Julia Laurie
If you want to improve your hockey skills, there is one thing you need: more time on the ice. But driving all the way to the rink for ice skating practice is time consuming and expensive. On top of that, public rinks can be crowded and are not always open.A…
Category: Snow And Ice Activities
Clint McCormick
With winter just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about how you’re going to embrace the cold. Chances are your town has an ice rink nearby, and most will have free skate time for ice skaters to enjoy some good ol’ fashioned ice skating. This is usually frequented…
Having good hockey gloves is essential: not just to make sure you perform at the top of your game, but also to keep you protected from injury. But there are so many factors that go into what makes a great hockey glove that choosing which ones to buy can seem…
Hockey is more than just slapping a puck around with your hockey stick. It promotes team play in an encouraging environment. Yes, it gets a little rough sometimes but only for sport, not from anger or hate. Once you learn how to skate, the game of hockey will become much…
The whole point of snow tubing is to go fast! Buying a new tube is not always the answer, as there are some tried and true methods for how to make snow tubes go faster. Growing up in a cold-weather climate certainly helped and I can personally attest to these…
This ritual is often overlooked by beginners and kids who play hockey. Using grip tape will add control and accuracy to your shots and passes. Learning how to tape a hockey stick will stay with you forever and can evolve over time.There are many methods of taping a stick on…
Ice skating is a great way to beat the winter blues and enjoy some of the colder months, plus there are public rinks in your area that you can visit year-round. Once you learn how to ice skate, it’s tough to forget, and you will hopefully be skating backward just…
A hockey puck is the solid disk used to score goals in a hockey game. Ice hockey pucks do not differ that much as they are all made from vulcanized rubber using a similar process. However, that doesn’t mean they are all created equal – production quality can vary considerably.If…
Lacing hockey skates may seem simple, but proper lacing actually requires some attention to detail to prevent foot slippage and ankle injuries! There are a few different lacing methods that all have their own advantages and disadvantages. There is a recommended method for beginners, but you can also experiment with…
For beginners and competitive figure skaters alike, choosing a new pair of skates is no easy thing. The wrong skates can hamper your ability to learn, and can cause painful blisters or even injury. That’s why finding good skates that fit your feet and skill level perfectly should be a…