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Hockey Equipment Buying Guide – For Parents / Kids

Posted on August 25, 2018August 31, 2018 by Coach Jeremy

One of the first things you’re going to have to do when taking up hockey is get the proper hockey equipment. Due to minor hockey rules children require more equipment than adults, so in this guide I am making a… Continue Reading →

Hockey Parent Tips advice, helmets, skates, tips
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Shin Guard / Shin Pad Guide for Hockey Players

Posted on August 23, 2018August 31, 2018 by Steve Cook

In this article we have a complete guide to hockey shin pads. We cover everything you need to know before you start shopping. Written by Steve G Cook (minor additions by Coach Jeremy) Why do you need Shin Guards for… Continue Reading →

Hockey Equipment Guide fitting, hockey equipment, shin guards
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How to Properly Fit Hockey Skates – Hockey Skate Fitting Guide

Posted on August 7, 2018January 2, 2021 by Coach Jeremy

Written by Doug Sears Jr I am a former LHS (local hockey shop) employee and have fit thousands of pairs of skates. In this article I will address everything you need to know about getting a properly fitting pair of… Continue Reading →

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Beginners guide to Hockey Sticks

Posted on August 6, 2018January 2, 2021 by Coach Jeremy

When you’re a hockey player, your stick is like your best friend! In this hockey stick guide we will get you better acquainted with your soon to be best friend! Hockey sticks, like skates, are considered to be one of… Continue Reading →

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Hockey Helmet Fitting Guide

Posted on July 2, 2018January 2, 2021 by Doug Sears Jr

Hockey helmets, as you can imagine, are the most important piece of protective equipment you can purchase. So it goes without saying that while you can manage oversized shin pads or undersized shoulder pads, if your helmet doesn’t fit correctly,… Continue Reading →

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Hockey Pants Sizing and Buying Guide

Posted on May 3, 2018August 31, 2018 by Steve Cook
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Hockey pants are primarily designed to protect three high-risk areas on your lower body – hips / kidneys, front thighs, and tailbone – against falls, shots, slashes, and hits. In addition, some pants will have minor padding in other areas… Continue Reading →

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Hockey Cage and Visor Guide

Posted on April 26, 2018September 2, 2018 by Doug Sears Jr

  Cage, visor or no visor? This is a question that many hockey players face. After minor hockey it is up to the player to decide which type of protection they use (although some adult leagues do require cages). In… Continue Reading →

Hockey Equipment Guide hockey cage, hockey cages, hockey equipment
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What are the best hockey skates? – How to find the right skate for you

Posted on April 14, 2018January 2, 2021 by Coach Jeremy

Written by Doug Sears Jr and Coach Jeremy When it comes to selecting a pair of hockey skates there is no “best hockey skate” it all comes down to what the best skate for YOU is. The best skate depends… Continue Reading →

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Hockey Gloves Guide – Fitting and Buying

Posted on April 5, 2018August 31, 2018 by Steve Cook

If you are going to play competitive hockey you will need a set of hockey gloves. The pair you choose will depend on a number of factors. Common factors when buying hockey gloves include Fit (Anotomical, snug, or Loose /… Continue Reading →

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Hockey Equipment Guide for New Adult Players

Posted on February 4, 2018January 2, 2021 by Coach Jeremy

I recently published a hockey equipment guide for kids, however I also wanted to do a full post for adult players who are new to the game. There are some tips and equipment recommendations that are different for adults vs… Continue Reading →

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This site was created to help new hockey players and hockey parents by providing hockey equipment fitting guides and other information related to starting hockey. Hockey equipment can be confusing, and more people are looking to buy online.
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