| "> | | | | tough enough; a good goal blocker costs around $45. |
| The goalie in ice hockey has the most dangerous job | | | | Ice hockey goalies have leg pads that are heavily |
| --to stop the puck (sometimes zooming in at 160 km/h) | | | | padded for complete calf and shin protection. In |
| from entering the goal-net. This task is fraught with | | | | addition they contain kneepads and ankle pads. Most |
| injuries and so a goalie's equipment is crafted to | | | | leg pads are closed at the feet to provide protection |
| provide more protection than that of the other players. | | | | for toes and soles. They are made of reinforced |
| The goalie chest protector is a safety vest made of | | | | plastic with nylon linings for comfort. Pads should |
| molded plastic with specialized elbow pads, bicep and | | | | contour the feet for a good fit. Leg pads are |
| forearm protection. The chest protector is surprisingly | | | | expensive, at around $300 to $350 a pair. |
| lightweight to allow the goalie's unrestricted movement. | | | | Goalies are also provided with a throat protector to |
| Chest protectors may cost from $100 to $200, | | | | guard against direct shots, as well as lacerations and |
| depending on quality. | | | | abrasions from his helmet. Throat protectors vary in |
| There are many helmet designs for ice hockey goalies. | | | | cost, from $20 to $75, depending on the degree of |
| It must be lightweight and shock-resistant and have a | | | | protection they provide. |
| foam cushion lining for comfort. Ideally helmets will | | | | Skates used by ice hockey goalies differ from those |
| feature built-in sweat absorption bands. The wire-net | | | | of other players. These skates are faster moving and |
| for the face must be made of specialized unbreakable | | | | provide movement not only forward and backward, |
| chrome steel. Helmets, which cost about $150 to $250 | | | | but also sideways. Goalie skates may cost up to $350. |
| must be thoroughly checked for comfort and safety | | | | Goalie sticks are similar to those of other ice hockey |
| before purchase. | | | | players, with hardwood shafts covered in fiberglass |
| Ice hockey goalies use catch gloves to stop the puck. | | | | and broad blades and cost about $50 to $70. |
| The glove must be tough while providing complete | | | | Goalie equipment is expensive. Buying it online will save |
| freedom for wrist movement and have wristbands for | | | | a few dollars. But if a goalie wishes to buy online, the |
| protection. A single glove would cost about $125. The | | | | size should be carefully considered for maximum |
| goalie also uses a goal blocker for his other hand to | | | | efficiency and protection. |
| block the puck from entering the net. Again it should be | | | | |