YardRink

10/23/2026

We’ve seen the comments. 👀

Everyone is wondering "How does El Nino affect winter in ODR states?”

So we pulled the numbers and there's reason to be optimistic!

Even in recent El Nino winters (2016, 2019, 2024), average daily lows in January and February stayed well below freezing in seven representative rink states: MN, WI, MI, MA, NH, NY and VT.

10/21/2026

More ice time, without leaving home.

A backyard rink means:
🏒 Extra reps whenever you want
⛸️ More time building skating skills
🚗 Fewer trips to the rink
❄️ A reason to get outside all winter
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 More time together as a family

All from your own backyard.

10/21/2026

10/19/2026

This is why Peter wanted a backyard rink that just worked ❤️❄️

After years of holes, refilling and constant maintenance, he switched to YardRink. Now, instead of fixing the rink, he gets more moments like this — watching his grandkids learn to skate right in the backyard.

As Peter put it: “Once it was up, it just worked.”

10/15/2026

Sometimes, the best hockey development happens when kids are free to just play🏒

At YardRink, we believe unstructured play is an important part of helping young players build skills, get creative and develop a lifelong love for the game.

Our CEO, Brian Packard, recently shared his thoughts with Cross Ice Hockey on why kids need opportunities to play outside of organized practices and how backyard hockey can make a lasting impact.

Whether on a frozen pond or the street, unstructured play lets kids experiment & build skills in ways that organized hockey can’t always do.

10/14/2026

First backyard rink? It's easier than you might think.

Mike's first season quickly became a family affair—his son practicing his shot and inviting friends over, and Mike even getting back on skates himself.

First-time rink owner ➡️ backyard hockey family.

Here's to year two. 🙌

10/12/2026

Why put the tarp on the outside? Because what’s not on the ice matters.

No excess tarp. Less “tarp slush.” Nothing getting in the way of play.

Just a cleaner, more realistic backyard rink experience.

10/07/2026

🍂 FALL SAVINGS ARE HERE! 🍂

Save 15% from 10/7–10/31 and get ahead of the winter rush.

We’ve been breaking sales records month after month, and last year, we SOLD OUT. Don’t wait until the first snow hits to start thinking about your backyard rink.

Make this winter the best one yet. 🏒 USE CODE: FALL2026

10/05/2026

Limited backyard space doesn’t have to mean limited ice time.

When Melissa was looking for a backyard rink, finding the right size for their space was a top priority. The YardRink team helped Melissa custom fit a rink that worked for their yard and gave the whole family more time on the ice.

“Our YardRink was exactly as described and exceeded our expectations.” - Melissa, YardRink owner since 2025

09/29/2026

YardRink vs. EZ ICE: Which backyard rink system is right for you?

Both are popular options for bringing hockey home, but there are some important differences to consider before you buy.

We compared YardRink and EZ ICE across setup, playability, durability, customization, maintenance, value and more, including how features like board height, rink design, tarp placement and puck retention can impact the experience on the ice.

Thinking about a backyard rink this winter? See how the two systems stack up and decide which is the better fit for your family.