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