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CCM Premier II hockey goalie blocker and glove in red and white from The Hockey ShopArticle

CCM Premier II Blocker & Trapper

For 2018, CCM Hockey brings us the newest addition to their Premier line. The CCM Premier 2 blocker...

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Amit P Jivani
3 min
Lizard Skins green hockey stick grip and multicolor hockey tape at The Hockey ShopPlayer

In Stock Now - Lizard Skins

A product we've been meaning to review for a while is a set of grip-alternative tapes made by...

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Amit P Jivani
4 min
CCM goalie leg pads with blue and orange accents, The Hockey Shop equipment close-upArticle

CCM E3.5 Source Exclusive vs Stock Version

CCM E3.5 Source exclusive vs. Stock Version

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Amit P Jivani
3 min
Brian's Optik white and black goalie blocker and catcher from The Hockey ShopArticle

Brian's OPTiK Pro Trapper & Blocker Review

The OPT1K blocker and trapper are the perfect ensemble of Brian’s craftsmanship and innovation. From the entirely new...

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Amit P Jivani
4 min
Brian's Optik white and black goalie leg pads from The Hockey Shop, close-up viewArticle

Brian's OPTiK Pro Leg Pad Review

The OPT1K leg pads are the perfect ensemble of Brian’s craftsmanship and innovation. From the chassis that works...

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Amit P Jivani
4 min
Bauer 1X Lite hockey stick with carbon fiber blade on white background at TheHockeyShop.comPlayer

Bauer Vapor 1X Lite Stick Review

The new Bauer Vapor 1X Lite comes to the market with a truly new technology in carbon layering....

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Amit P Jivani
3 min
Close-up of black and white CCM goalie blocker and catcher, hockey equipment at TheHockeyShop.comArticle

CCM E3.9 Source Exclusive vs Stock Version

This year, we are proud to offer the CCM Extreme Flex E3.9 leg pads, trappers and blockers. More...

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Amit P Jivani
3 min
CCM Ribcor Trigger 2 composite hockey stick blade with checkerboard patternPlayer

CCM RIBCOR Trigger 2 Stick Review 2017

The 2017 Ribcor Trigger² stick features a new improved taper to ease of loading and the quickness of...

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Amit P Jivani
2 min
Vaughn Ventus chest protector hockey gear in grey and black, TheHockeyShop.com product photoArticle

Vaughn SLR Pro Carbon Chest & Arm Protector Review

August 8th, 2017 - The Ventus SLR Pro Carbon combines carbon fiber, multi-density foams, and Vaughn’s craftsmanship to...

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Amit P Jivani
3 min
Warrior Alpha QX hockey stick with black carbon fiber blade on white backgroundPlayer

Warrior Alpha QX Composite Stick Review

August 3, 2017 - I was able to get my hands on the QX early and give it...

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Amit P Jivani
2 min
CCM Ribcor 70K black hockey skate product photo, sold at The Hockey ShopPlayer

CCM RIBCOR 70K Skate Review

July 12, 2017 - This is not just a slightly newer Ribcor with a fresh coat of paint...

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Amit P Jivani
4 min
Bauer Supreme 1S hockey stick blade with yellow graphics, available at The Hockey ShopPlayer

2017 Bauer Supreme 1S Stick Review

I'm always impressed when I see truly new technologies brought to market. That's what caught my attention with...

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Amit P Jivani
4 min