Overview
Cut Protection Level
ANSI Rated Cut Level
Certifications
Cut Protection Level
This is the general level of protection against cuts.
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Minimum
Basic protection suitable for competitive play
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Standard
Balanced protection for intense game play. Protects against more severe cuts.
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Maximum
Highest level of cut resistance for elite gameplay, designed for the biggest and fastest players.
ANSI Rated Cut Level
Measures the actual cut resistance of materials based on the ANSI/ISEA 105 standard.
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N/A
No specific cut-resistance rating provided by the manufacturer.
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A1
Minimal protection; withstands light cuts (200-499 grams of force).
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A2
Lower-level protection; resists slightly heavier cuts (500-999 grams of force).
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A3
Low-level protection; suitable for competitive play (1,000-1,499 grams of force).
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A4
Standard protection; defends against significant cuts (1,500-2,199 grams of force).
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A5
Elevated protection for intense play (2,200-2,999 grams of force).
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A6
Extra protection for faster, higher-impact play (3,000-3,999 grams of force).
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A7
Ultra-high protection (4,000-4,999 grams of force).
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A8
Premium protection for all levels of play and ages (5,000-5,999 grams of force).
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A9
Top-tier cut resistance for ultimate protection (6,000+ grams of force).
Certifications
Indicates compliance with safety standards and regulations for hockey gear.
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USA Hockey
Approved for play under USA Hockey regulations. Ensures gear meets safety standards for organized play in the United States.
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BNQ
Certified by the Bureau de Normalisation du Quebec for cut-resistant hockey gear. Required for players in Canadian Minor Hockey leagues to ensure on-ice safety.
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CE
Meets European safety standards for protective equipment. Designed for compliance with regulations across European leagues and recreational play.
The A&R Fitted Neck Guard Shirt is a performance base layer shirt with an integrated BNQ neck guard, offering top-level cut protection to the throat and neck. This offers laceration protection against skate blades so players can feel confident and protected while receiving the premium benefits of a base layer shirt.
The neck guard has a Velcro closure for an adjustable fit while the shirt provides moisture-wicking properties to ensure you stay cool and dry throughout the game. It has a four-way stretch to allow your body to have a full range of motion and strategic ventilation panels underneath the arms and on the back provide extra breathability.
| OVERVIEW | |
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| Model Number | ARNGLS |
| Certified | BNQ |
Specifications
| KEY TECHNOLOGIES | |
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| Cut-Resistant Neck Guard Strategic cut protection to the neck area significantly reduces the risk of direct laceration injuries. Does NOT protect against impacts. | |
| Flatlock Seams Two pieces of fabric are sewn directly together rather than on top of each other. This design reduces bulk and prevents chafing. |
| CONSTRUCTION | |
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| Material | 94% Polyester / 6% Spandex |
| Design | BNQ Certified Neck Guard 4-way stretch Moisture-wicking performance Flatlock seams Mesh panels for added breathability |
| Graphic | A&R chest logos |
| Fit | Fitted - Next to Skin Without the Squeeze |
Videos
Sizing Chart
| A&R SIZING GUIDELINES | |
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| A&R sizing differs from most other base layers, so we recommend the following measuring guidelines to find your A&R shirt size. Take your best-fitting shirt at home and measure the following in an unstretched state. For shirt width, measure just below the armpit from seam to seam and then measure the shirt length from the shoulder seam to the bottom hem. Neck size is the circumference of your neck. Take your at-home shirt measurements and correspond them to the closest A&R shirt size using the tables below. If you are between two sizes, choose the smaller size for a more fitted style and for a more looser fit, choose the larger A&R shirt size. |
| JUNIOR - A&R SHIRT SIZING CHART | |||
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| Shirt Size | Shirt Width | Shirt Length | Neck Size |
| Junior SM | 12.5" | 18" | 13.5"- 15.5" |
| Junior MD | 14.5" | 21" | 13.5" - 15.5" |
| Junior LG | 15.3" | 23" | 13.5" - 15.5" |
| Junior XL | 16.5" | 25.5" | 13.5" - 15.5" |
| SENIOR - A&R SHIRT SIZING CHART | |||
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| Shirt Size | Shirt Width | Shirt Length | Neck Size |
| Senior SM | 16.5" | 26.5" | 15"- 17" |
| Senior MD | 18.3" | 28" | 15" - 17" |
| Senior LG | 20" | 29" | 15" - 17" |
| Senior XL | 21.3" | 29" | 15" - 17" |
| Senior XXL | 23.3" | 31" | 15" - 17" |
| HELPFUL ARTICLES | |
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| What is BNQ Certification for Hockey Neck Guards? | |
| How to Size a Hockey Neck Guard | |
| How to Select a Hockey Neck Guard | |
| IW Hockey Learning Center |
