(Fantasy wedding) 10 Must-Have Ice Hockey Equipments
No commentsBy Jessica Thomson
Ice hockey is essentially an indoor sport. It is played like regular hockey, but on ice and using a puck instead of a ball. Unlike playing on ground, playing over ice needs extra protection as ice can cause both shock and serious internal injuries to the body. Hence specialized ice hockey equipments are required for this game.
Must Haves!
10. Hockey stick: These were initially made of wood from willow, ash, yellow birch trees and later from metals such as aluminium. But both are now replaced by carbon fibres and graphite for flexibility and durability.
11. Ice skates: Goal tenders skates are nearer to ground for better balance and lacks tendon support. The skates are designed for the side to side movement of the goal tender. The players skates have less curved blade without the upper plastic mould for better leg movement.
12. Helmet with visor or cage and mouth-guard: The first protective device that was made mandatory was the helmet. It comes with a visor for field players and with a cage for the goal tender, to reduce impacts from the flying puck. Mouth-guards protect the teeth.
13. Hockey gloves: These provide protection to the outer part of the hands from falling on the ice and pucks. The palm area is thin for better grip on the stick. Goal tenders gloves are different. The blocking glove is worn on the stick hand to deflect puck, while the catching glove with a trapper allows the goal tender to catch the incoming puck.
14. Elbow pads: This is a must for a good protection. Every player needs to wear these Velcro adjustable pads which cover the forearm, elbows and triceps. Help in deflecting flying pucks and avoid injury from fall.
15. Shoulder pads: For protecting upper torso, chest, shoulder blade, collar bones and rib cage. Gives maximum protection for skaters.
16. Neck guard: While the head and torso is protected, the only part which can get seriously injured is the neck. And this is highly possible when coming in contact with a flying puck or fellow skaters skates and sticks. A neck guard solves this problem.
17. Hockey pants: These might look bulky, but are designed for cushioning any impact to the lower pelvis - the thighs and legs.
18. Jockstrap (men) or Pelvic protector (women): For protecting the delicate private parts.
19. Shin guard: Knees are the most vulnerable. Any direct or indirect injury could even ruin ones career. Hence protecting the knees with knee cap and the frontal bones with the shin guard is absolutely essential.
Ice Hockey Kit
How to carry all these equipments? Many readymade ice hockey kits and bags are available for carrying your entire gear. There are compartments for your sticks, pads and pucks.
With these must-haves have a great time ice hockeying!
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http://www.bluecowhockey.co.uk
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