New Shoulder Pads

[Ogie Oglethorpe 14]

I saw them at the show and I wouldn't suggest them because there are a couple design flaws that I think could result in injury.

There is a lot of uncovered hard plastic that is dangerous to others. The fact that the caps don't move also requires you to be hit just right for them to protect you. I think they have potential but need some refinements.

The old Tom Poti add is in USA Hockey Mag with him wearing Farrell. Beyond what you mentioned, Chadd, there is no center sternum protection nor a spine-guard of any kind.

I do agree that they look like they'd be comfy and not to hot, but poor choice in the areas selected for the plastic protection (why two small pieces over the nipples?). Also, *QUITE* expensive at $150 a pop!

[Steve123 0]

I saw them at the show and I wouldn't suggest them because there are a couple design flaws that I think could result in injury.

There is a lot of uncovered hard plastic that is dangerous to others. The fact that the caps don't move also requires you to be hit just right for them to protect you. I think they have potential but need some refinements.

The old Tom Poti add is in USA Hockey Mag with him wearing Farrell. Beyond what you mentioned, Chadd, there is no center sternum protection nor a spine-guard of any kind.

I do agree that they look like they'd be comfy and not to hot, but poor choice in the areas selected for the plastic protection (why two small pieces over the nipples?). Also, *QUITE* expensive at $150 a pop!

I got them for 115 they're just 150 directly from Farrell. Just to let you know there is padding on the center velcro strap, but I still see what you mean.

[lampliter87 8]

easton stealth s9, offer alot of mobility

yeah i agree

ive had these pads for 8 months or so... the mobility is great and they dont sacrifice protection at all...

i like them loads more then my old bauer 6000's

[shooter27 117]

Has anyone had the chance to try the new TPS R8 Shoulder Pad? To me they look pretty similar to the Farrell's, but with a little more substantial shoulder caps and I wanted to see if anyone had an opinion. Thanks.

[elevation 1]

I got them and like them a lot. The Coolmax lining works, they are not hot, as I was afraid of, the weight is ok also. Very good flexible protection for chest/back, those diamonds got plastic inserts in the R8s and doing a real good job. A little bulky shoulders, but I got used to it (coming from Vector 6)

[duch 0]

One word RBK. Best shoulder pads on the market for protection. I use the middle of the line 6K and their good for just about any level of play.If your a more serious player in high contact I'd move up to the 7K or 9K. A bit on the bulky side but excellent shock absorption properties.

[jon93 0]

I do agree that they look like they'd be comfy and not to hot, but poor choice in the areas selected for the plastic protection (why two small pieces over the nipples?). Also, *QUITE* expensive at $150 a pop!

I'm pretty sure you can move the plastic caps around anywhere

[ThePurpleCobra 0]

i wear farrell's, (shoulder pads and elbow pads) the shoulder pads are great for movement and most protection but i have separated my shoulder with them just by a stick check. The elbow pads don't do much

[hockeytim18 0]

I just bought new shoulder pads last night. Really didn't want to pay the price but I ended up getting the NBH One 90's.

I tried on everything and these were the best. The fit is what got me. I felt like the shoulder pads really conformed to me not just put on over my shoulders.

Mobility is great on these things. I get to test them out in a few hours so I'll get to see how good of protection they are.

[Steve123 0]

I do agree that they look like they'd be comfy and not to hot, but poor choice in the areas selected for the plastic protection (why two small pieces over the nipples?). Also, *QUITE* expensive at $150 a pop!

I'm pretty sure you can move the plastic caps around anywhere

No, you can move them around a little, but there is only a small section of velcro on each side to attach them to.

[tjdangles 0]

i really like the one90 sp's. good protection, light, big caps that sit low so you do not notice them. i like them and would definately reccomend them. if you wanted to wit for the new models. the new ccm and new nbh xxxx sp is real nice.

[k-ody.m 0]

i wear farrell's, (shoulder pads and elbow pads) the shoulder pads are great for movement and most protection but i have separated my shoulder with them just by a stick check. The elbow pads don't do much

you use farrell elbow pads to?

[Doctor Hook 0]

i wear farrell's, (shoulder pads and elbow pads) the shoulder pads are great for movement and most protection but i have separated my shoulder with them just by a stick check.

Wow...not a ringing endorsement!

[k-ody.m 0]

has anyone tried the new TPS R8 shoulders, i can get a pair for cheap jsut want some feed back first :) thanks in advance

[BobMcRobertson 0]

Whats the word on the Bauer Supreme Classics? Been thinking about trying them.........

[Btell 2]

Whats the word on the Bauer Supreme Classics? Been thinking about trying them.........

I have a different brand but they are similar to those. Only dislike is they tend to move around more than some of the bulkier pads but they still provide enough protection.

[sied00 0]

Whats the word on the Bauer Supreme Classics? Been thinking about trying them.........

Just got them, very light,great mobility, perfect pads for no contact league

[BobMcRobertson 0]

Whats the word on the Bauer Supreme Classics? Been thinking about trying them.........

Just got them, very light,great mobility, perfect pads for no contact league

Are they bulky? Are they comparable to the Sherwood 5030's?

[Jarick 5]

Any one used the Bauer Supreme 30's? I'm using the 5030's and took a pretty hard shot in the abs where there's no padding, looking at getting something with a bit more protection in the spine and abs.

[Leafsrok 0]

the best shoulder pads ive ever owned are my Eastons. every model of Eastons ive tried are extremely mobile and great for contact players

[TBLfan 25]

Whats the word on the Bauer Supreme Classics? Been thinking about trying them.........

Just got them, very light,great mobility, perfect pads for no contact league

Are they bulky? Are they comparable to the Sherwood 5030's?

Very comparable... But I like the NBH's better. Although taking a puck to the 10" gap I have from my pants to the bottom of the shoulder pads hurts like hell.

[bobovski 1]

Very comparable... But I like the NBH's better. Although taking a puck to the 10" gap I have from my pants to the bottom of the shoulder pads hurts like hell.

Simple solution: drink more beer. Gotta get some padding in there somehow...

[Fury of One 6]

I use the Supreme 10's. Low profile and they cover up the gut. Don't play contact but any bumps I've taken were absorbed well.

[sied00 0]

Whats the word on the Bauer Supreme Classics? Been thinking about trying them.........

Just got them, very light,great mobility, perfect pads for no contact league

Are they bulky? Are they comparable to the Sherwood 5030's?

not bulky at all, I tried them both on both fit very similar both are lace up front and back, the shoulder caps are a bit bigger on the bauers and sit on top of the shoulder as opposed to the 5030 which sit a bit more forward