Bauer measures hand length from the middle-finger tip to the wrist crease and maps that measurement to its youth, junior, intermediate and senior glove chart. Use the chart for the exact glove you are considering, since one brand's size label is not a universal measurement. Try the glove with your stick and elbow pads to check finger movement, wrist comfort and cuff clearance.
Measure your hand, then use the chart for the exact ice hockey glove. Bauer’s method measures from the tip of the middle finger to the wrist crease and lists separate youth, junior, intermediate and senior ranges. Try the glove with the elbow pads and stick used in play before settling on a size.
Measure and read the chart
| Check | What to do |
|---|---|
| Hand length | For Bauer’s guide, measure from the tip of the middle finger to the wrist crease. |
| Size range | Compare the measurement with the glove maker’s chart for that model. |
| Age group | Use youth, junior, intermediate or senior as chart categories, not as a substitute for the listed measurements. |
Glove sizing charts can use different size bands and measurements. Do not carry a label from one maker or model to another without checking its chart.
Try them with the full setup
Put on the elbow pads you use for games or practices, then try the gloves with your stick. Flex the fingers, hold the shaft and move your wrists. Check that the fingers feel comfortable and that the cuff and elbow pad sit together in the way you prefer, without restricting movement.
If you are choosing among glove families from one maker, compare their own fit descriptions as well as their size charts. For example, Bauer describes its Vapor player gloves as having a tapered fit; check the details of the specific model because product lines can change.
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Checked November 5, 2026.
Common questions
How do I measure for hockey gloves?
Bauer measures from the tip of the middle finger to the wrist crease. Compare that hand length with the size chart for the exact glove model.
Can I use Bauer's glove chart for another brand?
Use Bauer's chart for Bauer gloves. For another maker, follow its current chart and any product-specific fitting directions.
How should hockey gloves fit with elbow pads?
Try the gloves with the elbow pads you wear for play, then flex your fingers, hold a stick and move your wrists. Choose the combination that feels comfortable and allows the cuff and pad to sit as intended by their makers.
Should I choose hockey glove size by age?
Age bands can help narrow a chart, but take the measurement requested by the manufacturer and compare it with the model's listed range before choosing.