Ice Hockey
Ice hockey is the kind of hockey that is played on hard ice using a pair of skates. Ice hockey is very popular in Australia.
The main equipments used in ice hockey are the stick popularly known as the hockey stick and the puck. A puck is a hard black disk of vulcanized rubber. It is usually one inch thick, three inches in diameter and weighs between 5.5 and 6 ounces. Team logos are often marked on pucks on one or both sides.
The skates are a must. Hockey stick and ball are both very hard and hence may cause fatal injuries to the players. That is the reason helmet and pads have become mandatory in case of ice hockey. In fact they are probably the most important part of your hockey gear. The helmet and pads should be lightweight and comfortable but touch and strong at the same time to protect you from injuries. The helmets come with a clear plastic shield that covers the eyes abs nose, it is called the visor. Be sure, that your helmet has been approved by the regulatory commission.
While choosing the hockey skates, you should take into account all of the different brands. Then select the size and style that fits you best. You should have your heel tucked back into the heel cup while trying on a par of skates. To improve your stability you can select the skates with flatter rocker. The pads are also very important for your safety. The different kinds of pads are Shoulder pads, Elbow pads, Padded gloves and shin pads etc. A protective cup with straps is also required to protect the pelvic region.
You have to always be sure that the hard caps in your shoulder pads, elbow pads and shins are all intact and in good condition. Hockey goalie equipments for ice hockey are mainly the Goal stick, facemask. Goal skates, Goalie mask or helmet and wire facemask, Chest and arm protector etc are required in case of roller or ice hockey.
The main manufacturers of ice hockey equipments are Bauer, Reebok, Itech, Easton, CCM etc. The prices vary according to the quality, safety and comfort. But you can get some great deal online in form of exchanges and sales.
