Warrior is stepping into the goalie mask lineup this year with the brand new R/F1 YTH Mask. After extensive research on the current masks available on the market, Warrior believes it has put together a top tier competitor that goaltenders should definitely take a serious look at. This lightweight mask provides superior protection and visibility.
Shell
The shell of the R/F1 YTH Mask is made out of polycarbonate, keeping young goalies safe from the velocity of shots they would be facing while also allowing for maximum maneuverability due to its lightweight design.
Liner
Warrior has put a lot of time into developing their latest padding combination for their R/F1 YTH mask. What’s the point of having an esthetically pleasing hard shell if the padding inside isn’t capable of dispersing the shock of impact. The liner of the R/F1 YTH has IMPAX Foam for maximum impact protection. In addition to that, Warrior has implemented their OMNIshock technology that includes dual density foams that provide both comfort and protection for goalies. Lastly, the whole internal package is put together in Warrior’s FantomFIT process which provides optimal fit characteristics by reducing wasted space and eliminating pressure points on the head.
Cage
The cage included on the R/F1 YTH goalie mask is a HECC square cage.
Chin Cup
The chin cup in the R/F1 YTH mask is a simple styrofoam offering with a softer insert to be comfortable on your chin during play. It is also easily adjustable through the use of velcro attachments.
Sweatband
The sweatband can be one of the most important parts of a goalie mask, especially when sweat is rolling into your eyes! The R/F1 YTH mask features a Polygiene sweatband for maximum absorption and sweat wicking along with an odor reducing element.
Certification
With the HECC square cage, the R/F1 YTH provides certification for 5 years. The mask is suitable for play in both Canada and the USA in the current configuration.
Mask Bag
The R/F1 YTH mask includes a padded Warrior mask bag to keep your mask in tip top shape.
Sizes & Colors
The R/F1 YTH mask comes in one size and features a bold graphic design for the young goalies to show off to their teammates. There are two color options that include a white mask with a light grey graphic as well as a white mask with a neon green and black graphic. The latter also comes stock with a neon green cage.