All
new design for 2008, the Vaughn Epic 8600 leg pad features a narrow side profile
design constructed to be lighter for more responsive leg movements the
pad face features softer from foam to reduce rebounds and give great puck
control The
Epic 8600 size and dimensions comply with all new league rule specifications Full
length leg and knee cradles feature adjustable knee and leg lifters that allow
precise adjustment of leg height off the ice ice when going down on the inside
pad edges This
keeps the knee and leg supported above the ice and produces superior ergonomic
leg position to allow for maximum leg extension while reducing stress on the
knees and hip and allows for quicker leg rotation and extension along the ice The
design on the inside edge of the pad gives a flat inner edge and side knee
platform for improved body balance The
narrower side panel reduces pad drag to allow quicker pad slide along the inner
edge and properly positions the pads on the ice to give maximum leg support and
to keep the pad face square to the ice for greater net coverage Knee
hugger curved shape in the top section of the pad keeps the pad from drifting
away from the knee closes the top thigh portion of the pads when down on the ice
reducing five-hold gaps Large
square shaped outside rolls prevent puck skip over and provide a defined outer
pad edge that increases net coverage and stabilizes the pad height to limit pad
compression Large
curved thigh boards provide additional knee and thigh protection and increase
five-hole coverage Balanced
construction for lighter feel and quick response Plus
one inch sizing with tall thigh rise for added coverage Full
length leg protection Knee
and leg lifters for ultimate pad adjustment Flex-Pac
internal padding