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Jake Oettinger with the Konekt2 skate

Bauer Konekt2 Goalie Skate Review: Features and Improvements

Replacing the popular Konekt is the Konekt2; Bauer has addressed some key feedback from the previous iteration to make a more durable, comfortable and better-performing...

Cedric Hastings
close up of a hockey player holding the Nexus Tracer

Bauer Nexus Tracer Stick Review

Get ready to elevate your game with the Bauer Nexus Tracer. In this article, we’ll be looking into the features that set it as the...

Katie Lakusta
detail image of the Covert text logo on the QR6 Pro

Warrior Covert QR6 Pro Stick Review

Warrior's low kick Covert line welcomes a new member: the QR6 Pro hockey stick, engineered to provide superior quick release and precision. We’ll take a...

Katie Lakusta
Hilary Knight skating in Bauer Shadow skates

Bauer Supreme Shadow Hockey Skate Review

For this upcoming season, Bauer has upgraded their Supreme skate family to the Shadow line, their most innovative skate yet. In this article, we’ll review...

Katie Lakusta
detail image of the R\G7 Pro text logo

Warrior Ritual G7 Goalie Gear Review

The updated G7 line builds off the success of the G6 by incorporating several user-friendly changes inspired directly by goaltender feedback. In this review, we’ll...

Cedric Hastings
close-up of tthe side of the XF Pro skate

CCM Tacks XF Pro Skate Review

CCM’s newest addition to their renowned Tacks skate family, the XF Pro, is designed for players who want to maximize power and efficiency in every...

Katie Lakusta
hockey player stickhandling the puck while skating

Hockey Basics: 8 Drills to Improve Your Stickhandling

Stickhandling is a crucial skill to prioritize, particularly if you want to take your game to the next level. We’ll explore the basics of stickhandling...

Katie Lakusta
FTW Launch Party

Celebrating Women's Hockey - CCM FTW VIP Launch Party with Jessie Eldridge

Join us as we review the exciting CCM FTW Launch Party featuring PWHL star Jessie Eldridge. Celebrate the growth of women's hockey with us at...

Makenna Bergen
Team China vs Team USA

Pioneers on Ice: Celebrating Asian Heritage Month in Hockey

Asian Heritage Month is an opportunity to explore and learn more about the culture and history of Asian cultures, which would include East Asian, South...

Katie Lakusta
CCM XF Goalie Gear Review

CCM Axis XF Goalie Pads: Improved Fit, Enhanced Rebounds.

Discover the CCM Axis XF line: goalie gear with enhanced performance, fit, and protection. Updated pads, catcher, and blocker for ultimate agility and control. ...

Cedric Hastings
Bauer Hyperlite 2 Goalie Pads Review

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 improve...

Cedric Hastings
Bauer Hyperlite 2 Goalie Pads Review

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 name...

Cedric Hastings
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