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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
Bauer Pulse Goal Stick Review
The Bauer Pulse Goalie Stick represents the next evolution in Bauer’s Innovation Series. Combining technologies from past releases...
Goalie
CCM Vizion Goal Stick Review
The Vizion marks CCM’s boldest goalie stick launch yet. Packed with new features like ALUPLI composite and HYPETEX,...
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 Goal Stick Review
Explore our full review of the Bauer Vapor FLYLITE goalie stick, covering new features like the Hybrid Toe,...
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
Warrior Ritual V4 Goal Stick Review
Read our in-depth review of the Warrior Ritual V4 goalie stick, covering performance features like ASG shaft geometry,...
Goalie
Warrior Ritual X5 Goalie Gear Review
This blog dives into the latest updates in Warrior’s Ritual X5 goalie gear lineup, focusing on the top-tier...
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...