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| It is recommended that all players wear a HECC and CSA certified helmet, characterized by an approval sticker. A helmet should fit snug yet comfortable to maximize protection. Measurements for Helmet or Mask - To properly fit a helmet, one must measure in inches the circumference of his or her head approx. 1" above the eye brows. This circumference will aid in the proper sizing of the helmet. |
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| Sizing Chart for Player & Goalie Helmets |
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| Hat size |
Head Circumference |
Helmet Size |
| 6 ½ - 7 1/8 |
20.5 – 22.5 |
Small |
| 6 7/8 – 7 ½ |
21.5 – 23.5 |
Medium |
| 7 1/8 – 8 3/4 |
22.5 – 24.0 |
Large |
| 7 ¾ - 8 ¼ |
24.5 – 26.5 |
X-Large |
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What is a “cat eye” cage? (For Goal Cages/Helmets)
ANSWER : (1). A cat eye cage is designed to give goaltenders a greater field of vision, (2) By opening up the area around the eyes, goaltenders have an unimpeded view of the puck, (3) Because the eyes become somewhat exposed there is an increased risk when using this cage. |
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| Therefore, cat eye cages are not HECC certified and cannot be worn by youth goaltenders. |
 Example of cat eye cage |
 Example of standard cage |
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| What does HECC certified mean? ANSWER : (1) HECC stands for Hockey Equipment Certification Council, (2) All HECC certified products are tested for performance to nationally recognized test standards by an independent testing organization. Each product is tested to a specification written around minimum performance criteria for the product type, (3) The specifications used for testing are chosen and adopted by the HECC board, (4) All HECC certified products (most commonly found on hockey helmets) will be labeled with the following symbols: |
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| Please note that all of the above sizing is a Reference Only , TheHockeyDepot.com cannot assume any responsibility for accurate sizing. The sizing charts are a guide only . Ordering of equipment is at the Customers discretion and will not hold Thehockeydepot.com or any of our affiliate companies liable for any wrong sizes ordered, any injury due to faulty equipment or any other problem that could arise from playing inline or ice hockey and ordering equipment from Thehockeydepot.com or any of our Affiliate companies |
