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What they’re wearing will be a new feature for the Great Skate Blog which will focus in on the gear being worn by players from around the NHL. These posts will focus on both skaters and goaltenders so both groups of players are well represented. Hopefully this series not only gives you a better idea of what your favorite players are wearing, but clue you in to which gear you may be looking to pick up the next time you’re at Great Skate. My first target for WTW is Mikhail Grigorenko, the top prospect...Bauer Supreme line offers anatomic perfection
Bauer’s collection of gear for 2013 introduced a plethora of new technology and features that was introduced across three different families of equipment. The Nexus line came aboard with the well-established Vapor and Supreme lines. Bauer has always been a personal favorite of mine, particularly when it came to protective equipment. I haven’t upgraded my protective gear in a while, but there hasn’t been much need to do so. I’ve been very pleased with my shoulder pads and pants which are both from...Round Two Predictions
As round two begins I’d like to offer my prognosticating skills up to you all once again for the four series that will set the stage for the Conference Finals. After missing only two series in the first round (ignore that I lost both of my Cup predicted teams) I fully expect to go 0-for-4 with my second round predictions. Eastern Conference Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Ottawa Senators The Penguins sudden issues in goal have made them quite vulnerable. Their six-game triumph over the Islanders only lasted...
Safety features lead th...
Ever the forerunner in helmet design and safety, Bauer has introduced two more models to their line for 2013. With concussion prevention, treatment and education at an all-time high, Bauer has taken the lead in ensuring that their products will provide players with cutting edge protection...
Show your style off the...
Over the past few years equipment manufacturers have begun to introduce a growing line of performance and casual apparel for hockey players and fans to sport whether they’re at or away from the rink. This growing line of apparel has allowed hockey players to wear a banner, so to speak,...
Welcome back to hockey
Just one short month ago in this space we discussed how to curb the effects of the lockout blues. As the calendar turned to 2013 there was still not an end to the most recent NHL labor dispute and hockey starved fans needed an outlet to see this great game. Lucky enough, the NHL and NHLPA...
Warrior breaking tradit...
Warrior’s introduction to the hockey world has been far from ordinary. After building a strong niche with their stick and glove designs; the company recently ventured into the realm of goal equipment. Warrior pulled pad guru Pete Smith to head the design group building their goal...
Hockey Fitness: Build e...
Hockey is a special game that combines just about every aspect of an individual’s athleticism. Hand-eye coordination, stamina, balance, strength and speed are all valuable traits for a player to possess. While it is incredibly important to have the endurance to give the same effort with...
Warrior Dynasty AX1 Hoc...
Warrior Dynasty AX1 Composite Hockey Stick The Warrior Dynasty AX1 hockey stick launched in the NHL last night and will be in stores February 1st. It is a mid-flex stick with...
Bauer glove line offers...
As different technology becomes prevalent across the board in the sport of hockey, the way companies institute said technology will change as well. Lightweight foams and design changes brought about a evolution in goaltending equipment in the early 2000s and now a similar trend is...