FngKestrel

Okay, after much coercion, I'm going to start ice hockey. I've got a pair of skates, but now I need some equipment. So, fine people of TFP, what order should I get the equipment in, what's a reasonable price I can expect to pay for each item of equipment,what brands of equipment do people endorse or avoid, and where are good places to get equipment, locally (San Jose, CA) or online?

Thanks in advance.