To buy the proper hockey gloves, you must first find your size by measuring from the base of your palm to the tip of your middle finger and doubling that number . For example, a 7-inch hand measurement typically requires a 14-inch glove. 1. Choose Your Fit Profile
Manufacturers offer three primary fit styles to match player preferences: Tapered Fit (e.g., Bauer Vapor Go to product viewer dialog for this item. how to buy hockey gloves
): A classic, high-volume design that is loose and boxy from the fingers to the wrist. 2. Verify the Fit (The "Five-Point Check") To buy the proper hockey gloves, you must
A proper piece of equipment must protect without hindering movement. Use this checklist from XbotGo: How to Size a Hockey Glove Choose Your Fit Profile Manufacturers offer three primary
): Form-fitting throughout the entire hand with minimal negative space for maximum responsiveness. Traditional/Four-Roll Fit (e.g., Go to product viewer dialog for this item.
): Snug in the fingers and backhand but flares out at the cuff for maximum wrist mobility. Anatomical/Contoured Fit (e.g., Bauer Supreme Go to product viewer dialog for this item.