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 True Catalyst L87 Goalie Leg Pads offer Levevre's innovative design and manufacturing processes in a modern-day package for elite-level performance. With a retro graphic package to match, you'll boast a throwback look that will surely have other goalies envious. Designed with a soft core for short rebounds, goalies can harness their rebound activity to dominate and control the play in the blue paint.
A single break core, single break outer roll, and stiffer thigh rise offer premium mobility and an excellent seal to the ice when dropping down to the butterfly. Paired with the FRS strapping system, the L87s offer a customized fit on the leg, providing increased stability and even weight distribution. Finished off with a flexible boot and hybrid bungee lace toe attachment, goalies can maximize their cross-crease pushes to make the game-winning save.
| OVERVIEW | |
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| Level of Play | Elite |
| Playing Style | Hybrid - Maximum Mobility and Close Rebounds |
| Weight | 5.4 lbs (33"+2" Leg Pad) |
| Heritage | New |
| Model Number | CATL87-STD-PADS |
| Available Sizes | 29"+2", 30"+2", 31"+2", 32"+2", 33"+2", 34"+2" |
| Available Colors | Black, White |
| (Note: All products are independently weighed and measured at IW Hockey with a 5% variance.) | |
Specifications
| KEY TECHNOLOGIES | |
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| FRS Strapping Located on the calf, FRS includes double internal adjustable straps for increased stability, weight distribution, and ankle mobility. It's an extremely user-friendly strapping system that enables quick adjustments, customized fit around the leg, and premium pad rotation. |
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| Soft Pad Designed to absorb puck impact so goalies can control the game. |
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| Traditional Knee Roll Styling Best suited for hybrid goalies, knee rolls provide a more flexible feel for goalies who rely on more reactive movement. |
| CONSTRUCTION | |
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| Material | Synthetic Leather |
| Core | Soft |
| Flex Profile | Pre-Curved Single Inner Break |
| Pad Face | Knee Rolls |
| Outer Roll | Square, Single Break |
| Leg Channel | Shallow Loose Fit |
| Boot Channel | Regular |
| Graphics | Synthetic Leather |
| PROTECTION | |
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| Knee Landing | Thick HD Foam |
| Knee Cradle | Standard Foam |
| Calf Wrap | HD Foam |
| Thigh Protector | N/A |
| STRAPPING SYSTEM | |
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| Knee | Adjustable Elastic Velcro |
| Calf | FRS |
| Boot | N/A |
| Toe | Pro Lace, Bungee Toe Ties |
| MANUFACTURER WARRANTY | |
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| Protective Gear | 90 days |
| Contact | True Hockey Direct |
Sizing Chart
| TRUE LEG PAD SIZING GUIDELINES | |
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| With bare feet and knee slightly bent, measure the distance from the floor to the middle of the knee cap. Use this floor-to-knee measurement and player height to find the best-fitting leg pad size using the table below. |
| INTERMEDIATE - TRUE GOALIE LEG PAD SIZING CHART | |
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| Pad Size | Floor to Knee |
| 29"+2" | 16" - 16.5" |
| 30"+2" | 17" - 17.5" |
| 31"+2" | 18" - 18.5" |
| SENIOR - TRUE GOALIE LEG PAD SIZING CHART | |
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| Pad Size | Floor to Knee |
| 32"+2" | 19" - 19.5" |
| 33"+2" | 20" - 20.5" |
| 34"+2" | 21" - 21.5" |
| HELPFUL ARTICLES | |
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| How to Size a Goalie Leg Pad | |
| How to Select a Goalie Leg Pad | |
| IW Goalie Gear Learning Center | |
| IW Hockey Learning Center |
