CCM Extreme Flex III Hockey Goalie Full Sets
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CCM Extreme Flex III Hockey Goalie Full Sets
The CCM Extreme Flex III hockey goalie set features a significant weight reduction, emphasizing improved mobility for goaltenders. The key feature is the redesigned leg pad core, which takes advantage of new, lightweight materials without sacrificing protection. CCM's Speed Skin technology on the leg pads further reduces friction with the ice, enhancing a goalie's ability to push off for explosive saves. Not only is the full set lighter and more mobile overall, but it also has a more balanced weight distribution across the padding, with a quick-release strapping system for efficient pad attachment, adjustment, and removal.
Key features include:
| QK5 Strapping System | Allows for exceptional 5-hole closure. It provides a custom fit and superior mobility. |
| Double Stack Tapered Technology (DST) | Creates a larger catching surface on the leg pads. The tapered design helps direct rebounds away from the crease. |
| Prime Flex Glove with D3O palm | Provides a comfortable and secure fit with excellent flexibility. The D3O palm is designed to absorb impact and reduce shock. |
| Proven Performance Blocker | Blockers have a centered palm position, which gives them a balanced, lightweight feel. The blocker face and sideboards are made from HD foam, ensuring consistent rebounds. |
| Lightweight Construction | The entire set is constructed with lightweight materials to help improve mobility and reduce fatigue. |
Top Competitors
The Vapor 2X Pro prioritizes similar features to the CCM Extreme Flex III, including lightweight construction for mobility, good sealing to minimize the five-hole gap, and a comfortable, flexible catching glove. However, Bauer incorporates their own technologies like Curv Composite for leg pads and Free Flex Mobility for unrestricted butterfly movements. While True might not have the brand recognition of CCM or Bauer, their L12.2 set has gained traction among professional goalies. It offers a strong focus on flexibility and responsiveness, with features like the Fast Rotation System for quicker pad rotation and a softer pad design for better puck control.
Progression of the CCM Extreme Flex III:
The III succeeds a previous model, the CCM Extreme Flex II. Here's a breakdown of the progression.
This set offers similar core features to the III, focusing on mobility, flexibility, and a snug seal to minimize the five-hole gap. CCM started to offer a sharper design, trending away from their traditional “curves”.
The III introduced the Speed Skin material, which is similar to standard Jenpro (it has a raised surface, which causes less material to touch the ice, causing less friction, and a better slide overall). The III is lighter than the previous model. The pads are slimmer, with nylon lining the knee and leg channel. CCM also reduced the number of straps.
| 👍 Pros |
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| The III does a nice job of enclosing your leg and ensuring that the outer and inner calf wraps cover your ankles. |
| I’m pleasantly surprised that the Eflex 3s are the real deal. The Speed Skin works great. They are the best sliding pads I’ve used and surpass my Warrior G2s. |
| Great protection, very light, and very comfortable. |
| 👎 Cons |
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| I had problems when I was trying to fix some comfort issues, and it took a few skates to get the strapping right. |
| CCM doesn't offer a new style of stretchy lacing or toe ties. The traditional straps are removable in the boot/ankle and knee, but removing the bootstraps is frustrating and annoying. |
| The strapping system on these is outdated and cumbersome compared to other offerings. |
This is a traditional pad built for a goalie who wants a combination of mobility and flex but also a solid butterfly. A lot of goalies prefer the look of knee rolls on the front of the pad, as it leads into the traditional and flexible category. The EFlex 3 pad is known for having certain straps removed from the pad and specific ones left on the pad to help support rotation and lighter weight. The gloves had a great broken-in feel right out of the box and were known for excellent closure and craftsmanship.
Chris Dudo aka Goalie Gear Snob