The CCM Super Tacks was the first skate in 2016 to introduce the one-piece benefit to the hockey world. Building upon that design for 2018, is the new CCM Super Tacks AS1 skate. Featuring the engineered and patented Monoframe 360 technology, the Super Tacks AS1 pushed the limits further than ever before! Here are some…
A lot of players ask us how to choose a hockey stick curve. There are a wide variety of options, and sometimes it can feel overwhelming when looking at all the manufacturers, types of sticks, and related characteristics. This is where Sports Etc. comes in. Follow our guide below and use the hockey stick curve…
If you've been waiting in anticipation to order your CCM Premier II custom setup, fear not, the wait is over! The CCM Premier II customizer is online now! This will allow you you design your own custom set up. When you're ready to order, just select Sports Etc as your store and we'll get the…
As we learn more about concussions and head injuries in contact sports, one thing becomes clearer every year: a hockey helmet is not the kind of equipment you buy once and forget about.
Even if a helmet still fits, it may no longer be protecting a player the way it should.
Often the most overlooked part of…
JetSpeed FT1 is the first ever one-piece boot frame skate in the JetSpeed family. Featuring L1TEFRAME 360 technology, the JetSpeed FT1 is a highly-refined skate design with leading edge engineering to help maximize a player’s speed on the ice. Its ultra-lightweight structure makes it the lightest pro caliber JetSpeed skate to date. The monocoque construction…
A Guide to the Safest Hockey Helmets
With all that we know about concussions, the most important piece of equipment for players is the hockey helmet. At Sports Etc., we like to highlight a few important pieces to focus on when choosing the best hockey helmet for safety. Most notably: proper fit, protection level, and…
Finding the right pair of hockey skates can be confusing with so many makes, models and changes to the hockey industry over the years. To simplify things, it is easier to break down skate fit into 3 categories: Tapered/Narrow, Contoured/Mid, and Traditional/Wide. Let's take a closer look at what we mean and how it relates…
With so many sticks to choose from, it can be difficult to find the "best value" stick. Especially with how routinely sticks can break, it's important to find a stick that offers high-end performance at an affordable price. Many people just look at the highest priced stick, and assume it's the best stick for them, but many times…
When it comes to goalie equipment, three companies dominate the industry: Vaughn, CCM and Brian's. Each company has perfected their craft in their own unique way.
Vaughn
Vaughn has set the industry standard for goalie pads for decades now. Mike Vaughn has continued to stay ahead of the curve with new trends, and truly…
1.) Bauer Vapor Line
The Bauer Vapor series has been a staple in the hockey skate industry for over a decade now. The Vapor line continues to be a best-seller because of its reliable, excellent fit. The narrow, tapered fit allows the skate to fit snugly on a players foot, which most hockey players…