I'm a CCM fan (except I prefer Bauer skates.) Advantages: More form fitting than the Bauer with some extra side padding on the leg side; Stretchier for performance play (yes even for munchkin hockey) Disadvantages: There are no buttons for suspenders so if you have a slender child, the pants will likely not fit- the waist is wider for the length of the pant; the pants do not protect as high over the waist at the sides as a comparable Bauer pant. Interesting feature: The back of the pant is not the traditional canvas that is on the front. It is a stretchier, breathable material. Likely offer less protection (ie a blade) as a result.
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