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04/09/2018 by Matt

2017 Bauer Vapor 1XR Skates

If you want the latest and greatest roller hockey skates for this summer, be sure to check out the 2017 Bauer Vapor 1XR skates. The Bauer Vapor 1XR skates will strongly resemble the most recent 1X ice skates, but with a top spec chassis and wheels instead. The skate will use a Curv composite quarter…

08/09/2017 by Matt

Bauer Vapor 1X Lite Stick

The Lite show is coming as Bauer Hockey is preparing to launch the all new Bauer Vapor 1X Lite stick in 2018. The Bauer Vapor 1X Lite stick will continue to focus on shooters who want a lightning quick release and Bauer has done this with two key technologies. First, Bauer will be introducing an all…

07/21/2017 by Matt

Adidas to Sell CCM Hockey for $100 million

Adidas will be selling their CCM Hockey brand for around $100 million to a private Canadian equity firm called Birch Hill Equity Partners. The move comes a few years after Adidas initially tried to unload their hockey brand. Back in 2013, they were unsuccessful at doing so at a price of $150 million. CCM currently…

07/19/2017 by Matt

CCM Super Tacks 2.0 Stick Review

CCM Hockey recently released an update to their Tacks line of sticks. At the pro level, we have the all new Super Tacks 2.0 stick which includes a few great updates that CCM hopes will take this stick to a new level. Have they outdone themselves once again with the Tacks line? Thanks to our…

07/16/2017 by Matt

STX Stallion HPR Stick

STX has now released their latest stick, the all new STX Stallion HPR stick. The Stallion HPR is all about balance point and a new blade, so let’s dive in further to check out the great features this stick offers. The new STX Stallion HPR stick features an ultra-high balance point. This creates a more…

True Pro Custom Skates by Scott Van Horne

06/28/2017 by Matt

True Pro Custom Skate by Scott Van Horne

After purchasing VH Footwear, True Hockey will put their own spin on the successful skates by launching the True Pro Custom Skates by Scott Van Horne in July. While the information we currently have on the skates is limited, we have received a few sneak peeks of the True Pro Custom Skates courtesy of True Hockey…

06/27/2017 by Matt

CCM Signs Top Draft Pick Nico Hischier

Last week CCM Hockey agreed to terms on a deal with #1 overall draft pick Nico Hischier to join their impressive list of NHL players and brand ambassadors. Hischier was selected first overall by the New Jersey Devils in the NHL Draft last Friday. He will have plenty of opportunity to show off his CCM…

06/23/2017 by Matt

Nolan Patrick Signs With Bauer Hockey

Nolan Patrick, despite his injury struggles this past season, has long been projected as a number one draft pick in the 2017 NHL Draft. His quickness, elite hands, and impressive skill set have all been contributing factors to his prominence in this years draft. It is also these same qualities that made him an enticing…

06/20/2017 by Matt

Warrior Alpha Sticks Available for Pre-Order

For many Warrior Hockey fans, the day you have been waiting for is finally here. As of last week, the all new Warrior Alpha line of sticks are officially available for pre-order from IceWarehouse.com. The all new Warrior Alpha stick line includes half a dozen sticks at different price points and all sorts of tremendous…

06/08/2017 by Matt

CCM Ribcor Trigger 2 Stick

Later this year, CCM Hockey will introduce a refresh to their Ribcor line of sticks and leading the way will be the all new CCM Ribcor Trigger 2 stick. With an updated taper and flex ratio, the Ribcor Trigger 2 stick promises to be the best Trigger yet. The all-new CCM Ribcor Trigger 2 stick…