Purchasing Shinguards for Hockey

Use this guide to purchase the correct shinguards.

Shinguards are critical for protection, safeguarding your knee and shin from sticks, pucks, or players. To attain the best protection, ensure the shinguards match your height accurately.

Determining Hockey Shinguard Sizes

While seated, measure the area from the centre of your kneecap to where your hockey skate boots start (excluding the tongue).

Shinguard sizes, measured in inches, differ across brands. The table below offers a reliable guide for choosing the correct size based on your measurements and height.

Model	Measurement	Height	Size
Child	8"	3' 4" - 3' 8"	8"
Child	9"	3' 8" - 4'	9"
Junior	10"	4' - 4' 4"	10"
Junior	11"	4' - 4' 8"	11"
Junior	12"	4' 8" - 5'	12"
Junior	13"	5' - 5' 4"	13"
Senior	14"	5' 4" - 5' 8"	14"
Senior	15"	5' 8" - 6'	15"
Senior	16"	6' - 6' 4"	16"
Senior	17"	6' 4"+	17"

Evaluating Shinguard Quality

Optimal shinguards feature a durable knee shield resistant to cracks, and should ideally have gel padding inside. The finest shinguards also shield the lower outside of your leg from frequent stick impacts.

Tips for Fitting Hockey Shinguards

Ensure the boot tongue is placed beneath the shinguard to prevent it from rubbing against your leg.

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