Gear up your player
right from day one.
No guesswork.
Hockey gear is overwhelming — especially when you’re buying it for the first time. We break it all down by age and level, then show you the lowest live price across 4 retailers so your player gets the right gear without overpaying.
What does your player need?
Every age group needs different gear. Pick your player’s level and we’ll walk you through exactly what to buy, what to skip, and where to find the best price.
First time on the ice
Everything a first-year player needs — from helmet to skates — sized right and priced for parents who aren’t sure where to start.
- Full equipment list for new players
- Sizing guide by age & height
- Budget-friendly picks that still perform
- Live price comparison — 4 retailers
Stepping up their game
Your player has a season or two under their belt. Time to upgrade to gear that fits their growing skills — and growing feet.
- What to upgrade vs. what to keep
- Stick flex & sizing explained
- Position-specific recommendations
- Live price comparison — 4 retailers
What parents are buying this season
The most-viewed gear on the site. Click any card to compare prices live across all four retailers.
Sticks · Senior
Bauer Vapor Hyperlite 2
Junior sizes available
Bauer’s lightest line. The junior version is a go-to for growing players who want real performance without pro-stick prices.
Sticks · Senior
CCM Jetspeed FT8 Pro
Junior sizes available
CCM’s current flagship — also available in junior sizing for serious young players who want the same feel as the pros use.
Skates · Senior
Bauer Vapor Hyperlite 2
Junior sizes available
The Vapor fit is ideal for narrower feet — great for younger players. Powerfly Holder, asymmetrical toe cap.
From confused to fully geared up.
Three steps. No hockey knowledge required.
Read the guide for your age group
Our beginner guides explain every piece of equipment, what it does, how to size it, and what to expect to spend — in plain language.
Find the right gear, not the most expensive
We recommend the best option at every price point — entry-level gear that holds up through a full season, and upgrades when your player is ready.
Compare prices. Pay less.
Every product page shows live prices across Pure Hockey, Hockey Monkey, Amazon, and Ice Warehouse. The lowest in-stock price is always highlighted.