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.
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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 7490 Comp Goalie Stick is constructed from a combination of full graphite carbon fiber and fiberglass. The combination of materials makes this goal stick extremely light weight as well as provides superior balance and feel.
The 7490 goal stick is manufactured through Vaughn's molding process under extreme high pressure and heat ensuring complete structural bonding and adhesion to the internal foam core. The blade is constructed using special high tensile strength fibers and resins along with internal ribs to achieve a higher level of durability and rigidity. The stick features a high density internal foam core to help with stick vibrations and shot dampening upon impacts. The paddle features a thin profile design and is built with full composite exterior and high density interior foam core as well. This design helps dampen shots, prevents unwanted paddle flex and adds to the goal sticks response by preventing torsional twisting. The edges of the 7490 goalie stick are reinforced with additional layers of fiber to enhance the strength and limit chipping along the edges.
The Vaughn 7490 goal stick is perfect for goaltenders looking for a high end composite goal stick without the top of the line pricing.
- Model Number: VGS7490
- Heritage: Vaughn 7480
- 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:
- Full graphite carbon fiber and fiberglass construction
- Lightweight
- Superior balance
- Incredible feel and performance
- High pressure heat molded
- Ensures full resin transfer throughout composite materials
- Added strength and consistency
- Shaft:
- Traditional feel
- Straight walls with rounded corners
- Paddle:
- Flat face profile design
- More effective blocking surface
- More predictable rebounds
- Reinforced carbon graphite edges
- Additional strength along the edges
- More durable
- High density foam core
- Dampens impacts
- Prevents unwanted flex
- Blade:
- Internal rib structures
- Added durability and stiffness
- Helps prevents twisting
- High density foam core reduces shock and rebounds
- Rounded heel
- Prevents wear
- Improves shooting and puck handling
- Grip:
- Traditional smooth paint
- Weight:
- 816 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).
Previous Feedback
Comments: Best stick i've had yet! I give it a full 5/5. The curve is just perfect for me and the stick has a really strong construction and it is really light! If the stick breaks, you can call Vaughn and they will send a new one but i havn't had that problem. The price is not that bad and it's really reasonable for this stick. The price is even cheaper if your an IWin member, so become a member! I would reccomend this stick for advanced goalies and you will not be dissapointed when you receive the Vaughn 7490 Composite Goalie Stick!
From: Jordan, FL