Buying Guides
Browse our collection of buying guides to help you find the best sports equipment for your needs.
Best Warrior Hockey Sticks
Warrior offers a wide range of sticks, from the high-performance Alpha series to the more affordable Rise series. We collaborate with players and gear experts to review each stick based on weight (fast handling vs. power), response (how quickly the stick flexes and releases energy), and feel (how comfortable the stick feels in the hands). Rankings are updated weekly based on SidelineSwap sales data.
Best True Hockey Sticks
True offers a wide range of sticks, from the versatile Catalyst series to the performance-oriented HZRDUS. We collaborate with players and gear experts to review each stick based on weight (fast handling vs. power), response (how quickly the stick flexes and releases energy), and feel (how comfortable the stick feels in the hands). Rankings are updated weekly based on SidelineSwap sales data.
Best Youth Hockey Sticks
Our youth hockey stick reviews are here to help you find the perfect stick to ignite your child's passion for the game. We collaborate with players and gear experts to review each stick based on weight (fast handling vs. power), response (how quickly the stick flexes and releases energy), and feel (how comfortable the stick feels in the hands). Rankings are updated weekly based on SidelineSwap sales data.
Best Junior Hockey Sticks
If you're between the ages of 7 and 13, then these hockey sticks are for you. Our youth stick reviews are designed to help you weigh tradeoffs to find the best fit. We collaborate with players and gear experts to review each stick based on weight (fast handling vs. power), response (how quickly the stick flexes and releases energy), and feel (how comfortable the stick feels in the hands). Rankings are updated weekly based on SidelineSwap sales data.
Best Intermediate Hockey Sticks
Intermediate hockey sticks are shorter and more flexible than senior sticks, great for players still perfecting their game. We collaborate with players and gear experts to review each stick based on weight (fast handling vs. power), response (how quickly the stick flexes and releases energy), and feel (how comfortable the stick feels in the hands). Rankings are updated weekly based on SidelineSwap sales data.
Best Senior Hockey Sticks
Senior sticks are the largest sticks available, with the longest and thickest shafts and blades. We collaborate with players and gear experts to review each stick based on weight (fast handling vs. power), response (how quickly the stick flexes and releases energy), and feel (how comfortable the stick feels in the hands). Rankings are updated weekly based on SidelineSwap sales data.
Best Bauer Hockey Skates
From entry-level to elite-level models, there's a Bauer skate for everyone. We collaborate with players and gear experts to review each skate based on durability (ability to withstand wear and tear), power (the transfer of energy from the skater's legs to the ice), and speed (capacity to propel a player to maximum speed). Rankings are updated weekly based on SidelineSwap sales data.
Best CCM Hockey Skates
Many top NHL players rely on CCM skates to enhance their game. We collaborate with players and gear experts to review each skate based on durability (ability to withstand wear and tear), power (the transfer of energy from the skater's legs to the ice), and speed (capacity to propel a player to maximum speed). Rankings are updated weekly based on SidelineSwap sales data.
Best True Hockey Skates
True Hockey is known for offering highly customizable skates and pushing the boundaries of skate design. We collaborate with players and gear experts to review each skate based on durability (ability to withstand wear and tear), power (the transfer of energy from the skater's legs to the ice), and speed (capacity to propel a player to maximum speed). Rankings are updated weekly based on SidelineSwap sales data.
Best Senior Hockey Skates
With durable, light materials and top-quality steel blades, we have the perfect Senior skate for you. We collaborate with players and gear experts to review each skate based on durability (ability to withstand wear and tear), power (the transfer of energy from the skater's legs to the ice), and speed (capacity to propel a player to maximum speed). Rankings are updated weekly based on SidelineSwap sales data.
Best Intermediate Hockey Skates
Intermediate skates are for players who have outgrown junior sizes but aren't yet ready for senior skates. We collaborate with players and gear experts to review each skate based on durability (ability to withstand wear and tear), power (the transfer of energy from the skater's legs to the ice), and speed (capacity to propel a player to maximum speed). Rankings are updated weekly based on SidelineSwap sales data.
Best Junior Hockey Skates
Watch your young hockey player take their game to new heights with the right skates. We collaborate with players and gear experts to review each skate based on durability (ability to withstand wear and tear), power (the transfer of energy from the skater's legs to the ice), and speed (capacity to propel a player to maximum speed). Rankings are updated weekly based on SidelineSwap sales data.
Best Youth Hockey Skates
Little legends need great skates. We collaborate with players and gear experts to review each skate based on durability (ability to withstand wear and tear), power (the transfer of energy from the skater's legs to the ice), and speed (capacity to propel a player to maximum speed). Rankings are updated weekly based on SidelineSwap sales data.
Best Bauer Goalie Full Sets
From the flexible Vapor pad to the stiff, straight Supreme pad, Bauer has something for all goalies. We collaborate with players and gear experts to review each set based on flexibility (how easy it is to move and adapt), slidability (the ease with which a goalie can slide across the ice), and durability (ability to withstand wear and tear). Rankings are updated weekly based on SidelineSwap sales data.
Best CCM Goalie Full Sets
Gear up with these top-selling CCM pads. We collaborate with players and gear experts to review each set based on flexibility (how easy it is to move and adapt), slidability (the ease with which a goalie can slide across the ice), and durability (ability to withstand wear and tear). Rankings are updated weekly based on SidelineSwap sales data.
Best Vaughn Goalie Full Sets
Vaughn offers a high degree of customization, perfect for goalies who know what they want. We collaborate with players and gear experts to review each set based on flexibility (how easy it is to move and adapt), slidability (the ease with which a goalie can slide across the ice), and durability (ability to withstand wear and tear). Rankings are updated weekly based on SidelineSwap sales data.
Best CCM Hockey Gloves
New year, new gear: we're here to help you find the perfect CCM gloves for the new season. We collaborate with players and gear experts to review each glove based on tapered fit (how contoured the fit is to the natural shape of the hand), comfort (how well the glove fits and feels), and protection (added features to safeguard a player's hands). Rankings are updated weekly based on SidelineSwap sales data.
Best Bauer Hockey Gloves
From Vapors to Supremes, our Bauer hockey glove reviews are designed to help you weigh tradeoffs to find the best fit. We collaborate with players and gear experts to review each glove based on tapered fit (how contoured the fit is to the natural shape of the hand), comfort (how well the glove fits and feels), and protection (added features to safeguard a player's hands). Rankings are updated weekly based on SidelineSwap sales data.
Best Warrior Hockey Gloves
Don't sleep on Warrior – they have an elite lineup of gloves for both experts and beginners. We collaborate with players and gear experts to review each glove based on tapered fit (how contoured the fit is to the natural shape of the hand), comfort (how well the glove fits and feels), and protection (added features to safeguard a player's hands). Rankings are updated weekly based on SidelineSwap sales data.
Best Junior Hockey Gloves
Our Junior hockey glove reviews are designed to help you weigh tradeoffs to find the best fit. We collaborate with players and gear experts to review each glove based on tapered fit (how contoured the fit is to the natural shape of the hand), comfort (how well the glove fits and feels), and protection (added features to safeguard a player's hands). Rankings are updated weekly based on SidelineSwap sales data.