If you’re  a catcher in Medicine Hat………… WELCOME TO THE BEST DAY OF YOUR LIFE!! Sports Connection is proud to announce we are the exclusive dealer for All-Star brand baseball gear! Here are some key facts of why this brand is so important to us.

Technology and R&D
Our production facilities use the latest in manufacturing technology, including several patented manufacturing processes. All-Star invests heavily into the research and development of new products as well as the processes required to manufacture them.

Quality and Value
These are prime concerns of the retailer and consumer alike. With a defective rate of less then 1/10th of 1%, you can rest assured that once a customer buys an All-Star product the sale will be final. Our products are designed to give the retailer and the consumer the quality and value they are looking for.

For more info on All-Star visit www.all-starsports.com or contact us @ 403-529-6130.

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Kip Simon, Co-Founder and President of 22Fresh, started the company out of sheer necessity. The former WBL player debuted the label in 2007, with one item up to bat – a technical baseball pant. Simon created the pant to meet a specific niche amongst his baseball playing peers, who were looking for a pant with a better fit, cooler look, more comfort and of course… a little bit of sexy. The rest is history.

Having hit a home run with the peak fitting pro-fit pant, Simon’s vision didn’t end there. Running alongside the pro-fit pant was a top. Not your average top mind you, but a 22Fresh t-shirt. A tee rooted in cutting edge style, athletic appeal and fashion fit. Now a 22Fresh staple, it gave way to a fresh new line of tees, hoodies and accessories in the hottest colours, fabrics and fit for both on and off the field. The brand is grounded in up to the minute style and being ahead of the curve, with an urban cool twist that yanks it from simple sportswear to “gotta have it now” streetwear cache. The very appeal of the 22Fresh line extends beyond its connection with the freedom and excitement of a great ballgame. It represents the true spirit of the individual who considers himself unique, plugged-in and most of all Fresh when it comes to style.

22Fresh is clothing with a non-traditional edge that doesn’t take itself too seriously. Its exclusive brand positioning wedges itself unapologetically between sports and lifestyle, responding to today’s overlapping target markets and broadening customer appeal. With a strong  presence and a healthy social media following, 22Fresh has grabbed the attention of the baseball super-elite in the likes of Michael Morse, Bryce Harper and Logan Morrison.

How fresh are you??

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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