Of course, the Nexus 1000 skates will have all the top end features that you would expect from a pro line of gear. Inside the boot, you’ll notice a hydrophobic retro looking tan clarino liner. This liner will help wick moisture and keep your skates dry. The ultra thick pro felt tongue will and increase comfort and reduce the chance of lace bite with molded metatarsal guard.

On the outside of the boot, you’re going to have an ultra light quarter package which Bauer says “provides the player with an ‘easy load’ on every stride for efficient energy

The inspiration from the Nexus 1000 comes from the Bauer 8090

transfer and fast acceleration.” Going beneath the boot, the Bauer Nexus 1000 will feature the Tuuk Lightspeed 2 holder, along with a Tuuk LS Fusion blade (27% lighter than the LS2), both of which are considered by many to be the best on the market.

As far as fit goes on the Nexus 1000, you can expect a wider boot than the Supreme line, and it looks like its going to provide a more depth in both in the instep and the throat. Bauer is describing their fit as a “deep V” heel fit which “locks the player’s heel in place to ensure the skate reacts to the player’s every movement the way they intend.”

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The Bauer RE-AKT two piece shell also allows adjustments to fit different head shapes. The vents on the helmet were placed strategically for increased air flow, helping to keep your head at an optimal temperature throughout game play. To help keep your head locked in place, Bauer has used the occipital lock 3.0 adjustment feature, located in the back inside portion of the helmet. The occipital lock also helps to ensure a great fit.

To touch more on the liner. Bauer RE-AKT helmet features a vertex foam liner. The vertex foam is much lighter than the EPP foams typically used in helmets, but offers improved impact management. To help with comfort, as well as protection, Bauer has placed memory foam pads along the temples. This will provide a more custom fit for your head, as well as increasing comfort as you wear it.

The new RE-AKT helmet will also feature MICROBAN antibacterial protection. This is going to help keep your helmet smelling fresher for a longer period of time, and is also going to make it resistant to bacteria and mildew growth (bacteria eats away the glue and foams). Things like odor and bacteria protection are becoming increasingly important for the consumer, and Bauer is keeping up with demand by implementing antibacterial protection on several of its new products this year.

Bauer has moved the size adjustments from the sides to the back making this a more narrow, streamlined look

In terms of design, the RE-AKT was inspired by the classic 4500 helmet, but was updated to have a more modern appeal not to mention upgraded protection.  A majority of NHL player still wear the 4500 to this day due to its look rather than protection.

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1. The NEW Curv 3 flex tongue. The composite tongue insert has been made wider with flex breaks on the side for maximum springboard effect when taking your stride. As you flex forward the skate responds and lets you spring back. It also reduces lacebite and provides 100% comfort.

2. The outer shell has some beefed up hits to improve durability (mainly on the heel and toe)

3. A new flex zone tendon guard has be added  to maximize skaters potential byopening up the stride and provide maximum leg extension and range of motion by 5 degrees. The new tendon guard also reduces the weight by using new patented technology.

TECH THATS HERE TO STAY!!

1) Total Edge Comfort- Upper padding on the throat of the skate reduces the risk of abrasions and discomfort.

2) Tuuk LS Fusion Blade- The ultra lite, and amplified feel of this steel fuses aluminum and steel together to reduce weight 27%

3) Anaform CURV composite material combined with Thermoforming = A true 360 degree fit.

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Reebok just released their latest and comst technological stick to date, the Ai9 hockey stick.

The Reebok Ai9 stick has some interesting new technology incorporated into it as well. The front of the shaft will actually be two times stiffer than the backside. For example, if you are a right-handed shot, the part of the stick which faces the net as you shoot will be stiffer. This will result in a quicker snap and recoil when taking shots.

In terms of blade technology, the new Reebok Ai9 will feature a pure fiber blade that is actually the lightest blade ever made by Reebok/CCM. In fact, the Reebok Ai9 blade will be 10 grams lighter. The decreased weight will, of course, change the balance point of the stick. The blade also features a cool multi-texture look where you can actually see the pure fiber weave.

The Reebok Ai9 stick has a great look to it and is loaded with bar deezy technology. It will, of course, come in a grip or matte finish. The corners will also have a bit of a textile feel to it for added control and grip

Check out the video below for more info from Matt Brassard

September 27, 2011

SPORTS DISTRIBUTORS OF CANADA

NAMES NORM BODLE MEMORIAL AWARD RECIPIENT

Hamilton,ON

Sports Distributors of Canada, with over 200 members under the Source For Sports^®, Source For Adventure^®, and sporting goods and outdoor buying group divisions, recently awarded their most prestigious award to one of their members at their AGM held in September inHamilton,Ontario.

Brian Bauman, owner of Sports Connection Source For Sports^® in Medicine Hat, Alberta who has been in the group since 1998, was very appreciative of being chosen as the 2011 recipient of the Norm Bodle Memorial Award, which is the organization’s highest honour.  Named after the first managing director of SDC when it was incorporated in 1972, the Norm Bodle Memorial Award is given yearly to the member who is the most supportive of the group, and who encourages and supports other members within the organization.

Sports Connection has been serving theMedicine Hatand surrounding area for 20 years, and has worked closely with leagues and sports associations for many years.

Brian states “It’s a very humbling experience to be chosen by my peers at Sports Distributors of Canada for this award. I consider it an honour and privilege to be a member of the best buying group inCanadaand I’m fortunate to have developed many great friendships with the other members since joining.”  

As well as having his name engraved on the plaque which hangs in the lobby of the SDC headquarters in Burlington, Ontario, Brian has donated the $1,000.00 which accompanies the honour to the Medicine Hat Community Foundation, which provides support in the form of charitable grants in the fields of arts and culture, children and youth, families, education, environment, health and recreation, seniors and social services.

Congratulations to Brian Bauman for this achievement!

Every day is helmet fitting day however we are encouraging every hockey player and their parents to bring their hockey helmet to Sports Connection Source for Sports® during Helmet fitting Week so we can check the helmet for proper fit and to make sure it properly protects.

We don’t care where you bought the helmet.  All we care about is that the helmet fits right and offers maximum protection.  We will check the condition of your helmet and cage as well as assess the fit, replacing any necessary parts all at NO COST to you. 

We look forward to seeing you during helmet fitting week at Sports Connection Source for Sports®, because if it doesn’t fit it doesn’t protect.

FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT  WWW.STOPCONCUSSIONS.COM

MICRODIAL II

The New Microdial II anchoring system provides you with the only 360 degree fit in hockey.

FLEX LINER

The innovative flexliner system conforms to the unique shape of your head providing a snug fit. (less rocking and gaps)

FITCLIPS

The fitclips permit easy tooless length adjustment for a custom fit.

COMPOSITE SUBSHELL

The unique composite subshell construction makes this Reebok’s lightest  fully-adjustable helmet.

After a brain storming session in the Sports Connection WarRoom we’ve come up with a solution to the problems players face year in year out. We now offer our Bat Demo Program. This program allows a potential buyer to use a bat before they buy it. We have a selection of this season’s hottest bats that you can sign out for a night. This will give you or your team a chance to try the bats and see which bat and weight will be best suited for you. Feel the different sweet spots and different balances that some bats have to offer. Of course our staff play the game and have used many of the bats we sell and can make suggestions and recommendations to find a bat that will bring YOUR game to the next level.

For more information pop in to the store or call us!! 403-529-6130