Maverik M6 Lacrosse Glove Review
Same fit M5 guys already trust, with a new palm that finally gets the stick feel and durability right.
LaxDrip verdict: a proven fit with a better palm, real mobility and a cuff you can set up your way. A smart buy at the sale price.
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Palm, Fit, & Mobility
After years of coaching, from box floors up in Canada to summer turf in Virginia Beach, I can tell you the first thing I look at on a kid's gear is his gloves. Not the head, not the shaft. The gloves. If a player can't feel his twig, nothing else matters. His cradle gets sloppy, his stick protection falls apart in traffic, and he's dropping GBs he should be winning.
That's why the new CONNEKT PALM on the M6 is the headline here. Maverik built this glove as the next step from the M5, which was already one of the most popular gloves in the game. They kept the classic fit players already liked and rebuilt the palm for a more precise feel on the stick. They also claim a 30% durability improvement, and that matters. Palms are always the first thing to go. Anyone who has watched a glove blow out in the first month of the season knows the pain.
The Maverik M6 player glove. Check sizes and colors at BattleLax.
Mobility is the other big piece. The M6 uses DuraStretch panels that flex in three directions, so the glove moves with your hand instead of fighting it. When you're rolling a dodge, protecting your stick top side, or snapping a quick feed off the crease, you want a glove that doesn't restrict your wrists. A stiff glove makes players cradle like robots, and I've seen it slow down a lot of otherwise good stick skills.
Cuff, Ventilation, & Moisture Control
The adjustable cuff is something I really like. You can run it closed for more wrist and forearm protection, or open it up in a flared fit for more range of motion. That gives you real flexibility based on how you play:
- Closed fit: a good choice for defensemen, LSMs, and anyone who lives in the alley taking and giving checks.
- Flared fit: better for attackmen and middies who want to move their wrists freely on the dodge and shoot.
Heat is the other thing nobody talks about until it's July in Virginia Beach and the kids are playing three games in a weekend. The M6 has FlowCool venting on the back of the hand to let heat out, and a QuickDry liner that helps sweat evaporate faster. A glove that stays drier keeps its feel deeper into a game, and it keeps your bag from smelling like a locker room after a tournament. (If yours already does, here's how to clean lacrosse gloves the right way.)
See it live
Want to see the M6 on hands and on the stick? Here's a review from YouTube.
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The Look
The M6 comes in White and Black. That's it, which will disappoint players who want a loud colorway. But both are clean, and either one matches just about any uniform. Black is the safe pick that never looks out of place. White looks sharp and stands out when you're dishing in transition.
Pros & Cons of the Maverik M6
- New CONNEKT PALM improves stick feel
- Palm durability improved by 30% over the previous model
- DuraStretch panels give 3 way mobility
- Adjustable cuff lets you choose protection or range of motion
- FlowCool venting and QuickDry liner handle heat and sweat
- Familiar M5 fit, so no adjustment period
- Currently on sale at Battle Lax
- Only two colors
- Not a budget glove, even on sale
- Limited sizes in stock at the time of writing
Who is the Maverik M6 for?
This glove works for almost any field player, no matter which of the lacrosse positions you line up at. Attackmen get the feel they need for quick stick work around the crease. Middies get a glove that holds up through long shifts and plenty of transition running. Defensemen can run the closed cuff for extra protection while still being able to cradle and clear without fighting the glove.
If you wore the M5 and liked it, this is an easy upgrade. You already know the fit, and you get a better palm. It's also a strong pick for high school and college players who want gear that matches how hard they play. Not sure on size? Check our lacrosse glove sizing chart before you order.
If you're just starting out or your budget is tight, a cheaper glove will do the job while you're learning the game. Our best lacrosse gloves roundup has options at every price. But if you play a lot and want gloves that last and feel right in your hands, the M6 is worth the money.
Final Thoughts
The M6 doesn't try to reinvent the glove, and that's a good thing. Maverik took a proven fit and fixed the part that matters most, the palm. Add the DuraStretch mobility, adjustable cuff, and good ventilation, and you have a glove I'd feel comfortable handing to just about any player I coach. At the current sale price, it's a smart buy.
Ready to lock one in? Grab the Maverik M6 Lacrosse Glove at Battle Lax.
Upgrading your whole setup? Take a look at the ECD Ion Lacrosse Head too, and read our full ECD Ion head review.
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Key details
- Position
- All field positions
- Level
- Intermediate/Advanced
- Legality
- All levels of play
- Cost
- $115.99
$144.99 - Sizes
- S, M, L
- Replaces
- Maverik M5
- Colors
- White
- Black
Battle Lax: Maverik M6 Lacrosse Player Glove$115.99 (was $144.99)
Maverik M6 Drip Score
| Category | Bar | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Palm / Stick Feel | 1.0 | |
| Durability | 0.9 | |
| Mobility / Flex | 1.0 | |
| Ventilation | 0.9 | |
| Fit / Cuff Adjustability | 1.0 | |
| Weight | 0.8 | |
| Price / Value | 0.8 | |
| Name / Brand Name | 1.0 | |
| Colors | 0.8 | |
| Overall Look | 0.9 | |
| Drip score | 9.1/10 |
