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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.
A Close-Up Look and Review of CCM's Jetspeed FT9 Pro Hockey Stick
The Jetspeed FT9 is the next level in CCM’s hybrid kick point line. We’ll take a look at how CCM has elevated one of...
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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...
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...
CCM Vizion Goal Stick Review
The Vizion marks CCM’s boldest goalie stick launch yet. Packed with new features like ALUPLI composite and HYPETEX, it promises durability, control, and accuracy....
Bauer Vapor FLYLITE Goal Stick Review
Explore our full review of the Bauer Vapor FLYLITE goalie stick, covering new features like the Hybrid Toe, Quad Air Bridge, and UD Carbon...
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, Vibex tech, Slide Grip, and more....
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. We’ll be taking a look at...
Bauer Protocol Pro Goalie Stick Review
Bauer's new Protocol is designed with one purpose in mind: how can we make goalies better at playing the puck. The Bauer Protocol combines...
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....
Bauer Nexus Tracer Stick Review
Get ready to elevate your game with the Bauer Nexus Tracer. In this article, we’ll be looking into the features that set it as...
Warrior Covert QR6 Pro Stick Review
Warrior's low kick Covert line welcomes a new member: the QR6 Pro hockey stick, engineered to provide superior quick release and precision. We’ll take...
CCM Jetspeed FT7 Pro Hockey Stick Review: Feel the speed, control the game
We review the CCM Jetspeed FT7 Pro stick. Unleash your potential with the CCM Jetspeed FT7 Pro stick, engineered for elite performance.
Beginner's Hockey Equipment Buying Guide
From helmets to skates to gloves, each piece plays a crucial role in your performance and safety on the ice. In this guide, we'll...
TRUE Project X Stick Review
In 2021, TRUE came out with the limited edition Project X stick. Now for 2023, the iconic stick is back— the original Project X...
Hockey Stick Basics: Shaft and Materials
Over the years, the materials used to make hockey sticks have evolved; some materials stood the test of time, whereas some are best left...
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 AS-V Pro hockey stick. The new...
Bauer AG5NT Stick Review
Bauer’s had a strong year with the release of the Mach, SYNC, and KONEKT equipment—but their mission is far from over. You’ll notice on the...
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 next generation of low kick hockey...
Bauer Nexus SYNC Stick Review
Bauer's Nexus series has always been known for its incredible balance and ability to use creative tech efficiently. Successor to the highly renowned Nexus...
TRUE HZRDUS PX Hockey Stick Review
No stick in history has ever been this light—until now. TRUE takes “effortless” to the next level with their lightest stick yet, the HZRDUS...
TRUE Catalyst PX Goalie Stick Review
The Catalyst PX is a clear step up from the first generation of Catalyst goalie sticks; its reduced weight and incredible toughness are all...
CCM Jetspeed FT4 Pro Stick Review: Redefined Scoring from Anywhere
The red rocket strikes again! No longer a secret with pro snipers in the NHL, you too can be the talk of the league...
TRUE Catalyst PX Stick Review
We said last time that TRUE is constantly raising the bar with every new stick release. Just a few months ago, they came out...
TRUE Catalyst PX Stick Review
We said last time that TRUE is constantly raising the bar with every new stick release. Just a few months ago, they came out...
CCM SuperTacks AS4 Pro Hockey Stick Review
CCM continues to lead the hockey world in terms of powerful, mid kick point hockey sticks. The Super Tacks family has always put a...
Bauer Sling Hockey Stick Review
Leave it to Bauer to absolutely revolutionize the hockey experience. They started the slingshot style with the Nexus ADV and now return with a...
True Catalyst 9X Stick Review
Aim True. Get unparalleled accuracy with True’s newest stick The True Catalyst 9X is True’s lightest stick to date. Taking some components from the Project...
Bauer Vapor HyperLite Stick Review
I was fortunate enough to try it out and I couldn’t get over the response and pop I could feel right away. If you’ve...
Warrior Ritual V2 Series Goalie Sticks Review
In recent years, Warrior sticks have been a favourite among goalies of all ages and skill levels due to their light, vibration free, balanced...
CCM Ribcor Trigger 6 Pro Hockey Stick Review
If the AS4 Pro makes your shot a rocket, the Trigger 6 Pro makes your release an illusion. The newest edition of the Trigger...
True Project X Hockey Stick Review
The Project X stick is a limited edition release from True. It joins an exclusive club of limited edition high-end sticks with new tech...
Bauer Supreme Ultrasonic Stick Review
The new Ultrasonic from Bauer introduces the next generation of Supreme. A lightweight, load and release stick built for the player that can’t be...
Bauer Supreme UltraSonic Goal Stick Review
While on the surface the Ultrasonic stick may closely resemble its predecessor, Bauer has made several key changes to give this new Supreme stick...
CCM E-Flex 5 Goalie Stick Review
With the success of the E-Flex 4 stick under their belt, the redesigned E-Flex 5 brings innovation in construction methods and design while staying...
Warrior Ritual V1 Goal Sticks Review
New for 2019 from Warrior is the Ritual V1 line. The V1 line is the successor to the popular CR line, and in it,...
CCM RIBCOR Trigger 4 Pro Stick Review
CCM’s newest edition of the Trigger series brings us the CCM Trigger 4 Pro. Its’ predecessor, the CCM RibCor Trigger 3D, was known for...
CCM Super Tacks AS2 Pro Hockey Stick Review
This year’s model of the Super Tacks stick comes in the form of the AS2 Pro. Much of the same thought process of designing...
Warrior Dynasty HD1 stick review
I had a chance to demo the HD1 back in January at the Source fro Sports on-ice demo in Niagara Falls and . Although...