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 V5 7260 goalie catcher has been scaled down to accommodate younger goalies and is designed for goaltenders playing up to the intermediate levels of ice hockey. The 7260 goalie glove is constructed with similar lightweight materials and foams as the Velocity 7460 offering solid protection.
The Velocity 7260 goalie glove has been improved by incorporating a flex palm break helping with a consistent fast break-in. The V5 graphics have been stitched on giving the goalie catcher a high quality look and feel.
Vaughn goalie gloves features a large catching surface with greater volume in the palm helping you to make the save. The dual bar T-web helps improve catching as well as puck retention.
High quality materials are used throughout the Vaughn Velocity 7260 including synthetic leather that is used on all of the high wear areas. Light breathable nylon materials are used to wick away moisture and provide protection to the back of the hand. The finger stalls are constructed using mesh materials that allow improved airflow and help keep you hands cooler during gameplay. Lining the palm of the 7260 catcher is a Nash synthetic leather that maintains a textured feel even when wet.
The fit on the Vaughn goalie glove comes from three adjustable straps, one across the fingers, another across the back of you hand and finally one at the wrist. The Vaughn Velocity strapping system allows for greater control and limits glove twist when taking hard shots on the edges. Adjustable knuckle straps allows the keeper to achieve a custom fit as well as gain more control.
- Model Number: T7260
- Heritage: Vaughn Velocity V4 7250
- Level of Play:
- Roller: Up to Advanced
- Ice: Up to Intermediate
- Sizing Guidelines:
- Intermediate: 6 1/4" - 7"
- Measured from heel of palm to tip of middle finger
- Hand Selection:
- Regular = Catcher used on the left hand
- Full Right = Catcher used on the right hand
Specifications
- Construction:
- Synthetic leather
- Offers good durability
- Large catching surface with greater volume
- Flared flex cuff box
- Improved puck deflection
- Pocket:
- Deep Double T-pocket
- Deep pocket helps contain the puck
- Nylon net cordage
- Frontside Protection:
- Flex palm break
- Offers consistent fast break-in
- Two-piece cuff design
- Adds flexibility
- Traditional design
- No binding cuff
- Expands blocking surface
- Flared molded front cuff
- Added puck deflecting and wrist mobility
- Heat moldable for custom fit and feel
- Backside Protection:
- High-density foam fingertip protection
- Segmented backhand flap
- Can be fully opened to allow improved drying
- Flexible backhand cuff
- Wrist and backhand protection
- Large thumb box provides maximum thumb protection
- Inside:
- Knitted mesh finger stalls
- Helps with airflow and breathability
- Helps keep your hand cool
- Nash leather lined palm for durability
- Leather lined soft foam hand bridge
- Adds comfort
- Absorbs shock
- Fit:
- Three Adjustable straps
- Finger stall
- Backhand
- Wrist
- Adjustable Knuckle straps
- Allows for a custom fit
- Improves control
- Weight:
- 1.98lbs