Goalie Gear Question Megathread [Archive]

Katosov

07-20-2006, 12:31 AM

Hello all keepers, and welcome to the Goalie Gear Question Megathread.

Any and all questions regarding gear and gear preference are to be posted in this thread. Any threads created for the purpose of asking about gear will be merged with this one.

Thanks!

-goalieskcickay

This is my first year playing lacrosse as a goalie and I'm sick of the gloves the school gave me. They aren't even goalie gloves they're field. So I want to know what you guys would suggest for new ones.

SeanO39

07-20-2006, 12:39 PM

claxbucky

07-20-2006, 01:23 PM

Brine x-factor gel goalie's are nice too, that's what I play with, but I cut off the big pad around the thumb of the glove b/c it's a pain in the butt, and I haven't had any problems taking shots off the hands. But, like SeanO said, it's about preference. Find some gloves, try them on and hold a shaft/cradle with it in the store a little, see which feels the best.

NuKoN

07-20-2006, 01:52 PM

Whatever feels comfortable. I love my Glads. However, some people hate them. It seems like the top of the line gloves are Superfreaks, Insanities, Defts, Gladiators, and Ipros. Find a store near you and try some out.

EDIT: Nevermind.. misunderstood thread.

P.S: I've heard good things about Mac Daddy goalies.

FallIntoIt

07-20-2006, 02:05 PM

Alright kids. I'm not a big fan of preference threads, or "what should I buy/what do you recommend?" threads... but I too was once a newbie, and once and a while have to replace some stuff (ahem... like how I'm currently putting off buying new gloves that actually fit..).
Alas, I've put this together. Gear/Stick question/recommendation request megathread. If you have any questions or a need for recommendations/preferences of others, post them here. Not in a new thread. I'll just merge the new thread to this one, and then slap you with an alert or warning for not knowing to search (or read, since this is stickied).

So, off. Play, post, and be merry~

EndlesFimbulvet

07-20-2006, 02:13 PM

IVe played with Insanity, X factor, Superfreak and i2 goalies, and I would say Superfreaks take the cake. Pretty flexible and very tight fitting, with the second best thumb protection from those four. Iggie Pro Amps are the ledgends though, go with those if you can find a pair.

JMap

07-20-2006, 03:37 PM

Whats the difference between regular gloves and goalie gloves? I just use regular gloves and they work fine

RamLacrosse

07-20-2006, 03:47 PM

when i play goalie i just use regular vector gloves which are great. I never took shots in the hands

goalie1215

07-20-2006, 04:35 PM

the gladiator goalie gloves have an irritating flaw, in the finger protection is lacking. every time i get hit in the fingers i feel like my fingers are broken. do the superfreaks have this problem? or do all goalie gloves? because i will deal with it if they all do.

AnotherLaxFan

07-20-2006, 06:09 PM

I currently own a pair of Goalie I2s, and I must say they're very flexible. The protection may be a bit lacking, cause I still fractured my thumb on a shot.

EndlesFimbulvet

07-20-2006, 10:59 PM

Pretty much any glove is like that, unless it has a super-reinforced backhand, like Superstars. You can also customize your gloves to have more protection, thats what I did to my [once field] Supercrosses. Heck, the guy I traded my Insanity goalies to made them field versions.

goalie1215

07-21-2006, 01:42 PM

ant1216d

07-21-2006, 01:48 PM

I currently own a pair of Goalie I2s, and I must say they're very flexible. The protection may be a bit lacking, cause I still fractured my thumb on a shot.

I love these gloves. That is what I have. I have not yet fractured my thumb, but it has bruised. These gloves still are great and you can probably get them pretty cheap now.

laborde92

07-22-2006, 01:11 AM

This is my first year playing lacrosse as a goalie and I'm sick of the gloves the school gave me. They aren't even goalie gloves they're field. So I want to know what you guys would suggest for new ones.
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u dont like the field gloves believe me goalie gloves and feld gloves r both un comfurtable but the only diffrence is more thumb protection so just use what ever is comfyy and affordable cause u WILL get more gloves the dont last to long

thedealbreaker

08-01-2006, 09:15 PM

Whats the difference between regular gloves and goalie gloves? I just use regular gloves and they work fine

goalie gloves are thicker for better protection :thumbsup:

EndlesFimbulvet

08-01-2006, 09:23 PM

The only "thicker" goalie gloves I know of are the Superstars and RPMs/Monsoons(tougher backhand than field versions, and wrist wings respectivly)

The difference between field and goalie gloves is just more protection on the thumb.

TAT@YOU

08-02-2006, 12:18 PM

less padding the better

meestagoaliemon

08-18-2006, 08:54 PM

Honestly, any kind of gloves will work, but I recommend the STX i2's. they have extra padding in the thumb which is great for the kind of goalie that likes to come out of the net a lot. i usually don't but it also can help with really hard shots like at varsity and college level

gaels_laxer_33

08-18-2006, 09:02 PM

i love my hyper flex's there awesome they are player but still awesome

laxplayanumba30

08-21-2006, 04:43 PM

i'm just tossing something out,,,,i have defts with the goalie thumb and i love them, to me they feel like normal field gloves...i was at the goalie school in early july, and a kid on my team put pvc around the thumb and taped it up, and i tried it, it feels wierd at first, but you don't feel thumb shots...just a suggestion

meestagoaliemon

08-24-2006, 09:08 AM

Maybe it's just me, but tape really stiffens up your thumb so you can't move it as well. About your chances of living, well...no comment

nemiman18

08-24-2006, 02:23 PM

i just got costom rattlers mac daddys from my freind they are so flexible, and they look sweet

EHSLAX12

08-25-2006, 04:20 PM

love my defts, just tape up the thumb for grip and im good to go. a good idea is also the use of regular field gloves. can save u a little bit of money and u can just put somethin around the outside of the thumb if you want and theyre just as good as goalie gloves. when i dont use my defts, my da vinci gloves are a good second.

HazelGoalie

08-26-2006, 12:13 PM

Yo I've been playing goalie for about 2 years but can never find the right kind of mesh so if anybody has got some seguestions please help

HazelGoalie

08-26-2006, 12:15 PM

got a question about mesh should i get the STX Dura or Monster

EHSLAX12

08-26-2006, 12:20 PM

i never get the kits from stx or brine or warrior. order from jimalax or another place. my opinion, go with a 12d mesh or 10D mesh

HazelGoalie

08-26-2006, 12:49 PM

yo thanks where can i find jimalax

EastCoastSurf

08-26-2006, 01:34 PM

www.jimalax.com

alright ive got a question about scoops. im using an old stx goalmaster since i dont play goalie all that much however, i absolutely hate the way the scoop is shaped. does anyone know of a way to possibly shape the scoop, like by heating it or should i just get myself a new head? i dont mind the shape of the head otherwise its just the scoop.

EHSLAX12

08-26-2006, 01:53 PM

there isa way that can work. tie a lace through the top sidewall holes and pull tight and knot when the scoop is more curved. then boil just the top and it should curve a bit

EHSLAX12

08-26-2006, 01:55 PM

i did it wit a triton and it worked, it now has a scoop like the torque, but a goalie head might be a little more difficult to do, it wont shape as much but should still take a curvy shape.

EastCoastSurf

08-26-2006, 01:58 PM

im going to try that. thanks. any other ideas out there? this wont get done until tomorrow anyway since i dont have the head with me.

EHSLAX12

08-29-2006, 12:42 AM

did it work?

EastCoastSurf

08-29-2006, 08:19 PM

ill let you know tomorrow night, my brother didnt bring my stick back yet. but hes coming home tomorrow so ill do it then

EHSLAX12

09-07-2006, 10:10 PM

if u already did it coast, there was somethin i forgot to mention about how the dynamics of ur head will change as well. the new scoop will affect the overall profile and some stringing endeavors

bpercival

09-24-2006, 11:22 PM

I have a pair of JHU goalie Ipro gloves and there great! I took a crank to the hand first day i got them, and I didnt feel anything. Confisence in gear is critical so spend the extra dollar and get whats right!

thedrekavac

09-28-2006, 06:44 PM

i couldnt agree more "confidence is key mahn" another big thing is dress to match. In a 2 second fight the intimidator always wins. intimidation can put a 90mph shot right into your stick. Pay the extra dollar, get the gloves, make the saves, you dont want to end up with a cast on your hand because you tore a ligament first game and now its the third game and you cant fit into your gloves so you cut a hole for the cast and expose the thumb, which then gets hit again sending you to hostipital---- its not fun trust me all because i was using field gloves which gave me better thumb control, now i cant even tap my thumb without it hurting. never mind field gloves- i gotta use hockey gloves.

Garor

10-20-2006, 12:56 AM

I need advice. I need to buy a carbon composite shaft. What are my options? The shaft must be goalie length, and I do not want to buy a dpole and cut it down. I know harrow and STX contender. Any others?

RazzMaChazz

10-30-2006, 05:44 PM

STX makes the Throttle. I think that's also a Carbon Composite.

Garor

11-05-2006, 10:59 AM

STX makes the Throttle. I think that's also a Carbon Composite.

Oh thanks, but I already have my harrow goalie shaft and I bought a Hickory lax shaft too.

Jek519

12-02-2006, 01:19 PM

Can anybody tell me what goalie gloves are good because I'm not really sure what I should be looking for. How do I figure out what size I am?

Thanks

RazzMaChazz

12-02-2006, 01:27 PM

gloves are all about comfort. what ever feels comfortable on your hand. your size is also figured out my comfort. some people light tight gloves, some like loose.

Golekeepr

12-16-2006, 05:58 PM

I personaly play with dinky brine field gloves and those are fine for me but it depends on what your preferences aree

aisixers376

12-28-2006, 08:20 PM

wat is the difference between goalie gloves and field gloves ive heard that goalie gloves have reinforced thumbs but im not sure if that is correct

hcDevils391

12-29-2006, 11:31 AM

yes goalie gloves have reinforced thumbs, it is usally around the tip of the thumb and a little over it, not any extra padding that i can tell on the rest of the hand but gloves differ

EHSLAX12

12-29-2006, 02:55 PM

its just an added protection to the thumb for shots that might hit your thumb.

bohveedah

12-31-2006, 05:58 PM

I have superfreak goalies and they are great. But is whatever is comfy for you.

kevo

01-31-2007, 04:14 PM

I know this is a wierd question but it will help me out a lot....
Can some who owns an Eclipse please give me its measurements? Throat to scoop and sidewall to sidewall would be great.

ohioterp

02-17-2007, 11:58 PM

hey for me gloves dont really matter i played with goalie and field gloves but i like field however after a a broken thumb i moved tword the shoguns from stx due to the small thumb guard that protects me enogh and my view is the better the shooter the less pads you need cuz if they hit you they suck

ohioterp

02-18-2007, 12:03 AM

i have played lacrosse for 9 years goal for 3 of them with field sticks getting the whip out was not a probblem hoever with my goal stick it feels like it is a diffrent stick every time i throw. i am not big on asking advice but our goal coach tells me to deal with it and when the 1st string goal snaps a bone with 20 min left in practice before our first varsity game and i had to play the whole season i cant just deal with crapy outlits due to major whip anything will help thank you

shpman30

02-23-2007, 07:40 PM

what r the best goalie heads i went through a nemi, gaurdian, and a sential. and i need a new one plz help pm me with answers

Evilducky_00

02-26-2007, 04:25 PM

I got the STX chopper goalie glove. Just get ones that are comfy and offer thumb protection it sucks when you bust up your thumb halfway through the season.

Laxdawg14

02-26-2007, 09:59 PM

as for gloves, i never wore goalie gloves till college.
i grap my stick different though... i tuck my thumb under my index finger by the throat of the stick.
now i just got ipro goalie gloves just in case...

UVALAXR2011

02-27-2007, 09:44 AM

all the gait gloves are very nice...takes about a week to get soft and what not

MAGOALIE1

03-27-2007, 12:14 PM

what r the best goalie heads i went through a nemi, gaurdian, and a sential. and i need a new one plz help pm me with answers

Hey man I've used a Goalmaster, an Abyss, a few Nemis and an Eclipse. Before this season I swore by my nemis, then my cousin gave me his old eclipse from when he played goal in High School. I loved it and have been using it ever since. Im not trying to turn this into a nemi vs eclipse thread. eclipse is maybe an ounce lighter but not as stiff. By looking at it I think it has a larger save area. Personally i would say go with the eclipse. It's cheaper by the way.

JGLAX91

04-06-2007, 10:36 PM

i got a pair of superstars they work great.

smalbikpro

04-07-2007, 08:12 PM

^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^
could you post some pictures of those? mainly just the bottom if that makes any sense? do they have the little cuff things that your wrists go through or the laces? in all the pictures it doesnt look like theres any way to put them on your stick after practice or whatever.

Lacrossebum03

04-07-2007, 11:16 PM

Anyone know how to make a sick channel in a goalie stick freshly strung? I put some jima 12d in my Abyss 2.0 and I just cant get the same channel in it as alot of the sticks I've seen on here. Any tips?

Enigma1313

04-11-2007, 06:13 PM

As a starting Goalie, would I be getting too far ahead of myself by picking up a Nemesis? I've only been in the crease for a few months with my Snatch(name makes me laugh), but I have the opportunity to pick up a Nemi for pretty cheap. I guess what I'm asking is, would the head be too advanced for me?

EndlesFimbulvet

04-11-2007, 06:16 PM

Nonsense. Last year the freshman goalie bought himself (or rather, pleaded mommy to buy it for him) a Nemesis, and he sucks bawls.
Nemesi are great heads, if you can get one cheap, dont hesitate.

Enigma1313

04-15-2007, 05:00 PM

Dswiz

04-17-2007, 09:57 PM

Not Sure if this was answered or not but does anyone have a good way to break in a Goalie stick?

imhungry114

04-17-2007, 10:19 PM

One more question. Since I'm pretty new in net, I've been borrowing gear for use. I'm looking at buying my own by the beginning of summer, and I need to know if the gear I'm looking at is any good. The ones where there's more than one, by the way, I'd like to know which is best. So here goes.

Chest Protector: Warrior MPG Chest Protector, Warrior MPG Chest Protector 2.0, Brine Hyper, or Gait Sentinel
Gloves: Hypno Goalies or I2 Goalies
Stick: Probably just gonna stick with my Snatch until it starts to fall apart(hahaha). Thinking about a new shaft tho, like a Platinum.
Throat Protector: Will that 25-30 buck screw-on one fit on my CLH2?
Heres what I can tell you. Ive heard the MPG CP doesnt cover all of your stomach area so you might not like that. I use a Brine Supercrosse and I love it. You can take so many parts off it so you can get it just the way you like it with the protection you want where you want it.
The Hypnos will work for gloves. You might want to get something like Defts or Shoguns (what I use). The shoguns have a massive thumb protector, ive never hurt my thumb in them.
For your stick I would stay with what you have since you already have it. No sense buying another one if you have one that works fine.
I think the Cascade throat protector will fit any Cascade helmet so that will work.
Those are just my opinions on the gear I have used. Once you start playing and practicing regularly you will know what you need in gear.

bmxinspired

04-20-2007, 08:42 AM

Not Sure if this was answered or not but does anyone have a good way to break in a Goalie stick?

shower with it (lol) and then conditioner it and then pound the hell out of it.
then hop in net and take some shots to it

RvRhsgoalie

04-22-2007, 06:39 PM

i have 17d in my eclipes right now and im thinking about switching over to 12d do you think i should or stay with the 17d

laxgoalie66

04-24-2007, 09:11 PM

EDIT: Nevermind.. misunderstood thread.

P.S: I've heard good things about Mac Daddy goalies.
I didn't know they had Mac Daddy goalie gloves? I need to check em out if they do!

I know you said goalie length, but I use a Warrior Nemesis with a Harrow attack shaft (the one that doesnt curve in at the top) and it works well so I'm sure that a harrow goalie would work just as well

I've been using an attack shaft since I started playing goalie. I learned this from when I used one of the Varisty team's goalie's stick a while ago. I loved it (it was a Warrior Nemesis on a STX AXE Attack.) I've thought about it but I didn't really care because i liked it but now it's kidan making me curious. I'm currently using a Warrior Nemesis on a harrow attack shaft ( I had a attack warrior kryptolyte but my friend broke it at practice so I rencently got the harrow and it's not the kind that curves in) and it seems to be working fine for me, it feels a very little bit heavier than some goalie sticks but i'm just wondering if there are any flaws to using an attack shaft over a goalie shaft. Thanks

Anyone know how to make a sick channel in a goalie stick freshly strung? I put some jima 12d in my Abyss 2.0 and I just cant get the same channel in it as alot of the sticks I've seen on here. Any tips?

I just pound it with my glove on in the center and eventually it makes a channel t hat 's what i did with my nemesis

laxlegend08

04-25-2007, 07:28 PM

does anyone know how to make a really deep pocket without having any whip at all in it? ive been trying this for awhile now and cant find a way. ive been using monster mesh i havnt tried it with any other type of mesh cuz monsters the only type that doesnt rip within the first few months

Pdoherty

05-06-2007, 02:26 PM

Whats the best helmet to buy for goalies? I'm 99% sure I want a cascade. But Im not sure which to get. Any help?

Dadabhoy_Muzzi

05-06-2007, 10:15 PM

Does anyone have any pictures of a Brine helmet with the throat guard attached? I am looking to attack my throat guard to my Triumph but I am not sure which pieces to use. Thanks!

Pdoherty

05-20-2007, 08:59 AM

Does anyone have any pictures of a Brine helmet with the throat guard attached? I am looking to attack my throat guard to my Triumph but I am not sure which pieces to use. Thanks!

http://www.anacondasports.com/wcsstore/anaconda10/images/hgtp_lge.jpg

Anyone have any suggestions on what head I should invest in as well as a middie shaft? I need the shaft to be very durable because I come out of the crease a bit and hit people, and run with the ball! Thank You!

Hatch

05-20-2007, 04:02 PM

I have a Warrior Shaft and Nemesis head. But my shaft is pretty long. Would i b better off with a shorter shaft

Pdoherty

05-20-2007, 04:34 PM

I have a Warrior Shaft and Nemesis head. But my shaft is pretty long. Would i b better off with a shorter shaft
Try using a middie shaft. I like it because when I come out of the cage it's a shorter stick, as well as when I'm in the cage it gives me the ability to swing the stick easier.

Hatch

05-20-2007, 04:37 PM

Try using a middie shaft. I like it because when I come out of the cage it's a shorter stick, as well as when I'm in the cage it gives me the ability to swing the stick easier.

Kk thanks man. One more question, how r short goalie shafts

Pdoherty

05-20-2007, 04:45 PM

Kk thanks man. One more question, how r short goalie shafts
I think Goalie Shafts are around 20 some - 30 some inches. There is no requirement on length of a goalie shaft.

SVLax2011

05-20-2007, 06:00 PM

OldGoalie

05-22-2007, 08:37 AM

Goalie gloves? Why waste the money....I see no point in goalie gloves but also I play defense and middie some games so I need regular gloves but I just have Brine Elements and they are great in goal IMO.

Take a couple of hard shots to the thumb and you'll understand the need for goalie gloves. I, for one, no longer need to watch any more fingernails bend backwards, turn blue and fall off, and the goalie thumbs don't in any way affect stick handling for me. I see no reason not to use them.

laxlegend08

05-23-2007, 05:35 PM

whats the best pocket to string with 17d if you want to get it deep(2.5-3 balls) and have almost no whip at all? ive tried multiple styles but nothings really working. any good turorials for 17 d on here?

N8dawg19

05-24-2007, 09:44 PM

i have a pair of gold mac daddy's
and the only way to get a 3 ball deep pocket without whip is to use hard mesh witch has to much rebound
stick with normal hard mesh but soak it in water then pound it

laxlegend08

05-29-2007, 07:46 PM

i dont really have a problem with rebounds cuz i tend to have softer hands. but how would i install the shooters? just three across the top?

Pdoherty

05-30-2007, 06:35 PM

i dont really have a problem with rebounds cuz i tend to have softer hands. but how would i install the shooters? just three across the top?
This is how I like mine: but its up to you on how you feel or like it
http://doherty.nickspohn.net/goaliestuff/goaliestuff%20007.jpg

O-town

05-31-2007, 06:17 PM

alright well i think im now just gonna order some macs because all the other goalie gloves out arn't nice at all. any reveiws on them or ideas of others

KMLax46

05-31-2007, 06:20 PM

Hey guys,
im looking for a new chest pad, and so far its between the Brine Eraser, and the Warrior Players Club 6.0, besides the obvious price differance, the Warrior seems like it would be more protection, and doesnt look as bulky as the Eraser. anybody have any suggestions or other pads I should look at?

Ben

moondog

05-31-2007, 06:21 PM

UNO!

I'd go with Brines or STXs, personally--more durable, palms/stitching won't rip as fast...

When I step in the net, I STILL use the Ignitors I got for christmas 5 or 6 years ago--they still stand up...

but that's just me...

Lacrosse4life31

05-31-2007, 06:24 PM

I have Custom Mac Daddy goalie, very nice, they are the only goalie gloves i have ever used, but i like them alot, nothing really bad to say about them, they do there job and they do it well.

Solstice

05-31-2007, 06:30 PM

How are you gonna get Mac Daddy goalie gloves? Unless your team is going to do an order, you're out of luck. And if your team is doing an order, why would you go with any other glove?

O-town

05-31-2007, 06:33 PM

u can custom order one off of warriorlacrosse.com

does anyone know the price it doesnt say

O-town

05-31-2007, 06:36 PM

eraser all the way6.0 is way to bulky the eraser is so nice once u work it in its so flexible and protective

Lacrosse4life31

05-31-2007, 06:46 PM

are you joking? no seriously are you? I have used the PC 6.0s for a whole season, the biggest piece of crap i have ever bought. Go with erasers
i am 5'10'' and 140 pounds I ordered a medium and tightened them as far as they go and they are still bulky!

6.0's Pros/Cons
Pros
-Very protective, the most protective CP on the market, BUT most of the protection isn't needed... all the stuff on the shoulders and arms isn't needed, i took all that stuff off and its still bulky as garbage

(cons will be in next post, i can't post it, my computer keeps freezing because theres to much text to load so just give me a sec lol)

EDIT okay cons:

Cons:
-heavy, after awhile, these start to bog you down, i am no noodle arms, and i am not weak, these are just heavy...
-Not flexible, these don't form to your body, you have a better chance of strapping a wood board to your chest and trying to have that form to your body... these suck
-Protection that is un-needed, all the stuff on the arms and shoulders is un-needed, never got hit there, never will. it only slows you down even more
-these things just to much money go with the erasers
-no mobility, makes your clears/passes alot shorter, and harder to make those weird bouncing saves!

as you can see, go with the Brine erasers. those are alot better with ALOT more movement, and umm.... what makes you think the 6.0s are more movable? lol to much crap on them, and if you do get these, tell me so i can laugh at you!

Search for Reviews on the Brine eraser CP there should be like 3 reviews or so and they are very good and i agree, i have the eraser, only had them for like 2 weeks or so. ALOT more mobility, and the protection is fine, it covers the spots taht need to be covered and covers them well.

goalie4JESUS

05-31-2007, 08:12 PM

i used the 6.0 for a while...it i a load of crap and its not practicle ....go with the eraser i have one and i have used it for a whole season for my elite and its great

Solstice

05-31-2007, 08:40 PM

u can custom order one off of warriorlacrosse.com

does anyone know the price it doesnt say

Thats the biggest issue. You cant order them from Warrior.

You have to order them from a Warrior retailer, and most of them dont carry the goalie version Macs. In fact, there was a disscussion on this a little while back, and I'm pretty sure you have to do an entire team order to get goalie Macs.

Correct me if im wrong.

imhungry114

05-31-2007, 08:58 PM

Im pretty sure you are wrong because when I emailed Warrior about getting some goalie Superflys they told me I had to go to my nearest Warrior retailer. They didnt say anything about have to have a team order.

Solstice

05-31-2007, 09:10 PM

I'd go with the Eraser if its between the two of them.

But remember, just because it has the biggest price tag on it, doesnt make it the best! I've been using a Gait Sentinal CP for 2 years it works great. It's low profile for great mobility, and the protection itsnt bad. It even looks pretty cool, and it costs under $60.

Solstice

05-31-2007, 09:14 PM

If you can then thats great. I just want to see someone actually get an individual pair. I dont think its been done here on the forums yet.

I've only seen team order goalie Macs.

dlo6215

05-31-2007, 09:19 PM

i know you can order a single custom pair of warrior gloves and i think they just charge extra to put on goalie thumbs, i don't see why the couldn't

flyersrule9733

05-31-2007, 09:57 PM

I have the eraser and it is pretty good. i have not used the 6.0, or any of the other ones, so i probably cant compare as well. but the eraser has a ton of mobility and is very easy to move around. the only problem i have is that there is a little too much room at the top of the CP near my neck. when i tighten it a lot it is a little better, but i got a neck guard that hangs down real low, so it isnt a big problem.

overall the eraser is really good

SheiK

05-31-2007, 10:37 PM

Well, after finishing my first season 16-2 of laxvas the goalie, I've decided to pursue a career in goalie. I was using borrowed equipment from the team, so I actually have no goalie gear. I need help on equipment.

For head/shaft, I was thinking Eclipse/803.

What is the difference between regular gloves and goalie gloves? Can I use regular gloves frequently as a goalie?

I need a strong, flexible, but not too outrageously priced chest protector.

What kind of arm guards should I get (I was thinking K18's.)

If you have any other suggestions, pray tell! I need all the help I can get.
Btw don't make this preference, but rather objective insight!

manup5183

05-31-2007, 11:08 PM

Arm guards get in the way, I dont know goalies that wear them.
Goalie glove just have more padding on the thumb.
look around for an older CP, such as brine spartan core.

bresdan09

05-31-2007, 11:10 PM

you shouldn’t use arm guards they slow your movement down a lot and i like the MLL Goalie Guard 5.5 http://www.lax.com/shop/item.phtml?page=product_5483_front.phtml

moondog

06-01-2007, 12:38 AM

Eclipse on 803 sounds good--what kind of helmet do you have? You'll need a throat guard...

EricL

06-01-2007, 05:39 AM

Sentinal on the 803 or kryptolyte is cheap and very light stick.

Don't get arm pads

Chest pad - aegis, its only 40 dollars and very comfortable

Always use Goalie Gloves. I have been hit in the thumb a few times and it hurts even with the big thumbs.

JazzyJake

06-01-2007, 05:51 AM

i would also suggest playing with someone's nemesis.
my 2 sticks are:
nemesis / db803 (on it's way, on an alloy 2000 atm LOL)
nemesis / klyte (goalie)
and working on finding another:
nemesis / wonderboy xcel

also you'd be dumb not to get goalie gloves, or at least search and find the thread that shows you how to convert them using PVC or whatever

cnyminder

06-01-2007, 06:33 AM

From what the reveiws say the eraser is really good.I cant give any intake on my cp because i dont know the name of it.(Its some kind of stx.)

KMLax46

06-01-2007, 06:50 AM

Lacrosse4life31

06-01-2007, 07:19 AM

It could be the chopper, thats what i have now, and i hate it!
Solstice: I was looking at that Gait protector, how is the padding on it? im going to be playing mens league and hopefully a select team, so i dont want to sacrafice the protection that much. mobility is still my #1 priority, but i want some protection.
you still wanna go with eraser, with the 6.0s you still lose TO MUCH mobility!
i haven't heard anything about the gait CP's, so i don't know, but if i were you, i would get the eraser anyway.

Lacrosse4life31

06-01-2007, 07:25 AM

the stuff i use now is:
Nemesis on a Kpro-very light and i just like the nemesis more then eclipse... but thats IMO
Brine eraser CP--go with those, those are the best, i have also seen the Mll 5.5's, those seem pretty good to, but the price is somewhat steep on those, get the erasers, they are only $85

your GONNA want goalie gloves, man i wish they still sold the gladiator ones, but hmm... if i were you get the superfreaks, i used to have those untill i got custom mac daddy goalie gloves and they are just about the same, hands need the most protection because if you get hit in the thumb and YOU ARE NOT wearing goalie gloves, you break your thumb.

Basically goalie gloves have extra padding on the thumb (which they have a metal bar wraped around your thumbs so the ball WILL NOt break them) and they have some extra padding on the back hand part, well at least mine do, all goalie gloves have the thumb part.
Get a Cascade throat gaurd, the ones that the college goalies use, although they are somewhat expensive and you have to drill holes, they are well worth it and will last you forever.

Lacrosse4life31

06-01-2007, 07:27 AM

Thats the biggest issue. You cant order them from Warrior.

You have to order them from a Warrior retailer, and most of them dont carry the goalie version Macs. In fact, there was a disscussion on this a little while back, and I'm pretty sure you have to do an entire team order to get goalie Macs.

Correct me if im wrong.

yea you are correct. thats the only way to get them, or at least thats how i got mine, they don't sell them seperatly so gotta do a team order.

laxgthreeone

06-01-2007, 10:48 AM

when your in the custom shop thing on warrior theres a quantity box for 12" or 13" field gloves, and 12"/13" goalie gloves for the same gloves if they are sold in goalie form

juskellaxin

06-01-2007, 02:07 PM

cascade throat guards do not last forever, but i do recommend them. i had one split clean off my helmet this year. 90mph shot i think...as for gloves, they're pricy, but stick w/ the superfreak goalie, comfy, grippy, and invincible. stick i would recommend a nemesis for the head because the pocket is more consistant. eclipse was my first but it cracked multiple times due to the "acclaimed" open sidewall design. helmet of choice would be a cpx-pro titanium...cage wont dent. yuor chest protector is important. stay away from 2 peices like the chopper. i comfortable one is necessary. and for your shaft problem go for klyte pro. P.S. goalie gloves versus regular gloves is not a huge difference. i have broken thumbs in both, its jus part of the position.

AttackMan17

06-01-2007, 05:59 PM

I have a pair of goalie macs, they are great. They are very comfy, and pretty flexible...Basically feel like field macs, but with a bigger, protective thumb.

TrapDoor

06-01-2007, 07:26 PM

Lacrosse4life31

06-01-2007, 07:38 PM

I'm thinking about getting the Eraser CP, but the thing is everyone says it sizes big and I'm 5' (I'm young lol). Would a really tightened small fit me? Or should I just go for a whole different CP? For me 6.0s are out of the question, they are way too pricy and like everyone said, limit mobility. Also thinking about getting an STX Exo or something, not that many decent CPs come in small.

So anyways, would a small Eraser fit me?

yea get a small Eraser, it should fit you, and if it doesn't, well you are gonna have trouble because i don't know of to many CP's that come any smaller....

just try it out and good luck with sizing! and DEFINATLY get a small.

pqlaxgoalie

06-03-2007, 01:40 PM

to be honest the new harrow gloves are pretty nice they have the most feel ever compared to my superfreaks

OldGoalie

06-03-2007, 02:46 PM

Our team did Superflys this year, and I got a custom goalie pair. I have to say I'm a convert from STX Glads. I don't know how durable they will turn out to be, but I love them otherwise. Great feel and the thumb rocks.

kingwolf

06-03-2007, 03:13 PM

does anyone have any pictures of the goalie macs i want to see them since ive never seen anybody with them before

laxgoalie66

06-03-2007, 09:50 PM

cannot choose between defts, insanities, proamps, or superfreaks

if you havnt heard of pro amps... http://sportsoutfit.com/products/3/127?cat=37

laxmiddie11

06-03-2007, 09:56 PM

You should go with either defts or superfreaks. I would recommend the Defts.

TrapDoor

06-03-2007, 10:56 PM

Didn't AM17 break his finger(s) twice in Deft goalies?
Anyways, I recommend the Superfreaks, I rock them. They're very protective and moveable, but some of the stitching will come out fast (It won't affect the glove's performance, at least for me so far). They're very nice though. I can't speak for the other gloves, as I have never used them, but I can tell you that Superfreaks are a good way to go.

westlakelax17

06-03-2007, 11:21 PM

The deft's goalie thumb is VERY small. I don't think it will protect you at all. I have them, but luckily i haven't got hit on my thumb yet. The cuffs on my defts ripped about 2 weeks after i got it. I'm getting my team's custom superfreaks this summer and i think they are better. This other goalie on my team has them.

westlakelax17

06-03-2007, 11:23 PM

cannot choose between defts, insanities, proamps, or superfreaks

if you havnt heard of pro amps... http://sportsoutfit.com/products/3/127?cat=37

Those pro amps are actually worth $109? They look pretty cheap.

laxngoalie

06-03-2007, 11:54 PM

The thumb on the pro-amps is one of the best, but the glove isnt as fitted or flexible as its modern counterparts

sirfartsalot295

06-04-2007, 12:34 AM

I have the defts that I got on my own. they are flexible and my cuff hasn't ripped off but the thumb protection sucks. I have the superfreaks as my team gloves and like them much better. the thumb protection is amazing. As for my defts i am going to tape some PVC onto the thumb.

NALC24

06-04-2007, 04:45 AM

superfreaks all the way the thumb on them is beautiful

laxgoalie66

06-04-2007, 05:33 AM

thanks guys, i was only considering pro amps cause i heard they were extremely comfortable but i also dont believe they're worth $110 but im porbably going with freaks thanks guys (anyone else is still free to post their opinion)

unholygoalie10

06-04-2007, 09:29 AM

man go look into the stx chopper goalie glove i got mine 4 like 75 bucks there just as good as the pro amps which i had b4 there solid on the thumb been nailed there a few times since i got them hardly felt a thing

juskellaxin

06-04-2007, 11:49 AM

dude superfreaks are basically mac daddys. they're the best on the market for goalies and tho expensive, offer serious comfort flexibility and protection

attackman123

06-04-2007, 12:10 PM

me to...............

laxgoaliebm16

06-04-2007, 01:00 PM

i had goalie mac but they only lasted about a season n a half they fell apart n i took great care of them, i now use kings with a stx thumb guard, i love em

does anyone have any pictures of the goalie macs i want to see them since ive never seen anybody with them before

go to lax.com look for pics from a princton game n look at alex hewit

JzG0TSWEATYNiPs

06-05-2007, 06:03 PM

I was thinking about getting the brine eraser cp's but they are so much more expensive everywhere than lax.com, but they are out of stock so I was looking at the mpg series 2.0? Does anyone have any experience with them and can tell me what they are like? I am just going to use them in practicing so no game situations. Please write a small review if possible also.

Here's what they look like

http://www.sportsunlimitedinc.com/warrior-mpg-2-lacrosse-goalie-chest-pad.html

New Lax Love84

06-05-2007, 07:25 PM

Mods, I searched the forums and I didn't find anything specific enough.
And wasn't 100% sure where to put this.
So if I'm wrong on both, sorry.

But, I'm looking into buying a helmet
I'm a goalie.
What helmet would you guys recommend?
Just because there's a few different good brands
ex. Brine, Cascade, Gait & Warrior.
Which of those 4 brands..
would you guys recommend?

EHSLAX12

06-05-2007, 07:32 PM

cascade is where its at. and what level you play would really affect what youd get.

imhungry114

06-05-2007, 07:40 PM

I use a Brine Triad ST2 just because it was cheap and it looks cool. I can see good at it and I like the way it fits. I tried on a CPX the other day and I like that too. Like EHS said, it depends on your level of play.

New Lax Love84

06-05-2007, 07:55 PM

I play at the high school level.

westlakelax17

06-05-2007, 09:50 PM

I play at the high school level.

Either get Cascade or Brine.

If you have an oval shaped head [like me] then get a Cpro, but if your head is more round then get a CPX. I haven't tried on any of the Brine helmets yet.

Does your school have team helmets?? If so, then match what the other players have.

Solstice

06-05-2007, 10:05 PM

Ehh, I say helmets are helmets. They provide the same protection for field players as they do for us.

Whatever you find comfy and can rig up a throat guard on is where its at.

claxbucky

06-05-2007, 11:20 PM

Go try some on, see what works for you. I know that the Riddell lids are the best at preventing concussions, but they're a little heavier. Find what works for you.

wolfenburg

06-06-2007, 03:38 AM

Put them on and look. What can make a difference is, where the crossbars of the cage is. If you have one exactly at your eys try another one.....

Dadabhoy_Muzzi

06-06-2007, 02:44 PM

I use a Triumph and I find it works great. I have taken a few shots to the head and there was no ringing at all. And all those shots were from box lacrosse. The only thing is that there is no specific throat guard for it. I use the triad throat guard. This helmet may not fit you if you have a big. They tend to run small. I think the max size is 22" but do not qoute me on that.

A lot of people on the site recommend Cascade. Check out some reviews on here also to compare different helmets.

Lacrossebum03

06-06-2007, 04:04 PM

Cascades are alright, they suck when you first get them and half to break them in. They don't offer a lot of comfort. I use a Viking, its heavy, but you don't feel anything. I tried on a Triumph at laxworld, and wow, I was very impressed, with that 360 dial they have on that thing, fit like no other helmet.

TrapDoor

06-06-2007, 06:27 PM

yea get a small Eraser, it should fit you, and if it doesn't, well you are gonna have trouble because i don't know of to many CP's that come any smaller....

just try it out and good luck with sizing! and DEFINATLY get a small.
You sure? For the reviews of it and all people say that Eraser's run a little big (A small fit me about the way it fit a 5' 5" guy, but the straps were probaly loose some). Anyways, anything have something to say about the Exo? I use a Genesis CP right now (It's like a not as good version of the Aegis), I like it, but it won't stay on me. Wondering if it and the Exo are alike, and how people like the Exo. I was lookin at the Gladiator, but it only comes in M and L :[. This displeases Trapdoor.

goalstopper_76

06-08-2007, 05:28 PM

I am reletivly new to lacrosse and i am thinking about buying a new stick combo for about 140-180. the stick i am using is for my leauge stinks so i would please like for some stick/head combo ideas

i am thinking about the gait ice and eclipse but i dont have an idea of how they feel

bmxinspired

06-08-2007, 05:33 PM

well that would be a very light stick. if not the eclipse then i would reccomend the nemesis. as for a shaft i would reccomend the kryptolyte

MGLAX

06-08-2007, 05:39 PM

It sounds like you already have a good combo. I myself use a Eclipse/DB803.

laxgthreeone

06-08-2007, 05:54 PM

eclipses are great i have one. i use a kpro diamond which is awesome. your combo sounds really good though .

cnyminder

06-08-2007, 05:54 PM

Eclipse all the way.Thats what i have i love it.

JazzyJake

06-08-2007, 05:57 PM

eclipse or nemesis for the head
db803/ice or klyte/kpro for the shaft
i have 2 nemesis' one with a db803 the other with a klyte

W.E.Lax

06-08-2007, 06:20 PM

I have a Eclipse+12d/Kryptolyte

goalstopper_76

06-08-2007, 06:54 PM

im guessing eclipse is the way to go?

goalstopper_76

06-08-2007, 06:56 PM

any ideas for a cheaper shaft???
:nut:

laxgoalie89

06-08-2007, 07:06 PM

im about to buy a stick too, im getting nemesis which is awesome
altho eclipse is cheaper and pretty good too
im getting a brine ignite....may not be the best shaft but its pretty cheap lol

smalbikpro

06-08-2007, 07:09 PM

i wouldnt mind the ignite, it has a very similar feel to the klyte

BT1

06-08-2007, 07:31 PM

kingwolf

06-08-2007, 08:16 PM

the klyte is pretty inexpensive , i got mine for 69 dollars if you really want to save by an a/m length

sam.karcher

06-08-2007, 08:16 PM

i recomend a CU31 platinum alloy. not super light, but its very cheap and has excellent durability. ive never used the goalie stick, only the shorty but the shortie is a great stick for the price so im geussing the goalie one is too

I have a cu31 on my backup and it's really not that heavy overall (though I use attack length shafts). It's a killer shaft for the money.

juskellaxin

06-08-2007, 10:19 PM

i recommend the nemesis over the eclipse. only because the narrower base of the head on the nemi makes it easier to break in a good pocket. the eclipse is a fine head as well but in 4 years i have cracked 2 of them due to the smaller sidewall piecing. nemesis also offers the open sidewall but has sturdier walling. as for a shaft go klyte all the way. Buy it thru the company that way if u do any harm to it you can send it back for a new one. but i doubt you'll hurt it

bplaxg33

06-08-2007, 10:39 PM

I use the Eclipse on a Triax 7000 handle but that just seems to be my combination. And as for breaking in a pocket it shouldn't take any longer with an eclipse than a nemi.

juskellaxin

06-08-2007, 10:44 PM

its not about length of time, its about how easy it is to work a pocket to just how you like it. a narrow and deep pocket (easily acheived w/ a nemi) is ideal for mechanized passing capabilities

Lacrosse4life31

06-09-2007, 10:03 AM

Eclipse all the way.Thats what i have i love it.
i think you mean Nemesis all the way. thats what i have i love it.
along with a kpro shaft, great combo

blonyxpony

06-09-2007, 12:00 PM

dude 'm an 12'th year goalie and i recomend the money its really nice , has a great scoop, and hasn't cracked after 4 seasons make sure that u get the brine mesh kit though it reaally deep

Laxattack05

06-10-2007, 04:34 AM

I have used both the nemesis and the eclipse.

the eclipse in my opinion gets the slight edge. broke my Nemi SO fast. and the eclipse is still the champ.

rynolax

06-10-2007, 08:24 AM

well that would be a very light stick. if not the eclipse then i would reccomend the nemesis. as for a shaft i would reccomend the kryptolyte

Yeah it is. It's my combo.

Lacrosse4life31

06-10-2007, 09:18 AM

im guessing eclipse is the way to go?
ehh.. im not a fan of it, i like the Nemesis, i have 2 nemesis's, one on a Kpro, and one on a Titan Classic. the Nemesis and Kpro is a very light and great goalie stick, i reccomend that one over the eclipse.
IMO, the eclipse is to flexible and wobbly. whereas the nemesis is sturdy and not as flexible. Plus yet my opinion again, its easier to get a good pocket on it, but thats just my personal opinion. i have tried the ecllipse and didn't like it too much.

You should read more about both heads, don't let one person including myself influence you to much. and remember, they both have there ups and downs, i just think the nemesis has better things to offer then the eclipse.

okemosLAX

06-10-2007, 10:06 AM

what about the eraser anyone?

kingwolf

06-11-2007, 06:32 PM

the eraser is actually a really light head and it looks good but the only one i have used it felt like a tennis racket it was strung so bad

NAHSLAX15

06-12-2007, 07:21 AM

Me personally the Eraser wasnt good. light yes and the scoop made ground balls wicked easy but i dont like the forward tilt Brine put on it. i played half the season with the Eraser and half the season with the Harrow Freeze. now that this is money. most amazing stick of all time. Wicked Light, offset, good scoop and the most unbelievable part ZERO flexing IT IS THE STIFFEST goalie head/stick

New Lax Love84

06-12-2007, 06:00 PM

Alright, I'm buying a few things for the upcoming seasons I'll be playing, just so I don't have to use school equipt. and all of that.
Brine Goalie Pants.
Debeer shin guards.
(both required for girls lax goalies, and yes it does suck)
Cascade CPX helmet.

Is there any specific websites where I'll be able to purchase these?
Or a store.. relatively close to where I live... something?
I live in the tri-state area. (NY)

TrapDoor

06-12-2007, 08:23 PM

I use the Eraser, I like it. It's unbelieveably light, like Setinal light. The shape is kind of weird as it's width maxes out like halfway through the head. Groundballs are really easy.

rllax45

06-13-2007, 01:39 PM

im buying another shaft and i was wondering what all you think the best is?

nemiman18

06-13-2007, 01:46 PM

803

best by a little, super light and pretty strong

sam.karcher

06-13-2007, 01:49 PM

STX sharkskin, now that the grip has worn off. It's absolutely perfect in my opinion. It has the shape I love, the smooth grip (but still some texture because of the sharkskin), and it isn't shiny chrome, which I think looks cheap.

Lacrosse4life31

06-13-2007, 01:50 PM

this is a preference thread but oh well,
i wouldn't go with the 803, its pretty weak, go with a kpro, klyte or titan classic

rllax45

06-13-2007, 02:08 PM

what about a diamond

Lacrosse4life31

06-13-2007, 02:24 PM

what about a diamond
yea thats a great shaft for goalie! i highly reccomend!

kingwolf

06-13-2007, 02:25 PM

klyte are really good but its all about prefernce

MadCowDisease

06-28-2007, 07:15 AM

Has anyone thought about using RhinoSkin as a chest protector?
Ive heard that it has good padding/ mobility, but wasnt sure if it would be protective.
Anyone have experience?

lax39er

06-28-2007, 09:07 AM

I haven't used a RhinoSkin but from what I see of them it looks like they wouldn't give you much padding.

EndlesFimbulvet

06-28-2007, 11:31 AM

I've used one before, definatly not a ton of padding, but its very mobile. Theres padding on the back, rib pads and what not too, if you want more mobility and are willing to sacrifice protection, find an old youth sized chest protector. Rhinoskin would be a good option if it wasnt 80+ clams.

cnyminder

06-28-2007, 01:28 PM

I need to know if i should have a store string my stick or if i should learn.if you think i should learn will you give me some pointers on how you string head.

EndlesFimbulvet

06-28-2007, 03:02 PM

Definatly learn to do it yourself, Lax Unlimited does horrible jobs, especially with goalie stringing. There are tutorials in the Stick Doctor's Lounge for stringing goalie heads.

If you can string it yourself, have a teammate do it for you. Anything is better than LU's 35$ for lousy stringing.

C4ND1_R4V3R

07-01-2007, 02:51 PM

Does anyone have any of the warrior cp's with the plastic shoulders (PC, MLL 5.0, MPG 5.5)? I got the MLL 5.0 mad cheap, but now I'm starting to wonder if its worth it. The neck guard gets in the way, which is my biggest complaint. My cpro gets stuck on it when I look down. Anybody else have that problem?
I'm gonna stick it out though, what it lacks in mobility it makes up for in protection.

stinisonfire

07-01-2007, 03:11 PM

cnyminder -if you want, I've been known to do work on some goalie heads. See snell or pcblax.

broslax

07-31-2007, 01:35 PM

hey guys i was wondering the difference is between the different goalie heads the pros and cons

bedfordlax6

08-09-2007, 10:14 AM

Has anyone been able been able to get a good pocket or channel in the eraser?

FitzGoalie

08-09-2007, 01:55 PM

Has anyone been able been able to get a good pocket or channel in the eraser?

you can get a good pocket in one easily. However, because of the shape, you won't get a fantastic channel, but it's unnecessary really; the ball will still go where you want it too. all these ridiculous channels you see on here are really just for aesthetics. so, back to the question, the channel won't be pretty in an eraser, but it will do it's job well enough and it's still a great head.

Sjrlax69

08-24-2007, 03:34 PM

Im going to buy the eraser CP. im 5'7 and 140 pounds. Wat size would best fit me?

Nothing

10-11-2007, 07:25 PM

psb-lax

10-18-2007, 09:30 PM

I'm 6ft 160lbs, what size eraser cp should I get. I'm pretty skinny too. I was thinking a medium because that's what size brine field shoulder pads I wear.

EHSLAX12

10-18-2007, 09:36 PM

you just gotta go over to a store and try it on....unless someone on here knows off the top of their head then you gotta go do it yourself.

ralcocer3

11-08-2007, 06:45 PM

I know this thread is for asking about buying goalie gear but I can't find anywhere else to ask this question about selling a piece of gear

How much you think I could sell a Used Medium Gladiator CP?
It has a small tear on the front but does not effect the effectiveness of the CP

oviedolax

11-08-2007, 07:40 PM

how are rhinoskins for goal? good? bad?

CelticLaxer

11-13-2007, 11:26 AM

I've got a big hand. In hockey I would wear about a 14 or 14.5 inch glove (when I played out). Are there any lacrosse goalie gloves that run in a bigger 13 inch? I tried some regular Warrior 13s on and they seemed about right, bigger than Brine.

Find some Gaits- LAST year's models (Insanity or Chaos). They're cut big.

The Mutants aren't so big & I don't think the Identity gloves coming out are very big. Otherwise, I don't know of any XL models in the other lines.

Lacrosse4life31

12-09-2007, 04:46 PM

how are rhinoskins for goal? good? bad?

ummm... I don't think you would want to where rhinoskins for goalie. They don't go far enough down on your stomach, plus, I don't think they are thick enough to stop a shot/keep you protected.

C4ND1_R4V3R

12-21-2007, 02:23 PM

Does anyone have the mpg goalie pants? How do the sizes run? I'll probably need a small or x-small, I have a 29" waist and am 5'2". Anybody have any knowledge of the sizing on them? These aren't sold at any local stores, so I can't really try any on.

Sjrlax69

12-21-2007, 02:36 PM

i got a pair Bn neve used to small for me. There size x-large. and im a 32 inch waist so they should fit u if ur interestd?

rcliff20064

03-02-2008, 07:43 AM

I have a simple question. Do you have to where elbow pads when your a goalie? Because i've play goalie for a year and wore them just to be safe but now they get in my way and i can't throw as far as befor. I guess i wore them because i was a running goalie. A goalie who ran the ball at what ever chance i had.

NHS Goalie15

03-04-2008, 05:33 PM

anybody tried or heard anything about the new reebok pads?
http://www.lacrossemonkey.com/rbk-lacrosse-goalie-protector-9k.html
or the new warrior ODB?
http://www.lacrossemonkey.com/lacrosse-warrior-odb-head.html

Lacrosse4life31

03-04-2008, 06:41 PM

The warrior ODB is supposed to be very good for the price. My coach has one, although I personally haven't used it, he said its legit, and it works well.
And if your gonna get one, get it on lax.com because lacrossemonkey.com has some outragously high prices.

I have seen the rebok, but never used, only tried it on at my local lax shop. Its alright... I still prefer my Brine Eraser CP. Not much to say about it, it's less bulky then the warrior PC 6.0 or 7.0 or whatever it is now. But not as slim and light as the Brine Eraser CP