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Goalie Basics: How To Pick The Right Goalie Leg Pads
From flex profiles to slide skin, we're breaking down the key things you should consider when buying your next set of goalie leg pads.
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Beginner's Hockey Equipment Buying Guide
From helmets to skates to gloves, each piece plays a crucial role in your performance and safety on...
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What is Pro Stock Equipment?
What exactly is pro stock, and how is it different from retail stock equipment? This article will go...
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Hockey Stick Basics: Guide on Stick Blades
Blade curves might seem minor to many players, but they can play a significant role in how you...
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Hockey Stick Science: Why does my hockey stick break?
Every modern composite stick is measured and classified by multiple different factors: flex, curve, kick point, etc. These...
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Hockey Stick Basics: Guide to Kick Points
Selecting the perfect stick can be tough— but understanding stick kick points can really help when figuring out...
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Hockey Skate Sharpening: Precision for Peak Performance
If your skates aren’t up to par, then that could greatly hinder your performance on the ice— it’s...
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Equipment Maintenance: How to Extend the Lifespan of Your Hockey Gear
Hockey gear can be quite the investment, but with proper maintenance, you can extend its lifespan significantly. In...
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Hockey Stick Basics: Shaft and Materials
Over the years, the materials used to make hockey sticks have evolved; some materials stood the test of...
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Lace Bite in Hockey Players: Causes and Treatment
Hockey is constantly changing and getting faster and faster—and your feet and legs need to be in optimal...
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Hockey Stick Breakdown—Guide to Buying a Hockey Stick
Hockey sticks are constantly changing and developing—likely the most of any hockey equipment. The Hockey Shop has a shooting...
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Roller Wheel Maintenance: Swapping & Rotating Inline Skate Wheels
Inline hockey and roller skating can be great ways to keep up your training and play in the...
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Brian’s Smart Strap Toe Tie
This small accessory could have a big difference on your game’s performance as well as reducing the time...