Gear up with these top-selling CCM pads. We collaborate with players and gear experts to review each set based on flexibility (how easy it is to move and adapt), slidability (the ease with which a goalie can slide across the ice), and durability (ability to withstand wear and tear). Rankings are updated weekly based on SidelineSwap sales data.
The CCM Eflex 5 features a molded knee roll design for stability, a Dual1teCore Technology for flexibility, and a SpeedSkin material for slideability. The blocker has a heat-laminated dual-density foam board for durability and a straight finger protector for added protection. The glove offers a 60-degree closure, double-T pocket, and a Flexmotion Design for mobility and protection. With its innovative features and focus on goalie biomechanics, the EFLEX 5 is the ideal choice for goalies.
CCM’s Extreme Flex 5 line is designed for the traditional goalie who appreciates a softer-built pad with game-ready gloves. The EFlex 5 is a traditional knee-rolled pad with a special strapping system to reduce weight but increase leg connectivity to the pad. It's very light, has great rebound control, and gives a good seal to the ice. Some goalies say they can feel a quality loss now that these pads are no longer involved with Lefevre.
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The CCM Extreme Flex III hockey goalie set is lighter and more mobile, thanks to a redesigned leg pad core that uses lightweight materials while maintaining protection. The Speed Skin technology minimizes friction with the ice, allowing for quick, explosive saves. The set features a 90 degree boot flex with torsional flex as well as a deep, ultra soft boot that allows for more freedom of movement.
This is a traditional pad built for a goalie who wants a combination of mobility and flex but also a solid butterfly. A lot of goalies prefer the look of knee rolls on the front of the pad, as it leads into the traditional and flexible category. The EFlex 3 pad is known for having certain straps removed from the pad and specific ones left on the pad to help support rotation and lighter weight. The gloves had a great broken-in feel right out of the box and were known for excellent closure and craftsmanship.
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The CCM Extreme Flex 4 combines a lightweight design with reliable protection. It features a Flexible Toe String System which attaches the player's skates to their pads which improves mobility. Additionally, the Quick Motion Strapping System ensures a secure, comfortable fit, complemented by an adjustable calf strap for customization.
The EFlex 4 is the updated version of the III and has very notable changes to how the knee block is integrated into the core of the pad. Many goalies really liked the EFlex 4 because it has a better feel on the ice. You feel supported in the butterfly, and the pad feels very comfortable on the leg when you move. The 4 features almost 30 colors of Speed Skin and has a traditional vintage pad look. Many big-name goalies wore the EFlex 4, which was extremely popular when it came out.
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The CCM Eflex 6 is a top-tier goalie set featuring the DRS PRO knee stack for enhanced cross-crease movements, seal, and stability. The glove boasts a 15% weight reduction and improved strapping for better control and agility. The blocker includes responsive technologies for effective puck deflection. Overall, the EFLEX 6 is an excellent choice for goalies.
CCM’s Extreme Flex 6 line is focused on agility, mobility and technical skill without sacrificing seal or slide. The EFlex 6 is a traditional knee rolled pad with a unique inner sliding edge that aids in the butterfly technique. Just note, there are new finger and pinky loops in this glove to improve traction, but some goalies might miss the finger stalls that were present in previous models.
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The CCM Axis 2 Pro goalie full set builds on the successful Axis 1 line with enhancements for elite goalies. It features CCM's lightweight Speed Skin material for improved glide efficiency and a combination of PE foam and D30 Smart Material for better impact absorption, protection, and flexibility. Additionally, the glove includes a redesigned catching pocket for enhanced puck handling.
The CCM Axis 2 Pro is my favorite set to use. They have a solid inside edge, so you visibly can’t see a gap between the inside gusset and knee block; It looks like it's all one piece. It helps in sliding, and it has a very flat face as well. They redesigned the glove and blockers, making them a lot lighter. They have a very unique strapping system across the back of the hand. Instead of having individual finger stalls where you put your hand into the glove, there are no individual finger stalls but ratchet straps across your hand (I call it an oven mitt glove). Not everyone likes it. This specific strapping is found on the 591 break option. I had a really bad tendon surgery, so I don't have the best hand strength. For me, the "oven mitt glove" works well.
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The CCM Premier II Pro hockey goalie set prioritizes protection for goalies facing the toughest competition, with CCM’s Quick Motion Strapping System for reduced weight and improved pad attachment. CCM's LiteCore technology makes the pads lighter without sacrificing protection or puck-rebounding capabilities. The set features the brand's Speed Skin material for reduced friction on the ice, aiding in efficient movement and quicker slides. This well-rounded focus on weight reduction, optimized performance, and elite-level protection signifies the Premier II Pro's place at the top of CCM's line.
The CCM Premier II Pro is on the stiffer side and sits higher on the body. It's made for a goalie who wants to rely on their positioning. It is a flat face pad, so rebounds are predictable and push away nicely. It's known for having a very specific inside edge of the pad. So when you drop down into the butterfly, it has less contact area to the ice. Many people like it because it slides better if it's not touching the ice as much.
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The CCM Extreme Flex 6 goalie full set caters to modern butterfly goalies who rely on a wide range of motion for acrobatic saves and reactionary movement. CCM achieves this through a new Dualite Core technology, featuring a stiffer inner core for better ice sealing and a more flexible outer core for enhanced mobility. Additionally, the Extreme Flex 6 has a redesigned knee block system for improved stability and a deeper boot channel for a closer fit. This combination ensures the goalie stays connected to the ice while maximizing their reach and flexibility. The Extreme Flex 6 incorporates premium materials and construction throughout the pads, glove, and blocker for long-lasting durability and protection.
The EFlex line is known for being a flexible, mobile pad. It features a one-piece sliding edge, just like the Axis 2 model, but the EFlex 6 is slightly softer and leads into the flexible pad market. So if the Axis pad was too stiff but the EFlex 4 or 5 is too soft, the EFlex 6 is right in the middle. It's very popular, but the glove has the same internal strapping system as the Axis 2 and basically has no finger stalls, and not everyone likes that. That specific glove is called the 581 break. The whole set is still very light. The pads and blocker have solid durability with its SpeedSkin material.
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