HOCKEY INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Bauer may be the most recognized name in hockey gear, but does it deliver the safety today’s players need? In this deep dive, we compare Bauer’s neck guard shirts to Titan BattleGear across critical categories like cut resistance, comfort, coverage, and sustainability. If you're deciding between tradition and innovation, this review will help you make the call – with no fluff, just facts.

CCM is a staple in hockey gear – but when it comes to neck protection, does it keep up with new innovations? We put Titan BattleGear and CCM neck guard shirts head-to-head across the metrics that matter most: cut resistance, coverage, comfort, materials, customization, and sustainability. This in-depth comparison breaks down the differences to help you choose the safest and most high-performing neck guard.

Shock Doctor might be a leader in mouthguards, but how does their neck guard shirt hold up in real hockey conditions? In this no-holds-barred review, we compare Titan BattleGear vs. Shock Doctor on cut resistance, protection, comfort, fit, and materials. If you’re wondering whether Shock Doctor’s lower price is worth the trade-offs in safety, this guide gives you the facts – no spin, just side-by-side performance.

A Mayo Clinic study put popular hockey neck guards to the test – and the results were alarming. Most guards failed to stop a skate blade at real-game impact levels. The only ones that held up were those made with advanced materials rated ANSI A6 or higher. Here’s why that matters, and how this very study helped spark the creation of Titan.

After her daughter’s terrifying accident on the ice, one hockey mom realized a standard neck guard wasn’t enough – and found Titan.

Most hockey neck guards barely meet the minimum safety standards, but your kid deserves real protection. This guide cuts through the noise to reveal the best youth hockey neck guards of 2025, including the only option built to stop a full-speed skate blade.

Most neck guards fail to provide real protection. Learn why A8/A9 cut resistance is the only standard that matters and how to choose a secure, high-performance neck guard for your player. Don’t gamble on safety.

Hockey is getting faster, and so is the risk of injuries. A study found over 20,000 hockey-related ER visits per year, with lacerations being the most common injury. Neck injuries are a growing concern, especially among youth players. Titan Battlegear is changing the game with real cut-resistant protection that players can trust.

ANSI cut levels can mean the difference between a close call and a devastating injury in hockey. Most so-called "cut-resistant" hockey shirts barely slow down a skate blade, leaving players vulnerable. In this guide, we break down what ANSI cut ratings really mean and why most hockey gear falls short.

Are traditional neck guards really keeping hockey players safe? Most provide a false sense of security, relying on flimsy foam and poor fit that won’t stop a skate blade. In this guide, we break down the dangers of outdated neck protection and why real cut-resistant technology is the future of hockey safety. Don’t settle for “good enough” when it comes to protection. 

After a near-fatal skate blade injury to his son, New Jersey Devils GM Tom Fitzgerald is pushing for neck guard mandates – and considering making them mandatory for his team. With fewer than 10% of NHL players wearing neck protection today, this article explores why change is coming, and why now.