Elbow pads are a critical component of any hockey equipment set. Elbow pads help protect your elbows from the impacts of hitting the ice, boards, or other players' sticks. The width of the pad is also important because it will help distribute impact over a larger area and avoid pressure points on your arms.
Hockey elbow pads should fit closely around the entire arm with no gaps. The elbow cup should be centered over your elbow joint and cover your biceps muscle completely. Measure from the top of the glove to the start of the shoulder pad. Match with the chart below.
Pad Size
Arm Measurement
Youth
7"-9"
Junior - Small
9"-11"
Junior - Medium
10"-11"
Junior - Large
10"-12"
Senior - Small
12"-13"
Senior - Medium
13"-14"
Senior - Large
14"-15"
Senior - Extra Large
15"+
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✔️ There are no rips, tears, or cracks on the exterior of the hockey elbow pads.
✔️ All interior padding is intact and in good condition.
✔️ The interior shell is not exposed.
✔️ The bicep protection is firmly connected.
✔️ All straps and buckles are intact, functional, and working properly.
✔️ Any velcro straps are not stretched.
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