How to Break-in a Hockey Goalie Glove the Best Way!

Most hockey goalie glove break-in methods only give you a little better snap, but what about making it as big and wide as possible? Fortunately, my easy glove break-in method, which is a take on the popular KEEPS33 method, accomplishes both! My most requested video, here's how to break-in a goalie glove: just takes a little water, a towel, and something heavy.. that's it! Enjoy!
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[@mattschulz7187]

I love how you always respond to comments. You're a great goalie.

[@t0myTTV]

+Matt Schulz Absolutely, Matt! Every single comment! I appreciate the kind words, man!

[@StormTheWolf96]

I just got a new goalie set so I'm watching this to help break my glove in. It's my first year back playing goalie after being a skater for about 3 years

[@t0myTTV]

ShortDJMINE96 That’s awesome! Good luck!

[@kendevine9485]

Just got my first glove (Vaughn V7 XF Pro) in 7 years -- your technique worked like a charm! Thanks so much for posting this.

[@t0myTTV]

Awesome, Ken! Glad to hear it!

[@Stopthepuck35]

Well done Tom! As todays technology continues to strive for perfection, your method of combining water, towel, and a weight is easy and straightforward. Didn't need to bake, or buy another tool of some kind. Only thing I might add is before you put it under the weight for 24 hours, maybe consider putting one puck in the top part of the break just before the webbing.

[@briandaoust1912]

I just bought a Bauer Sub-zero glove for my son. I did something similar to this, but instead than soaking the entire glove, I warmed up water in a pot and used one of those baby syringes (the ones you use to give advil to your child). I then placed the tip of the syringe inside the seam of the glove (where the break of the glove runs) and poured the hot water down into the seam. I did it from the top of the glove and at the bottom. I then followed your instructions and placed it under the couch for a day (making sure that the glove is closed just like my son would have closed it)... Works great!

[@thirstfast1025]

:) Thanks much bro! Tried your method (with a little modification), and closure is *WAY* better!!

[@mr_dolphin621]

thanks from one goalie to another. i finally have my own glove and needed help

[@hockeyvideos6855]

You made this at the perfect time! I ordered my pads yesterday and im going to order my glove sometime this later this

[@t0myTTV]

+hockey videos Awesome! Make sure to check out my video about breaking in the entire set! Good luck with the new pads!

[@reptiles4u210]

Just started this break in method, my dad has a stationary bike and the stand parts are almost exactly like yes so it should work well

[@cdgrayarea1933]

I got the CCM premier r1.9 catcher and I did this to it.. IT WORKED LIKE A CHARM! Thanks so much!

[@t0myTTV]

Awesome! You're very welcome, Caleb!

[@sammybrdar3517]

thank you so much goalie crease net a just got a new vaughn v5 glove and it was very stiff i did this method and it worked amazing

[@t0myTTV]

Awesome, Bacon! Good luck!

[@YTTWHYTMMB]

I just want to say thanks for this video! Keep it up! This really helped me work in my glove (eflex2 Pro)

[@t0myTTV]

+Calum Hodges Awesome, Calum! Very glad to hear it helped you break in your new EFlex2! I used this method on my EFlex2, too.. worked like a charm! Good luck!

[@spank3006]

Uhhh.. I did this twice (on a Vaughn SLR2 glove) and now I have a wavy palm (I’m pretty sure I had one also after the first time doing it). Also, it doesn’t close completely... What should I do?

[@drbl1499]

I got a new glove CCM extreme flex ll 860 with a pro Pom and it worked really well thanks tom

[@t0myTTV]

Awesome! Glad to hear it!

[@caroldaine5439]

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[@evanfriesen9957]

if you want to sit there for 36 hours straight opening and closing it, then go for it.

[@renauddup3333]

Thank you for that trick i will try it as soon as i can!

[@t0myTTV]

Awesome! Let me know how it goes!

[@crazyrandomstuff8842]

I ordered a full set of CCM Premier R1.5 pads, including the blocker and trapper. Will this method work on that brand of trapper?

[@seancameron9865]

I've always used this method and it is absolutely the most affective means to break in your glove. Nice video!

[@t0myTTV]

+Sean Cameron Awesome, Sean! Right there with you! Over 15 gloves done this way and worked with every glove.

[@seancameron9865]

+GoalieCreaseNet the key to it is really the second step. Getting the glove as wide as possible allows it to be as flexible as possible

[@t0myTTV]

Agreed!

[@rdytogetrekt-mlggaming500]

good thing I found this just got a new CCM premier R 1.9 can't wait to use it

[@t0myTTV]

+RdyToGetRekt - MLG Gaming Awesome! Good luck!

[@super9co]

Just broke my new bauer s190 in this way. used a 20kg kettlebell and timed it so that it was finished the morning of a gameday. Worked perfectly. Thanks for great tips and keep up the good work.

[@brendandiano8829]

super9co Cool, I just ordered the S190, does the water seem to effect it in any way?

[@super9co]

Can't say I noticed anything negative. I really like the gloves though.

[@sams2733]

Amazing intro and video. This method worked perfectly with my eflex 2 glove and its all because of you

[@CamSchneider317]

Aha he just posted the video, how could it've worked already? :/

[@t0myTTV]

+Sam S Thanks, Sam! I was hoping the intro would be cool for everyone! Glad to hear the method worked, too!

[@t0myTTV]

+Cam Schneider This is the same method I outlined in my other video about breaking-in the entire set, and I also talked about it in some past hangout videos. This is just the first time I did the full tutorial for everyone. I bet he watched a prior video and did it from one of those.

[@bails3119]

+Cam Schneider Well, I did this method before with my Eflex glove and the 1st time it kinda broken in, but when I put it flat yo open it, it ruined the closure, so I had to re due the closure and now it closes easy and opens very wide.

[@t0myTTV]

Gotta make sure you put the weight on the right point of the glove when doing the wide part! But glad it worked out in the end, Jake!

[@davidmedoro4753]

Will it work on a ccm E flex 3.5 I don’t want to ruin my glove

[@ducky5759]

Would this work with a roller hockey glove

[@zo3149]

I just tried this method with my new Bauer 2s glove. It closes easy, but not all the way. Is there something I should do?

[@carletonpowell3641]

I just got that exact same glove and the process worked great

[@t0myTTV]

Awesome! Glad to hear it!

[@cameronbull1434]

I love the new Intro 😄👍🏽

[@t0myTTV]

+Cameron B Thanks, Cameron! I was hoping you all would like it!

[@briansmith4451]

You had me until the avalanche towel came out!! lol jk Red Wings fan here.... Love all your videos Tom!! Thinking about getting back between the pipes again here soon and your videos are absolutely fantastic!! Keep em coming!!

[@t0myTTV]

LOL You absolutely should, Brian! Hope you do! Thanks for the kind words!

[@wallyking6959]

great video, i'm just getting back into being goalie for inline hockey, but had been using well used gloves before, i recently got a pretty well new glove and am going to be trying this method to break it in....one question, what part do you set the couch/whatever is heavy on to not ruin anything?

[@t0myTTV]

Thanks, Wally! I set the couch/weight specifically on the thumb-side of the glove along the break. Just don't set it on the thumb protector.. I dented one that way, LOL. It came right now -- miraculously -- but it nearly gave me a heart attack. Good luck, man!

[@samueleriksson8601]

Is there any chance of destroying anything inside the glove while keeping it under running water? Like when the water dries inside or anything?

[@johnparks2079]

Thanks for the tips. Trying this on my new Bauer Reactor 2000 catch glove right now so that it is broke in for my Monday game.

[@t0myTTV]

+John Parks Awesome, John! Let me know how it worked! Good luck!

[@johnparks2079]

+GoalieCreaseNet It worked great I'm going to use this method on all of my new gloves, and we won 6-2

[@Shivenn1818]

Thanks A Lot Man it works amazing

[@thecoastghost6903]

Mine was still wet as hell when I picked it back up. Is there anything I can do to make it dry quick?

[@gregkiriakos488]

Always used the pressure system to losses the glove up, never used water or a towel. Just ordered some new supremes to I'll be trying this method out on those!

[@t0myTTV]

+Greg Kiriakos Awesome, Greg! Lots of people just do the pressure because they think the water might ruin the glove; it won't! Works like a charm! Good luck with the new Supremes!

[@hockeygoalieschool8289]

Personally, I wedge a wood dowel into my glove and put soft cloth on each side of it to keep it from forming indents. It works for me, but everyone has their method. Thanks for sharing!

[@t0myTTV]

Nice!

[@jollymore0749]

Thank you so much im 1st year peewee and I had my glove since 1st year novice and finally my glove can close

[@t0myTTV]

Awesome! Good luck!

[@massbuontempo]

Does this also work for a street hockey Warrior glove?

[@nicholaswilcox5019]

Love the new intro by the way

[@t0myTTV]

+Nicholas Wilcox Thanks, Nicholas!

[@uzolio]

Do you know if it will work with a ccm p2.9??

[@hex1334]

Hey Tomy, Great video, nice to see everything laid exactly as you need to do it. Just thought I would share something to help anyone that may have had problems with glove break ins. I have had problems breaking in a Vaughn pro return glove using Keeps33 four or five times at least, think it may have been a practice palm or something. Finally gave up and got a Passau 60 with a Maltese palm. I am amazed with the closure and feel of this glove straight out of the box. Have you tried any of the Passau gloves Tomy?

[@t0myTTV]

+hex1334 That's awesome! I tried a test set a couple years ago but haven't since then! Hoping to in the future, though!

[@damienburns1937]

Hey tom , where is the best place to get pad skinz

[@martens01]

Would using a boot dryer to dry the glove cause any issues?

[@tyvla3192]

This is actually very handy, just recently got a Vaughn V6 glove. Also, diggin the stubble Tommy.

[@t0myTTV]

+Alex Vela How do you like it so far? I've had a ton of people ask about V6 year but I've never tried it. And funny enough about the stubble.. I've just been too lazy to shave for a week, lololol. I've tried growing it out a bit, but it never quite looks right. It'll be gone tonight, ha!

[@nvator1205]

+GoalieCreaseNet Lol, it's actually very nice. I got the one piece cuff 2200. Vaughn tends to be a bit stiff but after a week it closes pretty easy, and great protection.

[@tyvla3192]

+GoalieCreaseNet I love the catching style of play, and the Vaughn gloves have absolutely HUGE pockets

[@t0myTTV]

Awesome! Definitely has a big pocket, especially if you get the double T, I've noticed. Glad to hear you're happy with it!

[@nelsonserpa5128]

Will this work for a CCM r1.9 Intermediate glove or just pro glove?

[@Thedominatorimatator]

Awesome this worked great

[@tanguay.3876]

Hey Tomy, i was curious if you could make either a strapping system video, or how you wash your gear, because I've read and heard of a LOT of horrible methods regarding both topics xD you're the ONLY legit goalie sight (guy) imo who knows what the hell he's talking about without sounding like "I'm being paid to say this" you call it like it is, but i know you have tons on your plate! it'd just be really helpful to those of us who admire your play!

[@t0myTTV]

+Jonathan Buckland Hey, Jonathan! First, I really appreciate your feedback! That's absolutely right: I'm very transparent about the pros and cons of everything, and I love helping out. For strapping system I've talked about it a few times in my goalie hangouts, which I try to do 2-4 times/year, but the problem with that is it can be highly dependent on the style of the goalie and the pad model. I can see what I can do, though! Now, for washing my gear, one of my first reviews ever was the Rocket Sport Wash, which works AWESOME. Here's the review.. enjoy! kzbin.info/www/bejne/o6jKhWuijpVkmbc

[@skylaryoung3556]

This worked the best

[@porterpanchyshyn6701]

Will this work with the 1s glove or will it make the glove all funny because of the digital printed graphics?

[@witheredeyeproductrions5768]

Great tutorial. I have a Brian's Subzero 3, 1 piece. They steamed and wrapped the glove when I bought it and I have done your method as well. Can your method be repeated multiple times?

[@t0myTTV]

Thank you! You can absolutely repeat it multiple times. The most I've ever had to do it was twice, though I'm sure some others have done it more.

[@gregorybates9964]

Tried it on my glove and worked great! I'd like it to be a little more easy to close than it currently is though. Would doing this twice damage the glove?

[@joeybraglia4994]

yes i have the same question

[@tristanc5272]

It worked thanks

[@Kevin-oy1qp]

Hey nice video! What flex option did you choose for your premier pads? What ur outer break and core break option?

[@t0myTTV]

+Kevin Qiao Single outer/inner break and it's a straight angle. If you haven't see already, I did the unboxing here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZnerhqeCf7FkY8k and talked about them more in depth here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4WxlHSalrqBftU

[@bestkeeper14]

My Warrior G2 glove comes tonight, will be breaking it in this week for my game Thursday!!!

[@t0myTTV]

+Russell Dornisch (Russ) Awesome! Good luck, Russell!

[@itzspicey7173]

I'm most likely getting my G3's in June. I'm just afraid of the water in the glove. Is it for sure ok???

[@t0myTTV]

It's for sure okay, Kyle. It won't be a problem one bit.

[@jacobcantin6064]

Thank you very munch! It works very well !

[@t0myTTV]

+jacob 10666 Awesome, Jacob! Very glad to hear it!

[@doc325]

I currently use a Brian's Subzero 3 pro 1pc cuff, and I followed this video, and the break in went so much smoother! Question, every since T-ball I've had the same problem, I can't catch. For the catching impaired goalies that are starting for a D3 team at 39 yrs old no one has ever heard of (by default as no other goalie was available), any suggestions for gloves that would help. Primary action is the puck bounces off the cuff (if it hits the netting, rarely, it stays), at least if I'm anywhere near the puck with my glove, and I'm sure my head tracking is probably just awful. So outside wearing a glove the size of those foam #1 hands, what else would you suggest as this team really has zero alternatives for a tender. Sincerely, We Are Marshall, and We Are probably screwed two seasons in a row...

[@t0myTTV]

Funny enough, I had the same issue. I grew up playing baseball, and so when I switched to goalie it was a hassle, and then trying to play baseball years ago I had a problem trying to go back. One thing you might consider is the CCM 600 series, which in my opinion feels a lot like a baseball glove.

[@geordenotterbein9097]

I have the new brians g-netek pro 3 and I play rep hockey. would this work and would it make the palm protection weaker?

[@t0myTTV]

It works just fine.

[@horksmma]

Got a Vaughn V6 1000 pro. Thanks it works

[@t0myTTV]

Awesome! Glad it helped, Bookit!

[@penguingames6804]

Work perfectly for my new Premier glove, thank you!

[@t0myTTV]

Awesome, Penguin! Glad to hear it!

[@blaze791]

PenguinGames yea I have the cam premiere r 1s

[@blaze791]

GoalieCreaseNet my ccm premier glove is really good

[@camalter21]

Just got a gnetik pro 2 and I'm a little nervous about where to put the weight on it, where on the glove does it work the best?

[@t0myTTV]

+Cam Alter I used to do it on the thumb protection until I dented a glove, lol. Granted, the dent "undented" itself, but now I recommend putting it directly on the break itself, making sure NOT to put it on the hard thumb protector. Hope that helps, Cam!

[@cloutgoalie1524]

Is there something i could do wrong that would ruin my glove? I'm really worried about that method. (Im from germany so sorry if there are any grammar mistakes)

[@KRug47]

I have never tried this but I see a potential issue with his last step which could possibly crush the structure of your glove depending on the weight and where it sits. Water doesn't seem like it would effect the goalie in any negative way as it is going to be wet every time you play with it so that shouldn't be a big deal.

[@t0myTTV]

Nope!

[@srich8251]

I used this method for my sons new glove during his Senior H.S. season (division 1, he ranked 2nd in the state at the end of it all) worked great, just got a new glove for his college team and about to use this method again. Right now he's still using that old glove, but the colors are different from the college,... can't have that.

[@SG-mq7tm]

Hey Tommy, I just got a new glove and blocker, how can I prevent them from getting crusty? Or how can I get rid of the crust if/when it comes?

[@t0myTTV]

If you air it out after every use, it'll never come! But if it does... the only thing you can really do is apply leather softener to the inside of the glove. The crust is from damage from the sweat that breaks down the material. Good luck!

[@menziesgaming2757]

can you do a review on the new Bauer 1s equipment because I'm 13 years old and have a full set and love them so if you could make a review because I want to see your opinion on them thanks!

[@wgoalie19]

You have the 1s full set at age 13!? You must be rich to afford top of the line equipment that'll last you a year until you grow

[@t0myTTV]

If I get the chance to use the set a ton, I certainly will!

[@precast1638]

Dang tommy new intro looking awesome

[@t0myTTV]

+Ldogs Thanks, Ldogs!

[@pancakeshockey6129]

hi tomy when i used this break in method for the glove it worked, but then the next day it wad really stiff again. do you know why

[@t0myTTV]

+Pancakes Hockey Weird! I've never had that happen. If I were you, I'd just do it over again, and this time make sure to time it so that you can use the glove the same night as the second part of the process so that you can physically break it in a little more on the ice before it can have an opportunity to dry out and get stiff again. Hope that helps, Pancakes!

[@senca2778]

hi I have a ccm pro eflex 2 glove. Will it work for this type of glove. I just wan to know for sure before I do it. Also if you put the water in the glove like you did does it ruin any protection because I dont want a lot of stingers.

[@t0myTTV]

+Matthew Spadaro Absolutely! I did it on my EFlex2 glove and it worked beautifully. And using water won't damage the glove whatsoever. It's just water; sweat is way worse than water for the leather! You won't have any problems at all. Good luck!

[@tendy3054]

I'm not sure if you would know the answer to this but would this method work with the new Bauer s190s like would the water affect the new materials?

[@t0myTTV]

It will absolutely work with it. Won't affect the new materials whatsoever.

[@zicogaming3410]

Would this work good on a Vaughn velocity V6 glove that I've had for about a little less than a year

[@srich8251]

Yes

[@TheGerbser]

I’ve done this about 3 times now with my CCM Premier II glove, game ready palm, used the thing about 15 times on ice. It is still extremely stiff and I can’t even close it. What now....

[@Username-ws8zt]

TheGerbser same I have a eflex 3 glove and can't break it in it's been 2 years

[@benjibannz]

I have the revolution 597 by CCM and it just won’t break in

[@thebig2er]

CCM glove. Two years old and I’ve done this at least three times. Wont close once it dries. When still wet it is perfect but once it dries it’s like you have wasted 36 hours. CCM seems to have this issue a lot with their gloves

[@FuryHockeyBoy21]

My vaughn V6 1100i Pro custom spec glove is really hard to close even after this process. Ive tried other techniques but none seem to work. So I thought If I cant close it are there any exercises I can do to strengthen my hand.

[@t0myTTV]

You can work on your grip strength. One common one is to get a wood dowel, tie a rope on it, and at the end of the rope put like a milk jug with water or concrete in it. Roll it up, roll it down, over and over. Works on your forearms and grip strength. Good luck!

[@nolant794]

Just ordered a v7 xf glove from Vaughn with the pro padding. heard it will be a little harder to close with the extra padding. will this method do the trick?

[@t0myTTV]

+Nolan Taylor It absolutely should!

[@kolterm.6502]

What pads did you prefer the Bauer Supreme 1S OD1N or the CCM Premier? What about their mitts?

[@t0myTTV]

+EverythingGoalie Goalies I can't say one way or the other since I only got to use the OD1Ns for a day. But I can say I LOVE my Premiers, and just released the review today!

[@drbl1499]

OMG THIS METHOD BROKE MYY GLOVE IN SO EASILY BEFORE I HHAD BRIANS H SERIES I HATED IT THE GLOVE RIPPED AND I FELT THE PUCK SHOTS ALL THEE TIMEE I HAVE A NEW CCM PREMIER AND I USED UR METHOD AND THIS IS THE BEEST GLOVE EVER!!!!!

[@t0myTTV]

Awesome! Very glad to hear it! Good luck!

[@TheSilverFX]

My new glove is pretty stiff to open but ok for closure, could I just do the last step to make it open wide or it would be recommended to do all the steps from the start until the end to make sure it opens up easily?

[@t0myTTV]

You absolutely can do just the last step, too!

[@ironhidescustoms4909]

im getting new blocker and catcher should i use my new blocker while my new catcher gets broken in?

[@t0myTTV]

Jacob Mendoza To be honest I always recommend using both at the same time. Especially nowadays, break in is pretty easy. So I think you’d be fine to use both from the start, even if it’s still a little wet from this method. Good luck!

[@Andygarrett357]

My Vaughn Carbon VF7 will be undergoing break-in starting tomorrow (according to UPS delivery schedule).

[@t0myTTV]

+Andy Garrett How'd it go, Andy?!

[@Andygarrett357]

Very good, I love them. They are too short, 33+1, probably need 33+3, but since I am getting back into playing are fine for awhile.

[@Andygarrett357]

Oh, this is the gloves!!! Great, I love them too, no stingers.

[@t0myTTV]

Awesome!

[@yvonnelou8666]

Would you reccomend the single t or the double t for a goalie catcher? What are the advantages and disadvantages for both?

[@t0myTTV]

+yvonne Lou I always use a single T simply because I think it looks better. But the supposed benefit of a double T is that it cradles the puck a bit better than a single T. Whether that's true or not, I don't really know. But more and more NHLers who used to use single Ts are now using double. Pretty interesting.

[@peterstoeckner1014]

I just picked up a CCM Extreme Flex E 3.9 Int Glove, can someone give me some tips on how to break it in.

[@marcsamyn1049]

Pete _dagoalie35 he just made a video

[@devitopaul]

I strongly suggest, once the glove is soaked putting it in the freezer overnight, the reason being that when you freeze water it expands 10% so you wind up stretching the Leather at a cellular level, otherwise the method here works pretty well.

[@keanunel4200]

for gloves is there any advantages for a double t pocket or is it just for looks?

[@t0myTTV]

The supposed benefit is that it cradles the puck better, but I've never seen any evidence of that.

[@waywardanddown2904]

On the second step do you put Water in the palm or just on the outside of the cuff???

[@raywuf]

wayward anddown it runs down inside of where your fingers go

[@jethrojim219]

I really want to try this method as my goalie glove is a bit too big for my hand and it;s difficult for me to close it completely however i am not sure as to where to put the weights on my glove please help!

[@t0myTTV]

Best bet is just to follow the directions in the video, and I show on it where to put the weights. I can't describe it better than how I show it in the video, haha!

[@jethrojim219]

Ok thank you!

[@ethanbartucca5570]

If I used this method, then didn't use the glove for a while, would the foam under my palm become dry and crusty? Or does that only happen with sweat?

[@t0myTTV]

Only with sweat!

[@valenmoore66]

would it work on a street hockey glove? (i dont know if it will mess it up)

[@michaelbotelho4711]

Valen Moore probably

[@Raze_48]

Do you think using this method with a new Bauer S170 glove should be ok? Not high end by any stretch but I'm a discount goalie... lol

[@t0myTTV]

I think it should work. I just might not put it under something too heavy; just enough to make it go down. You'll need to manually break that one in more since they're cheaper materials. Good luck!!

[@nagromrennaw9149]

Just out of curiosity, would using a skate oven or microwave heat up the foams the same as hot water? I have a Vaughn glove I got yesterday and was not really wanting to get glove wet. would any of those work?

[@nagromrennaw9149]

+GoalieCreaseNet thanks it does

[@t0myTTV]

Awesome! Good luck!

[@SecretMilkshake]

Is there anything bad about putting the trapper open under the bowflex? Last time I did that I got a flappy palm and it didn't close correctly (then again it was a Bauer One70) but did you do this with your NXG's? If so did it work the same?

[@SecretMilkshake]

+Eric Schmidley (Schmids) hey babe 😘🐓

[@t0myTTV]

+Shane Gaglione I'd say the issue in your case is that it was a One70 glove; I should've said I really only recommend this method for pro gloves, as the senior and lesser gloves tend to have more fragile materials. Now, I DID do this with my NXG glove and it worked BEAUTIFULLY, no problems at all. But you're right that the "lesser" gloves can become floppy in this method, though again it's all about what you want from the glove. Hope that helps!

[@SecretMilkshake]

+GoalieCreaseNet that helps a lot. I've been trying to break in this Rinne pro stock NXG and it will shut but not easily. Definitely going to put it face open under some weights tonight after running it under hot water and all that jazz. Thank you!

[@t0myTTV]

Are you sure it's a pro palm or is it perhaps his practice glove? If it's the latter, no matter how much breaking-in you do, it'll likely never close all that well. Doesn't hurt to give it a try, though! Good luck!

[@SecretMilkshake]

+GoalieCreaseNet I can definitely tell it's not a practice glove because I could shut it right out of the box and it can fap easily during hockey season. I just want it to be able to shut easily even after a few weeks of not being on the ice.

[@MCCrusherz]

Hey, GoaileCreaseNet I did what you said but when I put it so the palm is face down and when I took it out I could not close it all the way.

[@t0myTTV]

+MC Crusherz If that happens, do the first part of the break in method again and you'll be fine.

[@MCCrusherz]

+GoalieCreaseNet Thanks

[@jonathanfernando4412]

Hey goalie crease, my glove is pretty worked in after this process but not fully. Any other steps for help it work faster because i have a tournament this weekend. Thanks

[@t0myTTV]

+Jonathan Fernando If it doesn't work fully the first time, sometimes I'll rewet it an redo the first part of it again. Since you have a tournament this weekend, I'd suggest timing it so that the end of the process coincides with a game day. That way you can immediately physically break in the glove. Hope that helps!

[@jonathanfernando4412]

+GoalieCreaseNet thanks! That really helps

[@t0myTTV]

Awesome! You're very welcome, Jonathan! Good luck in your tournament!

[@lennydormio1378]

On the 12 hour break in part what would happen if you break the glove in for 15 hours instead of 12 hours

[@t0myTTV]

Not a big deal at all. I just recommend 12. It's totally subjective.

[@tortilla2187]

Does this work for smaller kids gloves too, junior-intermediate?

[@t0myTTV]

Yup!

[@Tyler-wh7pm]

I just got my new glove and used it for a few ice times and realized it was super stiff and hard to close so I used ur method and it's so easy now... thank you tommy :)

[@t0myTTV]

Awesome! Glad to hear it, Tyler!

[@MHT189]

if you use this method on a glove that has been used for a few months will it harm the foams in the glove?

[@t0myTTV]

Not at all.. I've done that and it works great.

[@tristinmuir3203]

Would you recommend this method for the CCM Premier R1.9?

[@t0myTTV]

Absolutely.

[@Ich_liebe_Deutschland]

I tried this with my sons G-Netik 8.0 and the first part worked just fine, but after doing the second part it went back to being hard to shut and he can hardly open it. I'm guessing I did something wrong but not sure what. Any suggestions?

[@t0myTTV]

Hmmm, that's odd! My only other recommendation would be to time it so that the end of the second part coincides with a game night so that he's able to use it and physically break it in, as well. See if that works!

[@alexliao3986]

Hey! I'm having a little trouble. I have the CCM E3.9 Intermediate sized Glove and its a very good glove but I am still having trouble closing it after 1 season. I have done the keeps method twice already and still no results. I am not sure if it is because my hand is too small or if it is the glove. I have noticed that there is a point near the bottom on the glove near the break. When i close the glove, there is still around an inch or 2 of space between the palm and the fingers. On the bottom, there seems to be a stiff part of the glove that is preventing the fingers from closing all the way. Is there something that I did wrong? Or would it be either the glove being dysfunctional or my hand being too small. Its nearing the end of the season so I have the rest of the summer to fix this. Looking forward to a response! Thanks

[@alexliao3986]

Also I know im a little late here lol

[@NightWarp]

I have the same issue, pro glove premier 2. Int interior SR exterior. Did this method and it was better... while the glove was a bit wet still. once it dried.. it was back to previous state.

[@juusolaine911]

Doesn’t the foams and proctection get ruined?

[@denizakyurek3987]

Might be why, I tried this method on my glove and did not use it until a week after, and at that point they were crusty. Should I try it again right before a practice/game?

[@t0myTTV]

+DNA Absolutely! I've done that before.. did a quick break-in and it worked beautifully. It can still be a bit wet, so just put a towel in the glove and try to shove your hand in there to soak some of it up.

[@cragortoz]

Hello. I kinda feel like this is a stupid question. but i'm new to galtending so i'm going to go ahead and ask anyway... I just got a new Catcher. ordered it online And i'm having problems breaking it in. When i have my hand stuffed in there, like all the way in there i cannot close the glove because the break is on the middle of my hand. The glove should fit me according to the size chart and it does not come in bigger sizes than SR of course .. But when i wear the glove more loose and dont stick my hand completely in. so my palm does not touch the inside of the pocket completely - i am able to close the glove quite easy. So my question it; Is the glove too big? too small? It this the way gloves are suppose to fit? Sorry for my poor english. i appreciate any response.

[@t0myTTV]

That's very interesting, and I haven't heard of that before. I'd suggest playing around with any hand and wrist strapping that might be on your glove. See if any combination lets it stay on the hand in the right position. If not, perhaps the addition of a golfing glove will help! That's what Lundy does.

[@cragortoz]

Sorry for the wall of text. But im trying hard to figure this out. Its a Vaughn Ventus LT88 glove. It only has a strap over the hand so i dont have super much to adjust. Ive used your break-in method once and im really thinking about using it again. It closes very easy after first phase where you close the glove. But after turning it around and putting weight on the back to open the glove it turned hard to close again. About the finger placement and how far i can reach inside the glove. If i press with both hands i can- with the tip of my fingers- reach the end of the finger stall. So i dont think the glove is too big for me. ( Maybe a little too small ? ) I tried loosening the wrist strap and the glove seemed a little easier to close. not much though. also i have to mention my wrist kinda twists right at the strap. How many times can i use this method? As many times as it takes for the glove to close easy?

[@matthew2129]

Will this change the interior of the glove when i do step 2?

[@t0myTTV]

Nope!

[@Joseph-mz4ic]

will this work on a new bauer supreme s29? plz respond

[@t0myTTV]

Absolutely! Though it is a lesser quality glove, so it can take a little longer or a few times of doing it to break it in.

[@Joseph-mz4ic]

@@t0myTTV thank u so much! this video really helped!

[@bee9026]

tomy, i just bought the bauer 7000 glove and i'm not sure about crushing the glove while it's open (the additional step). do you have any other alternative rather than crushing it? because i have a bad experience when i do that part.

[@t0myTTV]

To be fairly honest, the only alternative is to simply use it.

[@bee9026]

alright then. i just finished the second step (crushed the glove while it closed) and i don't have a fan to dry it up. is it ok if i use hair dryer or should i just open the cuff and expose the inside part?

[@t0myTTV]

Just open the cuff and expose it. I wouldn't use a hair dryer; that applies additional heat to it. We just want to air dry it so it's ready for your next outing. In fact, it's best if it's slightly damp when you use it next.. should break-in very well!

[@bee9026]

thanks mate, u da real mvp

[@t0myTTV]

Haha, thanks, man!

[@goalieboarder8931]

Have you heard if this works to loosen a Warrior G3 even more?

[@t0myTTV]

It absolutely will. I've heard from several with the G3 and it worked like a charm.