Bauer Vapor X5 Pro SR. Goal Pads

The Bauer Vapor X5 Pro Senior Goalie Pads are a performance-level option for goalies who want the flexible, close-to-the-leg feel of the Vapor family. A thin soft-flex core and mobile 110-degree boot support quick movement, while a CURV-reinforced thigh and single-bracket calf system add the stability needed for strong butterfly coverage.

Bauer Vapor X5 Pro senior pad features

• Thin Vapor core: The soft-flex insert sits close to the leg and allows more horizontal and torsional movement than Bauer's stiffer Supreme-style pads.
• CURV-reinforced thigh: Extra rigidity above the knee helps the thigh rises hold their shape and seal the five-hole without making the entire pad overly stiff.
• Hybrid calf support: A single-bracket structure stabilizes the pad in the butterfly while retaining the flexibility expected from Vapor equipment.
• STABILIFLEX knee block: The supportive landing platform limits unwanted over-rotation but remains more flexible than Bauer's rigid STABILISLIDE system.
• STABILI-GRIP surface: Coated material over the knee landing helps keep the goalie centred during slides and recoveries.
• Tune Fit strapping: The adjustable calf system includes a lower strap for a more connected fit and dependable pad return.
• FREE-FLEX boot: The soft 110-degree boot creates ankle mobility for post work, stance adjustments and fast recoveries.
• CORTECH slide areas: Smooth calf and knee surfaces reduce drag, while the centred elastic toe attachment maintains consistent alignment around the skate.

Who should use the Vapor X5 Pro Senior?

The X5 Pro suits senior performance goalies who prefer a mobile hybrid pad rather than a rigid blocking construction. Its thin profile and flexible boot work well for active goalies who use quick edgework, recoveries and reactive saves but still need a stable knee landing and firm thigh rise.

Complete your Bauer Vapor setup

Pair the pads with the matching Bauer Vapor X5 Pro Senior Catcher or the TGC custom-colour X5 Pro Catcher. Compare newer and alternative constructions in our Bauer goalie leg pads collection.