2 Years Later Do I Still Love Warrior? | Goalie Gear Review

[@Seoulmanaja]

The G4 Block and Glove are the best I've ever had. The interchangeable glove inserts are just so revolutionary and seriously a game changer for hockey stink!

[@goalietraining]

Absolutely. The set I ever had was all used and WOW that glove was stinky!! Have you ever tried a different angle for your glove insert?

[@Seoulmanaja]

@@goalietraining Yeah I actually couldn't fit a 75 Degree stock. Got the 60 degree and its soo good. Its too bad that they don't have much stock of these gloves....Took me a long time to find them.

[@goalietraining]

@@Seoulmanaja I think I have a 75 - I'll have to double check. I would be interested in trying some different options just to see how it feels.

[@srStinnky]

wow! I can't (well I kinda do) believe it's being two years!! nawice video!! love to hear more about your gear!

[@goalietraining]

I know - when I started shooting the video I was saying "one year" follow up and then I thought - - no way, that has been 2 years.

[@srStinnky]

@@goalietraining totally feels like a year ago. It's mind blowing!

[@lauragibbs7692]

I think we both know that I would buy new gear every 6 months if I could lol. The Brian’s set up I’m currently wearing has totally won me over. Really excited to see how things go with them over time. A few months in and still in the honeymoon phase. Hopefully it never goes away

[@goalietraining]

That is the BEST. That is such a great set up you have... and I love the Brian's gloves.

[@Stoober]

My review on the GT Pro Leg Pads Weight: The pads are so light they flew out of the bed of my truck on the way to the rink. Durability: Based on the tire marks they got ran over twice before making it off the road. Only minor cuts and scrapes on the leather and a broken plastic buckle, but all the padding was intact and remained firm! 10/10. And the pads ride in the cab with me from now on 😁

[@goalietraining]

Oh no way!! That must have given you a bit of a heart attack when it happened. Glad they survived - makes for a great story too!

[@palepally]

I still LOVE my g2 classic pros. Glad to see Warrior providing best in class durability along with their leading innovations.

[@goalietraining]

Yay! Team Warrior :) I'm excited to have an up close look at the new G6s.

[@palepally]

@@goalietraining i might have to finally invest in a custom set... they look so good

[@MariaMountain]

@@palepally They really do!

[@jaxdog180vlogs9]

I’m a new goalie and you don’t know how much you are doing for me lol thx ☺️

[@goalietraining]

Amazing - so happy to help you out - welcome to the goalie tribe!

[@kristianmn]

Pete Smith has made all of my pads in the past, and made my first pair of custom Warriors when he transitioned to them. This year, I went with an off-the-rack set of Warrior GT2s, which are even more advanced and better than my custom ones from 2014...of course. But at 56, I don't exactly NEED the latest and greatest, so these fit the bill nicely. I switch out my pants, chest and arm protector about every 4 years of beer league play, or whenever a great deal shows up online. Skates are next on my list.

[@goalietraining]

great deals online are the best (and the worst... because I always want them). I got a pair of Bauer 2s Pro skates last year (from a great deal online) and I love them!! I really didn't think it would make that much difference from my Vapor s170's

[@reaper2478]

Very cool update review! I have the Warrior G5 set.. Not much to complain about (maybe the blocker-gets sloppy after playing too long~bk2bk games).. Once I find gear I like, I stick with it… but when it gets worn down.. Time for the New! 😜

[@goalietraining]

So like when I see a thread worn out on these pads.... better get new ones!!! I am just looking for reasons to buy new gear - ha ha.

[@reaper2478]

Indeed!! If it’s ‘affordable’.. I’m a total gear nerd! I’ve seen goalies get extreme with getting the ‘new new’!

[@goalietraining]

I like to get the 'old new'... ie. wait until the new models come out and then it goes on sale... or save up my old gear to go for a trade in.

[@Rich-ph6lf]

I've literally just completed my GT2 SR set and can say that it's the most modern and lightest and advanced gear I've used so far over the years. The pads needed a little getting used to, very lively rebounds but it's a work in progress. I was putting the knee strap to the calf as you're doing Maria but just recently placed it across behind the knee as in traditional use and I feel it gives me better control in my skating. I had to get the GT2 glove since it's a traditional sewn in palm which is what i'm used to and prefer. The blocker is extra beefy, more than I care for but I doubt I'll EVER get a stinger. Overall great set, good choice for ageing goalies who are slowing down lollll! My only real complaint is that I never received a pad carry strap like you showed towards the end. Would be VERY useful instead of carrying them by my Pro Laces.

[@goalietraining]

bummer - - I'm sorry you didn't get the carrying strap. At first I didn't know what it was for, I was trying to think of how to attach it to my pads - - but then I figured it out. I started out with the strap behind my knee, but moved it to the calf because I don't really like the feel of something behind my knee. It's been a long time since I tried it, maybe I should try it again. Glad you are liking your gear.

[@jaysutherland5360]

I've had the warrior G2, G3 and G4 My son has the G5. I had the same issue with the glove in my G4. My son has 31+1 G5s and he loves them. Only thing I wasn't a fan of was the glove. My hand just didn't work. I'm more of a 590 or bauer vapor glove guy. I've recently tried the hyperlite and had the same issues as you did with a 3x but it came with all the straps. I found a great review and used the straping I found on it. So far one of my favorite pads is from JRZ. The fusion is great. I've had there Prime (reactor 9000) . The 1st gen Fusion, and soon will have the 2nd generation. My wife hates that I try new gear all the time. But thankfully I have great people in the industry who help me out.

[@goalietraining]

Thanks for that feedback - interesting that you had the same sort of issue with your G4 glove too. As for your wife... tell her you know that old saying 'happy goalie, happy life'... then I'm pretty sure she'll be good with all the new gear :)

[@markasao9617]

I have a very similar set up....intermediate R/GT pads classic style with G4 gloves. Been using these a few years now. I really like the features of the pads even though they are not the latest and greatest. I like the different strapping with clips around the boot, although I too prefer the ProLaces. The velcro straps that all the pads have now are great for easy on and off. The leather straps of the old days made it a time consuming task. I do prefer the strap behind the knee as I guess the old way still sits with me a bit and found the calf strapping felt too loose. What sold me on the G4 gloves over the GT's was the removable palm. I like how it is easy to customize it in place and remove it for the occasional wash. Being in early 50's I don't need the latest and greatest....BUT....it is nice to be fairly up to date as the benefits of lighter gear becomes more important the later years. I usually buy new but pick up old stock on clearance. I just sold some of my old gear online....maybe time for some new old stock LOL.

[@goalietraining]

We are basically gear twins other than the strap behind the knee. I do what you do (other than this custom warrior set)... typically buy old model new gear and save some $$$. Thanks for your thoughts twin!

[@scottwachs1275]

Hi, Maria, great video as always. My Warrior story is NOT a happy one, although perhaps there can be a happy conclusion for a fellow subscriber. As a 50 year old, life-time hybrid goalie who had always worn Vaughn Velocity (soft, Hybrid) pads, I was "seduced" by the notion of the Warrior RGP 5's super lite, super rebound, flat hard pads. After custom designing and waiting six months (!) to receive them, the experience was disastrous! While the customizable strapping etc. is a plus for some, they only left me confused as to which variation to try. The pads themselves had absolutely no "give", and no room for user error, with the thigh rises always crossing and jutting into my pants or chest protector. I'm 5'7 so had ordered the shortest Senior pair (32" + 1.5"). I skate 2-3 times a week (relatively) competitively, and did not want to get an Intermediate pad. The bottom line is the pads destroyed my game, and my confidence: over rotation, under rotation, and pure exhaustion in my glutes and hips, from trying to play a hybrid style in flat, inflexible pads. After three sessions including two disastrous league games, and many on-line chats to make sure I wasn't doing anything wrong, I gave up, benching myself for the next two games and returning to the Vaughn family, custom ordering a pair of Velocity V9 Pro's (not Carbons), with a custom DOUBLE-BREAK. The retailer from whom i ordered them here in the States could not have been NICER: he spent over three hours with me in-store, showing me different pads, etc., and even giving me a loaner pair of older Vaughn SLR 2's while my custom Vaughns are being worked on. The bottom line is that the Warrior pads themselves are spectacular, but just wrong for a fellow who has been a hybrid goalie for way too long. Sadly, I need to sell these custom beauties (and they are beautiful), so if anyone on this thread is interested in chatting about them, please feel free to contact me! Incidentally, the moment I wore the vaughn hybrid's, my game returned: my skating, sliding, VH, Reverse VH-1, all immediately came back, and most importantly, the equipment functioned as it is supposed to: protective, but completely unobtrusive. I always say, your equipment should feel so comfortable after the shortest of break-in skates, that you could sleep in it! As for me, I guess this dog was too old for a new trick, but that's ok! As some great philosopher once said, in life and in hockey, be true to thineself!

[@goalietraining]

That's such a bummer when you invest in something that you think is going to work for you and it doesn't; not to mention it is so exciting to get a new custom set... and then it does not suit your game at all. On the plus side, now you know, it's Vaughn or BUST for you :) Hope someone can snap those Warriors up from you!

[@jakelewis9472]

@@goalietraining Hi Scott, I’m interested in seeing your G5 pads. I have 32” G3 Pros now and I’m very interested to know if rebounds are hotter off the G5s. My G3s are breaking down internally faster than I had hoped after only 2.5 years minus at least 6 months due to Covid and I’m only skating once a week. Maria, are your RGT2s with pro materials including hyper comp? I’m wondering if the senior level stuff is a significant downgrade without it, but coming from G3s with traditional foams, maybe I wouldn’t notice much difference. Thanks!

[@goalietraining]

@@jakelewis9472 Hi Jake - my pads are intermediate so I don't think I have the hyper comp. So I don't think I can comment on the difference. They were pretty good and poppy when I get them, but I do feel they are some softer now.

[@darryleldon1284]

I am an absolute gear nerd and would love to be able to get new stuff every couple of years. I typically get new gear every 8 years or so as I’m a beer leaguer and play about 3 times a week. I just replaced a Vaughn V5 pro set with full kit of CCM Eflex 3.9 that was on clearance at PHL. I like the pads a lot but I really feel the downgrade from the pro spec catcher so I may replace it. I’m hearing the CCM Axis 1.9 are pretty solid.

[@goalietraining]

Love my Axis 1.9 pads for sure - - did a review here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3zGYZl_n5qDiK8 I had a CCM glove and could never get that thing broken in... Warrior is much softer, but I also like the feel of the Brian's gloves.

[@m3talmonk3y]

Got my G4s about 2 years ago. Since they didn’t have any knee breaks and were pretty stiff, I had to get used to them. Now that they’re broken in, I love them! I play twice a week in a couple of the upper divisions in our league. They’ve held up pretty well although I just noticed some wear on the landing pad. I definitely try to use my gear until it’s falling apart.

[@goalietraining]

I have wondered if it would take a bit to adjust to the stiffness of the G4s - sounds like it's just a little getting used to it though. Glad to hear they are holding up well for you.

[@m3talmonk3y]

@@goalietraining it took a while to break them in because I was only playing on 1 team at the time and you’re not supposed to bend them to break them in like pads with knee breaks. They feel pretty good now though.

[@davidreynolds6624]

Love my Warrior G4 set! My son has the G5s and loves them too. The only thing I don't like is that it's more difficult to add ProLaces on the G5s. Where did you buy your knee block shims? My son has knee problems and I wouldn't mind getting him to try that out.

[@goalietraining]

Oh - - I didn't realize it was tougher to add prolaces to the G5s - good to know. For the knee shims, I literally just went into our local hockey shop (Pete's Sports in London) and told the guy I was looking for an extra little pad to slide into my knee stack... he went into the back and came out with something that wasn't specifically made for the pads, but they worked.

[@tedlane9877]

I love my Warrior GT-2 Senior set pads and gloves, now in my third season, 3-4 games per week. The gear is still near perfect. The strapping is awesome, quite a change from my old Brians with what seemed like a dozen leather straps on each pad. I would be interested to try the G5's as the 90 degree boot (a feature of hybrid pads) can throw some uncontrolled rebounds. I had tried the earlier G series pads (G2?), but the bulky outer calf protector was a no-go, so I waited and bought the GT2's. I would also be interested in the G5 catcher as I have a tendency to bounce pucks off by GT-2. Overall, I would say Warrior's goalie gear is excellent in design and durability. It would be great to see Warrior goalie gear in the NHL, but for now, it's our little secret ;)

[@goalietraining]

I went with the G4 glove over the GT glove - - I still bounce them out sometimes - but that is more operator error for sure :) Glad to hear your Warriors are holding up well too - thanks for your input.

[@dionhillier5865]

I’m always trying new gear but Brian’s is my go to. I’ve been on the fence for a few years on a warrior set, after my last CCM set I’ll strongly consider warrior this time.

[@goalietraining]

I have Brian's on my radar as a set I would like to try one day. I hear so many good things.

[@joebojanic1905]

Brians Genetiks were my first set of new pads. They were great. The sizing was a but off for me but I've never had a custom set. I tried Vaughns this year. They were definitely different to get used to but so far I'm liking them.

[@goalietraining]

@@joebojanic1905 so fun to try different brands isn't it. Always some things to like and some things that take a little getting used to.

[@alexmurphy5289]

I feel like I’m one of the few who use the strap behind their knee in the warrior pads. Maybe because mine are 34”? I have tried behind the half and it just doesn’t seem to rotate as well there. It’s odd

[@goalietraining]

You're not alone for sure. I think some of us sensitive types just don't like having that strap behind our knee for some reason.

[@benner3320]

Love my custom Warrior G5s but hated the glove so I replaced it with a Lefevre but the overall setup is great. Love my leg pads for sure and the blocker adjustments.

[@benner3320]

I liked my G4s but they got really floppy on me really quick, like how the G5s had the option for a super stiff upper thigh (which I got) has been holding up really well...

[@goalietraining]

Yeah - it seems like the glove might be a bit of an issue there.

[@goalietraining]

Thanks for that input on the G4s and the option to go stiffer on the G5s.

[@haydenniceswanger8716]

What do i do if i drop in my butter fly on a glove high shot and i leave my glove side pad up, how do i break that pattern because i want to go down evenly and also this has never happend to me but i guessing it’s because i got new pads

[@goalietraining]

See if this helps - kzbin.info/www/bejne/qmiUm5d3mt1oj7M

[@Spaniard-qv9vz]

I have CCM EFlex 4 Pro pads, been playing on them for 6 months. I'm still using your butterfly training program for a few weeks, but I'm starting to question them since I really can't glove my 5 hole with these pads. 33+1 size, very narrow flare. I'm questioning if they are even the right 'fit' and I should switch. My CCMs land flat on the face too sometimes.

[@goalietraining]

If they land flat on the face - try loosening up the toe tie if you can. Maybe the calf wrap too. For the 5-hole issue - go out on the ice and just go into your butterfly - can you close the 5-hole when you are in a kneeling position on the ice - if you cannot, then I would say the fit isn't right. I suspect you will be able to though, in which case it is a technique issue and you just have to practice getting into that position. I hope that helps.

[@jtk5164]

Such a fan of my G5pro's! Loved them so much I had to get me a second set before they got rid of the G5 graphic. Started into their equipment with the pants, then the chesty, and when I started looking to replace my pads I looked at my gear and realized it was almost all Warrior (and I am VERY picky for each piece). So figured they should at least be on the list to try on. Once my research was done and went in the store and on my legs they went from the long shot to to the "please don't prove me wrong" choice. And they have lived up to my research! I play a lot (3 league games a week and up to 4x practice/pick-ups a week). And after almost 1-1/2yrs of a lot of rubber, the ONLY wear has been on a Warrior label that is painted on the outer roll. *They have softened slightly from thr X-stiff custom order. But when I put the old pair up to the new pair to compare it wasn't near as much as I thought. The new pair will be a game set only (*just like the 1st pair was supposed to be - but liked them too much to swap between them and my SLR Pro Carbon's). Only issues I have is with the blocker. *Face is too flat for my liking *Finger protection (while extremely good) is too bulky for getting the paddle to seal on ice when blocking - cannot trust it. Too many pucks get under the stick. I've had 2 EASY shots go under at the hand at a basic cover-up... should NEVER happen!

[@goalietraining]

Wow - it sounds like you really did your homework before testing out some pads. So glad you are loving them! Thanks for in depth review and insights - much appreciated. Interesting point about the blocker too. I use an intermediate blocker and I don't think I can get my paddle flat down, there is only a super small gap.

[@jtk5164]

@@goalietraining it's too bad all I can do is stare at them rn... 1st game in the new gear and I tore my MCL😪

[@goalietraining]

@@jtk5164 oh nooooooooo! I hope you are healing up quickly.

[@jtk5164]

@@goalietraining just happened last week. You got anything in your "tickle trunk" for goalie specific rehab exercises?

[@goalietraining]

@@jtk5164 what... you mean like this >>> kzbin.info/www/bejne/qHXOZaKui555bsU

[@chandlerwalborn301]

DOES ANYONE HAVE AN ALL WHITE G5 GLOVE FOR SALE??? Love the video! I've had 2 sets of G4s (One for high school, and now one for college). Have everything for the G5s just not a glove.

[@goalietraining]

Hopefully someone can help you out.

[@salman13]

just curious how tall are you? i was thinking of getting smaller pads as well.

[@goalietraining]

I am almost 5'6"

[@goldenbuddha7778]

I had to go with Bauer leg pads & gloves due to cost, but I wear Warrior GT2 body armour and my mask is Warrior as well. Their gear always seems to be better thought out and the quality is excellent. I really wanted the Warrior knee pads (X3 pro), but I struggled getting them to fit with the Bauer leg pads as the channel is quite slender. Hopefully when it comes time to change I will have enough money to opt for the Warrior offerings. =)

[@goalietraining]

Those Warrior masks look lovely - is it comfortable for you? I wear a Warrior chest protector too - really like it. Two Sundays ago a guy wired a clapper that hit my shoulder and swear it is the first time I ever felt a shot through that thing. Left a tiny little bruise, that's all.

[@goldenbuddha7778]

@@goalietraining the mask is their entry-level one, but yes very comfortable once adjusted correctly. It seemed like a better fit and quality than the Bauer equivalent spec one. I've only felt one shot through the armour, and that was on the arm guard- but luckily still no bruises. It's definitely the beefiest piece of kit that I own, I'm always confident standing my ground in it.

[@goalietraining]

it makes such a difference doesn't it - when you don't have to worry about getting hurt through the gear.

[@Seoulmanaja]

I also find that making a knee stack thicker personally makes it uncomfortable in my butterfly. Is that normal? I was thinking maybe its because I've made it too thick? Maybe I should try increments.

[@goalietraining]

Yes, try thinner increments for sure.

[@bfish9700]

I got the stock warrior g4 pro glove, the thing is great. I've been wearing G4 pads, they've kinda softened up so I'm thinking it's time for new ones. I actually got a 3x blocker, don't like it, glove is too tight, never got used to it, just ordered a g5.

[@goalietraining]

Thanks for sharing your experience - interested to hear your thoughts on the 3x blocker - good to know!

[@dansledemicercle7686]

I like to have "New"old gear 😉 I have 10 goalie kit. I like to change each game, just to the fun to be different each game. I also change Side, regular to full right. One time, i switch Side in a game... cool for my KZbin 😛 (Sorry for my english, frenchy from Québec 😉)

[@goalietraining]

WOW!!! that is. a LOT of sets - you must have an entire closet for all that gear! Amazing that you can change sides - that is a special talent. Bon Journee mon ami!

[@dansledemicercle7686]

@@goalietraining I'm left-handed, so in baseball I catch from the right. When I was young I goal outside with the only equipment we had available, I learned to catch with the left... it stayed 😉

[@goalietraining]

@@dansledemicercle7686 that is so funny - -

[@goalietraining]

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[@charlesdodge604]

Right now, it looks like we'll be getting new pads yearly as my son grows on the growth hormones. Hopefully the custom chestie, glove, and blocker will last at least 2 1/2 years.

[@goalietraining]

OUCH - - the perils of owning a goalie - - ha ha - - hope you can maybe wear his hand-me-downs.

[@charlesdodge604]

@@goalietraining Well considering he's 11 and nearly 2 feet shorter than me it'll be several years before his hand me down gear will be even close to 'just too small' for me to wear. And he's my youngest so no siblings too share. We've already decided to donate the pads and skates to our local rink to update their more than a decade old youth goalie gear.

[@goalietraining]

Your loss is the clubs win - - great to donate them!

[@Y2J3469]

Wear hockey socks over your knee pads to prevent that fraying.

[@goalietraining]

Great idea... but my legs get super warm when I play and it is distracting to me when they are too warm... so I just go as light as possible. But you are right, it would stop that wear.

[@noodlestudiosgaming7613]

Woooooo first to comment

[@goalietraining]

No prize unfortunately... other than the pride :)