Ice hockey is a sport that demands speed, agility, and control. As an ice hockey player, I know how crucial it is to have a pair of skates that can keep up with the fast-paced and physically demanding nature...
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Bauer Vapor 2X Pro Ice Hockey Skate – Our Review
There’s nothing quite like the launch of a new pair of Bauer skates to peak excitement levels – so we jumped at the chance to get our hands on a pair and see what’s new. Bauer’s Vapor 1X is the most heavily...
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CCM Jetspeed FT2 Ice Hockey Skate – Our Review
The Jetspeed is back – and the FT2 version is far more than just an FT1 with a 2019 colour scheme. Carrying on CCM’s range of more tapered and neater fitting skates, the FT2 boasts a huge number of adjustments, tweaks...
Best Ice Hockey Skates for Beginners
What’s the big deal about ice hockey skates? You’d think it was pretty simple – you just need a boot with a blade on them. The fact is that it’s not quite as simple as all that. As sportswear has evolved over the...
Bauer Nexus 2N Ice Hockey Skates Review
We thoroughly tested the Bauer Nexus 1Ns last year – and found them to be an outstanding pair of skates, so we were obviously keen to get our hands on 2018’s Nexus 2N. With a style overhaul and a handful of improved...
CCM Super Tacks AS1 Ice Hockey Skate – Our Review
Brand new for 2018, The Super Tacks AS1 skate is the latest incarnation of CCM’s exceptional one-piece Super Tacks design. Now, usually, we’d tear the box open, tell you what we think – then get out onto the ice for a...
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How often should I sharpen my ice hockey skates?
Ice hockey is a fast-paced, physical sport that demands speed, control, and agility on the ice. While having the right equipment is essential for optimal performance, many ice hockey players overlook one of the most...
Ice Hockey Skate Maintenance – All You Need To Know
Maintaining your ice hockey skates is essential for ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience on the ice. A well-maintained skate will provide better balance, control, and power when skating. It also helps to minimize...
How To Bake Your Ice Hockey Skates
You’ve saved up and bought your dream hockey skates. You can’t wait to get out on the ice and start skating, so you lace up those bad boys and head out to play ice hockey. Things are going okay, except that the skates...
