BAUER Hockey Size Guide
Bauer size guide to buying skateboards, gloves and helmets. Proper measurement at home, size charts and tips for safe choice. Easy ordering and shipping all over the country.
Stick a page to the wall. Stand with your heel touching the wall and your foot on the page.
Mark the tip of your long finger. Measure the length in cm. Go back to the other leg and choose the longest.
Bauer's common rule: Usually an adult chooses a size that is about 1.5 less than a US men's shoe size, and a teenager about 1 less. Also check the manufacturer's chart and fit preference (tight vs. comfortable).
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Measure from the palm locator at the base of your palm to the tip of your middle finger. The length in inches is usually close to the size of the glove. For example, 13 inches≈33 cm. Check the size chart below.
gloves
Circle a tape measure from the nape of the neck through the forehead about 6 mm above the eyebrows and back to the nape of the neck. The number obtained is the circumference of the head. Match the size chart of the model.
helmets
Category ranges by shoe size US
Note: Age ranges are approximations only. Always check by foot length and match preference.
Bauer Sliders – Dimensions and Fit
Fit 1: Narrow pattern and low volume.
Fit 2: Medium format.
Fit 3: Wide pattern and high volume.
Choose the Fit according to the width and width of the foot, regardless of the series (Vapor, Supreme).
Performance Fit System Bauer
Delicate tight fit is the standard in hockey. Fingers can "cares" the bump while standing and get a slight knee flexion space.
If you're new, prefer moderate comfort over extreme snapping.
Don't change size just because of a thick sock. A thermal thin sock is usually preferable.
Tips for choosing the right skaters
Use the measurement in centimeters and compare to the size in inches. Remember that hand structure and brand can make an impact.
Tips for choosing the right gloves
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When gripping, fingertips should not be pushed into the stitch.
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Check for free range of motion on your wrist and adequate thumb pad protection.
Bauer gloves –
palm length size chartThe ranges vary slightly between models. Always check a specific model table before purchasing.
How to make sure a helmet fits correctly
• The chin strap closes comfortably and there is no free movement when the hat is gently fastened.
• The helmet sits upright. The front tip is about two fingers above the eyebrows to protect the forehead.
• Various Bauer models offer micro adjustments. Follow the table for the specific model.
common mistakes to avoid
Buy by age only instead of by measurement. Age categories are an indication and not a rule.
Choosing skaters in the size of a street shoe. You usually have to go down in size relative to the US.
Check the 1 to 1.5 rule and the dedicated pit.
Ignoring model differences in helmets. Each model has a slightly different range. Check the model table before buying.