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Gear reviews, sizing guides, and everything else you need to play your best — from the team at North America's hockey superstore.

Hockey player putting the RE-AKT 155 helmet
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Bauer RE-AKT 155 Helmet Breakdown and Review

Take on the toughest impacts with the Bauer RE-AKT 155 hockey helmet. We’ll check out the specs, initial feel, and whether this helmet is...

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Warrior Alpha LX3 Pro Glove Breakdown and Review

Get ready to lock in and dominate with the Warrior Alpha LX3 Pro glove. Let’s look at the specs, then decide whether this glove...

Graphic of the Jetspeed FT8 Pro hockey skates
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CCM Jetspeed FT8 Pro Skate Breakdown and Review

Built for speed, agility, and stability, the Jetspeed FT8 Pro hockey skate is ready to put you a step ahead of the competition—literally. Let’s...

Sidney Crosby shooting with a Ribcor Trigger 10 Pro stick
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CCM Ribcor Trigger 10 Pro Hockey Stick Breakdown and Review

Let’s take a deep dive into the Trigger 10 Pro's specs and see exactly what makes this an elite-level stick. At the end of...

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TRUE Project X Storm Hockey Stick Breakdown and Review

TRUE’s Project X Storm hockey stick is touted as one of the smartest in the world—and we’ll see soon exactly why that is. As...

Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov faceoff Heated Rivalry poster
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From the Screen to the Ice: The Cultural Impact of Heated Rivalry

Can Heated Rivalry’s cultural impact translate to real-world change? As the series implies, will it be a true game changer? In this article, we’ll...

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Guide

Don't Get Deked Out by Scams: A Game Plan for Safe Online Holiday Shopping

is the season for festive cheer and gathering with loved ones—but let’s not forget to protect ourselves in the digital space too. The Christmas...

Sarah Fillier strapping the FTW helmet on
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CCM Jetspeed FTW Hockey Helmet Review

The new FTW helmet is the final piece of CCM’s goal to create a full set of hockey gear designed from the ground up...

Bauer Pulse Review Goalie Stick
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Bauer Pulse Goal Stick Review

The Bauer Pulse Goalie Stick represents the next evolution in Bauer’s Innovation Series. Combining technologies from past releases like the Agent and Protocol with...

Renata Fast shooting with a Bauer PULSE stick
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Innovation Incoming: Bauer Pulse Stick Hockey Stick Review

Bauer has finally released the PULSE stick, the next iteration of their innovation series of equipment—and a stick we’ve been literally anticipating for years...

promotional image of the FTW skate with a "We Are For the Women" caption
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Redefining the Sport: CCM Jetspeed FTW Hockey Skates Review

CCM is back with their next addition to their skate line with the new Jetspeed FTW skates. We'll break down the skate's innovative design...

Danielle Serdachny shooting with a Flylite stick
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Bauer Vapor Flylite Hockey Stick Review

Bauer has revived a classic name in the new Vapor Flylite hockey stick, featuring both returning and newer tech from Bauer's innovation Twitch stick....

Hero shot of the FT8 Pro glove with "WE ARE: Game Changers" text
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CCM Jetspeed FT8 Pro Hockey Gloves Review

Hockey is a game of split-second decisions—but when overheating can fog up your focus, even elite players lose their edge. Enter next season with...

FT8 Pro protective equipment
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CCM Jetspeed FT8 Pro Protective Equipment Review

Building on the legacy of the FT6 Pro line, the next-generation Jetspeed FT8 Pro protective equipment introduces a few targeted upgrades across each piece...

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Balancing Act: Tips for Parents of Young Hockey Players

In this article, we’ll be looking into equipment to buy, fitting hockey into your family's lifestyle, and keeping your child motivated. The goal should...