Ice Hockey Equipment Market Report 2026

The ice hockey equipment market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $1.71 billion in 2025 to $1.79 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing popularity of ice hockey globally, rise in professional leagues and tournaments, adoption of traditional protective equipment, growth of youth hockey programs, development of ice hockey infrastructure.

The ice hockey equipment market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $2.18 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to integration of smart technologies in equipment, demand for sustainable and recyclable materials, growth in online sports retail, rise in female participation in ice hockey, innovations in wearable safety devices. Major trends in the forecast period include smart protective gear integration, eco-friendly equipment materials, advanced performance analytics, connected training systems, wearable sensors for injury prevention.

The growing involvement of individuals in recreational sports is anticipated to drive the expansion of the ice hockey equipment market in the coming years. Recreational sports are physical activities or games that people engage in for leisure, enjoyment, and personal wellbeing rather than professional competition. The increase in recreational sports participation is fueled by rising public interest in fitness, wellness, and outdoor activities, along with support from government initiatives and sports organizations that encourage active lifestyles and community engagement. Ice hockey equipment facilitates recreational sports by offering essential protective gear, sticks, skates, and accessories that improve player safety, comfort, and performance, enabling safe participation. For example, in February 2024, according to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA), a US-based sports association, 242 million Americans, or 78.8% of Americans aged six and older, took part in at least one sport, fitness, or outdoor activity, representing a 2.2% increase from 2022, marking the highest participation level recorded and indicating continued growth in recreational sports engagement. Consequently, the rising involvement in recreational sports is contributing to the growth of the ice hockey equipment market.

Companies in the ice hockey equipment market are focusing on product development and launches, introducing items such as flexible protective devices to sustain their market positions. G8Rtech, Inc., a specialized protective equipment company, unveiled G8Rskin Ice in November 2023. Functioning as a balaclava-such as shell worn under sports helmets, G8Rskin Ice is designed to significantly reduce the risk of injuries, particularly concussions and lacerations, in hockey players. With rigorous testing at the Virginia Tech Helmet Lab, G8Rskin Ice demonstrated notable success in reducing the risk of concussions and peak acceleration values, contributing to the evolving safety standards within the ice hockey equipment industry.

In February 2024, Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd., a financial holding company based in Canada, acquired a controlling interest in Peak Achievement Athletics Inc. for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition will enable Fairfax to utilize its resources to further enhance its portfolio while reinforcing its commitment to preserving Canadian ownership. Peak Achievement Athletics Inc. is a US-based company that specializes in providing sporting goods, particularly ice hockey equipment.

Major companies operating in the ice hockey equipment market are Canadian Tire Corporation, Franklin Sports Inc, True Temper Sports Inc, Bauer Hockey Inc, Warrior Sports Inc, Champro Sports, CCM Hockey AB, Superfeet Worldwide Inc, Sher-Wood Hockey Inc, Snipers Edge Hockey LLC, Winnwell Inc, STX LLC, Roces Srl, Grit Inc, Alkali Hockey LLC, All Black Hockey Sticks LLC, American Athletic Shoe Co Inc, Flite Hockey Inc, Graf Skates AG, Inglasco Inc, Mylec Inc, Verbero Hockey Inc, Shock Doctor Inc, Janletic Sports.

North America was the largest region in the ice hockey equipment market in 2025. The regions covered in the ice hockey equipment market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the ice hockey equipment market report are Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Taiwan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain.

The ice hockey equipment market consists of sales of Ice hockey neck guards, ice hockey shin guards, Ice hockey socks, ice hockey jerseys and mouthguards. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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