WhatGearFits

Parent guides

Real-world sports gear buying help

Checklists, fit troubleshooting, and practical comparisons for parents who want to buy once, avoid obvious sizing mistakes, and understand what matters before checkout.

hockeychecklist

First Hockey Season Gear Checklist for Kids

A practical first-season hockey gear checklist for parents, including what to buy, what to measure, and where used gear is risky.

7 min read

Updated Jun 11, 2026

hockeyfit troubleshooting

How to Tell if Hockey Skates Are Too Big

Simple signs that youth hockey skates are too big, plus what parents should check before sizing up.

6 min read

Updated Jun 11, 2026

baseballfit troubleshooting

Is My Child's Baseball Bat Too Heavy?

How parents can tell when a youth baseball bat is too heavy, even if the length chart looks right.

6 min read

Updated Jun 11, 2026

baseballchecklist

Baseball Gear Checklist by Age

A youth baseball gear checklist for parents, organized by what most kids need from tee-ball through early teen baseball.

7 min read

Updated Jun 11, 2026

soccerbuying guide

What Size Soccer Ball Does My Child Need?

A clear soccer ball size guide for parents buying for practice, team play, or a first soccer season.

5 min read

Updated Jun 11, 2026

soccercomparison

Youth Soccer Cleats vs Turf Shoes

How parents should choose between soccer cleats, turf shoes, and indoor shoes for youth players.

6 min read

Updated Jun 11, 2026

footballfit troubleshooting

Youth Football Helmet Fit: What Parents Should Know

A parent-focused guide to football helmet measurements, fit checks, and why age is not enough for helmet sizing.

6 min read

Updated Jun 11, 2026

lacrossechecklist

Lacrosse Starter Gear Checklist for Kids

A practical lacrosse starter gear checklist for parents buying a first stick, helmet, gloves, and pads.

6 min read

Updated Jun 11, 2026

basketballcomparison

Basketball Size 5 vs 6 vs 7 for Kids

A parent-friendly comparison of size 5, size 6, and size 7 basketballs for youth players.

5 min read

Updated Jun 11, 2026

golfbuying guide

Junior Golf Clubs Buying Guide for Parents

How parents should choose junior golf clubs by height, weight, and beginner swing control.

6 min read

Updated Jun 11, 2026

swimmingfit troubleshooting

Kids Swim Goggles Fit Guide

How parents can tell whether kids' swim goggles fit, seal, and stay comfortable in the pool.

5 min read

Updated Jun 11, 2026

baseballcomparison

Baseball Bat Size by Age vs Height

A clearer way to choose youth baseball bat size when age and height charts point to different lengths.

6 min read

Updated Jun 12, 2026

hockeycomparison

Hockey Skate Size vs Shoe Size

How parents should compare hockey skate size to regular shoe size without buying skates that are too roomy.

6 min read

Updated Jun 12, 2026

soccercomparison

Soccer Ball Size by Age Chart

A quick parent chart for soccer ball sizes by age group, plus what to do when backyard practice and league play differ.

5 min read

Updated Jun 12, 2026

hockeybuying guide

Used Youth Sports Gear: What to Buy and What to Avoid

A practical parent guide to buying used youth sports gear while being cautious with helmets and protective equipment.

7 min read

Updated Jun 11, 2026

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