As a goalie myself, I know how important it is to have the right gear when you’re playing in net. I’ve always been the goalie who loved the newest equipment and always stayed on top of the latest trends. I would usually follow the trends of the pro goalies and then wait for Christmas! In this article I’ll share some of the different options available for a goalie gloves today.

When you begin your search for a new pair of goalie gloves, first figure out what type of glove you’re looking for. They make goalie gloves for different conditions, such as bad weather, harder surfaces, for match play only or just training purposes and even for extra protection. Since goalie gloves can get expensive, figure out your budget as well and then determine your size. This can be done by heading to the nearest sports store.

My favorite goalie gloves on the market are made by Uhlsport. I’ve only used this brand for gloves and their top model is called the Uhlsport Cerberus Bionik Goalkeeper Glove. I highly recommend this glove for games, not for training purposes.

This goalie glove made by Uhlsport is one of the most durable gloves made. It’s made with a patented grip foam which is soft and thick. The design is very similar to the human hand, which allows for great support by the spines placed in each finger. These gloves are on the expensive side and can be purchased for $169.99 at soccer.com.

Reusch is another brand that specializes specifically in goalie gear and they do a very good job at it. Their top glove is called Reusch Raptor R1 Ortho-Tec Glove and it’s a bit more affordable than the previous option. They’re made with extra thick foam and some soft latex on the backhand which makes them extremely comfortable. These goalie gloves are great on indoor surfaces and hard outdoor grounds and also provide great protection around the fingers.

These Reusch gloves are priced at $99.00 on soccer.com. They’re also great for match play and high level practice sessions. If this is in your budget, this is one of the best overall gloves you’ll find. I’ve had very good luck with them and the reviews are always great.

There are a few major differences you’ll notice as the quality of goalie gloves decrease. The biggest differences are in the thickness of the cushion and foam. You’ll also notice less support on the fingers. A better pair of soccer goalie gloves will also last longer so I always recommend spending a bit extra if possible.

I hope this has helped you understand a few options available for soccer goalie gloves and good luck finding your new pair!

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