Best Goalie Chest Protectors for 2026
Getting hit in the chest with a 90mph slap shot is part of the job. But bruised ribs? Sore shoulders that make you hesitate on
Category: Gear & Reviews
Sparx Skate Sharpener Review: Worth It in 2025?
Sparx Skate Sharpener Review (from purchase to use, in a skeptics perspective) Note: this article follows a timeline of when we decided to purchase a
Bauer Mach Goalie Gear Review & Everything We Know
The latest iteration of the Bauer Supreme goalie pads lineup is here. The Bauer Mach goalie pads are the newest lineup of goalie pads from
True Lefevre L20.2 Goalie Pads
The True L20.2 goalie pad line is the latest iteration in goalie gear from the equipment manufacturer, True. True is also known as True Temper
The Best Goalie Bags Money Can Buy
So you’re interested in buying a new goalie bag? Of all the goalie equipment a person can buy, picking out a new bag is probably
Evaluating The Best Youth Goalie Knee Guards
If you’re here looking at getting your son or daughter a set of youth knee guards, I applaud you. Not only should beginner goalies learn
Finding the Best Goalie Knee Guards
Despite all of the modern advancements in goalie gear, equipment manufacturers have not yet figured out a way to effectively protect the goalies knees while
Bauer Vapor Hyperlite Goalie Stick Review
It’s with great excitement that we announce the latest innovation in goalie sticks from one of the top manufacturers in the space, Bauer. Bauer is
Goalie Stick Sizing Guide
Before you go out and buy a new goalie stick, you’ve got to find the right size goalie stick. The most common ranges for goalie
Bauer PRO Goalie Skates Review + Everything We Know
It’s official, Bauer will make just one line of goalie skates. They’re taking the Ultrasonic and Vapor lines and cramming them into one, to make
True Catalyst 9X Goalie Stick Review
The True Catalyst 9X Goalie Stick Review is here. True announced this goalie stick earlier this year, noting the fact that it’s going to come
Brian’s GNETikV Goalie Pads Review + Everything We Know
It’s official, Brian’s GnetikV Goalie Pads (Brian’s Gnetik 5 Goalie Pads) will be the next drop from the legendary gear manufacturer also known as Goalie’s
How To Pick The Best Youth Goalie Chest Protector
Chest protectors fall into two categories. Those that are built for higher level goalies, and those that are not. This article is a part of
CCM E Flex 5 Chest Protector Review
With the recent launch of the CCM E Flex 5 lineup of goalie gear, we finally get a new chest protector from CCM goalie. Today,
CCM Axis Pro Goalie Stick Review
CCM has been working for years to perfect their design of a premium-level goalie stick that provides users with optimal balance while also achieving the
Bauer Supreme UltraSonic Goalie Stick Review
Bauer has been at or near the top of the hockey industry for many years thanks to their hard work and dedication to making products
CCM JetSpeed FT2 Goalie Skates Review
CCM is among the best of the best brands when it comes to producing high-end, quality-made hockey skates that are designed for optimal performance. Such
Bauer UltraSonic Goalie Skates Review
It’s no secret that goalies rely heavily on the ability to utilize their natural, cat-like reflexes and split-second decision-making skills to serve as the last
Bauer HyperLite Goalie Pads Review + Everything We Know
Bauer goalie continues to push the envelope of what is possible between the pipes. New for 2021, we’re introduced to the Bauer Vapor HyperLite Goalie
CCM Axis Goalie Gear Review: Everything We Know
Like just about every other large equipment manufacturer on the market, CCM carries multiple lines of goalie equipment. The CCM Axis lineup of gear is
CCM AS3 Pro Goalie Skates Review
I know what you’re thinking. Another goalie skate? I just bought a new pair of goalie skates! We’re doing a CCM AS3 Pro Goalie Skates
CCM E Flex 5 Goalie Pads Review + Everything We Know
CCM is ahead of the curve. The new CCM E Flex 5 goalie pads were recently announced by CCM and they look amazing. This line
Best Backyard Ice Rink Kits
Thinking of building a backyard ice rink? After building these things from scratch for the past 30 something years, I’m convinced buying a kit is
Theragun Wave Roller Review
Myofascial release is one of the main forms of muscle recovery used by elite athletes all over the world. More often than not, foam rollers
The Best Skate Sharpening Edge Checker
A crucial part of sharpening skates is making sure you’re getting the right edge. We’ve used a handful of edge checkers throughout the years and
Best Skate Sharpeners 2025
Without a doubt, one of the most important things a hockey player (yes, even a hockey goalie) is concerned with is the quality of their
Best Goalie Neck Guards + Throat Protectors
Taking a puck or skate blade to the neck isn’t something you think about until it happens. Then it’s all you think about. Here’s the
Lefevre L.4.1 Goalie Pads Review
Welcome to my review of the Lefevre L.4.1 goalie pads. Lefevre (if you do not know) recently has parted ways with CCM. In the past
All of Lefevre Goalie Pads Reviewed
As you probably have heard, Lefevre has “released” four new pairs of goalie pads this year. Technically speaking, these pads aren’t all designed and created
True Lefevre L20.1 Goalie Pads
Editors Note: the latest iteration of True Lefevre goalie pads is the recently debuted True L20.2 pads. In September of 2020, True Hockey announced that
The History of Hockey Goalie Gear
In this article, we’re talking about the history of goalie gear. We have a separate section of our website dedicated specifically to goalie equipment reviews.
Juuse Saros Complete Goalie Gear Guide
Juuse Saros is currently one of the two starting goalies for the Nashville Predators. During the 2020 the play-ins, Saros was wearing the newest lineup
Elvis Merzlikins: Complete Gear Guide And Career
Elvis Merzlikins burst into the NHL during the 2020 hockey season. After Bobrovsky left the Bluejackets, the main concern was the goaltending situation. Well as
Best Street Hockey Goalie Pads
So, you’re interested in finding the best street hockey goalie pads? Welcome. We’re Goalie Coaches. Unapologetically, we are one of the most trusted companies in
Brian’s Optik 2 Goalie Chest Protector Review
Welcome to my review of the Brian’s Optik 2 goalie chest protector. While many goalies spend a lot of time considering which pair of goalie
Bauer Supreme UltraSonic Chest Protector Review
Welcome to my review of the Bauer Supreme UltraSonic chest protector. This chest protector was featured in our article of the “best goalie chest protectors”
Warrior G5 Pro+ Chest Protector Review
Welcome to my review of the Warrior Ritual G5 Pro+ Chest Protector. Along with the Ritual Pro, this is the newest goalie chest protector we’ve
Vaughn Ventus SLR2 Pro Carbon Chest Protector Review
Welcome to our review of the Vaughn Ventus SLR2 Pro Carbon chest protector. We’ve said it before, we’ll say it again. Playing goalie with a
Vaughn Velocity V9 Pro Carbon Chest Protector Review
Welcome to our review of the Vaughn Velocity V9 Pro Carbon Goalie Chest Protector. As we all know, chest and arm protectors are sort of
Pro or Senior for Goalie Gear?
What’s the difference in pro vs. senior when it comes to goalie pads? The major difference between Pro-level and Senior-level goalie pads is more often
Bauer Supreme UltraSonic Pads In Depth Review
Today, we’re taking an in depth review of the Bauer Supreme UltraSonic goalie pads. While as of the Spring of 2021, there’s a new kid
Best Goalie Blockers For 2026
For a hockey goalie, your blocker is one of the most underrated pieces of equipment you’ll ever buy. Here’s the thing—a huge percentage of shots
Best Goalie Pants
What are the best goalie pants 2026? This is a pretty subjective question, depending on who you ask. For some goalies, the answer might be
Best Hockey Slide Boards
Buying a hockey slide board can add an interesting dimension to your off ice training. In fact, if you’re like the rest of the world,
Best Synthetic Ice
Looking to take your backyard ice rink to the next level during the off season? Synthetic ice can help you do exactly that. Or, maybe
Warrior Goalie RM1 Stick Review + Everything We Know
Warrior is arguably the top goalie stick brand on the market. Most of the NHLers are using them and for good reasons (we’ll get to
Best Foam Rollers for Athletes
If you’re a goalie and you haven’t yet invested in a foam roller.. you probably wouldn’t be reading this. Foam rolling is a critical component
These Are The Best Goalie Skates Money Can Buy
For a hockey goalie, your skates are the foundation of everything you do. Every lateral push, every butterfly slide, every desperation post-to-post save starts with
The Best Youth Goalie Sticks For The Money
In this article, we’re going to take a closer look at how to choose the best youth goalie sticks for your young goalie. If you
The Best Youth Goalie Pads For Any Budget
So you’ve got a new goalie, hey? Exciting! Buying new gear for a youth goalie is one of the most exciting parts of their playing
These are the Best Hockey Goalie Gloves Money Can Buy
For a hockey goalie, your glove is one of the most important pieces of equipment you’ll buy. It’s the only thing you wear that’s designed
Best Goalie Sticks 2026
The goalie stick market has been one of the most disrupted in recent years. NHL goalies quit using wood sticks over a decade ago, while
Choosing The Right Goalie Pads for Beginners
Are you a first time hockey goalie? A parent of a youth goalie? Chances are, you don’t need to go out and buy the most
Best Goalie Pads for 2026
What are the best goalie pads 2026? This is a pretty subjective question, depending on who you ask. For some, the answer may be Bauer.
Best Goalie Masks (for protection) 2026
Searching for a new goalie helmet to protect your head? You’re in the right spot. Here is best goalie mask buyers guide for 2026. This
Best Youth Goalie Masks (for the protection)
Have a youth goalie? Whether your goalie is just getting started, or maybe a bit more experienced (but not yet ready for a pro level
Vaughn SLR 2 Goalie Gear Review + Everything We Know
For the 2019 season, Vaughn is releasing a new line they’re calling the Vaughn SLR 2. The SLR 2 line comes after the Vaughn VE8
