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Brian's Iconik 2 Leg Pad, Catcher, and Blocker Review
The Brian’s Iconik 2 goalie gear builds on the success of the original Iconik line with subtle but meaningful upgrades. Featuring a new single-strap system, lighter core construction,...
Goalie
CCM Phenom Goalie Gear: Leg Pad, Catcher, and Blocker Review
CCM’s new Phenom gear isn’t just smaller—it’s smarter. Built specifically for young goalies, this junior-specific line focuses on...
Goalie
CCM EFlex 7.9 Leg Pad, Catcher, and Blocker Review
Discover the all-new CCM Eflex 7.9 goalie pads, featuring new Cross-Glide slide tech, a new comfort leg channel,...
Goalie
CCM EFlex 7 Leg Pad, Catcher, and Blocker Review
Discover the all-new CCM Eflex 7 goalie pads, featuring new Cross-Glide slide tech, Infinite Power Rebound core, and...
Goalie
Bauer Vapor FLYLITE Leg Pads, Catcher, and Blocker Review
Explore our in-depth review of the Bauer Vapor FLYLITE goalie gear, covering key updates to the pads, glove,...
Goalie
Bauer SV-Pro Leg Pads, Catcher, and Blocker Review
Explore our in-depth review of the Bauer Vapor FLYLITE goalie gear, covering key updates to the pads, glove,...
Goalie
True Catalyst PX5 Review
Discover the True Catalyst PX5, the latest innovation for goalies with Diamond Glide material, upgraded design, and minor...
Goalie
Brian's Optik 4 Review
For decades, Brian’s has been a go-to name in goalie gear, known for its innovative designs and Canadian-made...
Goalie
Warrior Ritual G7 Goalie Gear Review
The updated G7 line builds off the success of the G6 by incorporating several user-friendly changes inspired directly...
Goalie
CCM Axis XF Goalie Pads: Improved Fit, Enhanced Rebounds.
Discover the CCM Axis XF line: goalie gear with enhanced performance, fit, and protection. Updated pads, catcher, and...
Goalie
Bauer Shadow Goalie Pads Review
While the Mach brought improved durability and the next evolution of their bracketing system to the already popular...
Goalie
Bauer HyperLite2 Goalie Pads: Long-term Review
New for 2023, Bauer released the successor to their ever-popular Vapor Hyperlite line. Through new features and technology,...
Goalie
CCM Axis 2 Catcher & Blocker Set Review
Prepare for a revolution; the Axis line from CCM is back in one of the biggest updates to...