Mayo Clinic + USA Hockey Testing
"[Skate Armor is] The Most Cut-Resistant Neck Guard for Preventing Lacerations to the Neck."
In a study conducted by the Mayo Clinic and paid for by USA Hockey, researchers set out to test how well various neck guards could protect hockey players from real-life skate blade injuries. Unlike standard tests (which often only simulate light slicing or industrial conditions), this study used a method that mimicked the actual impact and slicing motion of a hockey skate—something no previous test had done accurately.
The results were eye-opening: every neck guard failed to stop the blade—except one. Skate Armor was the only product that withstood the cut, offering unmatched protection for key arteries like the carotid and jugular. For parents, this means that not all neck guards offer the same level of protection—even if they meet basic certifications. This study proves why choosing the right guard matters. Your child’s safety depends on it.