Shoulder pads, or shoulder protection, are designed to protect your shoulders, upper arms, ribcage, and collarbones without restricting your mobility while playing ice hockey. We offer shoulder pads for kids, juniors, and seniors from brands like Bauer, CCM, and Warrior. Here are our top tips to help you make the right choice!

Typically, hockey shoulder pads are pulled over your head and consist mainly of two shoulder caps that protect your shoulders and upper arms. They also feature reinforcements across the chest to protect your ribs, as well as additional padding over the shoulders and upper back.

How should shoulder pads fit?
It's essential that the shoulder pads fit snugly around your shoulders and cover the entire chest area. You can adjust the fit using straps that run from the back and fasten at the front with Velcro. There are also similar straps that tighten around your biceps to ensure the protection stays securely in place on your upper arms.

Modern shoulder pads are much more streamlined and less bulky than they used to be, with slim shoulder caps that provide full range of motion. At Hockeystore, you’ll find shoulder pads from brands like CCM, Bauer, and Warrior, available in various sizes and suitable for different skill levels.

Shoulder pads size guide
If you're unsure about which size to choose, compare the circumference of your chest with the size chart available on the product page. Be sure to measure as high up on your chest as possible (under the arms) at the widest part.