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Best gear of the year
New gear drops every season and it's tough to know what's worth the money. These earned top marks this year.
Top Rated Goalie Pads
Goalie pads
Bauer Vapor Flylite Goalie Pads
The Bauer Vapor FlyLite goalie pads are the lightest and fastest pads Bauer has ever made. Built for elite mobility and rebound control, the FlyLite line is perfect for reactive goalies who want pro-level performance with next-gen sliding and seal.
Read the pad reviews: Bauer Vapor Flylite Goalie PadsBest Overall
Goalie masks
CCM Axis XF Goalie Mask
CCM’s premium mask offering for this year. Highly protective & comfortable.
Read the mask reviews: CCM Axis XF Goalie Mask
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