Top Shelf: A Hockey Blog
Gear reviews, sizing guides, and everything else you need to play your best — from the team at North America's hockey superstore.
CCM Premier Chest Review
The CCM Premier chest is based on the Reebok P1, and has a similar fit and shape, it is a completely new chest. Additions...
Warrior Ritual G2 Chest Protectors Review
Not only has Warrior pushed the envelope with innovation and out of the box thinking, but they are refining and improving the staple elements...
Brian’s Smart Strap Toe Tie
This small accessory could have a big difference on your game’s performance as well as reducing the time required to gear up.
Bauer Vapor 1X Skates review
Besides being one of the sexiest looking skates we’ve ever seen, the Bauer Vapor 1X brings a lot of new technologies to talk about.
New Vaughn Velocity V6 2300 leg pads review
The 2300 leg pad, compared to the other two pads currently in the V6 line up focuses more on getting the maximum amount of...
CCM Ultra Tacks Stick Reviewed
With the upcoming launch of the CCM Ultra Tacks stick on June 26th, 2015, CCM has upped their game again and improved upon last...
CCM Fitlite Helmet Review
Available on our shelves June 26th, 2015, the new CCM Fitlite helmet takes over where the Reebok 11K helmet left off. But the rebranding...
Speed Theory - Dropping an Eyelet
Looking for more mobility? Drop it... See how dropping down one eyelet when lacing your skates will give you greater range of mobility and...
CCM Extreme Flex 2 Leg Pads Review
We got our hands on a set of CCM Extreme Flex 2 Leg Pads early and took to the ice to see how they...
CCM Extreme Flex 2 Catcher
Once again, CCM has added a great feeling catching glove to their line up. We got our hands on a set of CCM Extreme...
CCM Extreme Flex 2 Blocker
The Lefevre family has a long history of designing sweet blockers and the E-Flex 2 blocker is no exception to the rule. We got...
CCM Extreme Flex 2 Stick
CCM has expanded on their goalie stick line up and we got our hands on a CCM Extreme Flex 2 stick early and took...
How to apply Padskinz to your leg pads
Padskinz has taken the goalie market completely by storm, as it is a very unique product that currently has nothing remotely close to compete...
Wanna get ripped? Try the TRX Rip Trainer
Find out how the TRX Rip Trainer will help take your off ice workouts to another level. We break down 3 exercises specific to...
Turn sweat into energy with Bauer's Training Apparel
It’s a great time for fresh starts and new goals to get healthy; whether you’re a seasoned gym veteran or just beginning your fitness...
Cover Your Neck
Serious neck injuries are rare but when they happen tend to be severe. So let's cover all the different set ups just to be...
Turn sweat into energy with Bauer's Training New Apparel
It’s a great time for fresh starts and new goals to get healthy; whether you’re a seasoned gym veteran or just beginning your fitness...
Bauer Vapor 1X Stick Reviewed
Based on the amount of questions we’ve been getting from customers in store lately, the Bauer Vapor 1X looks like it’s going to be...
Don’t compromise... CCM Ribcor 40K Stick Reviewed
The CCM Ribcor 40K takes over where the Reebok Ribcor left off. This is a sexy looking twig. With improvements in technology from the...
Brian's G-N3Tik (G-NETik 3) Leg Pad Review
Brian's released the all new G-NETik Pro 3, A.K.A. "G-N3Tik". The G-NETik series has catered to the ‘hybrid’ style goalie, with a flexible construction...
Bauer Retailer of the Year Award 2014
It's not in our store's DNA to brag but we just had to take a moment to acknowledge something great that happened to our...
Bauer Elite Padded Compression Base Layer featuring 37.5 Technology
Bauer's new base layer compression gear has evolved. The new goalie-specific pant is a must-have for maximum protection between the pipes. It's also ideal...
Buying the right stick
Although sticks are arguably one of the most important pieces of gear for forwards, they are often overlooked by goaltenders. Have you ever walked...
Brian's G-NETik Pro 2 Leg Pads
Brian's has returned with what our staff believes is the most innovative and exciting leg pad to be released this year. With the G-NETik...
Brian's G-Netik Pro 2 Trapper & Blocker
With the G-Netik Pro 2, Brian’s set out to improve upon an already great blocker and trapper without taking away from what made it...
Speed Theory - Are you off your rocker?
There's often confusion around the subject of custom contouring. Sometimes referred to as profiling or rockering, and not to be confused with the traditional...
Improve your flow... EC3D Compression
Can compression garments make you a better player? As a beer leaguer who recently returned to the ice after nearly 6 years on the...
Bauer Retailer of the Year
Every year Bauer invites all the top hockey retailers world wide to a sunny destination for an event known as BauerWorld to unveil their...
5 Luxury Items for Your Hockey Bag
Get rid of those old tape balls and broken laces sitting in the bottom of your bag and treat yourself to some luxury accessories...
Warrior Tour – Alex Burrows Appearance
The Hockey Shop is pleased to announce that the Warrior Hockey Tour will be here for the #GetQuick Challenge on Saturday September 13th from...
Interview with CCM / Reebok Stick Category Manager Ryan Crelinsten
Last week I was lucky enough to sit down with Ryan Crelinsten, Stick Category Manager for Reebok Hockey & CCM Hockey . We swapped...
Kevin Bieksa “Meet & Greet” at The Hockey Shop
Last night at The Hockey Shop 50 lucky ticket holders and their guest had the opportunity to meet Kevin Bieksa of the Vancouver Canucks...