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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.
CCM Eflex 5 Chest Protector
The new E-Flex chest protector features new design changes making it one of the best chest guards for mobility without sacrificing coverage.
CCM E-Flex 5.9 and 5.5 Leg Pads Review
With the release of the new E-Flex 5 leg pad comes the newly refreshed E5.9 and 5.5 pads. A new knee roll design, refined core,...
CCM E-Flex E5.9 and E5.5 Catcher/Blocker Review
One area where CCM has always stood above the rest is in their gloves. The E5.9 and E5.5 catcher and blocker feature a couple...
CCM Eflex 5 Trapper & Blocker Review
CCM took what was great about the E-Flex 4 and made the necessary tweaks to create an even better set of gloves.
Bauer Vapor 3X Leg Pads Review
With the release of all the impressive new technologies and features in the Hyperlite pad, the midline 3X has been placed in the shadows....
Bauer Vapor 3X Catcher & Blocker Review
One thing that Bauer has done a great job of in recent years is translating the features and feel of their pro gloves down...
Bauer Vapor Hyperlite Leg Pad Review: Vapor adds Stabiliflex
New for 2021, the Hyperlite pads bring modern technology and innovations to a soft, flexible pad. The new pad features key upgrades such as...
Bauer Vapor Hyperlite Goalie Stick Review
DURABILITY + GRIP + CONTROL = THE BEST BAUER GOALIE STICK EVER MADE. Traditionally, the Vapor line of goal sticks has lagged behind the...
Bauer Vapor Hyperlite Chest Protector Review
For the Hyperlite chest, Bauer wanted to keep the mobility, range of motion and lightweight construction users of the 2X Pro liked while adding...
Bauer Vapor Hyperlite Catcher & Blocker Review
When replacing a line as popular as the 2X Pro, Bauer had some big shoes to fill; with the new Hyperlite line they took...
Warrior Ritual Goalie Masks Review
Warrior took the time to fully develop this Ritual mask line, learning from issues with other masks in order to build something capable of...
Warrior Ritual X3 Goal Pant Review
Warrior’s pants are built like no other on the market, with a focus on coverage and mobility they’re able to offer a pant that...
Warrior Ritual X3 Chest Protector Review
The Ritual X3 is the first in a new line of chest guards that combines what was great about the G5 and GT2 to...
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...
NEW TRUE Lefevre Goal: Launch details!
Embodying decades of design expertise for elite comfort and unparalleled performance, the handcrafted TRUE Hockey goalie collection has arrived. Here’s what we know so...
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 Profile 960 Goalie Mask
With the new flagship Profile mask, Bauer kept the iconic 960 look while incorporating a number of changes to the shell and liner bringing...
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...
TRUE AX9 Stick Review
The all new TRUE A series sticks are now available at The Hockey Shop. Check out the new line of True sticks, including the...
CCM JetSpeed FT3 Pro Stick Review
The JetSpeed FT3 Pro is the quickest, most durable CCM stick yet. This stick features technologies that will turn any shot in the offensive...
Top 5 Back To Hockey Products
Hockey's going to be a little bit different. Here are our Top 5 Products that will make getting on the ice easier and safer....
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...
Bauer 2X Pro Glove Review
The first thing you’ll notice when you pick up the 2X Pro glove is how light it is. Then when you put them on,...
Bauer Supreme UltraSonic Skates
Wow...there’s a ton of ground to cover with Bauer’s latest skate launch. The Supreme UltraSonicskate features a major design overhaul while also kicking off...
Bauer Supreme Ultrasonic Goal Skates Review
From the time Bauer brought cowling-less goal skates to the crease, they’ve been the leading innovator in goal skates. This year they look to...
Warrior Covert QRE 10 Glove Review
The new QRE 10 hockey glove from Warrior is a crème de la crème product packed with all of Warrior’s premier glove specs –...
CCM Tacks 910 Helmet
The CCM Tacks 910 helmet is an impressive release. It has a ton of protective tech built into it as you’d expect for a...
CCM AS3 Pro Skate Review
The Super Tacks AS3 Pro skate brings a lot of refinement and an impressive new feature to the table for the 2020 season.
CCM Axis Goal Pads on-ice Review
To ring in the new decade, CCM brings us the all-new Axis line of equipment. This line not only waves goodbye to Premier but...
CCM Tacks AS3 Pro Goal Skate Review
After releasing their first cowling-less skate last year, the Jetspeed FT2, CCM looks to further improve with the Tacks AS3 Pro goal skate. With...
Bauer Supreme 3S Leg Pad Review
Bauer is a hockey powerhouse and while they produce some of the best pro gear, including this year's UltraSonic line, they have also improved...
Bauer Supreme 3S Blocker and Trapper Review
Having already reviewed the UltraSonic series, let’s bring our focus to the Bauer Supreme 3S catch glove and blocker. At an impressive price-point, the...
Warrior Corvert QRE10 Pants - First Look
The QRE 10 is the pro level hockey pant model from Warrior’s Covert Protective lineup and based on our first impressions we love what...
Brian's Optik 2 Chest Protector Review
From the first time I tried it on, I knew Brian’s had a winner. Let’s take a closer look at what's changed from the...
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 G5 Pro Goal Catcher and Blocker Review
This year Warrior bucked the trend and has produced a blocker that is new and exciting while both the trapper and blocker have increased...
Warrior Ritual G5 Pro Goal Leg Pad Review
With the Ritual G5 line, Warrior has continued to improve on their already impressive track record of providing functional innovation. The G5 Pro series...
CCM Axis A1.9 Leg Pad Review
To ring in 2020, CCM introduces the new Axis line and moves away from Lefevre and the Premier line. Along with the Axis, CCM...
CCM Axis 1.9 Blocker & Trapper Review
After taking the new A1.9 series from CCM out on the ice, read our take on the step down from the Pro level Axis model. The...
Bauer Ultrasonic Leg Pad First Look Review
New locked in knee block, new strapping top to bottom, adjusted flex profiles, and multiple new custom options. Check out our first look review...
Bauer Ultrasonic Catcher & Blocker First Look Review
A question that gets asked a lot in the goal equipment world is, how do you improve on a winning formula? The Bauer 2S...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...