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Generally,
skates will fit 1 to 1 ½ sizes smaller than your shoe size. For women,
this size is 2 to 2 ½ sizes smaller. CCM skates tend to be wider, and
Bauer's tend to be narrow. If you have wide feet, you might find CCM's
are much more comfortable, whereas if you have narrow feet, you might
find them too loose. In the end however, a proper fit is determined by
trying on a number of different types and sizes and feeling which ones
are most comfortable.
When trying
the skate on, you should kick your heel into the very back of the boot,
and your toes should only barely be able to feel the toe cap. If they
curl, or are crushed in any way, the boot does not fit properly. As you
lace up the boot, be sure to kick your heel back so that it stays firmly
locked against the back of the boot. Laces should be snug, but not too
tight. Common practice is to have looser lacing along the front of the
foot bed, tighter lacing along the part of your foot where the ankle
meets the foot, and then slightly looser up near the top. When
completely laced, eyelets should be 1.5 to 2" apart. If further apart, a
wider boot would be better. And if the eyelets are closer, look for a
narrower boot.
When the
skates are laced, get up and walk around. The heels should remain firmly
against the back of the skate. If it slips or there is movement, then
the skate is too large. Your foot should be comfortable in the foot bed,
and your toes should be able to lie flat in the boot. It is always a
good idea to take the skates off completely and trying them on again
before making any final decisions. Red areas or pressure points on your
feet are signs of an improperly fitted skate.
When
fitting children, remember not to fit them too large, even though some
room for growth should be given. It is wise to only have about a half an
inch between the heel and the boot when their foot is pushed up as far
as it can go into an unlaced boot. Also, remember to buy them as close
to the season they need them for as possible, so that they give you more
wear before you must buy another pair.
The following table outlines the various foot measurement systems in
use: |
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Shoe
Size Conversion Chart
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Shoe Sizes (Canada/USA)
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Mondopoint (cm)
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Europe
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U.K.
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Women (USA)
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8
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15
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25
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7
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9
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16
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26
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8
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-----
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10
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17
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27
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9
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-----
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11
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17.5
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28
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10
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-----
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12
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18.5
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29
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11
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-----
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13
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19.5
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30.5
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12
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-----
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13.5
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20
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31
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13
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-----
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1
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20.5
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32
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13.5
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-----
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2
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21
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33
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1
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-----
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3
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21.5
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34
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2
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-----
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4
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22
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35
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3
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5
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4.5
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22.5
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36
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3.5
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5.5
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5
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23
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36.5
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4
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6
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5.5
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23.5
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37
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4.5
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6.5
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6
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24
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38
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5
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7
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6.5
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24.5
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38.5
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5.5
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7.5
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7
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25
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39
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6
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8
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7.5
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25.5
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40
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6.5
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8.5
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8
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26
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40.5
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7
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9
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8.5
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26.5
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41
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7.5
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9.5
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9
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27
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42
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8
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10
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9.5
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27.5
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42.5
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8.5
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10.5
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10
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28
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43
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9
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11
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10.5
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28.5
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44
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9.5
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11.5
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11
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29
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44.5
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10
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12
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11.5
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29.5
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45
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10.5
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12
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30
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45.5
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11
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-----
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12.5
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30.5
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46
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11.5
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-----
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13
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31
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47
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12
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-----
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13.5
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31.5
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47.5
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12.5
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14
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32
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48
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13
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-----
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14.5
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32.5
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48.5
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13.5
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-----
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15
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33
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49
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14
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-----
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15.5
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33.5
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50
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14.5
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-----
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16
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34
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51
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15
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Notes* |
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1) Bauer skates fit 1 to 1 ½ sizes smaller than your shoe
size. (e.g. size 6 ½ shoe will require a 5 ½ Bauer skate.
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2) Women's' skates are usually 2 sizes above men's'
skates (e.g. a 5 ½ men's skate is equivalent to a 7 ½ women's
skate which is equivalent to an 8 ½ women's shoe size).
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3) Graf skates fit one size smaller than shoe size.
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4) Easton skates fit 1 ½ sizes smaller than shoe size.
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5) CCM skates fit 1 ½ to 2 sizes smaller than shoe size.
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6) Mission and Nike Ibrite series skate fit same as shoe
size. |
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7) Nike Quest series skates fit ½ size smaller than shoe
size. |
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8) Shoes measured in mondopoint fit same size skate
measured in mondopoint (e.g. skate size 27 fits shoe size 27)
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9) Above sizes apply only to hockey boot style skates,
moulded boots with liner, or figure skates normally fit same as
shoe size. |
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*Above
comments are guidelines only |
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If a
skate measuring scale, or a local hockey store is not available
to you, we can determine your skate size if you provide us with
the following information: |
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1) Place sheet of paper on floor |
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2) Next place heel of foot against a flat
vertical surface, such as a wall |
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3) Mark off tip of toe and measure
distance in inches |
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1) Measure across widest part of foot in
inches. |
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2) Standard skate width is called a "D"
width. |
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3) Most skate makers also have C, E, EE,
and EEE widths - triple E being the widest. |
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Note: Both right and left foot needs to be measured since
it's common to have one foot larger than the other. |
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Ensure that the cap of the shin pad is centered on the
kneecap. The calf padding should wrap around the lower
leg. |
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Measure from the center of the kneecap to the top of the
skate boot (or 1" above the inside ankle). Match the
player's shin size to the inches of the shinguards. |
Size Measurements
Youth 8" to 11"
Junior 12" to 13"
Senior 14" to 17" |
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The top of the elbow pad should meet the bottom of the
arm of the shoulder pad and extend down the forearm to
the top of the glove |
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The elbow pad should not restrict movement of the elbow.
With the elbow pads on, test the range of motion by
bending the arm at the elbow, watching for restriction. |
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Shoulder caps should
fit right over the shoulder tips. The arm pads should extend to
just above the elbow to ensure full protection. Pads should not
be too restrictive and should allow for freedom of movement. For
sizing, measure around the chest just below your armpits.
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Junior Sizes |
L = 28" to 30"
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Senior Sizes
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XL = 42" to 44"
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M = 24" to 28"
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L = 38" to 42"
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S = 22" to 24"
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M = 34" to 38"
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XS = 20" to 22"
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S = 30" to 34"
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Pants should
cover from just above the knee, up to the kidneys and lower ribs. Pants
should not be too tight or restrictive. |
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Waist Size
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European Sizing
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Standard Sizing
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Approximate Height
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17" - 19"
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Jr 100 - 110
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X-SML
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3'-4" to 3'-7"
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20" - 23"
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120 - 130
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SML
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3'-8" to 4'-3"
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24" - 26"
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140 - 150
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MED
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4'-4" to 4'-11"
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27" - 29"
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160 - 180
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LGE
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5'-0" to 5'-5"
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29" - 30"
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Sr 46
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SML
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5'-6"
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31"- 32"
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48
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SML
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5'-6" to 5'-8"
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32" - 33"
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50
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MED
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5'-8"
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34" - 35"
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52
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MED
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5'-10"
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36" - 38"
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54
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LGE
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6'-0"
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39" - 42"
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56
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XL
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6'-2"
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42" - 44"
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58
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XL
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6'-2"
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44" - 46"
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60
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XXL
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6'-4" and over
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Womens Sizing
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Waist Size
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Pant Size
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24" - 26"
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XS
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26" - 28"
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S
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29" - 31"
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M
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32" - 34"
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L
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36" - 38"
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XL
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38" - 40"
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XXL
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Measure the distance from your fingertips halfway up the
forearm. Gloves should fit like loose winter gloves over the
fingers. The top of the glove needs to extend up to the forearm
to the bottom of the elbow pads. (except short cuff fit.)
Size Measurements
Youth 9" to 10"
Junior 11" to 13"
Senior 14" to 16" |
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The areas to
consider when choosing a helmet are protection, comfort and fit. You
should always look for equipment that feels comfortable. The helmet
should be adjusted to fit snug to prevent any shifting and maximize
protection. Make sure the chinstrap is adjusted so it gently makes
contact under the chin when fastened.
It is
recommended that the player wears CSA and HECC certified helmets. All
CSA and HECC certified helmets have a sticker indicating their
certification. Open your helmet to it's largest setting and place it on
the head so that the rim is one finger width above the eyebrow.
Gradually begin to downsize the helmet until a comfortably snug fit is
achieved. |
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Helmet Size
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Hat Size
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Circumference (inches)
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X-Large
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7 3/4 - 8 1/4
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24.5 - 26.5
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Large
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7 1/8 - 8 3/4
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22.5 - 24.5
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Medium
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6 7/8 - 7 1/2
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21.5 - 23.5
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Small
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6 1/2 - 7 1/8
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20.5 - 22.5
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Hat size
method - measure from the top of one ear to the other ear crossing
over the top of your head.
Circumference method - measure around the forehead. |
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The
facemask should fit snugly to the chin. If it is too long, it
may come into contact with the nose and mouth during impact.
When the player's mouth is closed, the chin should fit
comfortably into the chin cup. Attach the face mask securely to
the helmet according to instructions provided within the product
packaging. |
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Neck guards
are designed to protect the throat area from lacerations and cuts - they
are not designed to protect against spinal injuries.
The neck
guard should be snug, but not uncomfortably tight. It should completely
cover the throat, and with the bib style, the upper chest area. Measure
the player's neck and match this size to the adjacent sizing chart.
Junior: 11" to 14"
Senior: 14" to 18"
Neck
protector must have a BNQ certification label. |
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To measure a
stick stand without skates in your stocking feet - top of stick should
touch the tip of your nose. When standing on skates, the top of the
stick should come up to the bottom of your chin. Stick length and stick
blade patterns comes down to personal preference, defensemen may want to
use a longer stick to give them a longer reach for poking the puck away,
and forwards may want to use a shorter stick to help them stickhandle
better. |
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Athletic mouthguards are an essential
piece of safety equipment. Mouthguards not only significantly reduce the
incidence and severity of injuries to the teeth and mouth, but they also
act as a shock absorber against more serious injuries like concussions
and jaw fractures. A good mouthguard, such as Shock Doctor® mouthguard
will offer the following protection:
- Protect the brain from concussion by absorbing and dissipating
the shock of a blow to the lower jaw
- Protect the temporomandibular (jaw) joint from dislocation and
other injury by supporting and cushioning the lower jaw
- Protect the jaw from fractures by providing a cushion between
upper and lower jaw
- Protect against broken, chipped, lost or nerve damaged teeth by
absorbing and deflecting the force of a blow
- Protect oral tissues from laceration by shielding the lips,
tongue, cheeks and gums
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ATHLETIC SUPPORTER AND CUP |
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Is fitted
according to waist size, some jock straps incorporate the garter belt,
and some are incorporated with loose shorts - style is a matter of
personal preference. |
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GARTER
BELTS |
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Holds up
hockey socks and is fitted according to waist size. |
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SUSPENDERS |
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Holds up
hockey pants and is fitted according to body height. |
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SHIN
STRAPS/TAPE |
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Holds shin
pads in place, straps come in junior or senior sizes. Tape is generally
of a poly (plastic) material and can be either clear or coloured. |
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HOCKEY
SOCKS/JERSEY |
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Generally
mandated by the team. Sizing should not be too small or constrictive. |
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GOAL EQUIPMENT
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Measure distance from inside ankle to the centre of the
knee, while leg is slightly bent.
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Measure distance from centre of knee up the thigh to desired
height, usually 4" to 8".
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Add the 2 measurements to your goal skate size.
Example: 16" + 6" + 10 (skate size) = 32". |
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Generally
your knee should fit slightly below the centre knee roll of the pad.
Once the pads break in, your knee will be directly behind the centre
knee roll. The top two straps on a goal pad should be worn loose.The
first reason is most knee locks, knee cradles, and thigh guards, hold
you in the pad and allow the pad to move properly with your leg. The
second reason is your goal pant should break across the top of your knee
cap, riding behind the top of the pad. This double coverage increases
protection and allows for better mobility. |
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CATCHER AND BLOCKER GLOVES |
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Your
arm/chest pads and catcher/blocker gloves should provide continuous
protection for the length of your arm and hand. The cuff of your
catcher/blocker gloves should extend one to two inches over the bottom
of the arm protection on your arm/chest pads. To protect your
fingertips, your fingers should not go all the way to the end of the
gloves. Catcher and blocker gloves are sold in 'Regular' and 'Full
Right' styles. 'Regular' is for right-handed players who use their left
hand for the catcher glove and their right hand for the blocker and
stick. 'Full Right' is for left-handed players who use their right hand
for the catcher glove and their left hand for the blocker and stick. |
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Goalie chest
and arm pads protect your upper body and arms. For proper protection,
your shoulders should fit comfortably into both shoulder cups and the
pad should extend down to your waist. A variety of straps will allow you
to adjust the fit for arms, chest and back. You should also make sure
that the arms can be adjusted so that your elbows fit comfortably into
the elbow cups. If the arms are too long, they will interfere with your
catcher and blocker gloves. The arms should extend 1 ½ inches above your
wrist bone. Your catcher and blocker gloves should extend up over the
bottom of your arm pads. Arm & chest pads are sized based on the chest
size and height of the goalie. |
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Size
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Chest Size
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Height
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Adult
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XL
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44"-48"
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6'-0" to 6'-5"
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L
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40"-44"
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5'-10" to 6'-0"
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M
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36"-40"
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5'-6" to 5'-9"
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S
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32"-36"
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5'-3" to 5'-5"
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JR
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XL
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30"-32"
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4'-11" to 5'-2"
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L
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28"-30"
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4'-6" to 4'-11"
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M
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24"-28"
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4'-4" to 4'-5"
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S
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20"-24"
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4'-0" to 4'-5"
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Goal pants
have additional padding in the inner thigh section.
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Waist Size |
Junior Sizes |
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Waist Size |
Senior Sizes |
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22"-23" |
120
(SM) |
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28"-29" |
46 (XXSML) |
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24"-25" |
140
(MED) |
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29"-30" |
48 (XSML) |
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26"-27" |
160
(LG) |
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30"-31" |
50 (S) |
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28"-30" |
180
(XL) |
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32"-33" |
52 (M) |
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34"-35" |
54 (L) |
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36"-37" |
56 (XL) |
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38"-40" |
58 (XXL) |
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Goals skates are sized similar to player
skates. Goal skates differ from player skates in the following ways:
- Boot is surrounded by hard plastic shell for added protection.
- The height of the boot in relation to the ice is lower, giving a
lower centre of gravity and more stability.
- The blade is flatter (not rockered), leaving more blade in
contact with the ice, which gives better balance.
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A goalie
helmet has to fit snugly. This allows the shape and composition of the
shell to equally distribute shot pressure. It is recommended that all
goaltenders wear CSA and HECC certified masks. All CSA and HECC
certified masks have a sticker indicating their certification.
When
fitting the goaltender mask, adjust the unit so that the upper perimeter
of the frontal component is ¼ " above the eyebrow. For a proper fit,
make sure all straps are fastened so that the chin cup fits snugly
against the chin and the mask achieves a snug fit. |
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A goalie
neck protector gives more protection than a player throat protector.
The protector usually has thicker padding and sometimes additional
plastic inserted between padding. Neck protectors should also have a
BNQ certification label. Sizing is according to neck circumference.
Junior = 11" to 14"
Senior = 14" to 18"
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Goal jocks
are fitted according to wait size. They usually come in either junior or
senior size. The jocks have more padding and cover a larger area than
player jocks. |
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The
following stick characteristics will help you choose the correct size:
Curves
1. Youth goalies under 10-12 years should not have a curve. House
Leagues should wait a couple more years before buying a curved stick.
Learn to stop the puck before shooting it.
2. Junior goaltenders don't need a huge curve. The bigger the
curve, the bigger the chance of missing a shot at the stick.
Pokechecking is more difficult with a curved stick - the toe of the
stick is off the ice when the blade is pushed forward. In the backhand
position, the puck can easily slide under the curved area. Curved sticks
often cannot be placed totally flat. The blade is usually rockered which
will put the toe up when the heel is down and vice versa. Rebounds are
also much harder to control off a curved surface as opposed to a
straight one.
Shaft Length
In stance with skates on and the stick blade flat on the ice, the shaft
should not be higher than the goalie's shoulder. Buy a stick that fits.
Never cut a goalie stick. They are balanced and cutting the shaft
eliminates that required balance.
Paddle Length
In stance with skates on and the stick blade flat on the ice, the
blocker should be positioned between the waist and the bottom knee roll
on the pad. If the blocker is too low, the goaltender will lean forward,
be off balance and he will have difficulty with the top corner. If too
high, the goaltender will have difficulty with low shots and stick
maneuverability.
Lie
In stance with skates on and the stick blade flat on the ice, the
goaltender must be comfortable. Use the lie number on the shaft as a
guide, but don't rely on each manufacturer's lie to be the same -
they're not even close! (E.g. A Louisville l3 lie is 2 or 3 inches
different from a Koho lie 13). Pro Pattern sticks often do not show a
lie so be careful. The lie signifies the angle the blade is on. A 13 lie
will position the blocker hand further away from the body and closer to
the ice, thus creating a larger opening under the arm. Using a 15 lie
will put the blocker hand closer to the body and further from the ice.
Every goaltender will like a different lie and this may change during
the season and throughout his/her career. It may be necessary to try
several sticks before finding the correct one. Quite often incorrect
glove positioning is mistaken for incorrect lie. Before rushing to get a
new stick, make sure the hands are in the proper location. |
