Ice Hockey Skates and Inline Hockey Skates buying guides as well as informational articles to help you learn more about skates.
Decades ago Nike entered the game of Hockey, determined to make an impact and grab a chunk of the growing market. They left a mark but eventually exited and sold off their holdings for a big loss. What transpired along the way? What were their greatest products? Where can we get some of those crazy … Read more
The ice has melted, and the rinks indoors and outdoors are ready to be bladed on! If you’re searching for a new set of inline hockey skates – you’ve come to the right place. We’ve reviewed tons of models from the best in class to budget friendly picks to help you stay one stride ahead … Read more
We’ve all had it happen before, you pull a roll of tape out of your bag to tape your stick up – suddenly, it starts tearing right down the side leaving you with a frayed line of tape. Or worse, the tape starts to separate from the glue, and you’re back to square one. Howies Hockey … Read more
Getting a hockey skate that fits is undoubtedly one of the most important things you can do for your game. There is nothing worse than buying a pair of skates and having wicked blisters from your first ice time, which totally curbs your enthusiasm for your slick new set of wheels! Luckily for those of … Read more
You have probably already seen or heard of Marsblade as the revolutionary new roller blade that essentially simulates on ice skating. It is being touted by a lot of NHL players as an essential piece of their off ice training programs, being that the game is getting so much faster and skilled each year. The … Read more
Whether you need a top of the line skate or are looking to save some cash, have a regular or wide foot, our list has detailed breakdowns of the best hockey skate options out there to help you take your skating to the next level! After an insane year full of cancelled or delayed hockey … Read more
Looking to get into figure skating, or maybe it’s time to upgrade that old worn our pair you’ve had forever! We have scoured the internet to bring you the best figure skates around – from beginner to advanced, and thrifty to expensive! We’ve taken a look at customer reviews and weighed them against the performance … Read more
Once winter rolls around, nothing beats picking up a pair of skates and getting out to your local rink. Whether you are playing hockey, figure skating, or just learning and need a pair of general purpose skates, strapping some skates on and going for a skate is and always will be a winter tradition. So … Read more
There is nothing worse than feeling a massive blister coming on mid game and knowing you are going to be suffering for weeks. Nearly as bad is a wicked foot cramp that forces you to get off the ice before you have had a chance to contribute! I have been there before… I distinctly remember … Read more
You’re looking for a new pair of hockey skates, the most vital piece of equipment a hockey player wears and you’re wondering whats the difference between CCM and Bauer? These are the two biggest companies and most recognizable brands in the hockey world, and they’re each unique in the qualities they offer! Hockey skate technology … Read more
Selecting the right set of skate laces is very important, and shouldn’t be over looked when completing your hockey equipment purchases! If your skate laces are the wrong length you could have troubles tightening your skates properly. Worn out hockey skate laces may come out of your eyelets and you won’t be able to get … Read more
You have your brand new set of hockey skates, or a new set of inline hockey skates, and you are itching to try them out – but first you need to lace those things up! There are several different techniques for lacing your skates, and we will break them down so you can pick the best way … Read more
Choosing skates for your aspiring hockey player is no easy matter, you have to balance performance, fit, and price, knowing that your child will eventually grow out of the skates and leave them in the dust! Luckily we have taken an in depth look at the best Junior hockey skates of the year to help … Read more
In the past, you only had one choice for skate blades – whatever your skates came with. Then came the onset of T-blades – those of us who are a bit older remember those unique holders and that classic cutting sound they made with every stride. Although T-blades never seemed to stick around, new companies … Read more
Youth skates are a very important proposition – they may be one of the first skates your little guy or girl tries on! Youth sizes are Y6.0 – Y13.5, and children fitting that range of sizes are generally toddlers or children aged 9 or younger, sporting a shoe size of 1.5 or less! A youth … Read more
CCM continues their push for hockey dominance with the release of the CCM Ribcor 80k hockey skate. The Ribcor line has always been about fit, even if they have lost the pump technology that made them famous. Read on below for our breakdown of the new 80k and what new features CCM has packed in, … Read more
Alright so everyone has heard of the True TF Pro Custom Skates where you can choose different colors, tongues, and even additional protection but are they worth the investment? It’s almost like a black box product that everyone wants but no one really knows what they’re going to get since they are built unique to … Read more
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