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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 Re-Akt 200 Helmet Review
For 2017, Bauer has launched the newest model in their helmet line up, the RE-AKT 200. It features a new shell design, new foam...
Bauer Vapor 1X Goal Skate Review
The Vapor 1X is the newest high-end goal skate from Bauer, and will have price-point options in the Vapor X900 and X700 goal skates....
Bauer Vapor 1X Goal Stick Review
The Bauer Vapor 1X goal stick is the first goal stick to combine the performance advantages of a composite with the feel of a...
Warrior Ritual CR Composite Goal Sticks Review
New for 2017 are the Ritual CR composite goal sticks. The Ritual CR1, CR2 and CR3 composite goal sticks give you three options, so...
TENDYFEST 2017 - The Ultimate Goalie Demo Day
We've brought back all the top goal suppliers under one roof with gear for you to try on the ice AND GIVE AWAYS!
Vaughn Ventus SLR Pro Carbon Leg Pad Review
New for 2017, Vaughn has released the Ventus SLR Pro Carbon leg pads, designed with HD foams and carbon to be a lightweight, butterfly-style...
Vaughn Ventus SLR Pro Carbon Blocker & Trapper Review
New for 2017 are the Vaughn SLR Pro Carbon blocker and trapper. Building off a successful Ventus LT98 series, Vaughn made some small tweaks...
2017 Bauer Vapor 1X Blocker & Catcher
New for 2017, the Bauer Vapor 1X blocker and trapper combine a traditional and comfortable feel with a new approach to making goalie equipment....
2017 Bauer VAPOR 1X OD1N Leg Pads Review
Following in the footsteps of the Supreme 1S, the new Bauer Vapor 1X leg pads are constructed with the same OD1N technology. Bauer’s Reactor...
Warrior Ritual GT Pro Leg Pad Review
The new Warrior Ritual GT leg pads are designed to be softer than the Ritual G3s, catering to goalies that prefer a traditional feeling...
Warrior Ritual GT Pro Blocker and Trapper
The new Warrior Ritual GT Pro blocker and trapper are made with a super lightweight construction and high-quality materials, for fast hands and pro-level...
Recap of TENDYFEST 2016
Check out recap of the 2016 TENDYFEST Ultimate Goalie Demo Day as we get ready to launch the 2nd annual event for 2017.
True XC9 ACF Stick Review 2017
The first thing I noticed when testing out the new XC9 ACF is that this is as close to a wood feel blade for...
CCM Tacks 710 Helmet First Look
The upcoming CCM Tacks 710 player’s helmet is CCM’s update to the Resistance line of helmets. Drawing from the protective materials and philosophies found...
CCM Super Tacks Protective First Look
CCM’s new iteration of protective equipment, the Super Tacks line, comes in this year as one of the premiere protective ranges on the market....
2017 CCM Pro Goalie Mask
Inspired by the Lefevre family Pro mask, the second generation CCM Pro goalie mask combines an authentic Lefevre design with new technology for top...
CCM Extreme Flex III Goal Stick Series
The new E-Flex III stick is the result of CCM working closely with their NHL goalies. This close relationship between the company and its...
CCM Dek and Ball Hockey Equipment Review
CCM has recently launched their own foray into Dek and Ball Hockey-specific equipment, producing a wide range of products that can fill the needs...
CCM Extreme Flex 3 Blocker Review
CCM and Lefevre continue to design great gloves, year after year. While the mantra is “a blocker is a blocker,” the blocker is the...
CCM Extreme Flex 3 Leg Pads Review
When it comes to goalie equipment, CCM is the model of consistency. Every year, both their pros and their aspiring pros know the type...
CCM Premier Chest and Pants
This April 2017, CCM will be releasing the second version of its CCM Premier chest & arm protector. With an extensive use of D3O®...
CCM Extreme Flex 3 Trapper Review
Shop all Goalie Blocker Collection → A new double-T pocket to never lose sight of the puck. A new NHL season is upon us,...
CCM Jetspeed FT1 Hockey Skates Review
CCM is due to release their Jetspeed FT1 skate on April 28, 2017, and we got a first look at the successor to the...
Brian's G-N3Tik (G-NETik 3) Trapper and Blocker Review
the G-NETik blocker and trapper have offered maximum blocking surface and a basket-like catching performance. Let’s talk about the new G-N3Tik gloves.
New Bauer Nexus 1N Stick Review
Let’s start this off with a question, did you love the Bauer Nexus 1N Stick? If you answered yes to this, then should definitely...
Warrior Covert Throwback Sticks Review
Warrior has hit the mark perfectly with the release of their Covert Throwback series, showing their dedication to creating product fueled by the wants...
Sherwood BPM 150 Stick Review
Whether you’re digging for pucks, throwing sauce, or popping bottles, the BPM 150 should be able to perform in every situation you throw at...
Warrior Ritual G2 Classic Pro Chest & Arms
The Ritual G2 Classic Pro simplifies Warrior’s approach to a pro level chest protector. This chesty provides you the same pro level protection as...
Bauer Supreme 1S LE Skate Review
Are you looking for the ultimate in top end explosive power? Look no further than the Supreme 1S. With new tech, an even better...
Bauer Supreme 1S LE Stick Review
An evolution has taken place within Bauer and the 1S LE brings Bauer’s best to the forefront. Let’s help you put the puck in...
CCM RIBCOR Trigger Stick Review
CCM’s RIBCOR line has always been known for their ability to release the puck quickly with minimal load and the newly designed RIBCOR Trigger...
Vaughn V7 XR and XF: What’s the Difference?
Velocity 7 is here from Vaughn! Like last season’s V6 line, the V7 lineup features two different models to choose from: V7 XR and...
Bauer Prodigy Youth Sticks Review
Choosing the right stick can sometimes be a bit overwhelming. Priced at $54.99, the Bauer Prodigy sticks provide parents and beginners good value in...
Vaughn V7 XF Pro Carbon THS Spec Chest Protector
If you’re looking to get a new chest protector for next season and beyond, you ought to strongly consider the Vaughn V7 XF Pro...
CCM JetSpeed Inline Skate Review
Looking for ice-skate quality? Answer... the CCM JetSpeed inline skates. The JetSpeed boot is almost identical in terms of stiffness and quality and is...
Bauer Supreme Goal Sticks Review
Bauer continues their successful Supreme composite goal stick lineup, with the introduction of the Supreme 1S, S190, S170 and S150 sticks. At all four...
Brian’s SubZero 7.0 Series Review
Brian’s Custom Sports has come out with another great price-point model, that emulates their pro level SubZero Pro 3. Made in the Philippines using...
Warrior Covert QRL Stick Review
A lightning-quick stick specifically designed for lightning-quick shooters is the tagline for the new Warrior Covert QRL and Warrior looks to bring the success...
CCM Super Tacks Stick Review
The release of the Super Tacks stick brings about a new, true all-in-one stick designed to be used in every game situation and perform...
Bauer Profile 960XPM Goal Mask Review
The Profile 960 mask has been the most popular mask at pro, college and junior levels, because of it’s protection and iconic look. Bauer,...
Bauer Vapor 1X 2016 Stick Review
Being able to innovate on an already successful platform is no easy task, even for the likes of Bauer. Yet, they have managed to...
CCM RBZ Revolution Stick Review
The new CCM RBZ Revolution aims to deliver the next generation of shooting performance. The RBZ Revolution brings about many new changes unseen before...
The New CCM Visor Review
Having excellent vision on the ice is something some players are born with, but if you’re one of the few who would like to...
Bauer 1N Protective Review
If you’re in the market for top-end gear with that classic fit, the Nexus 1N lineup would be your perfect match. We get our...
Bauer Supreme Matrix Skate Review
The 2016 Supreme Matrix skate is available exclusively at Source for Sports stores and is packed full of pro level features. The Matrix is...
Warrior Covert QRL Gloves Review
The QRL could be the ultimate glove in terms of protection, fit, and feel and Warrior claims that it is currently the lightest, most...
Bauer Nexus 1N Skate Review
The final revamp to the Bauer skate lineup comes to the Nexus. The Nexus 1N still provides that classic, wider fit you’ve come to...
Bauer Supreme 1S Chest and Goal Pants Review
Along with the release of Bauer’s highly anticipated OD1N project comes the rest of the Supreme 1S line. The Bauer’s Supreme 1S chest &...
Warrior Swagger Stick Collection
If you’re in the market for some new lumber, we have brought in four of Warrior’s newest Swagger sticks. The Swagger Pro, Pro LTE,...