get the rbk 5k girdle. Its lightweight. That's what I'm using.
http://www.thehockeyshop.com/reebok-...or-girdle.html
If you're looking for soft elbow pads that won't restrict your movement, I would suggest these ones. I'm using them and love em. I hate the hard ones.
http://www.sportchek.ca/product/inde...ductId=3722846