Purchasing Shinguards for Hockey

This guide is designed to assist you in choosing the right shinguards.

Shinguards are crucial for protection, as they safeguard your knee and shin from sticks, pucks, or other players. For optimal safety, select shinguards that match your height perfectly.

Hockey Shinguard Sizing

To find the correct size, measure the distance from the centre of your kneecap to the top of your hockey skate boots (not the tongue), ensuring you are seated.

Shinguard sizes are denoted in inches and differ across brands. The sizes listed in this table are a helpful guide to determine the appropriate 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"

Assessing the Quality of Shinguards

The best shinguards feature a robust knee shield resistant to cracking and provide high-quality internal padding (ideally gel-based). Superior shinguards also cover the lower outer side of your leg, which often encounters stick impacts.

Recommendations for Wearing Hockey Shinguards

Ensure the tongue of the boot is positioned under the shinguard to prevent chafing.

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