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CCM Axis Catcher & Blocker On-Ice Review

CCM Axis Catcher & Blocker On-Ice Review

CCM brings us the all-new Axis catch glover and blocker. This new line brings in a ton of major improvements and features to bring out...

Chad Purdy
Bauer Nexus ADV Hockey Stick First Look Review

Bauer Nexus ADV Hockey Stick First Look Review

Here's what you need to know about this revolutionary new stick. The Nexus ADV just redefined what a hockey stick looks like. Weighing in at...

Chad Purdy
True Dynamic 9 Helmet Review

True Dynamic 9 Helmet Review

TRUE’s first entry into the protective category of helmets introduces the Dynamic 9 Pro to us. The Dynamic 9 Pro has some unique features we...

Chad Purdy
Brian's Optik 2 Pro Leg Pad Review

Brian's Optik 2 Pro Leg Pad Review

After the success of the original Optik series from 2017, this year Brian’s improves on much loved features while also borrowing technology from their recent...

Mike Ball
Brian's Optik 2 Pro Trapper/Blocker Review

Brian's Optik 2 Pro Trapper/Blocker Review

Read our review of Brian's Optik 2 Pro trapper and blocker. If you were a fan of the original Optik, find out what changed and...

Mike Ball
2019 Warrior Alpha DX Hockey Stick Review

2019 Warrior Alpha DX Hockey Stick Review

New for 2019, the Elite level Warrior Alpha DX Grip Senior Hockey Stick is a forgivable, quick release hockey stick. Warrior has incorporated 4 technologies...

Mike Ball
Warrior Alpha DX Protective Review

Warrior Alpha DX Protective Review

Availability: In Stock - now shipping. Building off of 2017’s Alpha QX protective line, Warrior aims to continue their ascension up the hockey equipment ladder...

Chad Purdy
Bauer Re-Akt 150 Helmet Review

Bauer Re-Akt 150 Helmet Review

Availability: In Stock - now shipping. We knew the Bauer team had something remarkable up their sleeves when they announced another helmet release only a...

Mike Ball
TENDYFEST 2019 RECAP

TENDYFEST 2019 RECAP

It was great day to be a goalie. You know what I mean if you were able to join us for this year’s TendyFest 4...

Chad Purdy
Bauer Vapor 2X Pro Senior Hockey Skate Review

Bauer Vapor 2X Pro Senior Hockey Skate Review

With a focus on improved fit and out of the box comfort, head turning graphics, and a boatload of redesigned features, the Bauer 2X Pro...

Chad Purdy
Warrior Fantom QRE Hockey Stick Review

Warrior Fantom QRE Hockey Stick Review

The Warrior Fantom QRE stick is ridiculous. Ridiculously light. Ridiculous pop. And ridiculously sexy. The Fantom was originally exclusive in store for the first month and...

Chad Purdy
Warrior GT2 Pro Chest Protector Review

Warrior GT2 Pro Chest Protector Review

To round out Warriors GT2 line comes the new and improved GT2 pro chest protector, with added protection, new materials and tapered pieces to reduce...

Chad Purdy
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