This custom CCM Extreme Flex 5 Senior Goalie Leg Pads are a pro return from PAHL/ASHL goaltender and InGoal Magazine host Cam Matwiv.
Ever a fan of simplicity, the Cam Matwiv leg pads keeps a majority of the build and graphic pattern of the stock Extreme Flex 5 in its construction. The graphic pattern is a simple but sleek monochrome design for goalies who prefer a more modest look.
External Material
The E-Flex 5 leg pad is wrapped in CCM’s proprietary SpeedSkin material. SpeedSkin is just as thick and durable as traditional Jenpro, but it's embossed texture allows for an effortless slide.
Internal Construction
The core of the CCM EFlex 5 goal pad is made up of CCM’s DUAL1TECORE Technology. While also being incredibly light, DUAL1TECORE gives the pad a different flex profile in key areas. The boot and shin of the E-Flex 5 are soft and allow for torsional flex, feel and mobility. Above the knee, the pad has added stiffness to maintain seal and structure along the ice.
The face of the CCM EFlex 5 consists of new Control Rebound Technology. Control Rebound Technology is a soft foam throughout the face of the Eflex 5, and acts to deaden rebounds. This soft face allows the goalie to keep rebounds close, to be able to control and cover the puck.
Pad Break
The break setup on the Eflex 5 consists of one outer break, paired with an internal pre-curved single break. This gives goalies flex at the knee and five hole closure, while maintaining the pad’s seal to the ice. As this is largely a personal preference, many break setups can be ordered at custom.
Boot Angle & Toe Taper
To maintain flexibility and compliment the DUAL1TECORE, the EFlex 5 will have a deep ultra soft boot channel. This 90 degree boot angle gives goalies a soft feel, while making power pushes and other movements easier.
Knee Cradle
CCM uses recessed foam with a removable knee cradle wrap to allow customizability and comfort. This deep knee cradle is designed to help close the five-hole and prevent you from falling off the knee stack, while still having unrestricted mobility.
Knee & Thigh Protection
The CCM E-flex 5 Pads do not have any knee/thigh protection included. The wider recessed knee cradle works best with an independent kneepad; a kneepad is also generally recommended for shot and impact protection.
Strapping
The E-Flex 5 features CCM’s Quick Motion strapping system. After prior success and growing NHL adoption, the QMS system continues on the EFlex 5. Through work with the biomechanics team at Western University, CCM was able to find out what straps were actually needed on a pad, along with which configuration performed the best. The two velcro calf straps and knee strap make the pad lighter, along with giving the pad great responsiveness and butterfly drop speed. The toe bridge of the Eflex 5 has a velcro bungee system, in the place of traditional skate lace. CCM’s bungee system is quick and secure, and allows for more flexibility, easing the stress on goalies’ joints.
