On the surface, there are plenty of visible upgrades on the new CCM Extreme Flex 4 pads as soon as you take it out of the box. The readily evident improvements from the E-Flex 3 line include new features like the 3D molded kneestack and Quick Motion strapping that debuted with Premier 2 last year, and a flexible new bungee toe tie system. There is an updated graphic with a new overlay to make it pop more, and a streamlined outer knee wrap. Even the strapping tabs have been upgraded.
The biggest improvement in the E-Flex 4 pad, however, comes from within in the form of a modified core, and it becomes evident as soon as you hit the ice.
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