Equipment Guide

Find the right gear for your game. Filter by level, compare items, and check sizing guides.

Bauer Supreme M5 Pro

elite $$$

Fit: Medium

Carbon Curv composite quarter, AEROFOAM+ liner, LS Pulse TI runner

Best for: Power skaters who want max energy transfer

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CCM Tacks AS-V Pro

elite $$$

Fit: Tapered

Carbon FlexFrame, TotalDri Pro+ liner, SpeedBlade XS runner

Best for: Quick acceleration and tight turns

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Bauer Vapor X5 Pro

elite $$$

Fit: Narrow

Flex Lock Pro quarter, Lock-Fit liner, LS Pulse runner

Best for: Agile skaters who prioritize speed

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CCM JetSpeed FT6 Pro

elite $$$

Fit: Medium

RocketFrame composite, TotalDri liner, SpeedBlade XS runner

Best for: All-around performance skaters

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True TF9

elite $$$

Fit: Custom-like

One-piece boot construction, True Shift holder, DLC coated runner

Best for: Players who want a custom-boot feel off the shelf

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Bauer Supreme M4

intermediate $$

Fit: Medium

Composite quarter, comfort foam liner, LS Pulse steel

Best for: Developing players stepping up from rec skates

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CCM Tacks AS-580

intermediate $$

Fit: Tapered

Composite shell, HD microfiber liner, SpeedBlade stainless steel

Best for: Mid-level players who want good performance on a budget

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Bauer Vapor X4

intermediate $$

Fit: Narrow

Injected composite, comfort liner, LS Pulse steel

Best for: Intermediate players preferring a low-volume fit

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Bauer Supreme M2

recreational $

Fit: Medium

Reinforced quarter, comfort liner, stainless steel runner

Best for: Beginners and recreational players

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CCM Tacks AS-560

recreational $

Fit: Tapered

Reinforced shell, comfort liner, stainless steel runner

Best for: Entry-level players on a budget

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Bauer AG5NT

elite $$$

Flex: Various

Kick Point: Mid

eLASTech resin, Monocomp technology, DuraFlex blade

Best for: All-around shooters wanting quick release and accuracy

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CCM Jetspeed FT7 Pro

elite $$$

Flex: Various

Kick Point: Low

Sigmatex spread tow carbon, NanoLite carbon layup, Ascent blade

Best for: Quick-release wrist and snap shots

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Warrior Alpha LX2 Pro

elite $$$

Flex: Various

Kick Point: Mid

Minimus Carbon HD, Sabre Taper, FuelCore blade

Best for: Powerful slap shots and one-timers

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TRUE Catalyst PX

elite $$$

Flex: Various

Kick Point: Mid-low

BRT+ technology, Smart Ply layup, precision blade

Best for: Versatile players who want feel and power

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Bauer Vapor Hyperlite 2

elite $$$

Flex: Various

Kick Point: Low

Lightweight construction, ACL+ blade technology, textured grip

Best for: Speed-focused players who want the lightest stick

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CCM Ribcor Trigger 8 Pro

elite $$$

Flex: Various

Kick Point: Variable

Flex Zone technology, Ascent blade, Sigmatex carbon

Best for: Players who load and release from different positions

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Bauer Nexus Geo

intermediate $$

Flex: Various

Kick Point: Mid

Lightweight composite, eLASTech, standard blade

Best for: Intermediate players wanting a balanced stick

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CCM Tacks AS-V

intermediate $$

Flex: Various

Kick Point: Mid

Sigmatex carbon fiber, Optimized Shaft Geometry

Best for: Developing players who shoot a lot

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Bauer RE-AKT 150

elite $$$

PORON XRD foam, Suspend-Tech liner, integrated facemask clips, tool-free adjustment

Best for: Maximum protection with premium comfort

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CCM Tacks X

elite $$$

D3O smart material, R.E.D. system, multi-density foam, BOA fit system

Best for: Elite protection with micro-adjustable fit

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Bauer RE-AKT 85

intermediate $$

Multi-density foam, Suspend-Tech liner, tool-free adjustment

Best for: Solid protection at a reasonable price

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CCM Tacks 720

intermediate $$

EPP + VN foam, moisture management liner, tool-free adjustment

Best for: Good all-around helmet for competitive play

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Bauer IMS 5.0

recreational $

VPD foam, comfort liner, adjustable shell

Best for: Budget-friendly helmet for recreational play

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CCM Tacks 310

recreational $

Dual density foam, adjustable shell

Best for: Entry-level protection

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Bauer Supreme M5 Pro

elite $$$

Curv composite fingers, AX Suede palm, Thermo Max liner

Best for: Maximum protection with great feel

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CCM Tacks AS-V Pro

elite $$$

D3O smart material, AX Suede palm, dual-zone protection

Best for: Elite hand protection with excellent mobility

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Warrior Alpha LX2 Pro

elite $$$

Wartech palm, AxyFlex cuff, foam + PE inserts

Best for: Lightweight protection with premium palm feel

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Bauer Vapor 3X Pro

intermediate $$

Dual-density foam, Nash palm, flex cuff

Best for: Good mobility and protection for competitive play

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CCM JetSpeed FT6

intermediate $$

PE inserts, sheepskin palm, Armour Foam

Best for: Solid intermediate glove with good feel

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Bauer Supreme M5 Pro Shoulder Pads

elite $$$

PORON XRD foam, floating cap design, ventilated construction

Best for: Maximum coverage without restricting movement

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CCM Tacks AS-V Pro Shin Guards

elite $$$

D3O + PE shell, contoured fit, calf wrap

Best for: Elite shin protection with anatomical fit

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Bauer Supreme M5 Pro Pants

elite $$$

PE inserts, floating kidney protection, ventilated design

Best for: Full coverage with mobility for high-level play

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Warrior Alpha LX2 Pro Elbow Pads

elite $$$

Wartech D3O, articulated design, moisture wicking

Best for: Lightweight elbow protection that stays in place

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Bauer Supreme M4 Shoulder Pads

intermediate $$

Multi-density foam, standard coverage, ventilated

Best for: Good protection for developing competitive players

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CCM Tacks AS-580 Shin Guards

intermediate $$

PE + foam, contoured fit, adjustable calf strap

Best for: Solid mid-level shin guards

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Bauer Supreme M5 Pro Goalie Pads

elite $$$

Curv composite knee, aerodynamic design, quick break-in

Best for: Butterfly goalies who want fast lateral movement

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CCM Axis 2.0 Goalie Pads

elite $$$

Smart Strap system, D3O knee, speed skin outer

Best for: Hybrid goalies who play aggressive and reactive

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Bauer Vapor X5 Pro Goalie Glove

elite $$$

Carbon Curv thumb, responsive pocket, quick close

Best for: Goalies who want quick hands and solid catches

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CCM Axis 2.0 Blocker

elite $$$

Carbon core, D3O impact zones, ergonomic grip

Best for: Quick rebounds and redirect control

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Bauer GSX Goalie Pads

intermediate $$

Lightweight core, traditional break, knee cradle

Best for: Developing goalies stepping into competitive play

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Sizing Guide

Skates

Hockey skates should fit 1-1.5 sizes smaller than your shoe size. Your toes should barely touch the toe cap when standing.

Sticks

Standing in shoes, the stick should reach between your chin and nose. On skates, it should reach your chin. Cut to fit.

Helmets

Measure circumference 1 inch above your eyebrows. The helmet should sit snug without pressure points. Cage should be 1 finger-width from nose.

Gloves

Measure from the base of your palm to the tip of your middle finger. Gloves should cover your wrist but not restrict cuff movement.

Shin Guards

Measure from the center of your kneecap to the top of your skate boot. Shins should cover from below the knee to the tongue of the skate.

Pants

Should overlap with shin guards by 2-3 inches and sit at the waist. Belt should be snug — pants shouldn't shift when skating.

Level Descriptions

Elite

Pro-level performance. Top materials, lightest weight, maximum protection. For competitive and travel players.

Intermediate

Strong performance at a lower price point. Good for developing competitive players.

Recreational

Entry-level gear for beginners, beer league, and casual players. Solid basics.

Bauer Supreme M5 Pro

CCM Tacks AS-V Pro

Bauer Vapor X5 Pro

CCM JetSpeed FT6 Pro

True TF9

Bauer Supreme M4

CCM Tacks AS-580

Bauer Vapor X4

Bauer Supreme M2

CCM Tacks AS-560

Bauer AG5NT

CCM Jetspeed FT7 Pro

Warrior Alpha LX2 Pro

TRUE Catalyst PX

Bauer Vapor Hyperlite 2

CCM Ribcor Trigger 8 Pro

Bauer Nexus Geo

CCM Tacks AS-V

Bauer RE-AKT 150

CCM Tacks X

Bauer RE-AKT 85

CCM Tacks 720

Bauer IMS 5.0

CCM Tacks 310

Bauer Supreme M5 Pro

CCM Tacks AS-V Pro

Warrior Alpha LX2 Pro

Bauer Vapor 3X Pro

CCM JetSpeed FT6

Bauer Supreme M5 Pro Shoulder Pads

CCM Tacks AS-V Pro Shin Guards

Bauer Supreme M5 Pro Pants

Warrior Alpha LX2 Pro Elbow Pads

Bauer Supreme M4 Shoulder Pads

CCM Tacks AS-580 Shin Guards

Bauer Supreme M5 Pro Goalie Pads

CCM Axis 2.0 Goalie Pads

Bauer Vapor X5 Pro Goalie Glove

CCM Axis 2.0 Blocker

Bauer GSX Goalie Pads

Sizing Guide

Skates

Sticks

Helmets

Gloves

Shin Guards

Pants

Level Descriptions

Elite

Intermediate

Recreational

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