| As a ice hockey goalie with many years experience, I | | | | Bauer (Mission, Itech), Brians, Graf, Sherwood (SWD) |
| will direct you to some of the best deals on hockey | | | | and Vaughn. |
| goalie equipment, as well as sizing and what | | | | These companies have the best range of equipment |
| equipment to look for suitable to your level of | | | | for hockey goalies that covers the spectrum from |
| competition. | | | | the novice to the professional. |
| First of all, it's been my experience that it is best to | | | | Watch what equipment that the Professional goalies |
| pay a modest price more for hockey goalie | | | | are using. |
| equipment that will last more than a season or two. | | | | Even though the Pros are subsidized by the |
| It is more economical than buying new goalie | | | | manufacturers, they also have to deal with a long |
| equipment every year (depending how much you | | | | season, and need the best equipment that they can |
| play and at what level), that will not provide the | | | | get. |
| protection that the best hockey goalie equipment | | | | If you find great deals on goalie equipment locally, go |
| offers. | | | | for it. Equipment bought locally may be better |
| Getting the best quality hockey goalie equipment at | | | | supported than buying online. |
| the best prices, will ultimately be your best deal. | | | | Local shops are also best for trying on various |
| Equipment manufactured in the Orient may be | | | | manufacturers' equipment for goalies on as well as |
| considered for beginners or those not serious about | | | | getting the right size equipment for yourself. |
| the sport, as they are less expensive than their "pro" | | | | Keep in mind that there are a lot of online deals, sales |
| level equivalent, (usually produced in Canada and | | | | and closeouts to get your best deals on equipment |
| Scandinavia). | | | | for goalies, including better selections and the best |
| Hockey equipment made in the Orient generally | | | | prices. |
| provides a little less protection, quality and durability. | | | | It is ultimately your choice. |
| The best known brands of equipment for hockey | | | | Wherever you go, just go educated. |
| goalies are Reebok (RBK, CCM, Jofa, Koho), Nike | | | | |