Verbero – Quality hockey gear for everyone
Who likes spending $300+ on a stick? We all know hockey is expensive, from ice time cost to league fees to the equipment, it all adds up. However, there is one company out there that is trying to do its part to help lower the cost of hockey. That company is Verbero. In a time…
Read MoreSmall Business Helps Hockey
Hockey is in full swing and the holidays are a few weeks away. It is one of the most wonderful times of the year. While we can get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the season, I wanted to take some time to help expose some of the best small hockey businesses, social…
Read MoreBenefits of A Shorter Goalie Stick Paddle
What is one of the most overlooked piece of equipment? Not only the goalie stick, but goalie stick paddles. I wrote an article a few years ago about goalie stick paddle length, and I would like write about it again. I have worked with a lot of with goalies at several goalie camps across the…
Read MoreWhy vinyl wrap a goalie helmet?
What is one of the best things about being a goalie? It’s the goalie helmet and the design. A unique helmet design is a great way for the goalie to show off their taste in design or personal style. Through cost-effectiveness, and ease of application, vinyl wraps have become a popular choice for goalies to…
Read MoreWhat’s the difference between butterfly and hybrid goalie pads?
Do you know what goalie pad you need? Goalie leg pads are built for styles of goaltending. There are two primary types, a hybrid style pad, and a butterfly style pad. Each one is built for a specific purpose. This article will help explain the difference (hopefully) and help you identify what type of pad…
Read MoreMaria Mountain – Goalie Training Pro
If you’re a goalie, and have ever Googled, or searched on YouTube, for off-ice workouts there is a good chance Maria Mountain has popped up in the search. She is an Exercise Physiologist that is helping goalies (as well as other athletes) reach their sports goals, and recover from injuries faster. She has been helping…
Read MoreCustom Hockey Equipment
Does custom hockey equipment seem like something reserved just for the pros? It may be used to be, but over the past 20 years or so, there has been a move towards offering custom options for every type of player. In this article, I would like to explain some of the benefits of custom equipment.…
Read MoreSTÄRK Hockey – Made For Girls
Did you know that hockey is one of the fastest-growing sports for girls? It has grown by over 30% in the last 10 years. (SB Nation) With all the growth, there has never really been a brand of equipment design specifically for girls. Big companies have tried to design specifically for girls with shoulder pads…
Read MoreJRZ – Evolution of small hockey business
Small businesses are always evolving, changing, and growing. That is even true in the hockey world! JRZ is a small independent hockey company that makes quality goalie equipment and custom bags. It doesn’t matter if you’re in the NHL or a beer league, you get the same quality and service no matter what product. However,…
Read MoreHow often should I sharpen my skates?
How often should I sharpen my skates? That’s a question I have gotten from a lot of folks over the years. There really isn’t a correct answer as everyone is different even the pros. For example, Jake Allen will get his skates sharpened twice a week with swapping out steel every two weeks. Then Deven…
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