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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.
Bauer Shadow Goalie Pads Review
While the Mach brought improved durability and the next evolution of their bracketing system to the already popular Ultrasonic line, the Shadow looks to...
Bauer HyperLite2 Goalie Pads: Long-term Review
New for 2023, Bauer released the successor to their ever-popular Vapor Hyperlite line. Through new features and technology, the HyperLite 2 brings the Vapor...
NHL History: Popular Playoff Traditions of the League
From player-driven superstitions to fan-driven rituals, hockey traditions add an extra layer of excitement to playoffs. In this article, we'll explore some of the...
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.
CCM Jetspeed FTW Series Review
For this season, CCM has taken a combination of the results from their research and collaboration with female hockey players to expand their equipment...
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...
Hockey History: What were Cooperalls, and Why Were They Banned?
The Hockey Shop enjoys delving into the history of hockey gear— and examining what stood the test of time and what may have fell...
Black History Month - Rediscovering Canada's Forgotten Hockey History
February is Black History Month, which is a time for everyone to recognize and honour the many contributions, achievements, as well as struggles of...
Changing the Game: A Quick Look at the PWHL and Women's Hockey
The landscape of women's hockey has been marked by various attempts to establish a sustainable professional league. The recent emergence of the Professional Women’s...
What is Pro Stock Equipment?
What exactly is pro stock, and how is it different from retail stock equipment? This article will go over the differences and why pro...
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 perform on the ice. In this...
Ice and History: Exploring the Legacy of the Winter Classic
The NHL Winter Classic is an eagerly awaited annual tradition celebrating the sport’s heritage while embracing innovation and fan engagement. It stands at the...
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 factors allow them to be more...
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 a starting point on this subject....
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 important to keep them maintained and...
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...
Bauer AG5NT Goal Stick Review
Bauer continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in a stick with their new AG5NT goal stick. The latest innovative goalie hockey...
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 to take your game to a...
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 this guide, we will take you...
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...
Pride Month - Hockey is for Everyone
At the Hockey Shop, we believe strongly that Hockey is for Everyone. This article hopes to educate on Pride Month and the Hockey is...
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 condition if you want to keep...
CCM Jetspeed FT6 Pro Stick Review
May 25, 2023 || by Katie Lakusta CCM has been working hard to bring the best upgrades to their best hockey gear, and that...
CCM Jetspeed FT6 Pro Glove Review
Are you in search of the perfect pair of hockey gloves to take your game to the next level? Look no further than the...
CCM Jetspeed FT6 Pro Protectives Review
Get ready to take your game to the next level with the latest addition to the Jetspeed family—the FT6 Pro protective line is designed...
Local Hero: Remembering Gino Odjick
On January 15, 2023, the hockey world mourned the loss of community leader and ex-Canuck Gino Odjick. Odjick was well-known both during the time...
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...
Remembrance Day - History of Hockey and Those Lost to War
On November 11, Canada joins many other countries among the Commonwealth and others to celebrate our veterans and reflect on the many soldiers and...
The Hockey Shop's Black Friday Buying Guide
The Hockey Shop has some big hockey sales this Black Friday for some of our highest-end gear. Here are just a few of our...
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...
Labour Day - 4 Labour Movements that Shook the World of Hockey
On September 5th, Canada and the USA celebrate Labour Day, where we take the time to celebrate the many achievements of workers fighting for...
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...
Bauer KONEKT Goalie Skate Review
As neat as the skate may already look on paper, those leaked photos don’t do the Bauer KONEKT justice. We were lucky enough to...
TRUE Catalyst 9 Skate Review
TRUE has spent years studying skates through their previous TF series and custom skates—and now, they are in a position to provide one of...
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...
Bauer Vapor Hyperlite Glove Review
If you were anything like me, you were likely wondering what Bauer’s Vapor Hyperlite series would look like in a glove—and how its features...
Bauer Vapor Hyperlite Protectives Review
If your style is more evasion and less on power, then the Hyperlite gear is the perfect set for you. No longer is the...
Bauer Supreme Mach Skate Review
Before, Ultrasonic and Hyperlite contended as Bauer’s top-of-the-line skates. Now, Bauer is ascending to their newest generation of power and speed: the Supreme Mach...
National Indigenous Peoples Day - A History of Canadian Indigenous Peoples and Hockey
On June 21, Canada celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day—a day where we observe the summer solstice (a very important event in many aboriginal cultures)...
CCM Axis 2 Leg Pad Review
The original Axis may have been a test drive for CCM and what they could do with stiff pads—and now with the Axis 2,...
CCM Axis 2 Catcher & Blocker Set Review
Prepare for a revolution; the Axis line from CCM is back in one of the biggest updates to a gear line yet, starting with...
Brian's G-NETik X5 Goalie Gear Review
For 2022, Brian's is making it easier for goalies of all skill levels to get in the game and bump up their play in...
CCM Tacks AS-V Pro Gloves Review
CCM’s Tacks line is starting anew with sleek updated graphics and exceptional performance in their next A-series gloves. The new AS-V Pro player gloves...
CCM AS-V Pro Protectives Review
CCM’s newest chapter in the Tacks saga can be best described as refined, bold, and ambitious. With a brand new graphics palette coupled with an...
Bauer Supreme Mach Leg Pad Review
You’ve likely seen and learned about the existence of these pads already, whether that be from sneaky NHL appearances, inside leaks, or the rather...
Bauer Supreme Mach Catcher & Blocker Review
The brand new Bauer Supreme Mach catcher and blocker are set to carry us toward the future of goaltending with cybernetic graphics and unrivalled...
Bauer NME ONE Goalie Mask Review
Get ready to dominate the ice with Bauer’s new NME ONE goalie mask. As the name implies, this new iteration in the NME line...
10 Classic Hockey Gifts and Some Adventurous Alternatives to Put in Stockings This Christmas
Stocking stuffers can be challenging to pick out. You want things they will appreciate and fit their interests. It can be a bit difficult...