Bauer "Flex-Free" shinpads

[hawkeyfan 36]

alright.  Wondering about the Vapor Line shins that have the "Flex-Free" zone.  That zone is to aid in???  Does this only work if you tuck your tounges underneath?  Or does it help if you shins are long?  OR???

Note: I picked some of these up for my boy and trying to understand the benefit, before he plays in them?  I think they are too short and that may be part of my problem...

[krisdrum 233]

As a former user, I only really see the flex zone being effective if you run a longer shin over your tongue.  The idea is the portion of the shin that covers the tongue and upper part of the boot can flex forward as you stride and keep your knees bent.  Mine were too short as well, so I've sold them.