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Top 5 "Low-Kick" Hockey Sticks for 2024

With help from hockey expert, Jon Leung, who spent 10 years with two of the largest hockey retailers in the U.S. before coming to Sideline as a Trade-in Coordinator, we’ve put together a list of our five favorite low-kick hockey sticks for 2024.

Top 5 Goalie Hockey Sticks for 2024

The right goalie stick can be the difference between a shutout and a shaky performance. Like every other player on the ice, your stick should become an extension of your body, used for sprawling saves, redirects, and puck control.

Our Favorite Hockey Goalie Sets for 2024

Choosing the perfect goalie set can be daunting, especially with the vast array of options and styles on the market. Here are our favorite goalie sets for 2024, catering to different playing styles and budgets.

Top 3 Hockey Goalie Sets for a Narrow Butterfly

Goalies may prefer a narrow butterfly stance for various reasons like body type, flexibility, and playing style. Whatever the reason may be, there are pads that can keep goalies with a narrow butterfly comfortable on the ice.

Best Beginner Hockey Goalie Sets for 2024

Before we dive into the finer points of our favorite beginner goalie sets, it’s worth pointing out that it's often a good idea for beginners to shop secondhand for gear. Here's why.

Best Beginner Hockey Skates for 2024

Skating onto the ice for the first time is an exciting moment—and having the right equipment will make a huge difference in your enjoyment and development as a hockey player.

Top 5 Elite Hockey Skates for 2024

Elite hockey players know that the right skates can be the difference between a good game and a great one. In 2024, advancements in materials and technology continue to push the boundaries of performance.

The 4 Best Hockey Skates for Wide Feet

Hockey skates can cause people with wide feet a lot of trouble. When all is said and done, you want a skate that is comfortable and doesn't feel like it's squeezing the life out of your foot. Here are four recs that'll make your feet happy.

Top 5 Recreational Hockey Skates for 2024

If you're looking for a pair of skates for pond hockey or want something for ice skating with your family, buying an affordable pair of secondhand skates is a recreational player's best option. Here are our favorite recreational hockey skates for 2024.

Top 5 Youth Hockey Skates for 2024

If your kid loves hockey, they'll have plenty of time to figure out what they like and don't like, and you'll have plenty of time to browse new, expensive gear. But at the beginning of their hockey journey, it's worth exploring affordable, lightly used essentials for their kit.