Archive for the 'Hockey' Category

Has anyone ever checked ice hockey equipment onto a plane as sports equipment?

Friday, December 11th, 2009

hawkgirl1088 asked: I need to take my hockey gear on a plane with me. My airline keeps saying that if all the equipment is contained in a bag they will accept it free of charge as my sport equipment allowance. However all my pads, helmet and skates are in one bag and I have a [...]

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Why must Hockey players buy all their own equipment, unlike other sports where most equipment is provided?

Thursday, November 12th, 2009

al c asked: Buying all your own equipment in hockey makes the game too expensive for a lot of people to play. Other sports, which require a lot of equipment, are usually provided to players. Football players at all levels are given most required equipment (except cleats) to use for the season and [...]

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Where can I shop for hockey equipment in Niagara Falls?

Tuesday, November 10th, 2009

Josherrrrrific asked: I live in Niagara Falls NY and I need to buy some new hockey equipment. I know theres ***** Sporting Goods, Great Skate, and some pro shops here and there. Any other stores that I’m not aware of? I don’t think it would cheaper to shop in Canada just because of the exchange [...]

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