Product Reviews
Graf Canada LTD. Gs IX Shinguard
* New injected poly knee for a deeper fit offering additional protection and stability * Mesh vented shin for maximum moisture management * Removable evaFit lining with asymmetric knee and shin PCF memory foam for a complete custom fit with minimal pad movement * Calf guard utilizing thermo molded multi-density protection for fit and mobility * Dual-removable strapping system utilizing neoprene strapping to allow for both fit and function * Ultra fresh anti-microbial lining treatment
Average Rating:
(9 Reviews) 9
Rating Snapshot (9 reviews)
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4 out of 9(44%)reviewers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Gs IX Shinguard
Review 1 for Gs IX Shinguard
Date:3/27/13
Overall Rating
Comfort
4
out of
5
Design
4
out of
5
Durability
1
out of
5
Features
4
out of
5
Performance
1
out of
5
Protection
2
out of
5
Value
2
out of
5
907bluedevils
Location:Eagle River, Alaska
Skill Level: Intermediate
Frequency: 1 time per week
Gender: male
Interest: Ice Hockey
Best Description: Player
Bad Knee Caps
Pros: Great value
Cons: Quality
Same experience as the others writing reviews on this Graf shinguard; first pair I ordered, cracked right knee right away; second pair--same thing (had to be right knee again, argh!). Straps are thin and elastic is cheap. While the design was good in that they are nicely streamlined and light weight, the quality is definitely defective. Very unhappy to have two pairs do the same thing.
Review 2 for Gs IX Shinguard
Date:1/4/13
Overall Rating
Comfort
4
out of
5
Design
3
out of
5
Durability
1
out of
5
Features
3
out of
5
Performance
2
out of
5
Protection
2
out of
5
Value
2
out of
5
Size:
Small
Large
DogBoy
Location:Northeern Michigan
Skill Level: Intermediate
Frequency: 2-5 times per week
Gender: male
Interest: Ice Hockey
Best Description: Player
Keep shopping
Pros: Easy to use
Cons: Quality
I purchased these a year ago and have worn them for less than 20 games. While initially pleased with the fit and comfort - notwithstanding the lousy strap system - as others have noted, the knee caps on both shin guards have cracked within the last month due to hard falls to the ice...first on my right knee and, more recently, my left. I have also noted the stitching unraveling in several spots. Definitely a design defect and I would highly recommend you steer away from this product. Has anyone contacted Graf about this??
Review 3 for Gs IX Shinguard
Date:10/24/12
Overall Rating
Comfort
4
out of
5
Design
3
out of
5
Durability
1
out of
5
Features
3
out of
5
Performance
3
out of
5
Protection
1
out of
5
Value
1
out of
5
Davestator
Location:Minnesota
Skill Level: Intermediate
Frequency: 1 time per week
Gender: male
Interest: Ice Hockey
Best Description: Player
Cracked kneecaps 3 games in...
Cons: Quality
Apparently I am not the only person with this problem. They were very comfortable and protective until I managed to get them into my third game, when suiting down I noticed that both knee caps were completely destroyed. This is some sort of a material quality issue, and needs to be rectified. I just had to drop another 95 bucks on new shins.
Review 4 for Gs IX Shinguard
Date:6/12/12
Overall Rating
Comfort
5
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Protection
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
zzzz
So far, so good; excellent, in fact
Pros: Great value, Quality, Easy to use, Features
I've had these a couple months and love them. I've not experienced any problems with cracking like other reviewers. They are extremely comfortable, yet provide ample coverage, at least for a forward. When I'm playing, I don't even know they're there--which, to me, is sign of good equipment. I can't comment on durability yet.
Review 5 for Gs IX Shinguard
Date:5/25/12
Overall Rating
Comfort
5
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Durability
1
out of
5
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
1
out of
5
Protection
1
out of
5
Value
1
out of
5
newbs
Location:Md
Skill Level: Advanced
Frequency: 2-5 times per week
Gender: male
Interest: Ice Hockey
Best Description: Player
Dissapointing
Pros: Easy to use
Cons: Quality, durability
i love graf equip but these shins cracked before the 3rd game when i was stretching. They are so comfortable though the best fit i have found. The just crack easily.
Review 6 for Gs IX Shinguard
Date:5/2/12
Overall Rating
Comfort
3
out of
5
Design
2
out of
5
Durability
1
out of
5
Features
2
out of
5
Performance
1
out of
5
Protection
1
out of
5
Value
1
out of
5
Size:
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Large
Weight:
Heavy
Light
Drowsy
Location:Chicago, il
Skill Level: Intermediate
Frequency: 2-5 times per week
Gender: male
Interest: Ice Hockey
Best Description: Player
Major flaws in design and protection
Cons: Quality
Aside for the akward strap issue, I went down hard once in these and cracked both knee caps...both in the exact same spot, from the bottom middle of the stitching to half way up the cap.
This could be some sort of an amazing coincidence and I hit the ice exactly the same on both knees at exactly the same time, with exactly the same force, or it's one heck of a flaw that might account for the super sweet discount. Bottom line, be careful of deals this good. Before I bought them there was only one review on this sight and it mentioned the straps, which I could let pass, the sub par knee caps, not so much.
Be safe!
Be safe!
Review 7 for Gs IX Shinguard
Date:4/20/12
Overall Rating
Comfort
4
out of
5
Design
3
out of
5
Durability
4
out of
5
Features
4
out of
5
Performance
3
out of
5
Protection
2
out of
5
Value
3
out of
5
Bekoz
Location:Thunder Bay, Ontario
Skill Level: Intermediate
Frequency: 2-5 times per week
Decent Pad
Pros: Great value, Quality, Features
Cons: pads tend to ride outwards leaving knee vulnerable
Good quality shin pad for the price. Am happy with the comfort and fit. Pads don't fit contour of leg like others I have worn do so takes a bit to figure out positioning of them when putting them on (don't feel knee slide into place with them). Pads do ride outwards a bit during play (even with straps tight and tape on). Wasn't aware of this and first game with them took a shot on the inside of the knee just clipping the plastic. Was rather painful. Past shin guards had wider knee cap protection and never had this happen in 10+ years. Protection otherwise seems quite good. Do like the air vents in the front, help keep you cooler while playing.
Review 8 for Gs IX Shinguard
Date:3/23/12
Overall Rating
Comfort
5
out of
5
Design
5
out of
5
Durability
5
out of
5
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Protection
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Ranger24
Location:Colorado
Skill Level: Advanced
Frequency: 2-5 times per week
Gender: male
Interest: Ice Hockey
Best Description: Player
Very Happy with all of Graf's protection line
Pros: Great value, Quality, Easy to use, Features
All I can say is the Graf's protection line in the GS and G700 line are awsome. Great Price for pro level pads. The shin pads have memory foam in the knee and on the shin that is simply great. Same thing on the elbow pads. The shin pads are light, comfortable and provide plenty of protection. I have nothing bad to say about these except they do get a little hot as ventilation is not that great. You will be happy with any high level pads you get, but you can get these at 1/2 the price and be just as happy.
Highly recommend.
Highly recommend.
Review 9 for Gs IX Shinguard
Date:9/30/11
Overall Rating
Comfort
3
out of
5
Design
4
out of
5
Durability
4
out of
5
Features
3
out of
5
Performance
3
out of
5
Protection
3
out of
5
Value
4
out of
5
Size:
Small
Large
Weight:
Heavy
Light
glorydays25
Location:East Coast-
Skill Level: Advanced
Frequency: 2-5 times per week
Gender: male
Interest: Ice
Best Description: Player
Decent pad for good price
Pros: Great value, Quality, Features
Cons: lower strap
Upgraded to new shins pads- these pads are nice quality for the price.
pro: light, seem durable, and dry quickly.
con: the shins narrow toward the bottom. I'm used to a bulkier pad, so they took some getting used to. I'd say they are good for offense, but a defenseman may want a bigger shin. The bottom strap in a bit annoying, but then again, its new to me so may just be a user preference.
overall: good deal for a decent pad. The back covers the entire calf, which is a nice thing, esp if you've never had it.
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