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CCM JetSpeed FT2 Hockey Stick Available Now!
With the latest iteration of CCM’s most versatile performance stick, they didn’t set out to reinvent the wheel. Rather, they made improvements to the shaft and blade, while staying true to what made the FT1 so popular.
The first improvement was to the shaft. The new R-Shape Geometry features rounder corners, concave sides, and a streamlined shape throughout, resulting in a more comfortable fit within the natural shape of players’ hands. This design provides players with a more controlled feel while stickhandling and shooting.
The new JF-80 blade features a proprietary dampened core delivering a lightweight and controlled feel. This core assists in puck control while stickhandling, shooting, and receiving passes. The new blade also features a reinforced heel and to for increased durability.
Check out the new CCM JetSpeed FT2 in our Stick Cellar and try before you buy in our Shooting Booth!
New Bauer Vapor 2x Pro Goalie Gear Available Now!
Reach a new level of speed on the ice. The new C.O.R.T.E.C.H ST skin is improved for better slide, durability and faster rebounds. And the Dynamic Flex core gives the pads a flexible feel above and below the knee.
Supreme vs. Vapor Goalie Pads: Supreme pads feature a single break below the knee with a stiff, fused boot for goalies who like technical and precise movements. Vapor pads have a double break above and below the knee with soft boot flex. Perfect for agile, reactive goalies.
Constructed with Curv® composite and XRD® foam, the new deep single T, and catch grip pro palm, this glove gives a better grip and feel when making saves. The new max-depth pocket allows for a better “stick” once the puck hits the glove.
The new thin tapered Curv Composite provides a lightweight feel, and incredible durability from repeated shots.
The Bauer Vapor 2X Pro chest protector has new adjustability in the stomach and arms for enhanced mobility, and has overall increased protection from previous models. High-end Curv Composite construction adds unmatched protection throughout the chest and arms.
The Bauer Vapor 2x goalie skate is lightweight, mobile and protective— perfect for goalies who are quick on their feet. Designed to bring a new level of agility to the game’s most dynamic goalies. The Dynamic Tongue Flex molded insert gives goalies an edge by acting like a spring to move them forward into their stance. The Curv™Composite Quarter and Composite Outsole on the VAPOR 2X goal skate reduces weight, increasing stiffness for better weight transfer and increased quickness. The Vertexx Edge holder is a goalie-specific holder that eliminates the cowling and adds extra height, giving it a superior attack angle. The LS5 Carbon Steel is the strongest steel on the market today.
The Bauer Vapor 2X Pro Senior composite goalie stick is an elite level goalie stick that emphasizes durability. Optimized flex profile also makes it easier to play the puck.
Brian’s G-NETik IV Pro Goalie Gear
The latest generation of the ultra popular Brian’s G-Netik family of goalie gear is here! While remaining true to the G-Netik concept of softer, more “traditional flex, the new pads add the feature of more torsional flex than any other Brian’s model. Add to that all the modern features you’ve come to expect from Brian’s like simplified Smart Straps and Smart Cord boot strapping.
Pads-
- Smart cord
- Pro 2 Knee Pad System – Compatible with included Pro 2 Knee Pad, can be worn attached to pad or independent
- E-FOAM Technology – Lightweight foam used throughout pro products
- Smart boot
- Primo – Brian’s popular material known for its durability, produces a strong, smooth sliding surface
- Binding-less inside gusset – Creates less drag when sliding across ice, especially on snowy ice late in the game
- Firmer foam – Designed with higher density foam to create a firmer sliding surface
- Laced-in knee block – Reduces drag by creating a more solid connection point for the knee stack, keeping it from fighting the pad while driving the knee pad into the ice
- Torsion Flex Technology
- Internal knee rolls
The catcher and blocker remain true to their progenitors but incorporate the exciting BOA System that made the OPTiK series the talk of the goalie world
Catcher-
- BOA System – The placement of two individual BOA dials allows for the tension level on the hand and wrist to be customized ensuring the desired feel stays consistent all game
- Back-Hand – Tension keeps the hand secure over the break of the glove
- Wrist – Tension secures wrist pad as tight as desired without straps hanging sloppy out of the glove. The floating wrist pad ensures movement and wrist flex is fully attainable
- HEX-AIR – The floating wrist pad features HEX-AIR for increased comfort and air flow
- Digitech palm
- E-FOAM Technology – Lightweight foam used throughout pro products
- Double T
- 35° break angle
- True 1 piece cuff
- Redesigned closure – The glove has been completely re-designed on the backside to help enhance the closure and allow the glove backside to work in unison with the catching side. The glove also features a unique combination of lightweight materials to give the glove a much lighter, balanced feel
- Flat fingers
- Segmented back hand
- Elastic/Velcro back hand access
Blocker-
- BOA System – Replacing traditional backhand strapping, the BOA System allows the user to dial in a custom fit ensuring a secure, comfortable and consistent feel
- Beveled nose
- Digitech palm
- Squared blocker board
- Redesigned wrist strap
- Neutral hand position
- E-Foam technology – Lightweight foam used throughout pro products
- Firm, rigid HD blocker face
Brian’s G-NETik IV Pro goalie gear available now for purchase or custom order
Create New Goals With The CCM Ribcor Trigger 3D!
The CCM Ribcor line has been a favorite amongst the “low kick” crowd for years now. With the launch of the Ribcor Trigger 3D we see some major changes in technology without affecting the long time appeal. CCM used an all-new speared shaft construction and X-Flow Resin Technology that significantly improves energy transfer, durability and overall playability. The unique RibCor Shaft Geometry is much more gradual this year, which better allows energy to transfer through the stick and into the puck for a quicker, harder shot release. Here are the specs-
- Construction:
- Speared one-piece construction with Sigmatex 18K Carbon Fiber
- Flatter, spread two weave that is lighter, stronger and more responsive than ever before
- Provides a superb level of durability, strength, and stiffness in the lower hosel area
- New speared construction provides a more direct feel for the puck and more efficient transfer of energy through each shot
- Enhanced RibCor Pop Matrix Technology
- Smoother integrated of the Pop Matrix allows for a more effective energy transfer
- Optimized construction keeps performance fibers in permanent tension while the shaft corners help to protect them
- Performance fibers have been re-engineered to deliver an even quicker shot release and a more efficient energy transfer process than the previous generations
- X-Flow Technology
- New manufacturing process that provides better a strength-to-weight ratio by using less resin and more carbon fiber
- Speared one-piece construction with Sigmatex 18K Carbon Fiber
- Flex Profile:
- Optimized Low-kick Point
- Ideal for the “finesse” shooter who’s looking to get a shot off as quick as possible
- Enables for the x and y-axis of the stick to unload at the same time for better efficiency and effectiveness
- Optimized Low-kick Point
- Geometry:
- Straight sidewalls with rounded corners
- Grip:
- Grip stick coating
- Blade:
- Ascent Blade 3 Construction with tactile blade surface
- Soft heel that gradually gets stiffer as it nears the toe for excellent puck feel for stickhandling and deadly accuracy when shooting
- Ultra-lightweight design raises the balance point for enhanced playability
- Aramid fiber reinforced heel and toe for significant durability improvements
- Ascent Blade 3 Construction with tactile blade surface
CCM Ribcor Trigger 3D is available for purchase 11/2/18
Introducing Bauer Supreme 2S Pro Stick- Welcome To Boomtown!
The new Bauer Supreme 2S Pro stick continues the legacy of the Bauer “power” line. The shaft will also continue to use TeXtreme carbon fiber, but will now include a new DuraFlex resin system which will help lead to a stronger and more durable shaft. Maximum Power Kick flex profile that we’re now familiar with on the Supreme line. The MPK flex profile leads to a 14% more energy stored during a shot while 20% more power is unloaded due to the stiffer and thicker lower third of the shaft and more flexible upper handle. Bauer has also upgraded the blade with Advanced Carbon Layering, which involves optimizing the fiber placement in order to improve durability and the strength to weight ratio. Here are the specs-
- Construction:
- Lightweight TeXtreme® Carbon Fiber
- TeXtreme® is 20% lighter and manages impact stresses 20% better than traditional carbon fiber
- Monocomp Technology
- True one-piece compression molding process, eliminates “fusion” or connection point between shaft and blade
- Gives players an unreal responsive and consistent feel from top to bottom
- Best process available for a lightweight and balanced hockey stick
- Duraflex Resin
- Next-generation shaft resin that focuses on handling stresses from impacts and flex
- Provides better durability causing by continually bowing out the stick as players trend down in flex rating
- Lightweight TeXtreme® Carbon Fiber
- Flex Profile:
- Supreme Power Taper
- The .520 power taper boost torsional stiffness to maximize loading with less torquing and twisting for better control and precision
- Maximum Power Kick (MPK) Mid-Flex Profile with an Extended Transfer Zone
- 11% more effective Transfer Zone provides the same big-time shot power but is now much more efficient on the quicker releasing snap and wrist shots
- The re-engineered mid kick point was designed to release more energy, more efficiently
- Lower 1/3rd of the stick is stiffer and thicker than before, which helps to push the kick point higher
- Supreme Power Taper
- Geometry:
- Squared corners with straight sidewalls
- Offers a traditional, boxy feel in the hands for maximum grip
- Squared corners with straight sidewalls
- Grip:
- Tacky grip finish
- Blade:
- RenewCore with TeXtreme 18K Carbon fiber
- Provides next-level durability and shot power with a pressurized, liquid state gel core
- As cracks begin to form inside of the blade, the pressurized gel fills them in to help provide support and strength for a longer lasting entire blade
- The gel’s unique properties increase shot power and overall puck feel by absorbing the energy and directly returning it into the puck
- Provides next-level durability and shot power with a pressurized, liquid state gel core
- ACL (Advanced Carbon Layering) Technology
- 13% thinner internal carbon layers with more fiber angles reduce weight without sacrificing strength
- Advanced design technique with an optimized fiber placement increases durability and strength-to-weight ratios
- eLASTech Technology
- Proprietary resin with carbon nanotubes reinforcements and tougheners that provide a 56% increase in strength compared to standard resin
- Extends the life of the stick by helping to keep micro-fractures from growing and spreading
- RenewCore with TeXtreme 18K Carbon fiber
The Bauer Supreme 2S Pro is available for purchase on 11/2/18
SuperDeker Advanced Training System Available Now!
\SuperDeker is here! The most exciting, interactive, and fun off-ice training tool to come along in years is now available at Sports Etc. The SuperDeker Training System is great fun for all ages. The system helps keep skills fresh and also helps players of all ages develop new skills with the 3 different game modes- Training, Hot Shot, & Speed Passing. Stop by the new Sports Etc Stick Cellar to experience SuperDeker for yourself!
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Your Feet, Your Skate- The Rise Of The 3D Custom Skate
If you’ve played hockey for any length of time you’ve come to the conclusion that, while there are many skates to choose from, finding the perfect fit is not always a simple task. That’s no longer an issue. With major leaps forward in 3D imaging and 3D printers, getting a pair of perfectly fit custom skates has never been easier.
True/VH has been offering custom skates to consumers longer than anyone else. Utilizing a 3D scan of each foot via iPad and scanner, a 3D model of your foot is made and the skates are built around them. Each pair is made by hand to your specifications in Winnipeg, Ontario. A real favorite among players and, in particular, goalies.
Earlier in 2018, CCM leaped into the fray. The methodology is similar to TRUE with a major difference being both feet are scanned at the same time and the scan also includes the bottoms of the feet. Much like TRUE, a full custom skate option is available. The game changer with CCM is the ability to get scanned and have a set of stock CCM Tacks AS1 (player or goalie) custom pressure molded to the 3D model at the factory. When the skates arrive, they are ready to go. This is the fastest, most straightforward path to custom fit skates.
Most recently, Bauer added the ability to use their existing 3D Skate Lab technology to allow customers to order full custom skates. With the MyBauer custom skate you get scanned, choose your skate family, then customize from there with your choice of tongue, facings, lining, and steel. You even get to add your name and # to the tongue.
So there is no need to suffer through sore feet anymore. Call or stop in and let one of our custom skate experts review your choices and walk you through the whole process from scanning to skates!
Introducing the CCM Super Tacks AS1 Hockey Stick- Dare To Dominate!
Just arrived! The 2018 CCM Super Tacks AS1 hockey stick pushes the boundaries of performance and has become the new standard for Mid-Kick point sticks. The stiffness profile has been revisited to maximize loading while providing great stability and control. Not only can players benefit from a great, powerful stick, but the feel has been substantially improved. The new X-Flow technology allows for a 10g weight reduction while improving compaction for better durability.
Check out some of the highlights:
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KICK POINT: Max loading, mid-kick point. A soft mid-section allows for a longer loading period which increases the energy stored, while the stiff taper maximizes stability throughout the shot
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SHAFT TECHNOLOGY: X-Flow Technology is an optimized molding technology which allows for better compaction of the stick’s fibers, while also providing increased durability and lighter weight
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BLADE: ACU3 Blade: A lighter but very stiff layup with a tactile surface for maximum shot control. Also features a reinforced toe and heel for unparalleled durability.
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INTERMEDIATE GEOMETRY: Designed with the help of Elite women’s hockey players and a cross-section of youth players, rounded corners and concave sides for better control and comfort.
Sports Etc Performance To Value Rating- 9 out of 10- The CCM Super Tacks AS1 is a performance hockey stick offering the most natural flex point of any stick on the market today. The softer mid-section of the stick creates a longer loading period, which maximizes energy and power. Combined with a 10 gram weight reduction, the AS1 is a can’t miss stick for 2018!
Be A Game Changer: The New CCM JetSpeed Hockey Stick!
Developed for the speed of today’s game, the 2018 CCM JetSpeed hockey stick features a hybrid kick point, a new geometry and the Jetstream blade. The new hybrid kick point creates a power hinge effect allowing the player to more fully load the shaft without any twist occurring in the shaft. The new JetSpeed shape provides a unique combination of comfort and control, while the JetStream blade employs CCM’s patented multi-channel blade and proprietary dampening material to achieve a blend of lightweight and feel. The final structure is reinforced with Sigmatex spread-tow technology from top to bottom, making it one of the most advanced products in the marketplace. Check out some of the highlights:
- HYBRID KICK POINT: The new kick point creates a hinge effect which allows for greater power while featuring a soft taper zone for increased speed.
- JETSTREAM BLADE: Featuring a multi-channel blade with a dampening layer on the entire face to achieve a unique blend of lightweight, feel and consistency.
- JETSPEED SHAFT: The new geometry offers a smooth transition area to maximize bending and efficiently transfer the energy stored.
- SIGMATEX: An exclusive spread tow fabric developed by one of the world’s leaders in composite technology that is not only ultra-lightweight, but very strong due its high tension weaving process.
Sports Etc Performance To Value Rating– 9 out of 10- Excellent value for a high-end performance stick. Ideal for any player looking for a mid or high flex point for a powerful shot.
Introducing the Bauer Nexus 2N Pro Hockey Stick!
The Bauer Nexus 2N Pro hockey stick is the latest edition of the extremely popular Nexus line of sticks from Bauer. The Bauer Nexus 2N Pro provides a mid-kick point and Sweet Spot technology, features a Textreme construction for a lightweight and dependable feel that will hold its flex over time with the help of the new Duraflex resin system. The easy load taper technology allows for quick shots, while the mid-kick profile allows for more powerful and accurate shots. The eLASTech blade on the Bauer Nexus 2N Pro combines with the new ACL blade technology to provide a responsive blade with tons of feel. It also features the new R-Lite Blade system, which creates a more balanced feel in the stick through reduced blade weight as well as an overall stick weight reduction of 10 grams compared to the 1N.
Sports Etc Performance-to-Value Rating: 9 out of 10. The new Bauer Nexus 2N Pro composite hockey stick is designed for a versatile hockey player looking for a stick that can perform at any level. If you are a player looking for an advanced lightweight mid-kick hockey stick check out the Nexus 2N Pro.
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