Back to Hockey: Masks

Masks are a critical part of every hockey goalie's kit. Manufacturers are pushing the limits, making masks lighter and more protective than ever. Here's a look at the top masks for the new season. Shop with GoalieMonkey and return to the rink in confidence.

Bauer NME VTX Certified Straight Bar Goalie Mask

The durable, lightweight nature of VTX Technology keeps your head in the game. With a mix of PORON® XRD® Foam and VTX liner, you get a perfect combination of next level protection and light weight, making it second to none. TeXtreme® is the most advanced reinforcement around, ready to meet your competition head on. With an impressive reduction in weight by at least 20%, this groundbreaking technology offers uncompromising impact strength, giving you heroic protection for the toughest sport on ice. Impact protection is only half of the game. Without added comfort, the final buzzer feels like an eternity away. With IX-Foam inserts, your helmet’s coverage areas are secure and padded against any impacts they may throw at you, so victory is the only thing on your mind.

Warrior Ritual R/F1 Certified Straight Bar Goalie Mask

A holistic approach to head protection focused on safety first. All shell and liner compositions are integrated by design. A combination of X Foam and Dual-Density Molded IMPAX foams, the OMNIshock+ design provides ultimate protection against puck impacts and collisions within the crease. Warrior's most advanced impact absorbing foam provides a targeted barrier on impacts to the forehead and works in conjunction with the outer shell to protect against injury. The R/F1 chin maximizes mobility without sacrificing protection so the goalie can efficiently move their head with minimal chest protector interference. This makes tracking pucks into the body and watching plays behind the net effortless.

Bauer NME IX Certified Straight Bar Goalie Mask

The NME IX Goal Mask protects and intimidates. ItsPower Core shell is a blend of fiberglass and epoxy,which allows for better dampening throughout the forehead and chin. VTX liner gives it pro level protectionatan affordable price point.

CCM Axis Pro Non-Certified Cat Eye Goalie Mask

The perfect goalie mask should offer protection without weighing you down and should offer incredible visibility without sacrificing coverage. This helmet gives you all of that and more! Built with pro carbon fiber shell Sigmatex, a fluid inside pod matrix liner and D3O Smart Material, The AXIS goalie helmet is a marvel of design and technology that will provide lightweight strength and protection the minute you hit the ice. Stainless steel cage composition with bumper paint protection. Triple density foam chin cup with D30.

Bauer 960 Non-Certified Cat Eye Goalie Mask

The 960 Goal Mask is for the elite goalie. The shell has been updated to the power core epoxy shell that now features a Smacwrap Comp Shell, which dampens vibration and makes this the most protective mask on the market. It now has new grooves at the edge of the mask to increase airflow for better breathability. It features a new style elite chin cup with an elastic stretch strap. Finally, an Enhanced Puck View wire suits more goalie sightlines, providing better vision on the ice.

CCM Axis A1.9 Certified Straight Bar Goalie Mask

Equipped with a mix of D30 technology liner and I.Q.Shion gel padding, the AXIS A1.9 goalie mask is a marvel of bespoke comfort for experienced goalies seeking coverage and mobility between the pipes. Fiberglass shell with carbon fiber reinforcements and D30 smart material liner. Stainless steel cage composition. Triple density foam with D30 chin cup and mesh construction sweatband.