Please note that all sizing formulas and charts that are listed below are only general guidelines for proper sizing of equipment. A lot of factors could cause variances from player to player including personal preference and different styles of play. We recommend players to be properly fitted at their local dealer.
An easy way to properly estimate a goaltender's size for a pair of goal pads is to take the following three measurements:
1) Floor to mid-point of knee cap - _________" (A)
2) Mid-point of kneecap to desired height on thigh - _________" (B) - measurement is generally 2/3's of the inseam measurement from mid-point of kneecap up. If a taller pad is desired, 3/4 of this measurement can be used
3) Skate size - _________ x 0.75 = _________ (C) - only add up to size 10 skate as goal skate shells (cowlings) do not get larger over size 10.
The estimated size of pads would then be (A) + (B) + (C).
We also need goaltenders height to compare to the measurements, as it is very common for people to add to the "real" measurements and this can completely distort the required size.
