20 Best Field Hockey Shin Guards (2023 Updated)

My daughter is a novice, but so far so good! She is 10 and average height and weight and they fit perfectly.

I ordered the STX reversible shin guards for my 11 year old daughter, I ordered an adult size. These didn”t even fit my forearm! So unbelievably SMALL!

I bought this for my 7 year old (2nd grade) daughter who wears size Large girl’s youth clothing. She’s 51 inches (4′ 3″) and weights about 70 lbs. It fits her really well. She finds it comfortable and easy to put on and take off.

Bought these for my 12 yr. old who outgrew his youth equipment and is ready for “intermediate” equip. I knew they would be a little too big but I thought the advertised adjustability would do. Unfortunately, the only thing movable on these leg guards is the knee pad.

The video showing the adjustable shin pad and the mention of a detachable/adjustable toe cap isn’t correct. Maybe we received a prior year model, but the toe cap is sewn on and has no adjustability. and it is very long.

Other manufacturers 15. 5″ models fit him fine but these are too bulky for him right now. The long toe cap and upper thigh guard need to be removable for these intermediate ages. These pads are also advertised as “intermediate” but labeled ” Adult 15.

5″ “. I am not sure if that’s part of the problem. Nice leg guards but a little too large for kids transitioning from youth equipment.

These are good leg guards. Would like to point out though that there is a big size difference between the Easton youth size we had. They are both noticeably wider and longer, so if the youth size fits just right and you are looking for a new set thinking your child will grow into it, chances are these will be a little too big initially.

Bought these to help a friend get better mechanics and velo pitching. I’m a center fielder at heart and am in no way a catcher but these are very comfortable. Haven’t caught since little league but find nothing to complain about with these.

Solid price and great fit for a 5’7” 165lbs guy. Definitely would recommend at the price point for sure!.

I bought these a month ago for my daughter. She’s playing high school field hockey and some games get rough! These shin guards are the BEST!

Bought these and the matching STX socks. My daughter loves them both!!!

I have been playing soccer for 5 years, and every week seem to get kicked on areas of leg and ankles that shin guards don”t cover. These shin guards cover them all!! I can still run, play, etc. and now don”t have to worry about black and blue ankles!! Love them!!.

My daughter is 12, she stands 5. 4 and yet only weighs 90 pounds. She’s a string bean. Because of her height, I bought the “adult” size. She couldn’t get them on!!! They are extremely tight and uncomfortable.

They wouldn’t even slide on her ARM! I do not recommend these what-so-ever. Kids need to be ready at the snap of a finger, before a game. and these guards are a huge struggle!!! We returned them and purchased the more solid “pop on” guards from Grays!!!!.

I did a very scientific test. I put them on then hit them with my loafer. It did not take much impact to be painful. I put my Adidas shin guard on one leg and hit it. No pain. I put both adidas shin guards on and went out to play.

I really wanted to like these. The NOCSAE approval got me to buy them against my feeling that the design could not be effective (the form does not look like it supports impact distribution, my test confirmed the initial impression).

The G-Form Blade shin guards are an awesome product! They are super light weight as well as comfortable!I completely understand why a lot of Professional Footballers are using them now and have switched from the old style slip in guard.

I love how they wrap around your leg and the flexibility they provide. It’s as if you have a custom shin guard on! As a person who has played from age 2 1/2 to now 47 years old, this is one advancement in the game that is 100% worth it.

Well done to G-Form for creating the Blade shin guard!.

We now have three sets of the G-FORM Pro-S shin guards. One for each of our boys. We also have the original version with the built-in sleeve but, those became troublesome to remove once hot and sweaty.

This latest version, without the sleeve, is ideal. They have used many styles of shin guards over the years. This is the only pair that has received no complaints whatsoever and is loved by all three boys.

My daughter really likes these. She previously wore the hard, plastic, wraparound shin guards. They didn’t fit well. She prefers these because the do contour. They cover her ankles more. I’m honestly surprised that they stay up on her legs.

She’s really tall and thin.

I had an earlier version of these shin guards, which began to tear almost immediately and only lasted 2 seasons of tournament softball and that was just because I refused to buy new ones so soon. However, with these, I like the new style and the way the material seems to be ‘welded’ to itself; I think these will last much better.

The first time I wore these, they were extremely, uncomfortably, tight – as others have mentioned. However, I now have played 19 games and the elastic @ the top has loosened up enough so I don”t feel constricted.

Can”t say how these are for lacrosse, but definitely great for playing softball!.

They do a great job protecting the shins, and they’re flexible enough that they don’t restrict movement. Because of how the fabric wraps around your calves, they can get a little hot in warm weather.

But overall, they’re great.

I bought the gear for my daughter. She didn’t like the fit at all. I tried to return it, the same week my father passed away. I accidentally put a return shipping label from a different company on the box.

Now that company can’t find my shipment. So I bought $300 worth of catchers gear from you that I can’t return to you. I don’t have the gear, I don’t have the money, and I had to spend another $300 to buy a different brand of gear.

My daughter is a new goalie, so she is using her body to block shots as much as her stick. These shin guards really help and protect her too. They are a little taller than the soft versions. They do take a minute to break in or get used to, but have been great otherwise.

I needed to get a new set of shin guards to replace my old STX Ricochet shin guards. The Valors looked to be the latest version. I am 6”4′, 41, and 298lbs. So I needed ones that would be long enough to cover my leg.

They do the job it minimizing the sting from those hard shots to the shin. I read the reviews and have some quick fixes for the issues some have. As for the bumps on the inside. I wear a compression sock, so the ‘uncomfortable bumps’ were unnoticeable.

As for the bow legged issue. I use the left guard on my right leg. My only issue was,that due to the box it was shipped in, the shin guards got compressed into a box a bit too small. So once I got them, I had to open them up so they could fit around my leg.

So ship them in the box next size up.

Excellent product. Easy on and off but is securely attached to the athlete when in use. Full protection. Not heavy. We use them for girls 3/4th grade, 7/8th grade and Varsity. All goalies are very active out of the goal circle and never have had an issue with these shin guards.

Other types are either loose or you have to remove cleats to put them on. Wish they cost a little less.

I have been using these T3 Shin Guards for about a year now. Still totally impressed! The high density foam has proven to protect my shins from rigorous impact during training. Perhaps the most noticeable feature to me is that the velcro straps and the elastic strap are still in perfect working order.

More often than not, shins guard have to be disposed of due to the straps wearing out or the velcro wearing off. This is not the case here. The T3 Shin Guard are holding up to the test for sure! They are also aesthetically appealing.

I have the T3 Gloves to match in both 16oz and 12oz and I have to say, they were meant to be together! On a serious note the materials and construction and fit are superior in my opinion. Super lightweight but strong material made to take punishment so that your shins don’t have to.

The straps aren’t too long as I have found other straps on other shin guards to be. Therefore, you won’t have to worry about them coming undone or spinning around when defending kicks. The material on the interior of these shin guards also helps to keep them in place during impact and it also does a great job at wicking away sweat and keeping your shin guard from smelling gross.

Of course, you have to have good hygiene practices and clean them regularly as you would anything that you put close to your body. I highly recommend and I will be purchasing more in the future. You deserve the best, so get the best!.

The product is manufactured with quality and user safety in mind. These products will be our first-line gear from now on. I have always admired Hayabusa, but was reluctant to make the purchase due to its price.

I felt the price triumphed the quality of the product. That’s not the case here. The quality exceeds the listed price. I will not hesitate to purchase anything Hayabusa supplies when it comes to the price.

Thank you Hayabusa for helping a small business like mine own the big gyms brand. Peace, Jeff Bordelon,D. B. A. Lion’s Den Kickboxing & Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

This gear is excellent and exciting. I have never purchased gear before so I only used old gear , so this is my first set of gloves. I got all the protective geared I felt I need to prevent injuring myself and training partners, and I got lucky with the sale so everything is a matching set.

You can fully open the straps and take the inner velcro out of the secure loop to let the gear air out well and clean after use.

They are so comfortable and never have to worry about them sliding up. So worth the price that ive bought two pairs. If your thinking about buying a pair, make the switch and try it out for yourself

These are the most comfortable shin guards I have ever worn. I like that they don’t feel bulky, but do the job of protecting my shins. These are definitely my go- to shin guards from now on.

Great product! My 12 yr old daughter loves these and she won’t go back to traditional shin guards. She plays center back and has had plenty of contact to test the protection without any injuries.

Bought adult size of this for my daughter. She is 5ft at 125 lbs. She has thicker calves, they were very tight. Had to purchase other’s online from a different company to fit her comfortably. Great quality but is definitely meant for slimmer women.

Exactly the color needed. They are sleeves. Not much more you can say. They work as intended.

Second pair of shin guard covers. First one eventually got holes but been using them all year long.

I blocked a shot on the inside of my shin which was kind of hard but nothing special. It hit just next to where the cheap plastic on the front ends and there’s just regular padding. It resulted in a fracture.

The thin plastic on the front is junk and I feel shots a lot more than I do with any other shin guards I’ve had. The protection doesn’t go around far enough and is basically non existent in the back.

If you’re a defensemen do not even consider this. If you’re a forward who almost never takes pucks off your shin guards and just want something lightweight these are for you.

These are the best shin guards I’ve ever had in the over 25 years I’ve been playing hockey. They’re light enough to not change my stride or speed on the ice, but so well built that they protect my legs extremely well.

The construction is up-to-date and each guard is specifically molded with a slight bend to fit on my leg comfortably. Plus, there is a padded liner on the inside of the guards that cater to the natural shape of my shins which makes the fit perfect and soft.

You can also peel the inner padded lining if you want to throw it in the washer or help with airing them out after ice time.

These are light, comfortable and fit you leg well. The only problem is a lack of rear protection. There is about 2 inches of exposed calf for me since it doesn’t wrap all the way around even though I don’t have particularly big calves.

It’s what you get for the lightweight aspect and as long as you’re blocking shots the correct way from the front you are fine. Worth it for any forward or defenseman who is good at making sure they’re facing shots.

Returning to hockey after 10 years, I needed some new equipment. I bought these because they were cheap and felt good when I tried them on (sitting down). Once I tried them on with skates, I found that the knee pocket is pretty deep so the top of the knee guard always has pressure on my leg.

Tried on some more expensive options, and ended up buying a higher end shin guard. These will be returned.

Replaced a pair of Easton Synergy guards after a knee cap split on one. These stay tighter to my legs and don’t slide down as often as the Easton set did. Noticeably more padding when I take a fall. After 3 games they are holding up well.

They still do slip some preventing a 5 star.

Great fit and coverage. Very suitable for beer league players that won’t be blocking shots. Not bulky at all and offers great mobility.

I upgraded from an old pair of RBZ series and the difference is night and day. The feel around the knee and the superior protection on every inch is noticeable especially after I took a few hard shots to the shin.

Try them on before you purchase! I had to take a larger size back, but that process was super seamless. I’m really happy with my purchase and they appear to be holding up to several skates a week.

I’ve used these shins for less than 6 months, skating 2-3 times a week, and they felt great to start, but have really fallen apart quickly. The stitching on the sides of the kneecaps was the first to go after about 2 months, but the pads still held their shape so I didn’t get too upset.

But this week, I took a shot to the kneecap (I don’t play high level, nobody is ripping clappers at 90mph) and found a nice 2″ crack in the molded kneecap when I was undressing after the game. I really wanted to like these shins, but the durability just wasn’t there.

I had hoped for more from the pro level gear.

My bantam daughter is coming from the x800 lite with a cracked knee in the pad. This new shin pad is lighter with substantially more padding in the liner. While fit wise they are very close, the 3X Pro is much less bulky.

The knee is deep and the pad stays in place. The only advantage the x800 has is the free flex zone at the bottom which might be useful if you go shin over tongue. Since my daughter tucks that difference is meaningless.

She did not feel much difference in fit vs the 3X and went with the Pro for better padding/protection. Good job Bauer.

These things are amazing! I’ve been a Bauer/Jofa guy for, like, EVER (yeah, I’m old, if you know Jofa, you already guessed that) and was really hesitant to try these. After visiting the store, getting my hands on every shin pad they have, these were by far the most protective/flexible/light pads in the place.

Now more than a dozen games in, no regrets. Absolutely none. Have taken shots on the side/back of my legs and barely felt anything. Buy with confidence!.

Great lightweight shin guard. With the design of the calf wrap, two straps merging into one, these shin guards really lock down to reduce any movement so that they don’t twist out of position when taking a spill on the ice.

I can’t tell you how many times my sons CCM super tacs moved out of position when falling causing him to hit his knee on the ice. Don’t have that problem with these shin guards.

My daughter needed new shin pads and we didn’t have the next size up for her. We found these on sale and she liked how they fit her. She has used them on the ice and is very happy with the way they strap and stay tight to her legs.

Great shin guards. Most the kids shin guards were too bulky and prevented easy movement of the leg. Saw a great improvement in my sons skating after switching to these

Everything you expect in a great shinpad. Fit well, have great padding and do not interfere with skates at the bottom. Good padding all around, would give five stars but the calf wrap pad needs to be longer.

The velcro is adjustable (good) but the pad flap itself needs to be longer to protect the back of the calf. Other than that minor issue, these are perfect.

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My kids love them. They are soft and comfortable. They forget they have them on. They contour to their shins and flex so they do not press into the shin. When hit, they go solid. Truly amazing technology.

They are not cheap, but so far, seem to be great.

Very tight fit. Does not work as advertised. Level of protection is far less than a hard shell shin guard. When I tried for a refund I was told I would be charged to return.

I bought a pair for my son 3 years ago. They are easy to slip on and off, and during his game, there is no messing with shin guards. We had to buy a bigger size and chose to go with the G force shin guards.

First and foremost: Bauer makes a great product. They are a leader in hockey equipment for a reason. These shin pads are comfortable and really do the job well. when they’re wrapped properly against your leg; which may take some adjusting to how you tape them.

Something to note for bigger players: The padding on the sides of the knee is pretty thick, which is great if you’re a defender and catch a blocked shot there. (Could save your knee!) But! if you have thick legs and girthier knees, it could affect your ability to put your knees/legs together during skating.

For the price and the quality, I think these are solid and a great entry pair of shin guards. Just make sure to wear them both on your legs before you buy them, to make sure you have the clearance you need.

They should be in most Pure Hockey stores.

Not for me. These pads offer incredible protection but they are also quite bulky. I get it, more protection means more padding, but they may be perfect for you. I was interested in these originally because there is a flexible pad that hangs just below the pad around your skate laces which I love.

Unfortunately Bauer removed this feature from the vapor line and the supreme line is the only one that has it now.

I was using TotalOne NXG until one evening I’ve arrived to a game with only one shin guard in my bag. Went to a store at the rink and bought these in the same size without proper fitting because game was about to start and I was thinking that sizing for Supreme line should be consistent.

These are more protective, bulkier, heavier (not an issue for me) but slightly shorter. I ended up giving these to a friend of mine and went back to my old shin guards.

I bought these 6 months ago at Pure Hockey for $120. I play pick up hockey 4 times a week and I play defense! When I was younger I played a year and half of Division III hockey. I have played for the past 40 + years.

These shin guards are comfortable and protect well when blocking shots! However, there are times when players drop to both knees. I have never gotten hurt when I have done this in the past. Unfortunately, I have done this about 3 times in the last 6 months and each time I hurt my knees!! I had better protection with old Jofa shin guards from PLAY IT AGAIN SPORTS for $30!! Now I have to either sell these on EBAY or Craigslist or buy knee pads to wear underneath them! I am very disappointed.

Brought these to replace a pair of vapor x80s thinking they would be more protective while being lighter. Unfortunately, they seemed to have less protection. The calf wrap did not wrap as far around the calf as the 80s and the exterior knee pad was significantly smaller.

i also missed the flexible cuff at the bottom as of the pad as I wear my pads outside my skates. I returned them and continue to enjoy the 80s.

I bought these just before Covid lockdowns so I didn’t get to try them much. Used them 4 times now since reopening and these guards are brutal. The knee cap has a big ridge beneath it that nails your knee in the funny bone if you fall on it.

Two falls on my right knee last game and I was in pain. The straps are terrible and have cut my leg. To cap it off these guards destroy your hockey socks tearing holes each game. What a rip off hockey equipment has become.