How To Maintain And Look After Your Field Hockey Equipment

Stick Care: Protecting Your Most Vital Tool
- Inspect after each use for any damage
- Ensure it is kept dry where possible after use to prevent mould from forming on the grips (we've seen some horrible ones!).
- Use new tape where possible on your grip to stop it slipping
- Replace your grip every 6-12 months
- Store in a cool, dry place (hot cars or super cold garages are not conducive to the carbon lifespan in a stick
New Tapes Available:
Grays Twintex Hoceky Grip White
Osaka Soft Grip Touch 2.0 Buffed Hockey Grip Grey
Shoe Care: Keeping Your Footwear Fresh and Functional
- Air them out: After each session, remove the insoles where possible and let them dry out naturally (avoid radiators/ direct heat sources)
- Neutralise odours: We have a wide range of shoe inserts
- Clean Regularly: Use a damp cloth and mild cleaning detergent to clean the surfaces (we'd avoid the washing machine wherever possible!)
- Monitor Wear: Keep an eye on the wear to the grip on the bottom of the sole
Available shoe inserts:
Shin pad Care: Ensuring Protection and Hygiene
- Regular Cleaning: Wash by hand (although some shin pads have removable inner linings
- Dry Thoroughly: After washing or after a particularly sweaty or rainy day
- Inspect for damage: Check for any cracks or significant damage that is more than cosmetic bumps and scrapes
- Use Shin liners: Wearing these keeps a natural barrier between the legs and shin pads, prolonging your shin pads' life and stopping them from smelling so bad!
Available Shin liners:
TK Shin Liner White Without Stirrup
TK Shin Liner Peach With Stirrup
Additional Gear Maintenance Tips
- Gloves: Machine wash on a gentle setting but ideally hand wash with a mild detergent, and then air dry thoroughly before subsequent use bag/ backpack regularly (watch out for rogue bananas at the bottom!). clean with a toothbrush and/ or mild soap
- Bags: Empty and air out your stick bag/ backpack regularly (keep an eye out for rogue bananas at the bottom!)
General Maintenance Best Practices
- Routine Checks: Regular checks of your gear will help increase lifespan
- Proper Storage: Keep gear in a dry and well ventilated area as much as possible
- Follow guidelines/ ask for help: Make sure you take care when looking after your gear (the tumble dryer is NOT your friend here!)