Goal Pad Designer Pete Smith Interview Podcast

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Pete Smith at Work

Recently I had the great pleasure of speaking with Pete Smith about his career as a goal pad designer, and about his business today. One of the best known designers in the business, Pete is responsible for much of the innovation in today’s equipment made by all major brands.

I would encourage you to listen to today’s podcast interview to learn more from Pete. In our discussion he talks about:
His experience in the industry – which began with his first professional job while still in high school
His design process from work developing the Vaughn Velocity Pad, to new innovations today
Why he doesn’t work with NHL goalies today
The importance of the internet and customer service to his business
NHL regulations on equipment being a disadvantage to smaller goalies
and much, much more.

Pete is a great guy with a solid reputation in the business. If you’re looking to upgrade your gear I would encourage you to drop by his site and have a look, or better yet give Pete a call, I know he’d be happy to help. And when you do, tell him you heard the interview here!

Smith Hockey - http://www.smithhockey.com/

or contact Pete directly:

Phone (585) 637- 8660

E-mail pete.smith@smithhockey.com

January 29, 2009 · Filed under Gear, Interviews

9 Comments »

Richard St-Onge Said,
January 29, 2009 @ 8:53 PM
YES!! My name and question was used in the podcast!!! I’M A STARRRRRR!!!! LOLOL!!!
Nice work, seriously! You definitaly got that Sports Radio Voice and Pete is a POOL of cool information and insight! Thx, i enjoyed listening to every second of it!
Rich from Gatineau, Québec
Craig h Said,
January 30, 2009 @ 12:42 AM
Great listen. As happy as I am with everything about my Smith gear I am equally happy in knowing my gear is made from someone I respect, both as a craftsman and business man.
Craig
Tom DeNapoli Said,
January 30, 2009 @ 1:59 PM
HEY
Nice web site and you look marvoluos!
TD
JR Said,
January 31, 2009 @ 1:27 AM
Thanks for this interview. I own Smith pads and his customer service is great and his product is A1!
This makes me proud to wear Smith!
Red Said,
February 9, 2009 @ 1:52 AM
I have a set of Smith pads and LOVE THEM. Pete has the best customer service and is very responsive. If you don’t mind a little wait, you’ll find that the price (for _custom_ gear) is cheaper than the big boys, and the quality is superb. I’ve played >500 games in my Smith pads and haven’t popped a single stitch! Anytime I wear out a component, I can just call Pete up and he’ll ship you out replacements in a heartbeat.
I’m definitely one of those satisfied customers that took a risk with a small company and am extremely impressed with the quality of the product! My next set of pads (if these ever wear out) will be Smith for sure!
mike Said,
March 1, 2009 @ 7:21 PM
the vaughn velocity pads he designed are completely amazing…
CSGoal Said,
March 21, 2009 @ 8:27 AM
Pete is a visionary, and a very down to earth guy. I would highly suggest to anyone to email him and ask for demo equipment. The small guys need all the help they can get from buyers, and can guarantee a pro level product that is everything you want. Worth looking into for anyone.
Ken Said,
April 22, 2009 @ 12:39 AM
Great listen – I know where I’ll be going for my next set of pads after checking out his website!
Shayne Said,
November 21, 2009 @ 3:22 PM
Pete’s stuff is great….and those are my pads pictured above in the blue and white!