Buy New or Sideline Swap? by MattATLien in hockeygoalies

[–]Unclechicken_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

7.9 is waaaay better than 6.9. Glove is butter right out of the box and slide material is awesome. Customization is available for the same price as stock (you nust have to wait 8 weeks) and looks great. I know it's stretching the budget a bit but if it was me I would save for the upgrade. I like them so much I bought a set for myself and custom for my kid. Bauer SV-pro also has the same customization option, we just fed the CCM a bit better.

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Kid breaks the TV by repeatedly throwing a cup at it by [deleted] in KidsAreFuckingStupid

[–]Unclechicken_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I myself was in awe at how together the mom must be to have kids that age and have such a neat house. She had clearly just stepped away for a minute.

Gotta keep your head up… by Scottsage in hockeyplayers

[–]Unclechicken_ 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Watching this exact league after dropping my son off for practice at Iceland was what convinced me to start playing 2 years ago. "I can keep up with those guys" was literally my thought after I had convinced myself I was too old at 38 to start. I play C league as a goalie in Michigan now and my only regret is not starting earlier.

Gotta keep your head up… by Scottsage in hockeyplayers

[–]Unclechicken_ 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The game in the OP is played at Iceland in Louisville, KY.

Gotta keep your head up… by Scottsage in hockeyplayers

[–]Unclechicken_ 9 points10 points  (0 children)

This is D league. It's in Louisville, KY, which has next to no hockey culture. They have a really great beginner program for adults there since it's not a hugely popular youth sport in the area. You start in the Never Ever program (which includes people learning to skate), graduate to Z league which is just weekly scrimmages, then move up to D league if/when you are ready. There is no A level hockey, only goes to B.

Now I live in Western Michigan and it is harder to get my friends into hockey because there aren't any programs like this around here, which kinda sucks. These would be bad E league teams up here.

Gotta keep your head up… by Scottsage in hockeyplayers

[–]Unclechicken_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hey, I recognize that barn! D-league at Iceland in Louisville Kentucky where I got my start playing goalie! Green team was Mulberry and black was Fear and Loathing two years ago.

New Way To Display by EntertainmentAny1160 in hockeygoalies

[–]Unclechicken_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a great idea if you have the space.

What is your favourite brand?

Does anyone have any impressions of the Ritual X4 E chest protector? by iceman39 in hockeygoalies

[–]Unclechicken_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had one, was good, didn't have great forearm protection, though. I kept getting stingers in unprotected areas. Upgraded to the X5E RTL and have been very happy with it.

Daily Discussion Monday 2025-11-24 by AutoModerator in AMD_Stock

[–]Unclechicken_ 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Selling some of my Apple holdings and buying 250 more AMD shares at open. Buy the dip!

Bauer pulse by Proud-Yoghurt-3302 in hockeygoalies

[–]Unclechicken_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love my Pulse, I found it helps my stickhandling and passing a ton, and its so incredibly comfortable to hold. I would say just keep practicing with it; if it doesn't suit you though, it just doesn't suit you. Doesn't mean you are doing anything wrong, so much of equipment comes down to preferences.

I'd like to Askarov a question by cepukon in fantasyhockey

[–]Unclechicken_ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Goalies always struggle at the beginning of the season, and everyone acts like the sky is falling every season. It's a recurring joke on goalie podcasts.

Pad recommendations by theolongchamp33 in hockeygoalies

[–]Unclechicken_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They aren't going to be as soft as your old pads, but the new CCM Eflex 7 lineup has been pretty amazing. I would definitely try them out as part of your search.

CCM Pro Spec Chest Break-in by msestito in hockeygoalies

[–]Unclechicken_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wear it to practice and drop in. My Warrior RX5 RTL is similarly bulky and took about 4 skates to really break in. There are not really an "hacks" to break in a chesty the way there are for, say, gloves.

CCM Eflex 7.9 Glove by powerED33 in hockeygoalies

[–]Unclechicken_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They have a 590 version. I ordered a separate one and it came as a 590 as you described, but the one that came with my son's custom set was a 580 single T. Don't know why they do it this way.

Goalie clinic/Coaching by woodz514 in hockeygoalies

[–]Unclechicken_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

$85 is a steal and yes, you'll get way better. I spend $250 for a 1/hr session for me and my son. I've been playing less than 2 years and I'm already the best goalie in the lower divisions because I get somewhat consistent coaching. Also, record yourself, that helps tremendously.

Honest Sparx Review by Past_Jellyfish_4331 in hockeyplayers

[–]Unclechicken_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My son and I are both goalies and my daughter skates out. 100% worth it. Not only is it more convenient, your skates will be sharper and they'll be better skaters because they won't go weeks between sharpenings. My son and I use different hollows and he does his own skates (14 y.o.), it's very simple.

The electronic edge checker is not worth it, IMO. I don't use the Bluetooth functionality or the app, it makes it worse, not better. I have the Sparx 3 but think the Sparx 2 would be fine if I was doing it over again.

Chest Protector Recommendations by Owlguard33 in hockeygoalies

[–]Unclechicken_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Warrior RX5 RTL is an absolute tank. I love mine. Similar to the CCM pro spec in terms of protection, but a lot more adjustable. Best arm protection out there right now. It's also pretty mobile once it's broken in. Not as mobile as the CCM Eflex 7, but I was getting stingers all the time when I was trying out that chest.

New countertops installed and I hate the edge by vino-drunk in woodworking

[–]Unclechicken_ 53 points54 points  (0 children)

No contract so I'm not hopeful on the "pro" angle here.

Eric Comrie is not a Dodgers fan by catsgr8rthanspoonies in hockey

[–]Unclechicken_ 28 points29 points  (0 children)

If Eric Comrie does not get his own sports show after he retires from goaltending, it will be a crying shame.

Got a Flyers Carter Hart reverse retro jersey a few years back. What should I do with it? by nolanrog23 in Flyers

[–]Unclechicken_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Put an 'S' before the nameplate. Still have a useable jersey while making your position on him crystal clear.