2023/24 Vaughn Hockey Goalie Pads | SLR3 vs V10

[@Chasseeerrrrr]

This was great! I used V6 pads during my senior year of high school in 2014. Haven’t played since, but really cool to see how different goalie preferences are these days. Always preferred a softer pad, double break, nice curve at the top, very much a Jonathan Quick style of play. Just getting back into playing so this was super informative!

[@goalietraining]

It's fun to see the changes over the years isn't it. You would not BELIEV how light these new pads are compared to your 2014 pads.

[@samgreasley251]

I've been a big fan of Vaughn pads throughout my playing days. The old V2 series is still by far my favorite pad because I prefer something softer. Loose at the bottom but tighter at the top to help close my 5 hole. Definitely want to try a set of these out some time soon!

[@goalietraining]

I had an old pair of used Velocity pads when I started out - and they were good, but these ones are so much lighter and it feels like they cradle my legs better.

[@puckmonkey71]

Been wearing Vaughn's for 20+ years, they just feel natural to me. Currently wearing VE8'S and just bought my son the V10's (I'm a little jealous)

[@goalietraining]

I'm thinking Dad might need a new set up soon :)

[@scottwachs1275]

I’ve worn Vaughn since my first pair of VPG 1000’s. I have worn and loved their Legacy pads and Velocity line, BUT, the best Vaughn Pad I have ever worn is their SLR2’s. I got a used pair as a a loaner and absolutely fell in love with them. I’m only 5’7, so I actually wear 31” + 2”, but the fit and the protection is perfect. It’s the lightest pad I have ever worn and wearing them, I lead my hockey league team, the Orcas, to back to back League Championships last Fall and this Spring. I’m so obsessed that I found two pair of the exact same make, model and colour and had them shipped overseas from Europe, as you cannot find this pad anymore, given the SLR 3’s are out. Vaughn simply is the best, I’ve also worn their V1 Kirpusoff Glove and Blocker (waffle style) in custom colors and they have lead me to the top!

[@goalietraining]

It sounds like you and Vaughn are a match made in heaven - they help you play better and you make them look GOOD out there stopping shot after shot and leading your team to Championships. Isn't it great when you find what you like? Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@jessekean2489]

Interesting that these slr3 pads have a different strapping set up then my slr3 pads bought from store ha

[@goalietraining]

hmmmm - interesting.

[@keithzoltanski2234]

Love the Vaughn vids. I currently use V9's and they are by far my favorite. Catcher/blocker are amazing and the legs move with athletic style of tending. I ve tried SLRs. Love the look but felt like they were working against me in the crease.

[@goalietraining]

Thanks Keith - I'll try to do some more. Funny how some pads feel great and other just don't suit you as well eh? I've had that experience too.

[@richardcoppedgejr6871]

I've been wearing Vaughn pads since 1986! VPG 1000. Recently, I bought a pair of V9's. OMG! Each pad is 10 ounces lighter than the V4 NHL pro returns I've been using. The only difficulty is getting used to the stiff square shape. The weight savings, along with the Quickslide is something. My custom V 10 pro carbon catch is almost finished.

[@goalietraining]

That Quickslide is nice isn't it? Must feel great to go to such light pads too! I bet the new catcher will feel great too.

[@grumpygumpy3813]

i just got slr3 so excited to get them never tried +2 keep doing what ur doing u guys put so much effort into your gear incredible

[@goalietraining]

Awesome - I bet you will LOVE them. I took a pair out for a test drive and found them really responsive and good slide. Have fun out there!

[@bobbarclay9012]

Been in Vaughn since the first Velocity pads. I have recently come back to playing and needed to replace my pads. I've since tried CCM and Brians. Came back to Vaughn and niw in VE8. Love them and thought about the V10, but its a big investment for over 35 league.

[@goalietraining]

When you know what you like :) And welcome back to the Goalie Union! Hope you have a blast out there.

[@vanniek71]

I’ve gone away from Vaughn 2-3 times and never could get the feel I loved. I’ve always gone back usually in to a Velocity pad, but now I am rocking some SLR2 Pro returns

[@goalietraining]

Just when you think your out... the pull you back in :)

[@bamgoalie2498]

Thanks for Vaughn pad video. I’m a big fan of the V9 and was curious what they would do with the V10s. I was deciding should I get the slr3 or the v10 carbon? I think I will stick to the velocity after seeing this vid. Thank you, and keep those vid coming.

[@goalietraining]

Awesome - glad the video came out at the right time and helped you with your decision.

[@thebignewfie]

I demo'd them, coming from a V9 these are night and day different. Still a great pad, just different. - Thigh is much straighter compared to previous Velocity line - Rebounds fly, so you won't get too many whistles with these - Strapping system was super snug, tighter than than previous Velocity line. - This new strapping, (True FRS) the top strap goes over the top of the calf muscle, professor strap use to above the calf, this new strap goes over. - Actually really liked the new toe bungee, Vaughn did a job on that. - Flat boot was a welcome change Overall great, fantastic pad. Although stock/retail V10 pad now is very close to an SLR pad. Pucks fly and not as much flex as previous generation. But still a great, now just a different feel.

[@goalietraining]

Thanks for sharing your insights into these pads. How did you like the way the slide? I've only tried the SLR3s and found they felt quite nice too.

[@thatguy8514]

I have and like my V9s (double break!) which replaced my V5s. At my height of 5'5", very few companies make a senior pad in my size. At my age, I need a more flexible pad as the stiff pads will not do anything for me. I need my full width and something that moves with me a bit better. Over the years, I have been in and out of Vaughn pads. My first ones were 800s (I think), Legacy 2, 3500 Vision, 4500 Turco spec (they were Vaughn's answer to Helite 5s), V5 now V9. Obviously there were some other non-Vaughn in there as well.

[@goalietraining]

Wow - you could start a little Vaughn museum :)

[@thatguy8514]

@@goalietraining nah. I only have the 5 and 9. The others are long gone.

[@goalietraining]

@@thatguy8514 probably good for space in your garage :)

[@elipur7416]

In Vaughn V6 Reimer pro returns that I got new from when he was in Toronto . Love them but will need replacing soon :(

[@goalietraining]

Well - this video will give you something to think about then.

[@macmasks]

Vaughn is my favorite of the NHL brands, post-1990’s. Miss my V5s. I’ve gone with a smaller Canadian brand since but I only went with them because I could get a pad that felt like Vaughn’s.

[@goalietraining]

As long as you have something that works great for you, that's all that matters :)

[@shaneb255]

Thanks for the video! Are the intermediate v10’s 11inches wide. I feel like I remember hearing a few years ago that they were a bit smaller than what the full legal width could be.

[@goalietraining]

Typically intermediate pads are narrower, but I could not say 100% what the measurement for the Vaughns is. That would be a good question for the boys - Jay's Instagram handle is in the video

[@TerryBollea1]

When did they start making soft flex pads mixed with hard butterfly pads???!!!??? Craziness!!!!!

[@goalietraining]

I'm not sure :)

[@TerryBollea1]

@@goalietraining well you're the one with the channel m8!! All of the goalie equipment has gone through massive changes over the last year!! Catchers with Ts in the nets, Blockers that are bigger then legal, whith HUGE finger extensions that go out beyond the pad( loophole Im sure Bets will kill soon), and pads that basically old school butterfly 2x4 stiff pads with knee cuts in them, and crazy lacing systems with just 2-3 straps instead of millions of tiny straps!! All this within one season and ALL the brands are doing it!! Nuts!!! Bets is asleep at the wheel!! Its a free for all like in the 90s when you could wear size 7x sweaters!!

[@goalietraining]

@@TerryBollea1 All NHL pads have to be sent in and approved by Kay Whitmore on behalf of the league. In terms of all the other stuff, sounds like you've studied it extensively. Maybe you should have a goalie channel m8 😄- goalies love to talk all things equipment. Thanks for sharing all your insights. Personally, I wear Warrior gear and since my first pair that I got probably 5 years ago, they have only had 2-3 velcro straps. But I think they have always been pretty innovative.

[@richbremer5584]

My current pair of Vaugh Epics from ~2004 have worn like iron but I'm finally ready to replace them. But pads have changed so much I don't even know where to start! I do generally like Vaughn gear so maybe I'll see if I can track down some used V9s to try them out. Not sure how I feel about *wanting* big rebounds now though :/

[@nemtall]

Go for V8's other then the stupid magnet straps they are still a nice Hybrid pad . I go between them and Eflex 4 line .

[@goalietraining]

The big rebounds take a little getting used to, but typically the puck fires out of the danger zone. Now I like it a lot better than having the puck drop down right in the crease. See what you can find.

[@sabertheglaceon256]

Well Vaughn I want as my first custom set, V9 I like the look 32s is my size

[@goalietraining]

Those would be great - they make awesome pads and super customer support too!

[@sabertheglaceon256]

The only thing is maybe, I do want a setup for my Sharks stuff I buy @@goalietraining

[@goalietraining]

can never have enough sharks gear :) @@sabertheglaceon256

[@sabertheglaceon256]

jerseys 2007 home and away, 3 practice jerseys,home and away socks, 2012 pants, goaile bag and a stick @@goalietraining I do have 2018 socks and SJ logo pants, get more team issued equipment they not sharks tho

[@goalietraining]

That is an impressive collection! @@sabertheglaceon256

[@CBass130]

I have V5s right now. I love them. I have a very narrow butterfly so the soft thigh rise curve helps me close more 5 hole. They have shrunk over the years though, so my next pair will probably have a taller thigh rise.

[@goalietraining]

When you say they have shrunk, do you mean they have gotten a little softer so they almost sag a little?

[@CBass130]

@@goalietraining Yes.

[@goalietraining]

@@CBass130 Yeah, that makes sense.

[@thepetesmith]

I’ve worn every velocity from v1 through 6. I think the 6 is the last 3 break ever, I’m not sure o would like the stiffer top 2 break.

[@goalietraining]

I went to a stiffer pad and wasn't sure about it, but it actually felt just fine and for me the farther away from my crease the puck gets the better! I am not very good at finding it when it drops straight down.

[@milesradford25]

I love my v5 7990s, but they're getting a bit tired. Next will be v10 or a set from Warrior but I predict a very difficult choice...

[@goalietraining]

It is tough to change isn't it? The best would be getting your hands on a demo set so you can try them out. Let me know what you decide on.

[@adamleininger1387]

My first set of real pads was a pair of V1s back in 2003 playing Midget travel. They were fantastic and lasted forever. I tried to relive those days and bought a full V9 set, and I never really got along with any piece in the set. Part of it was that the pads were too big, but none of it felt quite right. All very well made, but the strapping of the pads and glove could've been better, and the blocker interferes with the stick and the palm position felt odd. The guy I sold the set to loves it, though. 🤷‍♂️

[@goalietraining]

It is such a personal thing isn't it Adam. I've had similar experience with gear - I cannot some pieces to feel good and other people swear by them!

[@nemtall]

Try the V8's ,I think they went to stiff after that .

[@adamleininger1387]

@@nemtall I think if I'd have spec'd the soft boot and the leather calf strap option, plus gone down an inch, they would have worked well. But I didn't get along well with not having a hard stop in the straps that leather or nylon provides. The boot never softened up and on top of that they were just too big.

[@canadian12341]

Coming from the original SLR. I love the pads and glove, the blocker was a little soft for my liking for being blocking setup. Would it be better to switch to velocity?

[@goalietraining]

I'm not sure Spencer - I would reach out to Jay via his Instagram handle - he will get back to you. His IG is in the description.

[@adamgrare8070]

Had the original V1 velocities, switched to koho 590s after that and have stuck with Lefevre ever since

[@goalietraining]

Those Koho's will be vintage :) So are you in True pads now? or CCM?

[@adamgrare8070]

@@goalietraining Yeah True L20.2s now

[@goalietraining]

@@adamgrare8070 Awesome - I've heard great things about those pads.

[@bfish9700]

I'm in the SLR 3's love them. Switched from warrior, only criticisms come from it being a sr, not a pro custom pad.

[@goalietraining]

Glad you like them - what do you typically change when you get a custom pad (or what would you change?)

[@doctoroktagon]

How do people like these or the V9's in comparison to Brian's G-Netik IV or V?

[@goalietraining]

Good question.

[@cogugus3241]

Are beatiful 🤩

[@goalietraining]

Aren't they just!

[@johnliszka6751]

My '10 daughter loves her V9 with a double break. I'm wonder if she should move away from the double break?

[@goalietraining]

I think if it feels good to her and she is happy then stick with it. You will have lots of time to spend more $$ on pads - I would go with the idea that if it ain't broke, don't fix it.

[@vincentregis]

Never tried Vaughn pads. For a beginner, once you invest in new pads, that's it until the pads fall apart. That's the most expensive piece of goalie gear.

[@goalietraining]

You didn't even try a pair at the camp a few weeks ago?? I don't blame you - I really like your current pads.

[@aidenmott2010]

Try some trust me I used v9’s last year and loves them and I just got new ones went to a store to try them on and the slr3’s just barely got edged out by some true v20.2s for me

[@goalietraining]

@@aidenmott2010 I've never tried the True pads, but I feel great things about them

[@nemtall]

Too bad They are following all the other lines , There are a number of us 35 plus goalies who want more flex and softer pads . I guess i'll keep my V8 ,they are stiff enough . No boot strap ? Paying decent money and not getting a cheap boot strap having to order it as options ? That's another wrong move . Anyway maybe some other company will produce a real hybrid pad still for us older goalies that still want new gear .

[@goalietraining]

Good idea.

[@richardcoppedgejr6871]

@@goalietraining A nice, retro-style pad with some of today's modernization would be great!

[@goalietraining]

@@richardcoppedgejr6871 I best someone like Kennesky could do that for you custom.

[@Y2J3469]

Not as good as the Warrior G6, not as good as the Bauer Hyperlite, not as good as the True 12.2 and not as good as the CCM Eflex6. I demoed all of those foregoing pads. The end.

[@goalietraining]

Great to have the chance to demo lots of pads before making your personal choice. It's amazing what a personal decision it is. I love Warrior too, but some goalies swear by any of those other brands. It's all about finding what works best for you.