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True PX hockey stick on ice with puck at indoor rink, TheHockeyShop.com equipment

TRUE Catalyst PX Stick Review

We said last time that TRUE is constantly raising the bar with every new stick release. Just a few months ago, they came out with...

Katie Lakusta
Hockey player in CCM gear using Super Tacks AS4 Pro stick at The Hockey Shop ice rink.

CCM SuperTacks AS4 Pro Hockey Stick Review

CCM continues to lead the hockey world in terms of powerful, mid kick point hockey sticks. The Super Tacks family has always put a major...

Chad Purdy
Bauer Sling hockey stick close-up with green graphics on black background at TheHockeyShop.com

Bauer Sling Hockey Stick Review

Leave it to Bauer to absolutely revolutionize the hockey experience. They started the slingshot style with the Nexus ADV and now return with a refined...

Katie Lakusta
Hockey player using True Catalyst 9X stick on ice rink, wearing full gear, with visible True branding.

True Catalyst 9X Stick Review

Aim True. Get unparalleled accuracy with True’s newest stick The True Catalyst 9X is True’s lightest stick to date. Taking some components from the Project X...

Chad Purdy
Bauer Hyperlite hockey helmet close-up with green accents and performance slogan, TheHockeyShop.com

Bauer HyperLite Helmet Review

The Bauer HyperLite helmet will keep you feeling light, fast, and strong from the beginning of the game to the final buzzer. This revolutionary hockey...

Mac Colasimone
Hockey player in Bauer gear using Bauer Hyperlite stick on ice at TheHockeyShop.com rink.

Bauer Vapor HyperLite Stick Review

I was fortunate enough to try it out and I couldn’t get over the response and pop I could feel right away. If you’ve been...

Chad Purdy
Bauer Pro goalie skate with carbon blade on black floor, TheHockeyShop.com hockey gear

Bauer Pro Goal Skates Review

A Revolution in Goalie Movement - With a number of upgrades over the Ultrasonic such as a redesigned liner, fit system and tongue, along with an...

Chad Purdy
Hockey goalie in Bauer gear lacing skates, GSX vs Elite comparison, TheHockeyShop.com

Bauer Elite and GSX Goal Skates Review

A Revolution in Goalie Movement - With the release of their newly condensed skate line, we wanted to take a look at the new Bauer...

Chad Purdy
Bauer Hyperlite hockey skates in action on ice at The Hockey Shop

Bauer Vapor Hyperlite Senior Hockey Skates Review

With a unique approach for your skating stride and packed with a ton of new features, there’s about a billion reasons to like what the...

Chad Purdy
Hockey player adjusting Bauer Ultrasonic hockey shoulder and elbow pads in locker room

Bauer Supreme UltraSonic Protective Review

The new Bauer Supreme UltraSonic collection has been designed and engineered for the elite player who wants full coverage protection to be confident playing in...

Chad Purdy
CCM JetSpeed FT4 Pro hockey skates on ice, close-up, at TheHockeyShop.com rink.

CCM JetSpeed FT4 Pro Hockey Skates Review

New for this season in the Jetspeed lineup is the FT4 Pro skate. The newest rendition of CCM's popular skate model has some legacy features...

Chad Purdy
CCM JetSpeed FT4 Pro hockey protective gear set with gloves, pads, and pants displayed on black background.

CCM Jetspeed FT4 Pro Protective Review

The Jetspeed protective series of equipment has been one of the best fitting and lightweight gear on the market, but they’ve taken lightweight another step...

Chad Purdy
CCM Super Tacks X hockey helmet in black with logo, featured at The Hockey Shop.

CCM Super Tacks X Hockey Helmet Review

This cutting edge hockey helmet is the first to feature a 3D printed interior. Crafted with NEST Tech lattice, the Super Tacks X increases breathability,...

Mike Ball
Hockey goalie in red and white pads making a save on ice, featuring True TF9 skates.

True TF9 Goal Skate Review

After years of dominating the custom skate market with countless professional and elite goalies making the switch, True has finally brought a mid price point...

Chad Purdy
Hockey goalie in CCM EFlex5 pads and gear in front of net at TheHockeyShop.com rink.

CCM EFlex 5 Leg Pad Review: Take control of the game.

For 2021, CCM looks to build on the success of the incredibly popular EFlex 4 leg pad while updating them to compete with the modern...

Cedric Hastings
CCM EFlex 5 Pro goalie chest protector padding close-up at The Hockey Shop

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. ...

Chad Purdy
CCM EFlex 5.9 vs EFlex 5.5 goalie leg pads in orange and red at The Hockey Shop

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, the...

Chad Purdy
CCM EFlex E59 and E55 goalie blocker pads comparison, yellow-black and red-blue designs

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 notable...

Chad Purdy
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