Hockey players wear a ton of equipment to protect themselves from body contact, flying pucks, and all the bumps and bruises that come with on-ice action. All that equipment obviously needs to be transported to and from games and practices, and that’s where hockey bags come in. While not the most exciting piece of gear, hockey bags serve an important purpose for every player so you want to make sure you’ve got a sturdy bag that you can rely on.
Most players opt for new hockey bags simply because that will guarantee both cleanliness and durability, but there’s nothing wrong with buying a used bag either. When looking at used bags you’ll want to ensure that there are no holes or rips in the bag as these can expand and render the entire bag useless.
Hockey players come in different shapes and sizes, and so too do their hockey bags. When shopping for a bag you should make sure that you are buying the right size for the player.
Hockey bag sizes are generally broken up into five categories:
Senior bags are 36 inches and up, intermediate bags fall somewhere between 32-36 inches, junior bags are 30-32 inches, and youth bags will be anything smaller than that. Goalie bags will be the biggest, of course, at around 42 inches.
Along with sizing, you’ll also want to consider other features when shopping for a hockey bag. None of these features are mandatory but some of them may enhance your experience depending on your wants and needs.
Wheels
Some hockey bags come with wheels on the bottom, allowing you to wheel the bag around instead of having to carry it over the shoulder. This can be especially useful for younger, smaller players who may not yet have the strength to carry a bag on their own.
Exterior Pockets
Some hockey bags feature an exterior pocket that can be used to store small items like tape, wax, sharpening stones, pucks, or other necessities.
Interior Compartments
You can also find bags with large interior compartments, normally used to store skates or helmets.
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