Overview
Playing Style
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Power-Focused Playing Style
This style suits players who thrive on generation strong, top end speed through longer and forceful strides. They come with a stiffer boot that efficiently transfers energy into the rink for maximum power with every stride.Acceleration-Focused Playing Style
For players who rely on quick bursts of speed and agile movements to dominate the game, this type of skate is ideal. These offer a moderately stiff boot that balances support with mobility. These these skates, you can swiftly change direction, make sudden moves and accelerate rapidly.
Fit Profile
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If multiple categories are selected, it indicates the skate is available in or can be molded to different fit profiles.
Low Profile Fit
Narrow forefoot, narrow heel pocket, shallow instep depth and low overall volume.
Medium Profile Fit
Medium forefoot, medium heel pocket, medium instep depth and medium overall volume.
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High Volume Fit
Wide forefoot, wide heel pocket, deep instep depth and high overall volume.
Level of Play Definitions
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If multiple categories are selected, it indicates the skate is suitable for multiple levels of play.
Recreational-Level Skates
Built for the new-to-hockey player or casual skaters that are looking for an affordable option. These are great starter skates, especially for youth players.
Shop All Recreational Skates.Performance-Level Skates
Designed for players who are confident in their skating stride and are ready to take their performance to the next level. These players are on the rink 1-2 times a week playing mid-to-high level hockey.
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Engineered for the best performance, protection, durability and comfort. These players are usually on the rink three times or more a week and are playing high-level hockey.
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Cut Protection Level
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This is the general level of protection against cuts.
- Minimum: Basic protection suitable for competitive play
- Standard: Balanced protection for intense gameplay. Protects against more severe cuts.
- Maximum: Highest level of cut resistance for elite gameplay. Ideal for competitive adult hockey and designed for the biggest and fastest players.
ANSI Rated Cut Level
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Measures the actual cut resistance of materials based on the ANSI/ISEA 105 standard.
ANSI Level Description Grams of Force N/A No specific cut resistance rating provided by the manufacturer. N/A A1 Minimal protection; withstands light cuts. 200-499 A2 Lower-level protection; resists slightly heavier cuts. 500-999 A3 Low-level protection; suitable for competitive play. 1,000-1,499 A4 Standard protection; defends against significant cuts. 1,500-2,199 A5 Elevated protection for intense play. 2,200-2,999 A6 Extra protection for faster, higher-impact play. 3,000-3,999 A7 Ultra-high protection. 4,000-4,999 A8 Premium protection for all levels of play and ages. 5,000-5,999 A9 Top-tier cut resistance for ultimate protection. 6,000+
Certifications
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Indicates compliance with safety standards and regulations for hockey gear.
- USA Hockey: Approved for play under USA Hockey regulations. Ensures gear meets safety standards for organized play in the United States.
- BNQ: Certified by the Bureau de Normalisation du Quebec for cut-resistant hockey gear. Required for players in Canadian Minor Hockey leagues to ensure on-ice safety.
- CE: Meets European safety standards for protective equipment. Designed for compliance with regulations across European leagues and recreational play.
The Vaughn Velocity 7800 Goalie Stick comes in at the mid range for Vaughn's foam core 2012 lineup. The VGS 7800 allows a goalie to have great mobility while holding up to constant abuse from the playing surface and direct hits.
The Vaughn 7800 goal stick is manufactured with a foam core and reinforced with internal composite inserts that are encapsulated into the blades foam core. The handle is made from laminated wood with Birch and Aspen layers providing a constant flex and solid feel giving the goalie amazing control while shooting. Vaughn designed the paddle to have a stiffer construction with a special pre-laminated hard composite. This hard composite is bonded to the stick creating exceptional strength and rigidity, as well as extending the life of the stick. The blade is temperature molded with Vaughn's own special epoxy resin and contains hard laminate composite inserts on the front and back of the blade for added strength, and limits the blade flex while shooting. The heel has been reinforced with an ABS plastic insert that is bonded with the foam core to help prevent the heel from splitting. The VGS 7800 is designed well, having excellent balance that helps with blocker hand fatigue.
Producing only goalie gear, Vaughn is consistently designing exceptional equipment for goalies of all ages and playing levels. The VGS 7800 Foam Core goalie stick is made in Canada and is a great performer for goalies looking for a slightly less expensive stick thats durable.
- Model Number: VGS7800
- Heritage: Vaughn 7600
- Level of Player:
- Roller: Up to Professional
- Ice: Up to Advanced
- Sizing Guidelines:
- Regular = Stick used in the Right hand
- Full Right = Stick used in the Left hand
Specifications
- Construction:
- Stiff construction
- Hard laminated composites on outer surfaces increase durability
- Made in Canada
- Shaft:
- Laminated wood handle with Birch and Aspen layers
- Straight face with rounded corners
- Paddle:
- Foam core
- Wood handle constructed through the paddle
- Blade:
- Foam core
- Hard composite inserts on front and back
- Grip:
- Traditional laminated wood handle
- Weight:
- 930 Grams (Based on a 26" paddle)
- Paddle Sizing Guidelines:
- Vaughn Measurement = Universal Measurement
- 25" = 26.5"
- 26" = 27.5"
- 27" = 28.5"
- Universal Measurement is taken from the top of the handle to the first point of contact with the playing surface (heel).