Goalie Leg Guards

[perfektspace]

Of the Maxlax, Rebel, and Brown (has anyone tried these?) leg guards what do you think is best and why? Are the Maxlax 2005's a big improvement over the 1000's?

[Stonewall35]

Of the Maxlax, Rebel, and Brown (has anyone tried these?) leg guards what do you think is best and why? Are the Maxlax 2005's a big improvement over the 1000's?

I have a pair of MaxLax MXSH-1000 and Rebel Pro leg pads each.

The MaxLax MXSH-1000 leg pads are lighter and easier to move in. However, the Rebel Pro leg pads are wider and more protective.

I did try out the MaxLax MXSH-2005 leg pads for one practice last summer. What I did find is that they are just as wide as Rebel Pro leg pads, but are even more protective overall, especially in the calf area.

I have yet to try out the Brown leg pads. From talking to other goalies that have used them, I can say that you literally do not feel the ball when it hits you there. They are supposed to be the most protective leg pads on the market, even though they may look a bit robotic.

[BLC0529]

I use MaxLax 1000s right now--can't speak to if they're better/worse/comparable to the others 'cause I've never had the chance to try the Rebels or Brown's stormtrooper boots. I was under the general impression that a lot of the preference was geographically based--i.e., Rebels in the OLA and MaxLax in the WLA (with exceptions, of course)--due to where each company is based. I don't think I've EVER seen the Browns anywhere but online...but I'm in the US, so maybe they're a little more popular in the great white north than it seems.

The construction on my shins is simple, but effective. I was told by a fellow keeper that it would be wise to get some post fastners from the hardware store to keep in my bag because the rivits will break after taking a few direct shots. He was right, but it took at least a year before I had a rivit or two start popping...and it's a quick fix with the post fastners. As for protection: no question they are solid...the only "questionable experience" I've had was taking a hard outside shot right where the fold in the ankle is--foot went a little numb for the next few minutes--but it wasn't anything effected playing. Bottom line: easy to move in, easy to take care of, and provide great protection.

I saw the new MaxLax 2005s (well, actually they were the RBKs--but I'm pretty sure they're the same) when Miller and Roik got them at a Wings practice a few weeks ago. From what I could tell they were certainly a bit wider in the mid-calf compared to the last model. Another obvious difference was the foot protection--looks a little more robust, and the overall coverage of the sides/heel of the feet seemed to be much improved. Looking a bit closer, it also seemed like there was a new piece of padding on each inner/back calf.
I've heard some folks say that the construction of the old MaxLax irons could potentially be dangerous on the knees--personally, I've never experienced anything that lends itself to this claim, but I also wear kneepad/thighboards which might negate these problems--but I'm not sure if the knee construction has changed on the new model. Overall, it seems like they are a bit bigger (at least they look bigger) and they seem to have better protection.

Sorry for the long post--hope it helps, though...
--B

[laxgoalieking]

the 2005 own rebel,brown, and the 1000s.

thety are as big as modified rebels(ask stonewall), they have more proection on the sides opgf the leg and the knee. the foot si beter then the rebel foot but not as streamlined and protective as the brown.

[perfektspace]

Great posts! Thanks for the in depth reviews. There aren't any box stores around me (Syracuse area) so it helps to get a few opinions. I'm tempted to replace my 1000's with the 2005's, I've heard nothing but good things.

[Sycamorelax]

shin guards are for lil girls

[ORBulldogLAX]

right, I can see you've played a lot of box....

[Hooligan]

shin guards are for lil girls
Right... I implore anyone who shares Sycamore's opinion to play box goalie (and I'm not talking about indoor field either) without the protective gear. You do that for a season, and then you can speak his phrase without criticism.

BTW...anyone that insane shouldn't be walking the streets...

[ravens_4life]

I own maxlax 1000's and 2005's and i have to say the 2005's are a major step up. The new foot is so much bigger and more protective. The shins are alot wider and rap around the leg more then the 1000's. Plus the 05's have really padding on the sides of the legs unlike the 1000's. the knee is pretty much the same on both pads so knee pads under them is a good idea. All in all i would recemend the 05's forsure.

[laxgoalieking]

but be warned when the 05s take a direct shot to the toop of the knee the pastic willshift down ward but all you have to do is pull it up untill u here a pop, then u know its back up were it should be.

[goalieskcickay]

shin guards are for lil girls

NLL And Canadian BOXLA

Yeah, think about what you're saying before you say it.

[tomahawks11]

im not a goalie but i think the rebels are the best

[Stonewall35]

The construction on my shins is simple, but effective. I was told by a fellow keeper that it would be wise to get some post fastners from the hardware store to keep in my bag because the rivits will break after taking a few direct shots. He was right, but it took at least a year before I had a rivit or two start popping...and it's a quick fix with the post fastners. As for protection: no question they are solid...the only "questionable experience" I've had was taking a hard outside shot right where the fold in the ankle is--foot went a little numb for the next few minutes--but it wasn't anything effected playing. Bottom line: easy to move in, easy to take care of, and provide great protection.

I did notice that problem with the two-piece foot if the ball hits in between the two pieces of plastic there. What I had done to mine when I sent them away to BC for reconditioning in that area was to have them make a three-piece foot for extra protection. I do warn you though that the foot will not bend if you go down on your knees a lot.

[Boxla]

I have owned three different pairs of leg guards, the 2004 STX namis, 2003 Maxlax 1000s and I use the rebels now. My favourite pair were the STX namis because of the all around comfort and protection not to mention the size of them. But because of rules I can't wear them next season so I went out and got some rebels. The Maxlax ones were very good to me and none of the rivets ever broke. With the Maxlax pads I took a few balls to the side of the leg the hurt and from the top coming down onto my knee. My back up goalie back in Manitoba had the same pads and i think every rivet on his at some point broke. The rebel pads now are pretty good, comfortable, big (after a little work) and protective, except on the knees the tend to sag forward in ur stance so i bought some hockey goalie knee pads problem solved.

[laxgoalieking]

I have owned three different pairs of leg guards, the 2004 STX namis, 2003 Maxlax 1000s and I use the rebels now. My favourite pair were the STX namis because of the all around comfort and protection not to mention the size of them. But because of rules I can't wear them next season so I went out and got some rebels. The Maxlax ones were very good to me and none of the rivets ever broke. With the Maxlax pads I took a few balls to the side of the leg the hurt and from the top coming down onto my knee. My back up goalie back in Manitoba had the same pads and i think every rivet on his at some point broke. The rebel pads now are pretty good, comfortable, big (after a little work) and protective, except on the knees the tend to sag forward in ur stance so i bought some hockey goalie knee pads problem solved.

if tghe sag all yiou have to do is tighten the top strap a littile or take it off complete, i did that and they were way more flexible. the new foot on the 05s is amazing there are no gaps anywhere, much like rebels.

boxla-did you het yours and spred them out?

[RedBird1]

go with the pro REBEL pads. Those are the best. I have a pair in all black. They are very sturdy and well made. They're made in Canada which I like. They have leather straps like hockey pads and tons of protection. They're solid. I went from STXs to them and there was a huge difference. They make a nice hollow sound when you make a kick save. And you can also step on them to widen them easily. Most pros use REBEL. I hope that that doesnt mean they'll all have to wear RBK leg pads for the new season.

[Boxla]

if tghe sag all yiou have to do is tighten the top strap a littile or take it off complete, i did that and they were way more flexible. the new foot on the 05s is amazing there are no gaps anywhere, much like rebels.

boxla-did you het yours and spred them out?

I like to keep the top knee strap loose, that way they appear to cover more space to the shooter, (cause the sag closer). And I think all goalies can agree the the more 5 hole u can cover whether its a dellusion or not the better. Just like if u hold ur stick slanted instead of straight up and down. As for spreading out the rebels I'll pm u about that.

[laxgoalieking]

go with the pro REBEL pads. Those are the best. I have a pair in all black. They are very sturdy and well made. They're made in Canada which I like. They have leather straps like hockey pads and tons of protection. They're solid. I went from STXs to them and there was a huge difference. They make a nice hollow sound when you make a kick save. And you can also step on them to widen them easily. Most pros use REBEL. I hope that that doesnt mean they'll all have to wear RBK leg pads for the new season.
most pros USED rebel now they all use maxlax, the rebel is better then the stx shins but maxlax is better then rebel pros, and to stretch them out so they saty, just heat them up with a heat gun then plca a board and some weights on them to keep them equal.

[RedBird1]

most pros USED rebel now they all use maxlax, the rebel is better then the stx shins but maxlax is better then rebel pros, and to stretch them out so they saty, just heat them up with a heat gun then plca a board and some weights on them to keep them equal.

I found the majority used REBEL. I know alot of them use MaxLax as well. I've never used MaxLax in a game, but I know they are well made. I've always been a fan of the REBEL pads. I also they they are the most asthetically designed as well imo.

[laxgoalieking]

now ALL PROS were MAXLAX aka RBK, if rebel were althleticly designed why do most reaction goalies wear maxla(rbk) elliuk, dissher, king. and most angle goalies wear rebel, watson, dietrich adn cosmo.?

[perfektspace]

now ALL PROS were MAXLAX aka RBK, if rebel were althleticly designed why do most reaction goalies wear maxla(rbk) elliuk, dissher, king. and most angle goalies wear rebel, watson, dietrich adn cosmo.?

I think he meant "aesthetically". I would have to agree that the rebels look a little cooler.

[laxcanada]

i find the broun look cool but i have to say i like the rebels better and has anyone tried the stx pads?

[Storm21]

one of my buddies has them he says the work good...but i dont really like the look

[laxcanada]

in nb the provincial goalies get all new stx stuff, a gait web stick and a new brine helmet

[laxgoalieking]

stx pads are now illegal for the "06 season due to the sixe of the knee, which is wider then the allowed width.i had them and they broke a month and a half into the season, the hole shin split in halh and was held toghether by some thread. even the foam split in half, and it wasnt a hard shiot at all.

[laxcanada]

yea but i preffer the rebels altho im thinkin of buying a set of browns

[laxgoalieking]

browns have restricted movement but great protection

[laxcanada]

yea i find the rebels are good the top may be big but its flimsy and doesnt stop the ball good

[RedBird1]

Yeah, I always knew that the STXs would get outlawed. They just looked way too wide at the knees. They looked cool tho, like Sumarai armour as my non-lacrosse playing friend said. I played with another goalie who used the Browns. They were solid, but were somewhat stiff. I dont have any problem with them besides looking kinda wack.
And by aesthetic, I meant visually appealing to the eye, not how they performed based on goaltending style.
I suppose it all boils down to individual body and personal preference. Ive always been a fan of REBEL.

[Stonewall35]

i find the broun look cool but i have to say i like the rebels better and has anyone tried the stx pads?

I liked the protection and size of the STX leg pads, but I didn't like how they fit on me.

[Stonewall35]

Yeah, I always knew that the STXs would get outlawed. They just looked way too wide at the knees. They looked cool tho, like Sumarai armour as my non-lacrosse playing friend said. I played with another goalie who used the Browns. They were solid, but were somewhat stiff. I dont have any problem with them besides looking kinda wack.
And by aesthetic, I meant visually appealing to the eye, not how they performed based on goaltending style.
I suppose it all boils down to individual body and personal preference. Ive always been a fan of REBEL.

I like Rebel and MaxLax/RBK best when it comes to looks and performance.

What I didn't like about the Rebel leg pads when I got them was the leather straps. I found that if it fit too loose on one hole and tighten that strap up, it would end up being too tight on the next hole. My solution was to have the fine people at The Goalie Store change all the straps to nylon (what MaxLax primarily uses on their leg pads) to fit more comfortably.

[laxgoalieking]

does anyone know the website for rebel pads?
or does anyone wknow a store besides proboss or ,ountian edge that sells them?

[RockStar]

does anyone know the website for rebel pads?
or does anyone wknow a store besides proboss or ,ountian edge that sells them?

http://www.maxlacrosse.com/rebel.htm

^^Try this guy, in Sarnia Ontario. If I'm not mistaken, the prices are competitive.

You could also call Powless Lacrosse at Six Nations, maybe. There's a laX store in St. Catharines (Can Am Lacrosse) that might also be worth a look.

[laxgoalieking]

thanx rockstar but i just want some where that shows the range of maxlax and rebel colours

[Boxla]

maxlax has all ur basic colours and so does rebel I've seen both styles in all different colours. If you want custom colours for maxlax just call and ask paul will dwo w.e you want with ur pads. The pants I just got off maxlax are custom colours. Red and black (go to there website and look at the stealth ones, those are mine sans the logo).

[RedBird1]

does anyone know the website for rebel pads?
or does anyone wknow a store besides proboss or ,ountian edge that sells them?

I got my pair from Sanderson Sports in Orangeville. They had a bunch of pairs in different colorways, as well as selling separate knee pieces so you could customize them yourself.
StoneWall, Im surprised you didnt like the leather straps. Thats one of my favourite things about the Rebels compared to others. I know what you're talking about tho. I just make sure I strap mine equally on both sides, and I wear bball high socks so they dont slide around much.

[perfektspace]

Does the redesigned foot on the 2005's make it more difficult to drop down to your knee's (aka butterfly) verus the 1000's?

[laxgoalieking]

Does the redesigned foot on the 2005's make it more difficult to drop down to your knee's (aka butterfly) verus the 1000's?
i havent had that problem yet but i dont butterfly very much, as i dont feel the need to.

[lax_goalie_00]

I used to own a pair of the MaxLax leg pads and found them sufficient enough. except for the foot cover, which was mediocre. Now I play with the Brown 9000LSG's seen here

http://www.brownhockey.com/LSG_JB9000.html

and found them to be the most comfortable leg pad I have worn, as well as providing the best protection in every area. The only negative to these pads is that they are stiff for quite a long time, as I have been playing with mine for 1 season and they are still quite stiff. The pair of Rebel pads that I tried on were comfortable and looked to be of high quality, but were extremely thin, and the STX pads were floppy pieces of low grade crap, that only children should use.
The Browns and Maxlax leg pads are the best i have worn.

[ProLaxGoalie]

COud someone point out to me what the difference is betweeen the Max Lax pads (the 1000) and the Browns. Thank you . I am 14 and I want some browns because the max lax dont give much protection and i can feel everything.

[perfektspace]

COud someone point out to me what the difference is betweeen the Max Lax pads (the 1000) and the Browns. Thank you . I am 14 and I want some browns because the max lax dont give much protection and i can feel everything.

I don't doubt what your saying, but while I can "feel" the ball hit me on my 1000's I have never experienced pain (maybe a little if I take one off the top of the foot). Are you sure they are fitted properly?

[laxgoalieking]

COud someone point out to me what the difference is betweeen the Max Lax pads (the 1000) and the Browns. Thank you . I am 14 and I want some browns because the max lax dont give much protection and i can feel everything.
yeah i doubt that yopu cal feel everytrhing in your maxlax, or you may have an outdated set like 750s.

[ProLaxGoalie]

I don't doubt what your saying, but while I can "feel" the ball hit me on my 1000's I have never experienced pain (maybe a little if I take one off the top of the foot). Are you sure they are fitted properly?

They fit right, but just the foot part hurts and the chin that is all. :thumbsup:

[ProLaxGoalie]

I never said i could feel pain, but iut just hurts on the foot and the chin. and yes they fit right. and my mistake, I do have the 750.

[laxgoalieking]

man what age group are you and what hight are u? and wht do u mean your chin hurts? and please use the edit button next time

[slinkyspine]

Yeah pads dont touch yall chin that be your helmet.

[laxgoalieking]

some good ol' albertan english

[slinkyspine]

some good ol' albertan english
you be shut up now. I can talk suburbanite too fool

[corks#1]

first off all everyone who has all these pains and stuff u just have to play through it ive had maxlax and rebel pads there bothe good bot ide like to try those new rbk's they look sweet!

[laxgoalieking]

maxlax 2005s=rbk

[perfektspace]

first off all everyone who has all these pains and stuff u just have to play through it ive had maxlax and rebel pads there bothe good bot ide like to try those new rbk's they look sweet!

Sounds right to me. If you don't want to get hit by a hard rubber ball don't play goalie! It might hurt!

[slinkyspine]

Sounds right to me. If you don't want to get hit by a hard rubber ball don't play goalie! It might hurt!
In my opinion its better to give then recieve.

[Boxla]

first off all everyone who has all these pains and stuff u just have to play through it ive had maxlax and rebel pads there bothe good bot ide like to try those new rbk's they look sweet!
The new rbk pads are just the newest maxlax pads with the reebok print on them. But yeah they do look nice but don't think they are the best out there just because all the NLL goalies are using them, they had no choice.

[perfektspace]

Here's a question and I'm sure there is a good reason why no manufacturer has done this but why aren't there leg guards with a softer exterior similar to hockey pads? Meaning, the plastic would be underneath and the outer covering made of some kind of material that would dampen rebounds with a more squared shape. Maybe it would be too expensive to manufacture and/or not effective.

[laxgoalieking]

there is a company called rock lacrosse in markham that makes pads with felt instead of plastice.

[Stonewall35]

there is a company called rock lacrosse in markham that makes pads with felt instead of plastice.

They also charged $400 for a pair of their shin pads. Too expensive for my taste.

Also, I would be weary of how quick they may show wear on the knees if a goalie is sliding on his/her knees a lot.

[laxgoalieking]

They also charged $400 for a pair of their shin pads. Too expensive for my taste.

Also, I would be weary of how quick they may show wear on the knees if a goalie is sliding on his/her knees a lot.
ueah and their not the best quality or the most protectvie

[Maritime_Goalie]

I'm 5'9'' what size should I be wearing?

[RedBird1]

[QUOTE=laxgoalieking]there is a company called rock lacrosse in markham that makes pads with felt instead of plastice.[/QUOTE

I've seen those before, and may I say they are the ugliest pieces of _ _ _ _ I've ever seen. lol I hope the person who wears them isnt in this thread, but I played a goalie who wore them and they looked wack.

[laxgoalieking]

I'm 5'9'' what size should I be wearing?
1000s or`2005s depends if your finished growing