Beginner Hockey Gear: Hockey Equipment List for New Hockey Players

[@DoYouBelieveInTimeTravel]

I’m a 17 year old girl and thinking about getting into Hockey, your channel has been beyond helpful! :)

[@beginneradulthockey]

I am SO glad! Let me know how it goes. It can be really scary to start new things - but if you start now you will be SO much better than everyone else by the time you're my age :)

[@stokedpanda6995]

im 16 and have been playing for a couple months, im so glad that there are other girls starting around the same age as i am. It's super fun

[@Gr8LakesGames]

Thank you fo the info i start hockey "school Monday Feb 25th and cannot wait

[@beginneradulthockey]

That is amazing! How did it go?

[@matthewhudock8378]

Informative video with a lot of good info. I wish something like this was around back when I started. One addition I would make is to add a mouth guard--they help prevent concussion--and for the brave beer leaguers who only use a visor or nothing at all, it might (albeit unlikely) save a tooth or two. You mentioned the high cost of gloves--one thing to help prolong their life (and save some money) is to use a grip (like TackiMac) on the butt end of sticks because tape will definitely eat through the glove palms quicker.

[@beginneradulthockey]

Thank you!!! That is all so helpful - you’re right, I did forget to mention a mouth guard. About 50% of people I play with wear one. And I always advocate for a cage, but people definitely have their preferences.

[@andersborum9267]

I came across a life hack that's been great for keeping shin guards and elbow pads stick keep from sliding around or dropping (without use of clear tape). Basically it's liberal application of liquid rubber/silicone of the type that's sold for application under children's socks (to keep them from skidding around). I believe it's a similar material to what applied from the factory, but lots more is required. Just apply liberal amounts in a crosshatching pattern across all textile surfaces facing your legs or arms, and you're good to go after about a day's worth of curing. It's about $10 and is going to last you several years after just a single application. I basically just slam on the shin guards or elbow pads, tie up the straps and spend hours on the ice without even thinking about repositioning. Makes a world of difference.

[@beginneradulthockey]

Wow that is also interesting - I hadn't thought of any of this. Thanks again!

[@o0biglovin0o67]

Thank you I’m starting in January. This is/was very helpful

[@beginneradulthockey]

That is great - how did it go??

[@carries5713]

I SO appreciated this information and it definitely answered several questions I had. Great job, thanks!

[@beginneradulthockey]

Wonderful! Please let me know if you have any other questions.

[@WMWAnimations]

Such a grear video - excellent for starting! Excited for the 2024 hockey season 🥳

[@beginneradulthockey]

Yay me too! When does your season start?

[@WMWAnimations]

@@beginneradulthockey just going to do pickup at local rinls though the season.. going to make use of these videos for guidance

[@dudeco93]

Thanks for this super informative info. Im a diehard ducks fan rip me lol. But at 30 i want to finally learn to skate better and learn to play the game i love watching. My rink has actual adult skating classes and then has a monthly fee hockey adult improvers class. In your professional opinion if i still tend to struggle with turns and falling on my butt would you recommend i take purely ice skating classes first or take the adult hockey improvers class that also teaches skating or in addition do you think private lessons would be better? Thanks for any help or info you can provide

[@beginneradulthockey]

If you have the opportunity to do both, I would do both. But if you can only do one, I personally would choose the hockey one - because you will learn to skate at the same time you are learning hockey. Both classes will teach you skating skills, but the only thing that will make you better at skating is just getting out there and doing it over and over.

[@Christina-vq7ih]

I was in a very similar situation as you last year…late 30s, love hockey (go Oilers!), very basic skater, wanted to improve my skating and play hockey. I joined a women’s shinny group that played biweekly as well as adult skating classes. Ended up dropping the classes after one session because the ice was too cramped to safely work on backwards skating. But I replaced lessons with open ice skating at our local rinks. My husband helped me with whatever technique I wanted to improve and when I was alone I often found other skaters to be super helpful with tips. Doing all that I noticed a huge improvement by the end of the season which made hockey so much more fun! Good luck!

[@GNML6836]

Great video! No neck guard? I would suggest using separate towels for sweat and wiping skates. Lots of gross bio hazards in ice! 🇨🇦👍🏻🇨🇦

[@Michael-Makes-Stuff]

Thank you so much for making this! It’s very helpful - and practical. 👍🏼

[@beginneradulthockey]

You're welcome! Please let me know if you have any questions.

[@ittirutak1058]

also with a wooden stick you can heat the blade up to change the curve. if you see a stick you would like to try, but the curve is different. you can just try your best to copy that curve with the wooden stick. the stiffness won't be the same, but still a good way to try new curves without spending a whole lot on a new stick

[@beginneradulthockey]

Oh cool! I wouldn't recommend anyone put a flame to their wooden stick, but if you can do it, then that is a great tip :)

[@no2freakshow]

Good video. Very helpful to those who have never dressed before. I grew up playing pond hockey, and i remember my first game indoors, at the age of 20. It took me FOREVER to figure out which order to put things on. I agree with the sweat issue, but instead of a band i preferred a skull cap. Most of the guys i skated with went bare skin under their shoulder pads, but i liked to wear long-sleeve compression turtlenecks, just an added piece of protection for my neck. Did i ever need neck protection? No, thankfully, but it made me feel better, just in case. Now, they have hockey-specific tops with neck guards (which are kind of expensive).

[@beginneradulthockey]

They ARE expensive. It is very difficult when you first get started (especially as an adult) because there is just not much info out there. So I am so glad I could help! And the other thing is how players all have different preferences, just like you mentioned. So you don't necessarily want to learn how to do it from just one person.

[@jenniesmith16]

this was super helpful and informative thank you!

[@beginneradulthockey]

You’re welcome! Let me know if you have any questions about any of it 😀

[@jenniesmith16]

@@beginneradulthockey do you wear a pelvic protector with your jill or does it come with one?

[@beginneradulthockey]

It comes with one, so yep!

[@WMWAnimations]

Ron MacLean should highlight this on HNiC, this level of grassroots instructions is so helpful for new folks in the hockey community

[@beginneradulthockey]

Thanks :)

[@WhatAreBippies]

[03:40] "They can get spendy." hahah love this.

[@davidh4131]

Great video!

[@beginneradulthockey]

Thanks!

[@gabrielidusogie9189]

just found this channel. thank you. do you have any tips for how to learn how to skate as an adult?

[@beginneradulthockey]

We have started posting some skating/hockey lessons and drills, you can find them here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKutZ6evgbOmjZo We will post more in the next couple of months. The one thing I will say though is nothing is going to get you better at skating than just getting out there and doing it, as much as you can. Go to all the open skates, go to all the stick and pucks. There is no replacement for being on the ice and getting your body used to it.

[@gabrielidusogie9189]

@@beginneradulthockey thank you. bought some 2nd hand skates and some gloves, now I just have to stop procrastinating and just skate

[@edwardd6528]

love it.

[@beginneradulthockey]

Thank you!

[@melani4237]

Thank you for this video! I was really having a hard time finding a video for us girls lol😅

[@beginneradulthockey]

Wonderful! I remember it being so difficult to find anything when I first started, I had to piece things together. Please let me know if I can help with anything else 😀 and good luck!!

[@edwardd6528]

Awesome

[@beginneradulthockey]

Thank you!

[@andersborum9267]

Consider securing/velcroing your socks after your underwear, i.e. before taking on the pants and skates, especially if you're a larger player with larger skates .. it's way easier to pull down/up your socks before getting your skates on, and you don't end up ripping the fabric. Also consider getting shoulder pads with actual protection of the shoulders (i.e. protection that extends out over your shoulders), remember, you're usually protecting yourself from other players, as falling usually means landing on your knees or elbows.

[@beginneradulthockey]

Oh cool, great tips! Thank you!

[@michellerosebrown]

Thank you. ❤

[@beginneradulthockey]

You're welcome!

[@turasque]

Great video as always! One thiing about females and jills is I would recommend wearing a female cup because if you get hit there with a puck or stick it will hurt a lot as it is still a sensitive area.

[@KawiRider-i4x]

What about shoulder pads?

[@beginneradulthockey]

I included shoulder pads - I call it a chest protector in the video (I’m pretty sure). I did take the actual shoulder pads off mine…it’s just a preference…but your shoulder pads and chest protector are one in the same.

[@Christina-vq7ih]

Mind if I ask where you’re from? I’ve never heard of hockey pants referred to as breezers. Also, I started playing shinny this year and I think most of us wear leggings under our gear :)

[@beginneradulthockey]

I am from the western US. I have never heard of them as hockey pants! :) May I ask where you are from?

[@Christina-vq7ih]

I’m from Canada (Alberta) north of Montana/Idaho, I also lived in Manitoba (also Canada) north of North Dakota. And I had to ask my husband what he calls them and he also said “hockey pants” and looked at me sideways for asking lol. But now I want to know if there are any other common names for hockey pants/breezers?!

[@olaveriksen7389]

Who takes off the shoulder on the sholderpads, plus gloves are on of the things u go trough pretty quick, if you invest in some good skates they will hold a meny meny years

[@beginneradulthockey]

I know, I am weird. But I know so many people who don't wear should pads at all - so I figured it was a good compromise :)

[@Alex_Ascencio]

😍

[@beginneradulthockey]

:)

[@structurednoodle]

Is it realistic for a woman like me, who is 5'2 and almost 100 pounds, to play and enjoy hockey?

[@St.PatricksTrades2]

hey there, life long goalie here, I currently play in a co-ed beer league. one of the best players I play with currently is a lass about 5'2 maybe 110. I dont mean shes good for being a girl, I just mean flat out good, makes full grown dudes look silly regularly, she can skate, has hands, and can rip a puck. Another one in a slower division is about 4'10 90lbs. She goes out and has a blast, and everyones cool. and how could i forget, my current team captain, also in or around your size, and she puts in work out there too. All this to tell you, from a few years of experience now that its totally realistic, the game is for everyone, and we'd love to have you out there!

[@beginneradulthockey]

Absolutely! I have at least a few friends who are that height and weight, they have just as much fun as everyone else. Everyone is always respectful as well (at least from what I have seen). It is a sport that does not discriminate on size, unless you are in the NHL of course :) Let us know how it goes!

[@beginneradulthockey]

That is amazing support! Thanks for the comment :)

[@andersborum9267]

I'm a team captain for a recreational team here in Denmark (we're about 40 people on the team of all levels, some having played for 20 years, some just starting out, some being small, some large ..), and you should just go for it. We're always open to beginners, obviously having an A and B group of players when matching up with other teams or participating in cups, but the point is - there's room for everybody. In rec hockey we're all taking precautions on the ice, giving space to those that need it, and less so for those that don't (i.e. playing more physical with those that are up for it). Learn to skate, then work on stick/puck, in that order. You'll be fine :)