Former operations manager of Siebel Systems in Chicago, Illinois, Janek Pawlik, has experience working in managerial positions at several companies. Away from work, Janek Pawlik has an interest in multiple sclerosis research and hockey.

Ice hockey is a fast-paced team sport played on ice, popular worldwide. However, there are numerous risks of injury during gameplay, and ice hockey equipment allows players to participate in games and provides much-needed safety.

This equipment, such as pads, protectors, undergarments, and helmets, must be appropriately maintained and cared for to be effective and long-lasting. Observing proper care techniques such as airing and skate sharpening are essential maintenance techniques for these items.

Stinky equipment is a common complaint among hockey players. This situation occurs when players' equipment becomes damp after a game, allowing bacteria to grow and stink. Airing out your equipment and allowing it to dry by hanging up your base layer, jock, elbow pads, socks, and skate after a game effectively avoids this problem.

Another issue that players face is blade dulling, which hurts their performance. Dull blades are less effective at gripping the ice, so keep your blade sharp for better maneuverability. However, when sharpening your blade, do not sharpen it too much as this can cause gliding and stopping problems on the ice.