My kid has used these now for 2 weeks as of this post. He came up after his last game of the season and said, "Dad, I really like these guards! I forgot they were even there until I went shin to shin with a striker! I barely felt it!". To see him so excited about a small change to his gear says wonders about this product. I think the next purchase will be the weighted ones to help with his vertical power. Thanks Speed Demon for taking the time and care you put into your designs.