I loved the slim design, but also experienced a significant tear along the groin line up to the hip. Big bummer.

I've been playing for nearly 20 years, so I've always had stuff made for guys. I thoiught I'd give a product designed for women a shot. While these have a *tad* more hip room and smaller waist, and have more protection higher on the center of the back, they also are shorter in the leg. Unless I get a longer pair of shin guards, these pants leave a 3-4" gap between my shin and my lower thigh. While the ventilation and breathability of these pants is exceptional, it's because there is zero padding on the inside of the thigh and back of the leg. Lastly, I've had these pants for two months and the seams are pulling apart just to the left of the front closure, near the groin. I only play rec hockey in a women's league, 2-4 nights a week, and I'd say I'm intense, but I know I'll always be on the novice roster when we go to tournaments... so these pants are pretty disappointing. If you're playing in anything more than lower level rec league, look elsewhere for a sturdier pair of pants.

Bought these pants because I was looking for a slimmer silhouette than the guys pants I was wearing. I realize that low profile means less padding, but didn't realize how much less. And why is it that I always crash really hard and fall on the areas where the pants don't have pads?! Yowza. Also, I've had the pants for 8 months and they're coming unstitched in the most random place, right along the groin line up to my hip. Great. I don't recommend these pants unless you are a superstar and know how to hand sew.

We bought these for our daughter. They fit great. But they have no padding on the back of the thigh. There is a small amount above the back of the knee -- that's it. She wants to be protected so these are going back. Otherwise they are very nice and fit her well.