Purchasing Shoulder Protection
This guide is intended to assist you in selecting the shoulder protection that suits you optimally.
Hockey shoulder pads provide coverage not just for shoulders, but for the upper chest, upper arms, back, collarbone, and spine as well. They offer protection from both tackling and puck impacts. For defensive players, it is suggested to opt for thick padding, whereas offensive players might prefer a lighter and smaller design for increased agility.
Hockey Shoulder Pads Sizing
Your body size dictates the appropriate size for you. Start by measuring the circumference of your chest just below the armpits.
Different brands may have varying sizes. The table below should serve as a useful reference for determining your required size, based on your measurements and height:
Model | Measurement | Height (approx.) |
Child | 51 - 56 cm (20" - 22") | < 120 cm (< 4') |
Junior Small | 56 - 61 cm (22" - 24") | 120 - 134 cm (4' - 4' 6") |
Junior Medium | 61 - 71 cm (24" - 28") | 134 - 147 cm (4' 6" - 4' 11") |
Junior Large | 71 - 76 cm (28" - 30") | 147 - 160 cm (4' 11" - 5' 4") |
Senior Small | 76 - 81 cm (30" - 32") | 152 - 165 cm (5' 1" - 5' 6") |
Senior Medium | 81 - 86 cm (32" - 34") | 165 - 178 cm (5' 6" - 5' 11") |
Senior Large | 91 - 96 cm (36" - 38") | 178 - 183 cm (5' 11" - 6' 1") |
Senior X-Large | 101 -106 cm (40" - 42") | > 183 cm (> 6' 1" ) |
Quality of Shoulder Pads
High-quality shoulder pads allow significant mobility while fully protecting you, especially when your arms are extended either forward or backward. The quality of padding is crucial for providing the best protection available.
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