Matt

Matt

Like many of you, I have a passion for the game of hockey and the equipment used. You can typically find me searching for and sharing details about new and upcoming gear. Follow me on twitter at @matthwb.

Jack Johnson Tebowing

Tebowing is a growing phenomenon these days, with fans and now players continuing in Tim Tebow’s footsteps as he kneels for a prayer after a touchdown. Tebowing first made its way to the ice  in December when Colton Orr of…

Superfeet Yellow Review

Last October, we posed this question to our facebook fans: What is the best piece of equipment you have ever owned? We were surprised to see that one of our first responses was for Superfeet. Most people would expect a…

Bauer Supreme One.9 Skates

Update: The new Bauer Supreme One.9 skates have been released. If you’re picking up a pair, head over to Pure Hockey to snag them for $649.99. Use the coupon code HOCKEYWORLD while you’re there to save 10% on select products.…

Bauer Vapor APX Gloves

The Bauer Vapor APX gloves and APX Pro gloves are the latest high end gloves from the Vapor line of protective equipment. Due out in April, 2012, the APX gloves are going to keep the same tapered fit that we’re…

2011 Great Lakes Invitational Promotions

If any of you happen to be in the Detroit area this week, you might want to stop by the Joe Louis Arena to catch some great college hockey action. The 2011 Great Lakes Invitational will begin on December 29th,…

Colton Orr Tebowing

Colton Orr, known more for racking up the fights and penalty minutes than anything else, now has a new claim to fame. On December 20th, at Leafs Nation Fan Night, it was Colton Orr who skated in alone during the…

Easton Stealth RS Skate

We finally have confirmation of the new Easton Stealth RS skate with the picture below. Coming from the latest Easton Hockey catalog, the picture showcases Easton athlete Zach Parise’s reaction to the Stealth RS skate. The black and yellow coloring…

Patrick Kane Shootout Goal vs. Minnesota

It’s still early in the season, but I think we may have found an early favorite for shootout goal of the year. Last night, Patrick Kane dazzled and amazed fans with his shootout goal against Niklas Backstrom of the Minnesota…

Allstate All-Canadians in the NHLPA Experience

During the start of August, 2011, the NHLPA selected 42 of the best bantam level (1996) hockey players in Canada to participate in the Allstate All-Canadian Mentorship Camp. The young players were mentored by NHL stars such as Jason Spezza,…

Ice Hockey Holiday Gift Guide – 2011

The holidays are almost upon us once again. With just under two weeks until Christmas, you’re running out of time to get the hockey player in your life some of the best gear available. Not to worry, we have compiled…