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 Ventus LT80 Goalie Hockey Pant provides advanced level protection and design features. The wide profile cut on the LT80 goal pant creates added room and comfort allowing complete coverage and flexibility for improved body movement.
The LT80 goal pants are designed with large thigh guards, designed to stay centered on the thigh while increasing net coverage. The LT80 goalie pants feature high density internal inserts for improved side groin protection and hold the the pant outward for increasing coverage. Internal molded hip sections and extended tailbone protection provided solid overlapping protection without restricting mobility. The rear leg features a vertical split that allows the thigh protection to stay in place while going down into the butterfly position. The rear split also optimizes thigh guard positioning for improved five-hole coverage. These pants feature a padded nylon belt strapping system and skate laces ensuring a proper fit.
The Ventus LT80 hockey goalie pant provides excellent protection and materials designed to enhance goaltending playing potential.
- Model Number: PLT80
- Heritage: New
- Level of Play:
- Roller: Professional
- Ice: Advanced
- Vaughn Sizing Guideline:
- Size // Waist Measurement
- SM // 36" - 38"
- MD // 40" - 42"
- LG // 44" - 46"
- XL // 48" - 50"
Note: Add 8-10 inches to actual waist size then match to appropriate pant size.
Fitting Guide: Recommendations are based on average-sized consumers and should be used as a guide only.
Specifications
- Construction:
- Nylon shell
- Lightweight durable material
- Mesh internal lining
- Helps keep you cooler
- Full stretch crotch and inner thighs gussets
- Improves flexibility and mobility
- Protection:
- Floating lower spine protection
- Floating tailbone protection
- Plastic inserts reinforced with foam
- Floating hip panel protection
- Floating abdominal pad
- Segmented kidney protection reinforced with HD foam
- Molded poly thigh guards
- Molded poly outer thigh protection reinforced with low density foam
- Molded poly hip guards reinforced with low density foam
- Fit:
- Traditional lace up system
- Padded nylon belt strapping system
- Reinforced tab mounted suspender buttons
- Weight:
- 4.5lbs (Based on a Senior Medium)