----- Updated content from original post on 7/2022 -----
Gone are the days of having to fit all your gear into that smelly, dark abyss that was your old hockey bag. The industry has really stepped up it's game in recent years and given us a bunch of great options to choose from that offer tons more usefulness and functionality than we've ever had before in a hockey bag. It doesn't matter if you are a pro or a beer-leaguer, you'll love the latest bags.
Needing to get yourself a new bag and not sure how to compare them correctly? What is the best hockey bag? Take a look at our comparison sheet below to best inform yourself to make the best decision. Two things: 1) We only evaluated large, similar size carry bags (If your bag has wheels, you probably don't.=) and 2) Perhaps obviously, you can expect to see our Legend Player Bag in the sheet as we believe it's the best one out there for your hard earned money. But, go ahead and read on to make the best choice for yourself.
(Tip: If you're on a phone then change it to desktop mode or at least rotate your screen to see more of the comparison table.)
Top Hockey Bags this Season (Carry Style)
| Brand | Pacific Rink | Conway and Banks | Twig Hockey Company | Bauer | Grit |
| Model | The Player Bag | Hockey Bag | The Legend Player Bag | Tactical Carry Bag |
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| Length | 35" | 36" | 36" | 36" | 37" |
| Width | 18" | 19" | 17" | 17" | 16" |
| Height | 17.6" | 16" | 19.5" | 19.5" | 17.8" |
| Exterior Bottom | Balistic Nylon | Tarpaulin | Tarpaulin | Tarpaulin | Tarpaulin |
| Exterior Upper | 1000D Nylon | Tarpaulin | 1680D PU Coated Polyester | 840D PU Coated Polyester with Ripstop Top Panel | Tarpaulin & 600D Polyester |
| Adjustable Shoulder Straps | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Pull Handles on Ends | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Venting | Openable Side Panel Pocket | Large End Panels | Large End Panels | None | Removable Side Panel |
| External/Interal Access Dry Clothes Pocket | Top Panel | Top Panel | Top Panel | No | Top Panel |
| Other Exterior Features | - Hideaway Backpack Straps - YKK Zippers |
- Fold-down Foot Mat - Accessories Mesh Pocket - Player ID Window |
- Two Large High-Visibility Lined Accessory Pockets - Oversize #10 YKK Heavy Duty Zippers - Large Padded Shoulder Strap Closure - Player ID Window/Koozie Pocket |
- High-Visibility Lined Accessory Pocket |
- Foot Mat - Player ID Window |
| High Visibility Interior | Yes | Bottom Only | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Main Compartment Dividers | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Removable Laundry Bag | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Other Interior Features | - Removable Abrasion Resistant Skate Pockets - Organization Pockets - Accessories Pocket |
- Mesh Accessories Pocket - Keys Clip |
- Fold Flat Skate Pockets - Multiple Zippered and Mesh Organization Pockets |
- Mesh interior pockets | - Fold Flat Skate Pockets - Mesh and Zippered Accessory Pockets - Cooler Sleeve |
| Colors | Black, Red, Navy, Camo, Grey | Black, Red, Navy | Black, Granite, Navy | Grey/Black | Black, Black/White |
| Warranty | 180 Days | 180 Days | 180 Days | 90 Days | 180 Days |
| Price (USD) |
$229.99 | $197.00 | $157.99 | $229.99 | $199.99 |
