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Of course we all command our children to air out their gear after each use, but it doesn't always get done. I try to wash all equipment every other month (more if it smells bad). There is a laundrymat on Rte. 18 in Whitman that has a huge front loading machine and no attendant to get mad. I wash everything except for helmet and skates (even goalie gloves) with Purex in warm water. I spray the helmet and skates with Fabreeze anti-bacterial (which I am told is just watered down rubbing alcohol in a fancy bottle). I let it air dry.
I also make Joe wear clean Underarmour (he uses pants shirts, and liner gloves) to cut down on the bacteria and sweat. The gloves are my greatest insistance, as the goalie gloves often stay wet for days on end, and I can't stand the smell of hockey hands. He actually says he likes the liner gloves, but he will not use them when he skates out - his skater hockey gloves are tighter.
Good luck! Linda
Why is hockey equipment so expensive? Why do kids "need" $300 skates and $150 sticks? What do they really need - where should you spend more money (say a helmet) and where should you try to get by with the less expensive items (bags, apparel). What is essential? Which gear is typically the best value - and where do you buy it? Is used equipment safe? What do people think?
The Sport-About shop owner, at Bridgewater Ice Arena (in Bridewater, MA), has always suggested parents spend their money on the top and the bottom. In other words, you want to be sure to get a good helmet, mask and skates.
I use a front load washer as well. It works. I also stumbled upon a product called ODOR~AID, Sports Equipment Spray. After every practice and game, we spray the helmet, gloves and equipment, then Air Dry. It seems to help in between washing.
Thanks for the tip on the glove liners! They are a huge challenge. The spray has been helping, as well.
SharMac
Hanson, MA
Here are some sites on where you can find the ODOR-AID and a description about the product. I did purchase my first bottle at the skating rink in Pembroke, MA.
www.inlinewarehouse.com (cheapest)
www.totalhockey.net
www.epuck.com
Purpose
Use Odor-Aid Sports Equipment Spray on any type of athletic equipment and beyond. This disinfectant is specially designed to kill bacteria and germs that cause infections and odors. Odor-Aid can also be used in the locker room, on gym equipment and is suitable for killing bacteria on many fiberglass, metal, plastic and vinyl surfaces.
Bacterial fighting properties
Odor-Aid is bactericidal according to the current AOAC Use Dilution Test Method; Fungicidal according to the AOAC Fungicidal Test Method; and virucidal according to the virucidal qualification modified in the presence of 5% organic serum against:
Bacteria:
* Psedamonas aeruginosa (pseudomonas)
* Staphylococcus aureus (Staph)
* Salmonella choleraeusuis (Salmonella)
* Staphylococcus aureus Multi Drug Resistant
* Staphylococcus aureus – Vancomycin
* Intermedate Resistant (VISA)
* Strepococcus pyogenes (strep)
* Vibrio cholerae
Viruses:
* Herpes Simplex VirusTypes 1&2 (Herpes)
* Influenza Type A / Brazil (Influenza)
* Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
* Vaccinia (Pox Virus)
* Avian Influenza
Fungi:
* Trichophyton mentagrophytes (Athlete’s Foot Fungus)
* Asperigillus niger
Product-Use
For fungicidal activity: Disinfectant is an effective one-step fungicide against Trichophyton mentagrophytes when used on surfaces in areas such as locker rooms, dressing rooms and exercise facilities.
For mold or mildew: Repeat treatment every 7 days or more often if new growth appears.
Do not use on utensils, glassware or dishes.
SharMac
Hanson, MA
I went to wash the equipment after a game on Saturday and I remembered reading if you put vinegar in the wash it removes odors. So I poured some vinegar on all the hockey equipment, including the gloves! I added some detergent and started the washer. The odor is gone! Even in the gloves! Good ole' vinegar! It works! Okay, so we know the odor will be back shortly most likely from one practice, especially if it's Coach Chic's but hey it smells good for now!
SharMac
Hanson, MA
Something struck me as I watched my team's practice the other night, in that a lot of my young teenaged players are experiencing growth spurts right now. What makes this appropriate here is the fact that those kids who are getting taller are also out-growing their equipment. Suddenly, their gloves look like mittens, and there are large unprotected gaps between their pants and shinguards. And, that's just the gear that's on the outside and obvious. So, a word to the wise... Check that equipment often as your youngster grows.
I have a son who now plays in the juniors and a daughter in ringette, who won provincials. I share this to let you know that I know and have dealt with hockey equipment for a long time.
Approximately 2 years ago I was introduced to a natural, anti-microbial, volcanic mineral that absorbs moisture and odour.
In testing of the mineral, we found that it would COMPLETELY REMOVE the smell for hockey equipment - especially gloves and skates. In further testing we have found that it dries skates in 4-5 hours, which is wonderful for tournaments. Best of all it is completely natural, food grade safe and you can renew it, so you will use it for years.
After the testing, we (my kids and I) created SportzGemz. We launched the product last fall and have sold more than 5,000 pieces to date.
We offer a money back guarantee and when used properly, SportzGemz will remove all the smell from the equipment. If you start will new equipment, you will ensure that the smell doesn't accumluate. If the equipment is older, SportzGemz will take a while to work, but they will work. We recommend that you use one bag (which contains 3 pouches) for kid size equipment and 2 bags (6 pouches) for teen, adult and used equipment.
Sportzgemz is the website and you can order online. There is a list of retail locations on the site and if you live in the Vancouver area, please call me directly.
Cool article as for me. It would be great to read more about that matter. The only thing it would also be great to see here is a photo of any jammer.
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