True's 2026 generation 7X Catalyst pads debut with a stiffer combination of a no-break core with a single break outer. Between their stiffer construction and more accessible price-point, these pads make an excellent option for goalies looking to upgrade from their starter pads.
Construction
No-Break Core w/ Single Break Outer Roll: A stiff no-break core, in combination with a thinned profile, puts down a rigid 5-hole while their single break outer roll allows a bit more flex in the thighs.
Traditional, Knee Roll Face: Evolving from True/Lefevre's Catalyst pad lineup, the Catalyst 7X6 pads take the ice with a classic knee roll face, comprised of dense foams that give the pads a wider range of rebound response.
Knee Cradle & Leg Channel
Recessed Knee Cradle: A flush, recessed knee cradle not only offers space for a wide variety of independent knee guards, but allows the pads to rotate more freely from the knees.
Fast Rotation System Calf Strapping: True's FRS strapping refers to a plush inner calf wrapping with easily-adjustable tension at the top and bottom of the calves. In practice, True's FRS strapping allows goalies to fine-tune how their pads rotate and control from the calves.
Boot & Toe Box
Mid-stiff Boot Flex: True's mid-stiff boot holds a wide butterfly with wide, springy post coverage while allowing some flex in the ankles.
Centered Toe Bridge w/ Elastic Pro Laces: Elastic toe ties secure the pads while allowing more give compared to skate lace toe ties, improving edge control and greatly reducing lower-body strain.
Knee-to-Floor: Without shoes or skates, measure the vertical distance from the floor to the middle of the knee cap.
Thigh Rise: Largely player preference, K-t-F is primarily used to fit the pad. True's retail stock pads are built with a +2 thigh rise.
Fitting: Not all sizes may be available in retail pads, for more exact sizing, consider True Custom.
The information in this fit chart was provided by True Temper Sports, intended as a general fitting guideline. This guide cannot guarantee a perfect fit, as equipment manufacturing and individual preferences can vary. For a more in-depth guide, please visit How to Choose Goalie Leg Pads or contact our customer support team for personalized guidance.
True Temper Sports warranties its equipment against defects in manufacturing, workmanship, or breakage, under normal use and maintenance for a one-time repair or replacement within the time frame specified by item. All determinations of warranty will be made by True Temper Sports.
True Temper Sports will not honor warranty claims on equipment without proof of purchase, outside of its warranty period, subjected to gratuitous abuse, misused, damaged by neglect (including prolonged exposure to inclement weather), repaired or modified outside of True Temper customer service, improperly cared for, or mishandled during the return process.
*Please note: Warranty information provided by True Temper Sports. For additional True Temper Sports warranty information or to begin the claims process, please refer to www.truetempersports.com/en-us/hockey/warranty-policy.
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