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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. We’ll take a quick...
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TRUE Project X Smoke Hockey Stick Review
In celebration of their ten-year anniversary, TRUE is debuting the 2024 iteration of their Project X series equipment....
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Innovation Series: Bauer Twitch Hockey Stick Review
The Bauer Twitch is the latest evolution in Bauer’s innovation series, crafted for goalscorers looking to capitalize on...
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Hockey Basics: 8 Drills to Improve Your Stickhandling
Stickhandling is a crucial skill to prioritize, particularly if you want to take your game to the next...
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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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TRUE Project X Stick Review
In 2021, TRUE came out with the limited edition Project X stick. Now for 2023, the iconic stick...
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The New Bauer Vapor Hyperlite 2 Stick: An In-Depth Gear Review
In this review, we explore the features of the reimagined Bauer Vapor Hyperlite 2, a stick that promises...
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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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CCM Tacks AS-V Pro Stick Review
Like with the rest of the Tacks AS-V Pro equipment series, CCM is going experimental with their new...
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Bauer AG5NT Stick Review
Bauer’s had a strong year with the release of the Mach, SYNC, and KONEKT equipment—but their mission is...
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CCM Ribcor Trigger 7 Pro Review
Hope that trigger finger is locked and loaded—the new Ribcor Trigger 7 is here to usher in the...
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Bauer Nexus SYNC Stick Review
Bauer's Nexus series has always been known for its incredible balance and ability to use creative tech efficiently....