Ice skating is becoming an increasingly popular leisure activity. How to join this sport and choose your main attribute - skates?
This article is intended for persons over 18 years of age
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6 reasons to buy yourself skates, and Not take them V rental:
- You do not need to wait in kilometer-long lines for rental (this is especially true for large cities on holidays).
- Your size will not run out at the most inopportune moment.
- From a hygiene point of view, it is better to have your own skates (the risk of contracting fungus is reduced to zero).
- Your skates fit exactly on your foot, taking into account all its anatomical features.
- You do not need to carry your passport and money with you every time you visit the skating rink, which you will leave as a deposit (from 1000 rubles).
- Often rental skates have an obscene appearance, but your own iron horses will always delight you with an aesthetically attractive appearance.
Which skates to choose and how to do it? Read more about this!
Types of skates
Before purchasing skates, decide what goal you are pursuing.
They're walking tours. Ideal for beginners and those people who just go to the skating rink from time to time. You will glide perfectly in them, you won’t develop great speed (like in hockey) and you won’t do tricks (like in figure skates). The walking model has a straight blade (this provides excellent glide and somewhat reduces maneuverability), sometimes several short teeth can be seen in front.
The boot is high, insulated. A removable sock can be used as insulation. After returning home, you can take it out and dry it. Laces, Velcro, and clips are used for fixation. The disadvantages include the following: the body of such models is made of soft materials that do not securely fix the ankle. Consequently, the risk of injury increases.
Figure skates
Because of the attractive appearance Figure skates are popular among the fair half of humanity. Boot with heels, made of thin leather. However, let’s immediately make a reservation that figure skates are not suitable for the average skating rink visitor. The blade of these models is long, it protrudes beyond the heel, and has 4 large teeth in front. They are designed to push off the ice while performing tricks. It is these teeth that can become a hindrance for a beginner (especially on an outdoor skating rink, where the quality of the ice leaves much to be desired); they can cling to the ice. In addition, figure skates are not insulated, that is, if you plan to skate in frost below −5 degrees outdoors and you won’t perform spins and triple toe loop jumps, opt for recreational skates.
Women's figure skates Nordway Emily
How choose curly skates?
Wear your skates on the sock you plan to skate in. The heel should fit snugly against the back wall of the boot, with your little toe able to fit between them. But if the distance is such that your index finger can fit freely, try on skates one size smaller. Pay attention to how securely the boot fixes the ankle (in figure skates the boots are quite rigid). This will reduce the risk of injury. Lace your skates correctly. Tighten the laces tightly at the base, then, going higher up the leg, in the instep area, loosen the lacing, and on the final two or three hooks tighten the fastenings again more tightly. Please note that if you overdo it and tighten the skates too much, the blood will not flow to the lower limbs, and your feet will simply freeze.
Men's figure skates Nordway Laval
Hockey skates
This species is in demand among the strong half of humanity. The boot of such models is hard, it reliably protects the foot from impacts with a stick and puck. In hockey skates, it is convenient not to slide on the ice, but to run, while developing high speed.
The blade is curved, short, and does not extend beyond the boundaries of the boot. This allows for excellent maneuverability on ice. Blade hockey skates Made of high carbon steel, which makes it rigid.
How to choose hockey skates?
When you go shopping for hockey skates, be sure to bring socks that you will skate or play in (thin cotton socks are usually enough). Wear the model you like, lace tightly along the entire height. The heel should fit snugly against the back wall of the shoe, the toes should touch the toe, but not rest against it. Take a few steps around the store, sit down a couple of times. You should be comfortable.
Pay attention to the degree of stiffness of the boot. Professionals choose exclusively tough divisions. An amateur or semi-professional may feel uncomfortable wearing such skates. There is an alternative - semi-rigid boots. They will protect your foot from hits from sticks and pucks, and skating in them will be more enjoyable.
The blades of hockey skates are made of high-quality high-carbon steel; if properly cared for, rust will not appear on them, and they hold an edge for a long time. Buy hockey skates from famous companies: Graf, Bauer, Nike. This will be a guarantee of quality. And riding will be pure pleasure!
Hockey skates Nordway
Skate selection criteria
Which skates should you choose? The first step is to determine what you will need skates for: if you plan to slowly skate around in circles at an ice palace or outdoor skating rink, take a recreational model. If you want to try your hand at performing tricks, choose figure ones. If you are chasing the puck with friends, you need speed and maneuverability - hockey skates will help you.
Size
It is very important to choose the right size model. There is no way to do this without trying it on! Even the same size from different manufacturers can be sewn on different lasts. How to choose skate size? When going to the store, take with you socks that you will wear when skating. It doesn't have to be a thick wool granny sock. For indoor spaces, a simple cotton one is sufficient. Modern thermal socks are ideal for outdoor riding. They will warm your foot and remove excess moisture from it. If you don't have these, you can purchase them directly from a sports store.
Budget
Tell the sales consultant what type of skates you need and how much you expect. This will save a lot of time.
Material, from which skates are made
It can be genuine leather, eco-leather, synthetic materials. Natural leather is, of course, preferable. The foot breathes in it, but such products are also more expensive. Natural material may become wet. Eco-leather perfectly protects from moisture; such products are more affordable, but, unfortunately, they wear out faster. Plastic skates are the cheapest option. This is where its advantages end. A plastic boot is dangerous because it does not fit the foot tightly and is not elastic. Which skates are better is up to you to decide! Let's just say that professional athletes choose skates made of genuine leather with natural soles.
Lacing
Lace your skates carefully. Feel free to walk around the store in them and do some squats. The heel should fit snugly against the back wall. The distance from the heel to the heel should not exceed 0.5 cm. The toes should touch the toe, but not rest against it.
Models and manufacturer
What matters here is how comfortable your feet are in certain skates. If you feel the slightest discomfort, take off your skates and try on others. On ice, when your legs are tense, an uncomfortable skate will turn into a “Spanish boot”; skating in it will not bring any pleasure. Be sure to try on several models of skates, don’t settle on the first one you come across.
Accessories
To ensure your skates fit perfectly, purchase an anatomical insole. You also need to get covers for skates, and they should be of three types:
- hard for blades - we will use them on the way from the locker room to the skating rink;
- soft covers for blades - they perfectly absorb moisture and prevent the blade from rusting;
- covers for boots - for these purposes you can use an old woolen sock, cut along the line of the foot. This cover can warm your foot if you are cold.
Nordway Blade Case
Buy skates exclusively in sports stores (not in hypermarkets and markets). In specialized stores you will buy quality goods from a trusted manufacturer.
What skates should I buy for my child?
When choosing skates for children, it is permissible to choose a model one size larger, because children’s feet grow so quickly. But overdo it: if the skate is too big, the child’s leg will dangle in it, and this is dangerous.
Beginner figure skaters and hockey players are recommended to purchase skates with a stable wide blade; these can even be double runners (if the child is very small). A good option would be sliding skates that “grow” with the baby’s feet. These skates will last you a long time. If a child enrolls in a section, it is better for him to immediately buy hockey or figure skates, depending on the sport he chooses.
Sliding skates for girls Nordway Click-girl
How to care for skates
- Having bought yourself new skates, go to the point professional sharpening. Remember, new skate blades are always dull. Do not try to do this yourself, trust the hands of a professional, as this procedure is carried out on a special machine. Similar points are located in ice palaces and outdoor skating rinks.
- After skating, thoroughly dry your skate blades. They must be perfectly dry. If the blades are made of mild steel, they will require especially careful care. Rust on such runners appears very quickly if not properly cared for.
- Transport skates strictly in their covers. This will prevent the blades from rubbing against each other, which can dull them.
- When you get home, dry your skates. This procedure must be carried out in natural conditions, away from heating devices.
- Skates need to be ventilated, especially if you have not used them for a long time.
- Sometimes lubricate the skate boot (if it is made of eco-leather or genuine leather) with shoe polish. This procedure will help preserve the original appearance of the product for a long time.
Rules for fitting and selecting hockey skates
- The size of hockey skates is usually 1 - 1.5 smaller than regular shoes. Having determined the size using a special ruler, if possible, try on skates half a size smaller, because... The skate boot should fit as tightly as possible.
Put on your skate, vigorously move your foot back, and lace up your boot. If the heel moves freely and does not press firmly into the heel, try on a smaller skate or one with less fullness. Get up and walk around for 5-10 minutes. - In a properly sized boot, your foot should not roll forward or move from side to side. The boot should “sit” tightly on the foot without causing discomfort; the toes should only lightly touch inside the toe of the boot, but do not press or interfere. Fulfillment of these conditions means that the size is chosen absolutely correctly.
- The size of children's skates is selected taking into account the growth of the foot during the season by a maximum of 1 size.
ATTENTION! Due to design features, the sizes of amateur and professional skates GRAF, CCM, RBK, BAUER, NIKE and EASTON may vary slightly, so SEEK QUALIFIED ASSISTANCE WHEN SELECTING AND TRY ON SKATES CAREFULLY BEFORE BUYING!
Skate size chart
Adults/SR
| Russia | 38.5 | 39 | 39.5 | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 41.5 | 42 | 42.5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAF US BAUER US NIKE US MISSION US |
6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | ||
| CCM US RBK US |
5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | ||
| EASTON US | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | ||
Adults/SR (continued)
| Russia | 43 | 43.5 | 44 | 44.5 | 45 | 45.5 | 46 | 46.5 | 47 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAF US BAUER US NIKE US MISSION US |
9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 13 | ||
| CCM US RBK US |
9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | ||
| EASTON US | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | ||
Junior/JR
| Russia | 32.5 | 33 | 33.5 | 34 | 34.5 | 35 | 35.5 | 36 | 36.5 | 37 | 37.5 | 38 | 38.5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAF US BAUER US NIKE US MISSION US |
1 | 1.5 | 2 | 2.5 | 3 | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | ||
| CCM US RBK US |
- | 1 | 1.5 | 2 | 2.5 | 3 | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | ||
| EASTON US | - | 1 | 1.5 | 2 | 2.5 | 3 | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | ||
Baby/YTH
| Russia | 26 | 27 | 28 | 28.5 | 29 | 29.5 | 30 | 30.5 | 31 | 31.5 | 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAF US BAUER US NIKE US MISSION US |
Y08 | Y09 | Y10 | Y11 | Y12 | Y13 | - | ||||
| CCM US RBK US |
Y8 | Y9 | Y10 | Y11 | Y12 | Y13 | |||||
| EASTON US | Y09 | Y10 | Y11 | Y11.5 | Y12 | Y12.5 | Y13 | Y13.5 | |||
How to determine skate size
Determining shoe size
- Place both feet (in socks) on a piece of paper and trace with a pencil (you can also measure the insole of the shoes you are wearing)
- Measure the distance from your heel to your big toe.
- If the lengths for the right and left legs are different, choose the longest one.
COMPLETENESS OF LEGS
For skates, there is D(R) - a narrow foot (often used by professionals), EE (W) - a fuller foot (for most amateurs, also mainly for Russia).
FOOTWEAR NUMBERING SYSTEMS
In Russia (CIS countries), the shoe number is considered to be the size of the foot, measured in millimeters, without taking into account decorative allowances for lasts, warm socks, and other things. Foot length is measured from the most protruding point of the heel to the most protruding toe.
In the French system, shoe size is the length of the insole. The unit of measurement is the stroke, which is equal to 2/3 of a centimeter. The length of the insole is usually longer than the length of the foot by the so-called decorative allowance, which can be from 0 to 15 mm in length, which introduces some confusion in the translation from one numbering system to another. Today it is accepted as 10 mm.
The English system is inch (1 inch equals 2.54 cm). Size zero is four inches from the heel curve of the insole, that is, the standard size of a newborn's foot, and the numbering goes through 1/3 of an inch from 0 to number 13, and then again from 1 to 13.
The American system is similar to the English one, but compared to it it is shifted to zero by 1/12 inch (2.1 mm). Thus, in the English and American systems there are pairs of the same sizes.
There is another American system - for women. It is further shifted towards the beginning of the measurement towards a decrease and is also numbered from 1 to 13, but only for large numbers.
Rules for fitting and selecting figure skates
- When selecting skates, it is of paramount importance right choice size. Figure skates are typically half a size smaller than regular shoes. Do not take skates that are too big or small for you, just strictly according to size. The leg should feel comfortable inside. This will save you from painful wear, rubbing and distortion of movements.
- Try on the skates with the socks you will be skating in. Put on an unlaced boot, place your foot on the heel and press well with your heel towards the back of the boot. The boot should “sit” tightly on the foot, without causing discomfort; the toes should only lightly touch the inside of the toe of the boot, but not press or interfere. Fulfillment of these conditions means that the size is chosen absolutely correctly.
- Having chosen boots, learn how to lace them correctly - looser at the toe of the boot, tighter in the instep area (for maximum heel fixation and ankle protection from injury) and looser again in the area of the upper hooks. If the lacing is correct, the heel should be firmly fixed and not move up and down. Stand up and make sure your skates are level - your ankles should not turn outward. The boot should not hang around the ankle, but also put pressure on it.
Size chart for men's figure skates
Adults/SR
| Russia | 38.5 | 39 | 39.5 | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 41.5 | 42 | 42.5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAF US BAUER US NIKE US MISSION US |
6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | ||
| CCM US RBK US |
5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | ||
| EASTON US | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | ||
Adults/SR (continued)
| Russia | 43 | 43.5 | 44 | 44.5 | 45 | 45.5 | 46 | 46.5 | 47 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAF US BAUER US NIKE US MISSION US |
9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 13 | ||
| CCM US RBK US |
9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | ||
| EASTON US | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | ||
Junior/JR
| Russia | 32.5 | 33 | 33.5 | 34 | 34.5 | 35 | 35.5 | 36 | 36.5 | 37 | 37.5 | 38 | 38.5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAF US BAUER US NIKE US MISSION US |
1 | 1.5 | 2 | 2.5 | 3 | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | ||
| CCM US RBK US |
- | 1 | 1.5 | 2 | 2.5 | 3 | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | ||
| EASTON US | - | 1 | 1.5 | 2 | 2.5 | 3 | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | ||
Baby/YTH
| Russia | 26 | 27 | 28 | 28.5 | 29 | 29.5 | 30 | 30.5 | 31 | 31.5 | 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAF US BAUER US NIKE US MISSION US |
Y08 | Y09 | Y10 | Y11 | Y12 | Y13 | - | ||||
| CCM US RBK US |
Y8 | Y9 | Y10 | Y11 | Y12 | Y13 | |||||
| EASTON US | Y09 | Y10 | Y11 | Y11.5 | Y12 | Y12.5 | Y13 | Y13.5 | |||
Size chart for women's figure skates
Adults/SR
| Russia | 36 | 37 | 38 | 39 | 40 | 41 | 42 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CCM US NIKE US RBK US |
5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
Junior/JR
|
Russia |
32 | 33 | 34 | 35 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
CCM US NIKE US RBK US |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
Junior/JR
| Russia | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CCM US NIKE US RBK US |
Y8 | Y9 | Y10 | Y11 | Y12 | Y13 |
Helmet size chart
Measure your head circumference and find the appropriate size in the table.
PROTECTION: A hockey helmet should fit snugly to your head to prevent torsion and maximize protection.
COMFORT: You should feel comfortable wearing the helmet. Try on helmets from different brands and choose the one in which you feel most comfortable.
FIT: The helmet should fit on the head so that, tightly fitting to the head, its edge is a finger's width above the eyebrows.
ATTENTION: The helmet sizes given in the table should be taken as recommendations only. Sizes may vary depending on the manufacturer.
| SIZE, US | X-Small | Small | Medium | Large | X-Large |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HEAD CIRCUMSTANCE, cm | 50-53 | 53-56 | 56-58 | 58-60 | 60-63 |
Glove size chart
Measure the distance between your fingertips and the bottom edge of the elbow pad. Find the appropriate length in the table and determine your size.
To ensure safety while playing, when choosing gloves, pay attention to the absence of a gap between the elbow pad and the glove. Players who prefer shorter glove models should choose long elbow pads.
ATTENTION: The glove sizes given in the table should be taken as recommendations only. Sizes may vary depending on the manufacturer.
| GLOVES | YOUTH\CHILDREN'S | JUNIOR\JUNIOR | SENIOR\ADULTS | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SIZE | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
| LENGTH, cm | 18-20 | 20-23 | 23-28 | 24-27 | 25-30 | 30-33 | 33-36 | 38+ |
Shell size correspondence table
Measure your chest and find the appropriate size in the table.
The player's chest volume is the primary parameter, height is the secondary one.
To ensure safety, when choosing a shell, pay attention to the absence of a gap between the lower border of the biceps protector of the armor and the elbow pad. But, at the same time, the biceps protector should not intersect with the elbow pad - this will hinder movement during the game.
ATTENTION: The shell sizes given in the table should be taken as recommendations only. Sizes may vary depending on the manufacturer.
| SHEAR | SIZE | SIZE, US | CHEST VOLUME, cm | HEIGHT, cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YOUTH/CHILDREN'S | 1 | Small/Medium | 56-66 | 100-125 |
| 1 | Medium/Large | 61-71 | 115-140 | |
| JUNIOR/JUNIOR | 2 | Small | 66-76 | 130-140 |
| 2 | Medium | 71-81 | 135-145 | |
| 3 | Large | 76-86 | 140-150 | |
| SENIOR/ADULT | 4 | Small | 86-97 | 150-175 |
| 5 | Medium | 97-107 | 170-180 | |
| 6 | Large | 102-112 | 175-185 | |
| 6 | X-Large | 107+ | 180-190 | |
| 6 | XX-Large | 107+ | 185+ |
Elbow pad size correspondence table
Bend your arm and measure the length of your upper arm/forearm from the bottom of the armor's bicep protector to the top of the glove cuff. Find the appropriate length in the table and determine your size.
To ensure safety during the game, when choosing protection, pay attention to the absence of unprotected spaces between the lower border of the biceps protector of the armor and the elbow pad, as well as between the elbow pad and the glove. Players who prefer shorter glove models should choose long elbow pads.
ATTENTION: The dimensions of the elbow pads given in the table should be taken as recommendations only. Sizes may vary depending on the manufacturer.
| ELBOW PADS | SIZE | SIZE, US | LENGTH, cm | HEIGHT, cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YOUTH | 1 | Small/Medium | 18-20 | 100-125 |
| 1 | Medium/Large | 20-23 | 115-140 | |
| JUNIOR/JUNIOR | 2 | Small | 23-27 | 130-140 |
| 2 | Medium | 25-28 | 135-145 | |
| 3 | Large | 26-30 | 140-150 | |
| SENIOR/ADULTS | 4 | Small | 30-33 | 150-175 |
| 5 | Medium | 33-36 | 170-180 | |
| 6 | Large | 36-38 | 175-185 | |
| 7 | X-Large | 38+ | 180-190 |
Shield size correspondence table
Measure the length of your shin from the middle of your kneecap to the top of your skate. Find the appropriate length in the table and determine your size.
It is best to measure the length of the lower leg while sitting.
The size of the player's shin is the primary parameter, height is the secondary one.
ATTENTION: The dimensions of the shields given in the table should be taken as recommendations only. Sizes may vary depending on the manufacturer.
| SHIELDS | SIZE | SIZE, US | SHIN LENGTH, cm | HEIGHT, cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YOUTH | 8 | Yth. S | 20-23 | up to 110 |
| 9 | Yth. L | 23-25 | 110-120 | |
| JUNIOR/JUNIOR | 10 | Jr. S | 25-28 | 120-130 |
| 11 | Jr. M | 28-30 | 130-140 | |
| 12 | Jr. L | 30-33 | 140-150 | |
| 13 | Jr. XL | 33-36 | 150-160 | |
| SENIOR/ADULTS | 14 | Sr. S | 36-38 | 160-170 |
| 15 | Sr. M | 38-41 | 170-180 | |
| 16 | Sr. L | 41-43 | 180-190 | |
| 17 | Sr. XL | > 43 | > 190 | |
| 18 | Sr. XXL | > 43 | > 190 |
Shorts size chart
Measure your waist and find the appropriate size in the table.
FIT: The bottom of the shorts should reach the player's knee, and the top should cover the kidneys and lower ribs.
ATTENTION: The sizes of shorts given in the table should be taken as recommendations only. Sizes may vary depending on the manufacturer.
| SHORTS | SIZE, US | WAIST SIZE, cm |
|---|---|---|
| YOUTH | Yth. S | 53-55 |
| Yth. M | 55-58 | |
| Yth. L | 58-61 | |
| JUNIOR/JUNIOR | Jr. S | 61-66 |
| Jr. M | 66-71 | |
| Jr. L | 71-76 | |
| SENIOR/ADULTS | Sr. S | 76-81 |
| Sr. M | 81-86 | |
| Sr. L | 86-91 | |
| Sr. XL | 91-96 | |
| Sr. XXL | 96-102 |
In ice hockey there are no trifles - every element of equipment is important and the effectiveness of the player’s actions and the degree of his protection from damage depends on the correct choice. But, whatever one may say, the most important thing is the foundation. The basis of a hockey player's basics is skates.
Let's listen to the opinions of professionals on this matter. And to begin with, a word to the founders of hockey. (Simultaneous translation)
Now the opinion of Russian players.
A remarkable defender in the recent past, and now a hockey analyst, shares his advice - Alexander Khavanov.
I would like to immediately note that I cannot give a universal recipe that would suit everyone on how to choose skates. This process is individual, everyone is different and everyone’s feet are different. But, of course, there are a number of things that make sense to focus on when visiting a store.
Size matters
There is a rule that everyone who has ever purchased a pair of skates probably knows about. It states that skates should be half a size (in North American sizing) larger than your feet. To be honest, I would not recommend taking this advice as an absolute guide to action. The main criterion is how comfortable the foot is in the boot, and this is again determined by the preferences of each person and his habits. My skates are, as they say, tight. There are players who choose skates even smaller than their feet,
in order to then distribute them. The idea here is that the longer the blade, the less maneuverability. To increase their mobility on ice, people deliberately use smaller skates. As for children just starting to learn to skate, then, in my opinion, those parents who take skates several sizes larger to grow are wrong. This is a surefire way to ruin a child's skating.
Hard or soft
It is very important to know in advance what you want from your skates. Accordingly, the worst thing is to choose skates without knowing what you want to get from them. There are a great variety of skates on the market now, and there is plenty to choose from. But this is a difficult and responsible process in which various nuances are important. Skates come with a high and low rise, soft, hard and very hard, with a high and low heel. It's easy to get confused here. The owner of a high instep, naturally, should take skates with a high instep - everything is more or less obvious here. With rigidity, not everything is clear. On the one hand, a hard boot is better at preventing injuries. On the other hand, it does not provide the freedom of action that a soft boot provides. Therefore, professionals whose feet are ready for specific loads mainly use soft skates. A new, insufficiently prepared person, going out on the ice in these, can twist his ankle. Therefore, I would advise beginners to choose skates that are stiffer, reducing the risk of getting an unnecessary injury, as they say, out of the blue. I would not strictly differentiate between skates that are better suited for defenders and attackers. It again depends on who is comfortable with what. It is believed that they should differ in the degree of protection of the leg. Of course, everyone needs protection. But no matter how hard the boot is, a direct hit from the puck will still hurt, unless, of course, you wear skates nine sizes too big. So, I repeat, first of all you should pay attention to how well the skate fits your foot.
Three pairs per season
During a regular season, I “kill” three pairs of skates - two are enough for the regular season, one more for the playoffs. The main sign that it’s time to change your skates is that as they wear out, they no longer support your feet. Which, of course, can lead to injury. For people who do not play hockey professionally, a pair of skates, of course, will last a long time - you can skate on one for several years. But it won’t hurt to notice in time that the shoes are worn out.
Thermal molding is not a panacea
Almost all skate manufacturers are now actively using materials that allow the skates to take the shape of the player’s foot when heated. This is useful thing. But I still think that it’s even more important to space the skates correctly so that they work like your leg, so that they, as they say, “bend” under your foot. Any person is initially uncomfortable wearing skates. And if they dynamically interact well with the foot, the discomfort is greatly reduced. On It usually takes at least a week to break in skates normally. Almost all professional skates are equipped with an anatomical felt tongue with a molded liner, an antimicrobial non-slip insole, and an improved system for fastening and adjusting the blade to the cup.
Adviсe:
1. Understand the unique structural features of your foot that may cause pressure points to form and lead to discomfort during use.
2. Study your old skates - they can tell you a lot. The wear of the insole will tell you whether the size was chosen correctly. High wear areas will indicate points of excess pressure caused by incorrect skate selection. For example, the insole in an incorrectly fitted skate has a foot print that does not reach the edge of the insole.
3. Socks. When selecting skates, wear the socks you will use when skating. It is recommended to wear thin socks, which will allow the boot to mold to your foot faster and more accurately and take the unique shape of your foot.
4. Putting on shoes. Loosen the boot laces to the third hole from the bottom. Pull out the tongue, tilt it forward and put on the boot. The foot should feel comfortable while on the insole and “fill” the shoe entirely, without leaving the instep and toe areas empty.
5. Heel. Before you lace up your boot, vigorously move your foot back in the boot. The tongue of a properly laced boot should keep the foot pushed back and not allow the foot to move or move at the heel. If the heel area of the foot moves freely and is not held close to the heel of the skate, this means that you need to try on either a smaller skate or a skate that is less full.
6. Front part. Stand up straight with your legs closed. In this position, the toes should only lightly touch the front inside of the boot and when applying force, they should touch more intensely, but not press or interfere.
7. First steps. Walk/sit for 10-15 minutes. This will help you once again make sure of the comfort and correct selection of the size and model of skates. If the heel does not “slide” forward in the boot or move from side to side, if the boot fits snugly but not uncomfortably on the foot, and if the toes just lightly touch the toe of the boot, this means that the size is completely correct.
Steel nuances
When sliding on ice, the blade plays the main role.
The principle of sliding of a skate is as follows: from the friction of the sharp edges of the blade, the ice underneath melts, and the skate slides along a kind of “water cushion” (that is, actually over wet ice), due to which the sliding speed greatly increases.
Before purchasing skates, pay special attention to the glass used in the design (the segment of the skate between the blade and the boot itself). His most popular model today is TUUK Custom +. It is good in all respects - except, perhaps, for one thing: in extreme cold it can crack.
If you go out on the ice in severe cold, preference should be given to a frost-resistant model - the TUUK series Lightspeed.
Hockey skate size
To understand how to choose the right skates, you need to keep in mind that hockey skates have their own sizing system, so your shoe size will not be the same size as your skates.
Each hockey equipment manufacturer provides its own sizing chart. Thanks to these tables, you can choose the right size skates by comparing your shoe size and country of residence. But do not forget that tables vary from manufacturer to manufacturer.
Let's look at how to choose skates that suit your length. Put the boot on your foot, slide your foot back so that the heel is pressed firmly against the heel of the skate. In this position, your toes should lightly touch the toe of the shoe. If your toes rest on the toe, you should take a skate size larger.
Sometimes it happens that the length hockey boot Fits your foot perfectly, but the width is either too narrow or too wide. In this case, you need to move on to choosing skates with the same size, but a different fullness (this will be written below).
The question often arises: how to choose skates for a child? Considering your foot height, it is recommended to choose skates half a size larger. Half a size will be equivalent to the thickness of one finger between the heel of the boot and the heel of the foot. If you do not want to harm your child, then you should not buy skates larger than half a size. A large shoe will wobble on your foot, leading to poor balance, falls, and leg or ankle injuries.
Below we provide size correspondence tables for the most popular hockey skate manufacturers in our country.
Adults/SR
| Russia | 38.5 | 39 | 39.5 | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 41.5 | 42 | 42.5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAF BAUER |
6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | ||
| CCM REEBOK |
5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | ||
| EASTON | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | ||
Adults/SR (continued)
| Russia | 43 | 43.5 | 44 | 44.5 | 45 | 45.5 | 46 | 46.5 | 47 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAF BAUER |
9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 13 | ||
| CCM REEBOK |
9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | ||
| EASTON | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | ||
Junior/JR
| Russia | 32.5 | 33 | 33.5 | 34 | 34.5 | 35 | 35.5 | 36 | 36.5 | 37 | 37.5 | 38 | 38.5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAF BAUER |
1 | 1.5 | 2 | 2.5 | 3 | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | ||
| CCM REEBOK |
- | 1 | 1.5 | 2 | 2.5 | 3 | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | ||
| EASTON | - | 1 | 1.5 | 2 | 2.5 | 3 | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | ||
Baby/YTH
| Russia | 26 | 27 | 28 | 28.5 | 29 | 29.5 | 30 | 30.5 | 31 | 31.5 | 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAF BAUER |
Y08 | Y09 | Y10 | Y11 | Y12 | Y13 | - | ||||
| CCM REEBOK |
Y8 | Y9 | Y10 | Y11 | Y12 | Y13 | |||||
| EASTON | Y09 | Y10 | Y11 | Y11.5 | Y12 | Y12.5 | Y13 | Y13.5 | |||
Hockey ones must protect the foot and ankle from injury and provide comfort, ice ones must be lightweight, and figure ones must “hold the ice” well, allowing complex technical elements to be performed.
Where can I buy?
Cheaper and simpler skates can be found in any sports store in the city. If you decide to take up skating seriously, it is better to go to a specialized sports store, where there is a large selection of models from various brand manufacturers, such as CCM, RISPORT, GRAF, WIFA, Bayer, Jackson, Gracier, K2.
Size
What should you pay attention to when choosing? The most important thing is the size of the skates. The boot of ice or figure skates should match your shoe size, while that of hockey skates should be 1 size larger. Otherwise, their service life will be greatly reduced.
Figure skate size chart
| Adults | ||||||||||||||
| EUROPE | 40,5 | 41 | 42 | 42,5 | 43 | 44 | 44,5 | 45 | 45,5 | 46 | 47 | 47,5 | 48 | 49 |
| RUSSIA | 38,5 | 39 | 40 | 40,5 | 41 | 42 | 42,5 | 43 | 43,5 | 44 | 44,5 | 45 | 46 | 47 |
| centimeters | 25,5 | 26 | 26,5 | 27 | 27,5 | 28 | 28,5 | 29 | 29,5 | 30 | 30,5 | 31 | 31,5 | 32,5 |
| Teenage | ||||||||||
| EUROPE | 33,5 | 34 | 35 | 35,5 | 36 | 36,5 | 37,5 | 38 | 38,5 | 39 |
| RUSSIA | 32,5 | 33 | 34 | 34,5 | 35 | 35,5 | 36 | 36,5 | 37 | 37,5 |
| centimeters | 21 | 21,5 | 22 | 22,5 | 23 | 23,5 | 23,5 | 24 | 24 | 24,5 |
| Children's | ||||||||||
| EUROPE | 26 | 27 | 28 | 28,5 | 29,5 | 30 | 31 | 31,5 | 32 | 33 |
| RUSSIA | 26 | 27 | 28 | 28,5 | 29,5 | 30 | 30,5 | 31 | 31,5 | 32 |
| centimeters | 15 | 16 | 17 | 17,5 | 18 | 18,5 | 19 | 19,5 | 20 |
20,5
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No discomfort
When buying skates for recreation, do not choose expensive sports models; it is better to limit yourself to softer and more comfortable ones. The main thing is that the skates fit comfortably on the foot and hold the ankle tightly. If you feel the slightest discomfort when trying on, immediately take off this pair - when skating, the discomfort will increase several times.
The main thing when choosing amateur skates is how much you like them and how comfortable they are.
How to choose hockey skates
Next, we’ll tell you how to choose hockey skates if you still choose them. It should be mentioned that they are divided into: skates for professionals (for forwards, for defenders, for goalkeepers); skates for semi-professionals; for hockey fans; for beginner hockey players. The price, as well as the quality of workmanship, depends on the purpose of the skates.
- Decide on a style if you are purchasing hockey skates for playing.
- When choosing, keep in mind that for the manufacture of professional skates, materials are used that are not intended for temperatures below −5 C.
- Once you have decided on the size, try on shoes that are half a size smaller - this will ensure that you have made the right choice. If it is correct, then the boot should fit well on the foot, not cause any discomfort, and prevent the foot from moving inside it.
- When choosing skates for your child, do not stock up too much. The maximum you can afford is 1 size.
In addition to all of the above, it is necessary to give a few more recommendations. If these are not your first skates, then studying the wear of the old ones will make it possible to make sure that the previous choice was correct to prevent the repetition of mistakes. The foot should completely fill the inner space of the boot. If the foot moves in the heel area, then smaller or less full boots are needed.
How to choose figure skates
When choosing figure skates, follow these guidelines.
- Try to choose the size as accurately as possible. Pay enough attention correct selection fullness of the boot. This will help extend the life of your skates and, most importantly, reduce the chances of injury.
- When trying on, wear the socks you will be riding in.
- Choose a skate model depending on your level of skating.
- If you are a beginner, you should choose medium-hard boots that allow ankle flexion when performing a squat.
- Do not strive for expensive models when purchasing skates for rare ice walks.
- If you are an amateur figure skating, then do not buy skates designed for the mass consumer. Since the quality of their manufacture and the materials used are not designed for more or less frequent exercise.
How to choose skates for a beginner skater
For beginners, it is not necessary to take expensive and advanced skates. But if you go to classes in a section, just make sure which ones are also not very suitable. Let's look at the skates in parts, their types and materials.
Boot
Takes a maximum of 2 sizes more legs for outdoors and a maximum of 1 size larger for artificial ice.
Rigidity
The stiffness of the boot is very important. It prevents the ankle from dangling relative to the leg. Children's ligaments are more elastic than adults, but their muscles are also weaker, so they need hard shoes, in other words reinforced ones. What are reinforced boots? This is when a material is placed between the outer layer of leather and the inner layer to give rigidity to the boot. It could be plastic, it could be special thick leather, some companies use steel plates. Depending on the material, the stiffness of the boots varies. Children are recommended to choose medium hardness - on a pad made of special thick leather.
Lacing
Despite all the new technologies, nothing better than simple lacing has yet been invented. Because it allows you to clasp the entire leg, and not at several points (clips). It prevents the leg from being overtightened (quick lacing system). It allows you to adjust the width of the boot to fit your foot. The lace is gradually redistributed and equalizes the pressure.
The rivets make lacing faster, simplify the lacing process and allow you to shorten the laces.
Boots can be made from either genuine leather or synthetic material. Stores will tell you in detail about the materials used in the manufacture of boots and skate blades. We will only indicate what you need to pay attention to when choosing them.
Each material has its own pros and cons. Leather boots are warmer, they absorb moisture better and quickly take the shape of your feet. At the same time, artificial leather is lighter, it does not get wet and does not lose its appearance so quickly. IN last years Increasingly, boots are made from artificial materials that are lightweight, highly water-resistant and resistant to all kinds of damage.
The inner surface is usually covered with high-quality artificial waterproof suede. The sole of the boot is made of rubber or plastic, and the blades of new skates are not sharpened. Before buying skates, you should decide how you want to skate and how professionally you can do it. When choosing professional skates, you need to pay attention to the sole, which must be leather, the height of the boot, the bend of the blade and the number of teeth on it.
Boots for professionals have a genuine leather upper, a quick-drying insole inside, a “puffed” tongue and special pads that protect the ankle from lateral damage. Such models are initially sold without blades, and in general they are supplied mainly to order.
If you are not a professional, but you think that you skate more or less well, then semi-professional skates are suitable for you. These skates have chrome blades, a leather boot and additional soft padding on the sides. The blades of such skates are usually attached to screws.
If you skate infrequently or not very well, then it is better to buy a simpler and cheaper model. The choice of these in the retail chain is quite wide.
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Rules for fitting and selecting hockey skates
- The size of hockey skates is usually 1 - 1.5 smaller than regular shoes. Having determined the size using a special ruler, if possible, try on skates half a size smaller, because... The skate boot should fit as tightly as possible.
Put on your skate, vigorously move your foot back, and lace up your boot. If the heel moves freely and does not press firmly into the heel, try on a smaller skate or one with less fullness. Get up and walk around for 5-10 minutes. - In a properly sized boot, your foot should not roll forward or move from side to side. The boot should “sit” tightly on the foot, without causing discomfort; the toes should only lightly touch the inside of the toe of the boot, but not press or interfere. Fulfillment of these conditions means that the size is chosen absolutely correctly.
- The size of children's skates is selected taking into account the growth of the foot during the season by a maximum of 1 size.
ATTENTION! Due to design features, the sizes of amateur and professional skates GRAF, CCM, RBK, BAUER, NIKE and EASTON may vary slightly, so REQUIRE QUALIFIED ASSISTANCE WHEN SELECTING AND TRY ON THE SKATES CAREFULLY BEFORE BUYING!
Skate size chart
Adults/SR
| Russia | 38.5 | 39 | 39.5 | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 41.5 | 42 | 42.5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAF US BAUER US NIKE US MISSION US |
6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | ||
| CCM US RBK US |
5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | ||
| EASTON US | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | ||
Adults/SR (continued)
| Russia | 43 | 43.5 | 44 | 44.5 | 45 | 45.5 | 46 | 46.5 | 47 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAF US BAUER US NIKE US MISSION US |
9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 13 | ||
| CCM US RBK US |
9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | ||
| EASTON US | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | ||
Junior/JR
| Russia | 32.5 | 33 | 33.5 | 34 | 34.5 | 35 | 35.5 | 36 | 36.5 | 37 | 37.5 | 38 | 38.5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAF US BAUER US NIKE US MISSION US |
1 | 1.5 | 2 | 2.5 | 3 | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | ||
| CCM US RBK US |
- | 1 | 1.5 | 2 | 2.5 | 3 | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | ||
| EASTON US | - | 1 | 1.5 | 2 | 2.5 | 3 | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | ||
Baby/YTH
| Russia | 26 | 27 | 28 | 28.5 | 29 | 29.5 | 30 | 30.5 | 31 | 31.5 | 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAF US BAUER US NIKE US MISSION US |
Y08 | Y09 | Y10 | Y11 | Y12 | Y13 | - | ||||
| CCM US RBK US |
Y8 | Y9 | Y10 | Y11 | Y12 | Y13 | |||||
| EASTON US | Y09 | Y10 | Y11 | Y11.5 | Y12 | Y12.5 | Y13 | Y13.5 | |||
How to determine skate size
Determining shoe size
- Place both feet (in socks) on a piece of paper and trace with a pencil (you can also measure the insole of the shoes you are wearing)
- Measure the distance from your heel to your big toe.
- If the lengths for the right and left legs are different, choose the longest one.
COMPLETENESS OF LEGS
For skates, there is D(R) - a narrow foot (often used by professionals), EE (W) - a fuller foot (for most amateurs, also mainly for Russia).
FOOTWEAR NUMBERING SYSTEMS
In Russia (CIS countries), the shoe number is considered to be the size of the foot, measured in millimeters, without taking into account decorative allowances for lasts, warm socks, and other things. Foot length is measured from the most protruding point of the heel to the most protruding toe.
In the French system, shoe size is the length of the insole. The unit of measurement is the stroke, which is equal to 2/3 of a centimeter. The length of the insole is usually longer than the length of the foot by the so-called decorative allowance, which can be from 0 to 15 mm in length, which introduces some confusion in the translation from one numbering system to another. Today it is accepted as 10 mm.
The English system is inch (1 inch equals 2.54 cm). Size zero is four inches from the heel curve of the insole, that is, the standard size of a newborn's foot, and the numbering goes through 1/3 of an inch from 0 to number 13, and then again from 1 to 13.
The American system is similar to the English one, but compared to it it is shifted to zero by 1/12 inch (2.1 mm). Thus, in the English and American systems there are pairs of the same sizes.
There is another American system - for women. It is further shifted towards the beginning of the measurement towards a decrease and is also numbered from 1 to 13, but only for large numbers.
Rules for fitting and selecting figure skates
- When choosing skates, choosing the right size is of paramount importance. Figure skates are typically half a size smaller than regular shoes. Do not take skates that are too big or small for you, just strictly according to size. The leg should feel comfortable inside. This will save you from painful wear, rubbing and distortion of movements.
- Try on the skates with the socks you will be skating in. Put on an unlaced boot, place your foot on the heel and press well with your heel towards the back of the boot. The boot should “sit” tightly on the foot, without causing discomfort; the toes should only lightly touch the inside of the toe of the boot, but not press or interfere. Fulfillment of these conditions means that the size is chosen absolutely correctly.
- Having chosen boots, learn how to lace them correctly - looser at the toe of the boot, tighter in the instep area (for maximum heel fixation and ankle protection from injury) and looser again in the area of the upper hooks. If the lacing is correct, the heel should be firmly fixed and not move up and down. Stand up and make sure your skates are level - your ankles should not turn outward. The boot should not hang around the ankle, but also put pressure on it.
Size chart for men's figure skates
Adults/SR
| Russia | 38.5 | 39 | 39.5 | 40 | 40.5 | 41 | 41.5 | 42 | 42.5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAF US BAUER US NIKE US MISSION US |
6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | 9 | ||
| CCM US RBK US |
5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | ||
| EASTON US | 5.5 | 6 | 6.5 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 8.5 | ||
Adults/SR (continued)
| Russia | 43 | 43.5 | 44 | 44.5 | 45 | 45.5 | 46 | 46.5 | 47 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAF US BAUER US NIKE US MISSION US |
9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 13 | ||
| CCM US RBK US |
9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | ||
| EASTON US | 9 | 9.5 | 10 | 10.5 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | ||
Junior/JR
| Russia | 32.5 | 33 | 33.5 | 34 | 34.5 | 35 | 35.5 | 36 | 36.5 | 37 | 37.5 | 38 | 38.5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAF US BAUER US NIKE US MISSION US |
1 | 1.5 | 2 | 2.5 | 3 | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | 6 | ||
| CCM US RBK US |
- | 1 | 1.5 | 2 | 2.5 | 3 | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | ||
| EASTON US | - | 1 | 1.5 | 2 | 2.5 | 3 | 3.5 | 4 | 4.5 | 5 | 5.5 | ||
Baby/YTH
| Russia | 26 | 27 | 28 | 28.5 | 29 | 29.5 | 30 | 30.5 | 31 | 31.5 | 32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAF US BAUER US NIKE US MISSION US |
Y08 | Y09 | Y10 | Y11 | Y12 | Y13 | - | ||||
| CCM US RBK US |
Y8 | Y9 | Y10 | Y11 | Y12 | Y13 | |||||
| EASTON US | Y09 | Y10 | Y11 | Y11.5 | Y12 | Y12.5 | Y13 | Y13.5 | |||
Size chart for women's figure skates
Adults/SR
| Russia | 36 | 37 | 38 | 39 | 40 | 41 | 42 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CCM US NIKE US RBK US |
5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
Junior/JR
|
Russia |
32 | 33 | 34 | 35 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
CCM US NIKE US RBK US |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
Junior/JR
| Russia | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CCM US NIKE US RBK US |
Y8 | Y9 | Y10 | Y11 | Y12 | Y13 |
Helmet size chart
Measure your head circumference and find the appropriate size in the table.
PROTECTION: A hockey helmet should fit snugly to your head to prevent torsion and maximize protection.
COMFORT: You should feel comfortable wearing the helmet. Try on helmets from different brands and choose the one in which you feel most comfortable.
FIT: The helmet should fit on the head so that, tightly fitting to the head, its edge is a finger's width above the eyebrows.
ATTENTION: The helmet sizes given in the table should be taken as recommendations only. Sizes may vary depending on the manufacturer.
| SIZE, US | X-Small | Small | Medium | Large | X-Large |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HEAD CIRCUMSTANCE, cm | 50-53 | 53-56 | 56-58 | 58-60 | 60-63 |
Glove size chart
Measure the distance between your fingertips and the bottom edge of the elbow pad. Find the appropriate length in the table and determine your size.
To ensure safety while playing, when choosing gloves, pay attention to the absence of a gap between the elbow pad and the glove. Players who prefer shorter glove models should choose long elbow pads.
ATTENTION: The glove sizes given in the table should be taken as recommendations only. Sizes may vary depending on the manufacturer.
| GLOVES | YOUTH\CHILDREN'S | JUNIOR\JUNIOR | SENIOR\ADULTS | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SIZE | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
| LENGTH, cm | 18-20 | 20-23 | 23-28 | 24-27 | 25-30 | 30-33 | 33-36 | 38+ |
Shell size correspondence table
Measure your chest and find the appropriate size in the table.
The player's chest volume is the primary parameter, height is the secondary one.
To ensure safety, when choosing a shell, pay attention to the absence of a gap between the lower border of the biceps protector of the armor and the elbow pad. But, at the same time, the biceps protector should not intersect with the elbow pad - this will hinder movement during the game.
ATTENTION: The shell sizes given in the table should be taken as recommendations only. Sizes may vary depending on the manufacturer.
| SHEAR | SIZE | SIZE, US | CHEST VOLUME, cm | HEIGHT, cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YOUTH/CHILDREN'S | 1 | Small/Medium | 56-66 | 100-125 |
| 1 | Medium/Large | 61-71 | 115-140 | |
| JUNIOR/JUNIOR | 2 | Small | 66-76 | 130-140 |
| 2 | Medium | 71-81 | 135-145 | |
| 3 | Large | 76-86 | 140-150 | |
| SENIOR/ADULT | 4 | Small | 86-97 | 150-175 |
| 5 | Medium | 97-107 | 170-180 | |
| 6 | Large | 102-112 | 175-185 | |
| 6 | X-Large | 107+ | 180-190 | |
| 6 | XX-Large | 107+ | 185+ |
Elbow pad size correspondence table
Bend your arm and measure the length of your upper arm/forearm from the bottom of the armor's bicep protector to the top of the glove cuff. Find the appropriate length in the table and determine your size.
To ensure safety during the game, when choosing protection, pay attention to the absence of unprotected spaces between the lower border of the biceps protector of the armor and the elbow pad, as well as between the elbow pad and the glove. Players who prefer shorter glove models should choose long elbow pads.
ATTENTION: The dimensions of the elbow pads given in the table should be taken as recommendations only. Sizes may vary depending on the manufacturer.
| ELBOW PADS | SIZE | SIZE, US | LENGTH, cm | HEIGHT, cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YOUTH | 1 | Small/Medium | 18-20 | 100-125 |
| 1 | Medium/Large | 20-23 | 115-140 | |
| JUNIOR/JUNIOR | 2 | Small | 23-27 | 130-140 |
| 2 | Medium | 25-28 | 135-145 | |
| 3 | Large | 26-30 | 140-150 | |
| SENIOR/ADULTS | 4 | Small | 30-33 | 150-175 |
| 5 | Medium | 33-36 | 170-180 | |
| 6 | Large | 36-38 | 175-185 | |
| 7 | X-Large | 38+ | 180-190 |
Shield size correspondence table
Measure the length of your shin from the middle of your kneecap to the top of your skate. Find the appropriate length in the table and determine your size.
It is best to measure the length of the lower leg while sitting.
The size of the player's shin is the primary parameter, height is the secondary one.
ATTENTION: The dimensions of the shields given in the table should be taken as recommendations only. Sizes may vary depending on the manufacturer.
| SHIELDS | SIZE | SIZE, US | SHIN LENGTH, cm | HEIGHT, cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YOUTH | 8 | Yth. S | 20-23 | up to 110 |
| 9 | Yth. L | 23-25 | 110-120 | |
| JUNIOR/JUNIOR | 10 | Jr. S | 25-28 | 120-130 |
| 11 | Jr. M | 28-30 | 130-140 | |
| 12 | Jr. L | 30-33 | 140-150 | |
| 13 | Jr. XL | 33-36 | 150-160 | |
| SENIOR/ADULTS | 14 | Sr. S | 36-38 | 160-170 |
| 15 | Sr. M | 38-41 | 170-180 | |
| 16 | Sr. L | 41-43 | 180-190 | |
| 17 | Sr. XL | > 43 | > 190 | |
| 18 | Sr. XXL | > 43 | > 190 |
Shorts size chart
Measure your waist and find the appropriate size in the table.
FIT: The bottom of the shorts should reach the player's knee, and the top should cover the kidneys and lower ribs.
ATTENTION: The sizes of shorts given in the table should be taken as recommendations only. Sizes may vary depending on the manufacturer.
| SHORTS | SIZE, US | WAIST SIZE, cm |
|---|---|---|
| YOUTH | Yth. S | 53-55 |
| Yth. M | 55-58 | |
| Yth. L | 58-61 | |
| JUNIOR/JUNIOR | Jr. S | 61-66 |
| Jr. M | 66-71 | |
| Jr. L | 71-76 | |
| SENIOR/ADULTS | Sr. S | 76-81 |
| Sr. M | 81-86 | |
| Sr. L | 86-91 | |
| Sr. XL | 91-96 | |
| Sr. XXL | 96-102 |