Hockey Shin Guards

Fitting Shin Pads - Hockey Equipment

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Shin Guard Buying Guide

by HockeyMonkey.com

When it comes to protective equipment, simply grabbing the cheapest set is not always the best plan. Hockey shin guards are designed to protect your legs from the puck and the opponent’s stick and each set is made with different features to ensure your comfort and protection. Most shin guards are adjustable with Velcro straps, allowing the player to tighten or loosen the straps to a desirable fit. Depending on your skill level and position, there are different types of shin guards to choose from. The defensive player needs a shin guard that offers the highest level of protection and padding that will absorb the impact of blocking shots. Forwards tend to prefer lighter shin guards because they allow for more flexibility and speed.

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Is there a difference between soccer and field hockey shin guards?

Mar 28, 2008 by bearbear | Posted in Other - Sports

I'm starting field hockey soon and had to buy a pair, but the ones I bought seem to say that they are good for soccer? They are Adidas and have a hard shell on the outside. I'm wondering if I can use these and if not what do real field hockey shin guards

Hey,yeah there is a huge difference.My field hockey shin guards have the hard shell in the front and the small covering in the back to cover your legs.In soccer,the shin guards usually just cover the front.But if you can try to get field hockey shin guards

rushola2221 | Mar 28, 2008