The Synergy girdle offers solid protection with the two hip pads and the thigh pads all consisting of the same multiple layers of high density foams and plastic inserts.  The padding features holes drilled through to allow the highly protective padding to flex and to keep the girdle light.  As well, Easton has added a padded flap between the two hip pads to cover the gap between pads to ensure the player is covered while the player is flexing the girdle.  Plus most of the padding sits in pockets, allowing the player to remove the padding and trim, if desired.