Hockey Goal Buying Guide

What kind of hockey net do you need?

• Roller hockey nets- These are very popular styles of nets that are light enough to move easily, often feature targets or a ball return, and can be fitted with a mock goalie to sharpen your skills.
• Ice hockey nets- If you are in the fortunate position of needing an actual ice hockey net for personal use, you'll want welded loops to allow you to easily remove the net when necessary and possibly wheels to assist in moving when you're done. Regulation size is 6 feet wide by 4 feet high.
• Field hockey nets- These are much larger than regulation hockey nets, measuring 7 feet in height and 12 feet wide. Basically, we assume you know the difference between ice and field hockey, but want to be sure you don't accidentally buy a field hockey net when you want a non-ice hockey net.

The best hockey brands You won't be surprised to hear that some of the biggest names in sports gear produce reliable, tough hockey gear. You can get great skates, gloves, and assorted other gear from brands as diverse as Reebok, Nike, Koho, Jofa, and more. However, the majority of nets are provided by just a couple of brands. Franklin and Mylec are the most available brands when it comes to hockey nets and easily satisfy all consumer needs. Hockey goal materials It goes without saying that a heavy-gauge steel hockey net frame is going to last the longest. However, because of the burden of storing a hockey net and the safety concerns of a steel frame, you may want to opt for nylon or PVC frames. These excellent choices often come with folding frames, padding, and are much more affordable for casual or even regular use.

More important than the goal?

Don't dismiss the importance of hockey accessories over your basic goal. You might get more bang for your buck if you buy a slightly less expensive goal and opt instead for some great accessories like targets, ball or puck returns, and, of course, some good safety gear.