What are the key features of the Tribe7 Fort7 Pro lacrosse goalie head. How does its weight compare to other popular goalie heads. What makes the Fort7 Pro’s face shape unique in the market. How does the Fort7 Pro perform in real game situations.
The Evolution of Tribe7 Fort7 Goalie Head
Tribe7, a San Diego-based equipment manufacturer, has made significant strides in the lacrosse industry since its inception in 2009. Their commitment to producing durable and affordable lacrosse equipment for players of all levels has led to the development of innovative products, including the Fort7 goalie head.
The Fort7 goalie head comes in two versions: the original Fort7 and the Fort7 Pro. While both versions share the same face and head shape, the Pro version incorporates an upgraded plastic material called Durovulc. This enhancement addresses the concerns raised by goalies about the original version’s flexibility, providing increased stiffness without significantly impacting the weight.
Weight Analysis: How the Fort7 Pro Stacks Up
One of the Fort7 Pro’s standout features is its lightweight design combined with impressive stiffness. This combination aims to enhance a goalie’s hand speed, potentially increasing save opportunities during games.
The strung-up Fort7 Pro head weighs approximately 440 grams (15.5 oz). To put this into perspective, let’s compare it to other popular goalie heads:
- Fort7 Pro: 440 grams (15.5 oz)
- STX Eclipse 2: 444 grams (15.66 oz)
- ECD Impact: Lighter than both (exact weight not provided)
Dylan Mandeville, an experienced user of the Fort7 Pro, notes that its weight is comparable to other market leaders like the Eclipse II or Nemesis III goalie heads. He also points out that while it matches most heads on the market, the ECD Impact remains unrivaled in terms of lightweight design.
Impact of Weight on Performance
How does the weight of a goalie head affect performance on the field? A lighter head can contribute to:
- Increased hand speed
- Quicker reactions to shots
- Reduced fatigue during long practices or games
- Improved overall maneuverability
The Fort7 Pro’s weight seems to strike a balance between lightness and functionality, allowing goalies to move seamlessly without feeling hindered by the equipment.
Face Shape: Maximizing Ball-Stopping Potential
Perhaps the most distinctive feature of the Fort7 Pro is its unique face shape. Tribe7 has taken a “more is better” approach, maximizing the head’s surface area to the limits allowed by regulations.
Surface Area Advantage
According to Tribe7, the Fort7 boasts the largest ball-grabbing surface area of any goalie head in lacrosse. They claim it offers 12.5% more space than the next biggest head, equating to an additional 8 inches of mesh compared to other heads.
While the exact comparison point for this 12.5% increase isn’t specified, the emphasis on maximized surface area is clear. But how does this translate to on-field performance?
- Increased chance of ball interception
- Potential for more saves, especially on off-target shots
- Greater confidence for goalies due to larger stopping area
Shape Comparison
The Fort7 Pro’s face shape can be described as more triangular, contrasting with the spoon-like or rounded designs of heads such as the ECD Impact or STX Eclipse 2. Its closest shape comparisons would be the STX Shield or the Nike Prime Elite goalie heads.
When directly compared to the ECD Impact, the Fort7 Pro shows a noticeable size advantage in terms of ball-stopping surface area. This difference could potentially translate to more saves, especially for goalies who rely on positioning and filling the goal rather than quick reactions.
Performance on Low Shots: A Potential Challenge
While the large face shape of the Fort7 Pro offers clear advantages, it’s not without its challenges. One notable issue arises when dealing with low shots, particularly those off-stick and low.
The prominent edges of the Fort7 Pro can sometimes catch in the turf during low saves, causing the head to spin. This contrasts with more rounded-edge designs like the ECD Impact, which tend to transition more smoothly along the ground.
Is this a deal-breaker for the Fort7 Pro? Not necessarily. It’s more a matter of personal preference and playing style. Goalies who frequently face low shots or play on natural turf may need to adjust their technique or consider this factor in their purchase decision. With practice, many goalies may adapt to this characteristic and still benefit from the increased surface area for saves.
Regulatory Considerations: USA Lacrosse Approval
An important note for female lacrosse players: as of the time of this review, the Tribe7 Fort7 is not on the list of approved USA Lacrosse women’s heads. This regulatory status means that female goalies are currently unable to use the Fort7 Pro in official matches governed by USA Lacrosse rules.
This limitation is significant and should be a primary consideration for female players or teams looking to purchase new goalie heads. It’s always advisable to check the most current approved equipment lists before making a purchase decision.
Side Profile and Offset Design
The side profile of the Fort7 Pro reveals an interesting design choice that sets it apart from many other goalie heads on the market. The head starts with a backward offset at the throat, but then bends forward towards the scoop.
This unique profile serves several purposes:
- Increased Stiffness: The forward bend at the top helps reduce flexing, maintaining the head’s shape during impacts.
- Improved Throwing: The initial backward offset can contribute to better ball release when passing or clearing.
- Enhanced Scooping: The offset design typically makes it easier to scoop ground balls, an important skill for goalies.
The combination of these design elements suggests that Tribe7 has put considerable thought into balancing the various needs of a goalie, from making saves to initiating clears and participating in ground ball situations.
Material Innovation: Durovulc Plastic
One of the key differentiators between the original Fort7 and the Fort7 Pro is the use of Tribe7’s proprietary Durovulc plastic in the Pro version. But what exactly is Durovulc, and how does it benefit goalies?
Properties of Durovulc
Durovulc is an upgraded plastic material that offers:
- Increased stiffness
- Minimal weight increase
- Improved durability
The development of this material was in direct response to feedback from goalies who found the original Fort7 too flexible. By incorporating Durovulc, Tribe7 has addressed this concern without compromising the head’s lightweight nature.
Impact on Performance
How does the use of Durovulc translate to on-field performance? The increased stiffness can lead to:
- More consistent rebound control
- Improved energy transfer when passing or clearing
- Longer-lasting shape retention, even after repeated impacts
While the use of Durovulc does increase the price point of the Fort7 Pro compared to its predecessor, many goalies may find the performance benefits worth the additional investment.
Real-World Performance: Insights from Dylan Mandeville
To gain a better understanding of how the Fort7 Pro performs in real game situations, we turn to the experiences of Dylan Mandeville, an experienced goalie who has been using the Fort7 Pro as his primary head.
Mental Edge
One of the most interesting insights from Dylan is the psychological benefit he derives from the Fort7 Pro’s larger face shape. He notes, “That extra 8 inches of space the head offers, I think, helps mentally for me.” This suggests that the increased surface area not only provides a physical advantage but also boosts the goalie’s confidence.
Adaptability
Despite the potential challenges with low shots mentioned earlier, Dylan’s experience suggests that goalies can adapt to the Fort7 Pro’s unique characteristics. This adaptability, combined with the mental edge of knowing you have more saving surface, could potentially outweigh any initial adjustment period.
Comparison to Market Leaders
Dylan’s comparison of the Fort7 Pro to established heads like the Eclipse II and Nemesis III provides valuable context for goalies considering a switch. The fact that it can hold its own against these popular options in terms of weight and performance is a strong endorsement of Tribe7’s design.
As we continue to explore the features and performance of the Tribe7 Fort7 Pro lacrosse goalie head, it’s clear that this innovative piece of equipment offers a unique combination of lightweight design, maximized surface area, and advanced materials. While it may require some adjustment for goalies accustomed to more traditional designs, the potential benefits in terms of save percentage and overall performance make it a compelling option for goalies at various levels of play.
Tribe7 Fort7 Goalie Head Review
By Coach Damon
In this post, we’ll review the Tribe7 Fort7 goalie head.
Tribe7 is an equipment manufacturer based in San Diego. Founded in 2009 with the intention of producing durable and affordable lacrosse equipment for all players from beginner to advanced/college/pro players.
One of their early pieces of equipment was a faceoff head that was so tough ECD filmed a truck running over it.
There are 2 versions of the Fort7 goalie: the original Fort7 and the Fort7 Pro.
Both versions feature the exact same face and head shape (i.e. same plastic mold) however the Pro version uses an upgraded plastic material they call Durovulc. This newer plastic provides a lot more stiffness with little increase in weight but a bit more of a dent to the wallet.
Lots of goalies complained that the original version was too flimsy so they upgraded the plastic to give it more stiffness with the same large surface area.
Let’s have a look at this goalie head.
To help us with this review of the Fort7 Pro goalie head we’ve recruited the help of Lax Goalie Rat follower Dylan Mandeville, who has been using the Fort7 Pro as his gamer for a while now!
Tribe7 Fort7 Pro: Weight
The Fort7 Pro was designed specifically to be super lightweight and stiff at the same time.
This allows for your hands to be as fast as possible giving you more chances to make big saves in games.
The weight of the strung up Fort7 Pro head comes in at 440 grams (15.5oz).
For comparison my strung up STX Eclipse 2 is 444 grams (15.66oz). While obviously the mesh used can impact these totals it gives you an idea that the Fort7 is just slightly lighter than the Eclipse 2.
In terms of feel, I find the weight of this head to be pretty comparable to a lot of the other heads we’ve tested.
I can move seamlessly with the stick in my hands and I don’t feel as if the weight is deterring me from making any saves.
Dylan’s thought’s: It’s comparable to the Eclipse II or Nemesis III goalie heads in terms of weight. It matches almost every head on the market except for the ECD Impact, and I don’t think anything is going to touch that for a while.
Tribe7 Fort7 Pro: Face Shape
One of the more noticeable qualities of the Fort7 goalie head is its face shape.
According to the Tribe7 website –
The Fort7 has the most ball grabbing surface area of any goalie head in lacrosse. 12.5% more space than the next biggest head. It’s the same as adding an 8 inch plate of mesh to any other head. As in must have it, for more saves.
I’m not sure what head they’re comparing the Fort7 to get that 12.5% number however one thing is clear. Tribe7 definitely went with the more is a better approach as the face shape is really maximized to the limits.
The shape is more of the triangular variety versus the spoon-like or rounded ECD Impact or STX Eclipse 2.
The most comparable head shape of the Fort7 is the STX Shield (left in the photo below) or the Nike Prime Elite goalie heads.
Max surface area makes a lot of sense in terms of saving ability. You don’t need a bachelor’s degree in physics from Harvard to understand that more surface area equals more room to make saves.
When you compare the Fort7 Tribe7 to the recently released ECD Impact goalie head, you’ll see the Fort7 has a sizable size advantage in terms of ball stopping ability.
The one thing that I found when using this head was that while the face shape is certainly bigger than that of the ECD Impact, I found that the more prominent edges of the Fort7 presented a challenge on low shots.
When going to make low saves, especially off-stick low, I found that the head would get stuck in the turf causing the head to spin whereas the more rounded edges of a head like the ECD impact allow for a more smooth transition.
I don’t necessarily see this as a negative though. I think is just something you need to consider when purchasing a head and what your preference is as a goalie. I’m also sure that after some more reps this is something I could get used to with this head and think about all of the additional coverage that you’re going to get.
One very important detail – the Tribe7 Fort7 is NOT on the list of approved USA lacrosse women’s heads. That’s a bummer and it means that – as of this writing – female goalies cannot use the Tribe7 Fort7 goalie head.
Dylan’s Thoughts: The face shape is a little different and that’s what drew me to this head. That extra 8 inches of space the head offers I think helps mentally for me. You’re telling me that I get an extra bit of space to make saves compared to any other head on the market, I’ll take that any day.
The side profile of the Fort7 Pro is pretty interesting:
It starts out offsetting back but then bends forward towards the top.
I think this is a good design for the top to reduce the bends and keep it stiffer while still providing the throwing and scooping benefits that the offset-ness gives you.
Tribe7 Fort7 Pro: Throat
The throat design of the Fort7 resembles that of the StringKing Mark 2G goalie head.
It’s a comfortable grip but the throat does start to get rather wide toward the head. So if you’re one of those goalies that like to position their top hand as close to the head as possible it might get uncomfortable.
I was a “top hand against the plastic” goalie but the Fort7 throat does have these little nubs that made putting a single finger on the throat very comfortable for me.
Tribe7 Fort7 Pro: Stringing
An important factor in a goalie head is: can I throw in a tasty pocket very easily?
With the face shape of the Fort7 it fairly easy to throw in a nice pocket.
The distribution and number of top string holes as well as side string holes is great.
There’s tons of bottom string holes too.
But one knock on this goalie head that I’ve heard from a lot of experts (and even intermediate) stick stringers is the holes are too small. You can see in the pics below its tough to get 2 revolutions of regular string through it. That’s not even the thicker paracord 550.
The cutout scoop, while it does reduce weight, also caused goalie stringers some issues.
Lots of stick stringers had the same feedback regarding the stick hole size:
Other testimonials –
Tribe7 Fort7 Pro: Durability
The Fort7 Pro is made of our proprietary DUROVULC polymer blend, an advanced material that rewrites the strength-to-weight ratio in lacrosse heads.
As mentioned earlier, many goalies complained that the original version was too flimsy so Tribe7 upgraded the plastic to give it more stiffness with the same large surface area.
Both versions feature the exact same face and head shape (i.
e. same plastic mold) however the Pro version uses the upgraded Durovulc material that provides a lot more stiffness with little increase in weight but a bit more of a dent to the wallet.
I think the head flex is relatively okay. It’s not quite the reinforced scoop that ECD Impact or the stiffness of the Warrior Nemesis 3 possesses but it certainly is very stiff and sturdy.
The Fort7 also has winglets on the scoop, to cover and direct more shots while also having teeth on the inside of the scoop, to securely clamp down on more ground balls, making the crease your own personal fort.
Dylan’s thoughts: I’ve used the head for over a year and I think it’s held up pretty well, especially in the summer. I did get one little crack in the bottom of the head after playing in 35-degree weather at our Halloween game though. But I sent an email to the company and they instantly gave me a discount and wanted to send me another one head.
Tribe7 Fort7 Pro: Price
The Fort7 Pro comes in at $107.
99 unstrung. That is comparable to heads such as the STX Ecplise II and ECD Impact heads which come in at 109.99 each on lacrosse monkey.
You also have the option of purchasing a strung head for an extra $45.99. You can choose from a standard or custom option. The custom option allows you to pick the color of mesh, sidewalls, and shooters you want with your head.
Tribe 7 allows you to provide them with any additional requests you may have for getting your head string like how you would like your channel done or the number of shooters you would like in the mesh.
Lastly, you can purchase the Fort7 Pro as a complete stick for $227.77. This comes with the Tribe7 Elite7 shaft, their newest Titanium-Scandium shafts that combine light weight and strength into the perfect premium package.
There’s also a previous version of the Fort7 head made with a different plastic that is priced at $74.99 for those who might be looking for a cheaper option.
Tribe7 Fort7 Pro Goalie Head Video Reviews
Here is the Lax Goalie Rat video review of the Fort7 featuring Coach Damon, Evan, and a new guest: reader and goalie Dylan Mandeville.
Here is ECD Greg’s review of the Fort7:
Here is Chris from MainelyMesh (who since retired from making videos) reviewing the Fort7:
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Conclusion
Thanks a ton to the Tribe7 company for sending us over a Fort7 head to check out. We talked with their team and their are awesome guys and a great company!
The Tribe7 Fort7 is a very solid option for us goalies looking for max surface area while keeping things light and stiff.
The biggest knock on the head is the small stringing holes.
I’d probably recommend this goalie head more for the beginner goalies than the college guys but I wouldn’t be surprised if we spot a few D1 goalies trying out the Tribe7 Fort7 this upcoming season.
Anyone using the Tribe7 Fort7 (newer version)? Leave me a comment down below and let me know your experience.
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