50% of pro level goalies choose Vaughn chest protectors*. The Vaughn V7 XF Pro Carbon chest protector offers extreme lightweight protection with large segmented shoulder floaters for mobility. The chest block is made from carbon fiber and HD foams for maximum protection and the contoured neck guard offers protection as well. The shoulder caps are made from HD molded foams to protect against shots when the goalie is down. The mesh arms are very flexible and have a smaller break in period than stiffer chest protectors.
The bicep padding has been beefed up on the Vaughn V7 series and this chest protector is 17% lighter than conventionally constructed chest protectors. The HD molded elbow pads offer increased protection and also have a 4 point adjustment system for a customized fit. The sternum place is comprised of carbon fiber and HD foams and the extended length shoulder cushion pads have carbon fiber as well. The adjustable rib cage extension padding can be completely removed or changed to sit higher/lower depending on preference.
*Source: Vaughn, vaughnhockey.com, 2016
The bicep padding has been beefed up on the Vaughn V7 series and this chest protector is 17% lighter than conventionally constructed chest protectors. The HD molded elbow pads offer increased protection and also have a 4 point adjustment system for a customized fit. The sternum place is comprised of carbon fiber and HD foams and the extended length shoulder cushion pads have carbon fiber as well. The adjustable rib cage extension padding can be completely removed or changed to sit higher/lower depending on preference.
*Source: Vaughn, vaughnhockey.com, 2016