| If you are ready to hit the ice and start playing ice | | | | pucks shouldn't be a problem. |
| hockey you need to know about the basic equipment | | | | For protective gear you definitely need a well-fitted |
| that is essential to your game. The very basics include | | | | helmet with a mouth guard, shoulder pads, elbow pads |
| your stick, your skates, pucks and protective gear. | | | | and knee pads. A jockstrap and protective cup is also |
| There are different types of equipment for hockey | | | | fundamental for your protection in the game of |
| which you can choose based on your preferences. | | | | hockey. Protective girdles that cover the main part of |
| Starting out, it is a good idea to buy used or at least | | | | your body are also a good idea as are hockey gloves. |
| inexpensive equipment until you discover your personal | | | | Neck protectors are also available for hockey players. |
| preferences. | | | | When you are dressed out in your hockey gear you |
| When choosing a hockey stick, your height needs to | | | | should be protected, but sometimes protective clothing |
| be considered. If the stick is too long or too short, you | | | | feels uncomfortable and some types may interfere |
| will put unnecessary stress on your body when trying | | | | with your mobility. If you feel like you can't move you |
| to use it and your performance in the game will be | | | | might want to try different types of protective gear, |
| affected as well. If you visit a hockey equipment shop, | | | | but for your safety, don't give it up entirely. |
| the experts there can help you to determine what | | | | Unnecessary injuries can be prevented by using |
| type of stick is best for you. | | | | protective gear. You'll eventually find the right mix of |
| Buying skates for hockey is the easy part. When you | | | | equipment, clothing and gear that will make you feel |
| purchase skates make sure that they fit well and have | | | | both comfortable and safe on the ice. As you get |
| sufficient support for your ankles so you won't easily | | | | more familiar with the game and what it entails, you |
| sustain injuries or rub blisters on your feet. Pucks aren't | | | | have a better idea of what you like and don't like and |
| really anything special although you may find that you | | | | you'll be able to select higher quality gear that suits |
| favor one style or brand over another. They are | | | | your needs and preferences for the game of hockey. |
| relatively inexpensive, so trying different types of | | | | |