Reusch, trousers designed for the goalkeeper

The CS Padded, long padded trousers for adult goalkeepers

The CS Padded is the long padded trousers from Reusch for adult goalkeepers. Its name says it all, padded means padded in English: its protections are designed for the hips and knees, just like the other padded goalkeeper trousers from the brand.

This is the model to go for from autumn to spring and on s synthetic pitches, where sliding with bare legs leaves burns for a week. It covers the whole leg, blocks the wind during long phases of play away from your goal and keeps your muscles warm between interventions, a detail that matters when a goalkeeper needs to spring into action after twenty minutes of inactivity.

Other goalkeeper trousers, all brands

To broaden your options, compare with Uhlsport trousers, featuring under-foot designs or Kevlar protections, and with Joma's Protec, reinforced at the knees and thighs. All goalkeeper trousers are gathered on the main page, which allows you to compare full-length and three-quarter cuts.

Training trousers or three-quarter 360 Protection for young goalkeepers

For children, Reusch offers two lengths. The Training trousers for kids cover the whole leg with foam inserts at the hips and knees, tapered legs and ankles that prevent the fabric from riding up during dives.

The three-quarter 360 Protection stops below the knee. It keeps the kneecap protected while leaving the calf exposed, making it ideal for late spring training and summer tournaments. Many young goalkeepers have both: the long ones for winter and synthetic, and the three-quarter style as soon as temperatures rise.

From Metzingen to Sepp Maier, the story of Reusch in goalkeeping

Reusch was born in 1934 in Metzingen, in the south of Germany, when Karl Reusch began making accessories in the family attic. His son Gebhard joined the company in 1972 and quickly became interested in football.

From 1973 onwards, Reusch worked with Sepp Maier, goalkeeper for Bayern Munich and West Germany, who wore the brand’s gear during the 1974 World Cup, which his team won at home. Since then, Reusch has established itself as one of the leading brands in goalkeeping, and its padded trousers extend this specialization down to the legs.

Key times to get yourself a pair of Reusch trousers

Before winter, Black Friday and the end-of-year holidays are good times to switch to long trousers; then keep an eye out for winter sales on the goalkeeper equipment promo page. The three-quarter style is usually prepared during the French Days of spring or summer sales, before training resumes, and some sizes left join the clearance.

Frequently asked questions

Can a padded Reusch trouser be washed in a machine?

Follow the label on your model: Reusch advises against machine washing on several of its padded textiles and recommends hand washing in lukewarm water instead. In all cases, forget the tumble dryer, as it compresses the foam.

How to choose the size of a Reusch trouser for a child?

Rely on the child's height in centimetres rather than their age, then check that the foam at the knee sits on the kneecap when they are crouching. A model that is too big will let the protection slip down the shin.

Do long Reusch trousers keep you warm in winter?

They block wind and cold ground, but they remain a piece of playing gear, not thermal leggings. In very cold weather, many goalkeepers add a technical undergarment underneath, which the cut of the padded models allows for.

Are Reusch trousers suitable for handball goalkeepers?

Yes, the handball goalkeeper also falls on the hip and knee, on an even harder surface. The three-quarter style is often preferred indoors, where it’s warm and the free leg allows for greater flexibility.

Can the three-quarter Reusch be worn with high socks?

Yes, that's actually how it's designed: the goalkeeper sock comes up above the calf to the base of the three-quarter trousers, covering the shin guards. The leg thus stays covered without bulk at the calf.