Idea for gear developers: Padded pads

[Petey21 1]

There have been alot of head injuries that could've probably been avoided if the elbow and shoulder pads have been made differently. What's the point of making the caps on these two pieces of gear rock hard? Wouldn't it be possible to add an outer layer of padding, making them softer if someone gets hit by a shoulder or elbow to the face? The only drawbacks I could see would be a bit bulkier equipment, but with the safety concerns that are common nowadays (changing the board glass, new rules and whatnot), wouldn't this be a good idea for the manufacturers to consider? I don't know if there are any people representing for example Reebok or Bauer reading these boards, but if so, maybe this idea would be worth taking into consideration in order to prevent head injuries. Just my two cents.

[Gummer12 134]

NHL mandated the soft caps over the last couple years for both Shoulders and Elbows.

Also, this is an interesting read posted earlier..

http://www.modsquadhockey.com/forums/index.php?/topic/58961-possible-asssist-to-concussions-article/

[malcb33 100]

Good timing, I'm sure quite a few people just saw the section on HNIC where they just showed a new type of CCM shoulder pad using HD foam on the outside. The league is supposably trying to get players into this new style padding this season. They said the caps flexed a little and they were ultra light...

[DarkStar50 680]

NFL players have smaller shoulder pads than NHLers. I put this question to some R & D guys at one company 6 years ago.

[JR Boucicaut 3810]

The new CL has a blend of U+ Foam. The only thing that is "hard" are the spine and sternum plates. It is pretty impressive.

[Gefiltefish 9]

The new CL has a blend of U+ Foam. The only thing that is "hard" are the spine and sternum plates. It is pretty impressive.

I believe they showed the new CL on the Hotstove segment of HNIC tonight...

[Chadd 916]

I believe they showed the new CL on the Hotstove segment of HNIC tonight...

That's what they were. I'm a big fan of those shoulders, really think they will do well at retail.

[skyscrape 5]

Nice! If only they offer a big size!

[SolidifiedPenguin 0]

Some warrior has padding on the outside as well, on their shoulders and elbows.

[mwerth 5]

The new CL has a blend of U+ Foam. The only thing that is "hard" are the spine and sternum plates. It is pretty impressive.

Is there any Jofa R&D behind these pads? I'm not sure how much of the Jofa tech is used in CCM gear, but I would hope they carry some over to their line like Reebok does. As someone who has suffered a couple shoulder injuries, the softer shoulder cap makes me a skeptic. I would be more inclined to trust the product if the Jofa name is behind it, though.

[malcb33 100]

I hope posting a picture is OK since it was on national TV last night in Canada. My apologies in advance if not.

[Gummer12 134]

Here's My solution...

[Chadd 916]

I hope posting a picture is OK since it was on national TV last night in Canada. My apologies in advance if not.

That's a pretty good look at my next pair of shoulders. I just wish the sternum protection was smaller. I guess I just need to get smaller up top so that doesn't stick out as much. The pads are incredibly comfortable and there's nothing on them that will retain sweat/water.

[JR Boucicaut 3810]

Is there any Jofa R&D behind these pads? I'm not sure how much of the Jofa tech is used in CCM gear, but I would hope they carry some over to their line like Reebok does. As someone who has suffered a couple shoulder injuries, the softer shoulder cap makes me a skeptic. I would be more inclined to trust the product if the Jofa name is behind it, though.

No, Laura Gibson at CCM did a great job with them. The shoulder cap is the NHL-spec with the U-foam cover.

[BoDangles 0]

A pad that is safe for both players and looks good, congrats to CCM, lets hope we see more companies follow.

[JR Boucicaut 3810]

Both Warrior and CCM's pads at retail last year were NHL-spec. This isn't anything new in terms of shoulder caps.

[BoDangles 0]

My bad. I haven't been in the market for pads for a while, so I didn't really pay attention.

Though I guess that means it's good that they're starting to become noticed and are showing up on shows like HNIC

[dsjunior1388 81]

NHL mandated the soft caps over the last couple years for both Shoulders and Elbows.

Also, this is an interesting read posted earlier..

http://www.modsquadh...__fromsearch__1

Could just be my computer/internet but this link isn't working.

[AIREAYE 248]

Both Warrior and CCM's pads at retail last year were NHL-spec. This isn't anything new in terms of shoulder caps.

I know the Projekts and U+ Pros were NHL-spec, but what about the rest of the line? (Fit09, Franchise?)

Great to see the CCM name brand getting more exposure for this. I've noticed many players this year using the U+Pro pad and the introduction of the CL will only further pave the way for the CCM name to get more market share in the protective section traditionally dominated by Reebok (yeah, same company I know).

[Fire Walker 22]

Does Bauer or any other manufacturers have a comparable pad coming out?

[Outcast_Flyer 0]

What's the release date on the U+CL?

[wrangler 157]

Could just be my computer/internet but this link isn't working.

It doesn't work for me, either.

[Gummer12 134]

Topic got moved...here's the article posted

http://www.thestar.c...-athletes-heads

But lets keep the conversation per that topic in This thread.

[JR Boucicaut 3810]

Does Bauer or any other manufacturers have a comparable pad coming out?

Bauer will not have a NHL-spec shoulder cap at retail for 2012.

[dave from down low hockey 0]

here is a link to the video. skip to 5:45

http://www.cbc.ca/sports/hockeynightincanada/hotstove/video/#id=2164863714&tab=1