Warrior Full Circle

This is a special supplement to Warrior Stick Heritage Timeline on WarriorHockey.com. In this podcast, we take you through the history of Warrior Hockey sticks and stick graphics on them. We discuss the elements of design for the sticks and the graphics and some of the hidden meanings in the graphics themselves. If you're a fan of Warrior Hockey, this is the ultimate insider podcast for you.

The boys are back to discuss the release of the new Covert QRLSE stick and Alpha AK27 stick. They dig into the history of the AK27 and a little bit of Warrior history too. Plus, KP gives you the dirt on the Super Light construction of the AK27 SL stick. They discuss a little bit of the VIP Program and some VIP beef. Finally, there may be a little easter egg hidden in the podcast for a special giveaway!

The second part of our Alpha QX stick development series, KP sits down with Isaac, the Lead Design Engineer for all of our sticks and really digs into the guts of the Alpha QX line. They discuss the development process and the challenges and process of bringing a stick developed for NHL players to the retail market. Isaac offers great insight into how we carry the technology of new sticks throughout the entire line from the high end (QX) all the way through the entry level stick (QX5).

KP talks to our Pro Sticks Manager aka the Stick Doctor about the development of the Alpha QX sticks. The guys discuss how Alpha grew out of a specific need at the NHL level. Jared also offers a ton of insight into how sticks can be manipulated at the NHL level to meet certain asks from Pros. Plus, some stories about guys coming to Warrior because of our stick technology and Pro Service.

We wrap up the 2016-17 NHL Regular Season with our usage totals and scoring numbers. Warrior had a huge jump in total usage this seasons and to find out the process and how that happens, we sit down with our Pro Sales Manager, Dan Mecrones, who takes us inside the process of working with the leagues, teams and players who switch to Warrior and stay with Warrior.

KP sits down with Warrior helmet Engineer James Serle to discuss the development of the Covert PX helmets, the testing methods used and the hockey helmet landscape in general. They also discuss the proper fitting of helmets and importance that plays in protection. (Sorry for the echo, had some tech issues)

We close out the year with talk of our NHL Pros, our Covert Throwback collection, our holiday giveaways and a special interview with our friends, Mike and Brian, from Violent Gentlemen Clothing Company.

It's release day for our Covert Throwback Sticks and the boys have a special guest to talk about them. J.S., one of our designers, joins the guys to talk about the development of the sticks and choosing the graphics. Also, some of the designs that didn't make the final four and why we didn't just duplicate the old graphics. Plus, visit www.warriorhockey.com to get even more info on the throwback collection.

Stick junkies, this is the episode for you! KP and DT chat a bit about the concluded World Cup of Hockey but the main part of this episode is an interview with our Pro Sticks Manager - Jared Quartuccio! Jared is the man who handles our NHL player sticks and he takes you through the process of working with Johnny Gaudreau as well as gives you some insight into why curve and flex are just as important for you as they are for NHL players.

Episode 2 of Season 3 is here and KP and DT discuss the World Cup of Hockey and some new gear sightings on the players. Also, another update of NHL players using Warrior heading into training camp, our upcoming trip to Las Vegas (oh boy) and the ESPN broadcast of the WCH game on Thursday night. Plus, our listener suggested topic that delves into the process of making pros their custom sticks from scratch.

KP and DT are back after long layoff over the spring and summer. But we've got a ton of updates for you on our new Covert QRL products, the Warrior VIP Program, announcements of new Warrior PROs for the upcoming NHL season and a lot more! Including a contest for you to contribute to the podcast. Enjoy. It's good to be back.

KP and DT are back with a special edition of the podcast to introduce the first long term review of the New Covert QRL gloves that hit stores in April. The guys interviewed the first player to get his hands not he gloves and put them through the paces, Doug Sears, Jr. Doug has been an equipment reviewer for a long time and was happy to share his thoughts on the QRL gloves.

It was a big day for Warrior as a whole as the all new lacrosse product was revealed so, Keith and DT offer their props to the lax side of the company. Then they get into the All New Covert QRL Gloves that release in April. More detailed info on the new features, designs and feel of the gloves! Plus, the NHL Player update as usual!

The boys are back with the latest edition of Full Circle. KP went on the road and takes you inside the industry. We discuss the industry shakeup that happened last week, the upcoming NHL All-Star game and Warrior Goalie Blogs. Get ready for the info flood on the New Ritual G3.

Keith and DT are back (after a lengthy vacation) to talk about the debut of the new 2016 gloves and stick! We update our NHL usage numbers and discuss our NHL All-Stars plus the debut of our new Snapchat channel (WarriorHKY).

Back at it this week with our NHL Update with all the latest offensive and goaltending numbers, an interview with our new Goalie Product Manager, Kirk Allen about the role of a PM and there may be a special contest just for podcast listeners!

Back for our second season on Full Circle and we give you the updated NHL numbers for this season, announce some of our new Warrior PROs, talk about the release of the new Covert QR SE sticks and make a very special announcement about new goalie products for 2016!

This interview is from a few weeks ago. We sat down with retired WarriorPRO, Nick Lidstrom of the Red Wings on the day he was elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame. He spoke a little about his career, retirement, former teammates and former coaches.

For the launch of our New Dynasty HD1 Stick and Krown PX3 Helmet, we decided to do a live Q&A session on YouTube and Google+. This is the audio portion of that session. KP talks technology in the stick, interviews Isaac G, one of our lead engineers/designers, discusses the reason we chose Erik Karlsson as the face of Dynasty HD1 and a little on our new, redesigned Krown PX3 helmet. It's a long one, but full of great info and insight.

#WarriorPro, Torey Krug came into the Warrior HQ and sat down with DT and Keith to talk gear! Torey was one of the first NHL Pros to test our New #DynastyHD1 stick and he talks about the stick, how it feels, how the technology helps his shot and more. Plus, we give you a little info about when the stick goes on sale! #WarriorVIP

Full Circle is back this week with another WarriorPRO Interview! Paralympic Gold Medalist, World Champion and All-Time Leading Scorer in the World and all around fantastic guy, Billy Bridges stopped by our Warren, MI HQ and sat down for a Q&A. Billy takes us through his entire career from youth to Team Canada, what it means to him being a Warrior Pro and gives you an inside look at the sledge hockey game. If this doesn't inspire you...nothing will!

Keith and DT put a bow on the 2014-15 NHL Regular Season and specifically, all the Warrior Pro athletes. All the final stats and numbers, plus a playoff preview and a look inside the Warrior Office Bracket Challenge.

Keith and DT are back after a few days off and this episode is a huge preview of the new Covert QR Glove line which hits stores on April 17th (Friday). We sat down with one of our Lead Designers, J.S. Dorval to go through the entire line of gloves and what to expect when you slide your hand inside the new QR Gloves.

After a big week from our NHL Pros, Keith and DT give you the numbers, outline our current social media giveaway for a pair of QR Gloves and bring you an interview with St. Louis Blues Equipment Manager, Bert Godin. Bert is a veteran of over 1500 NHL games and sheds some light on what it's like to work your way up from the minors to the NHL.

Keith and DT are back in a big way this week with the inside info on our video shoot with Erik Karlsson of the Ottawa Senators PLUS an exclusive interview with Alexander Steen of the St. Louis Blues about his complete stick changeover and adopting of a new curve. Plus, all the NHL numbers you're used to getting.

Keith and DT are back and feeling good! It was a week of celebration at Warrior Hockey for the 2015 All Hockey Hair Team and we give you the full behind the scenes look at the video and how it came together. How we built the partnership with Pull Tab and the Hendrickson Foundation. Plus, the full NHL update.

DT and Keith continue with the interviews this week as Warrior PRO and St. Louis Blues Superstar, T.J. Oshie talked to us about life in the NHL. How was his Olympics experience? What does he look for in a stick? What are his memories of playing high school hockey in Minnesota? It's all here, plus a lot more.

Keith was on the road this week and he and DT take you inside the NHL Equipment rooms of the St. Louis Blues and Winnipeg Jets. Players talking shop. Talking gear. What they like. What they hate. Why they chose Warrior and more! Plus, the details on our #MNMade campaign and how you can win your very own Limited Edition MN Made Hat!

This is the complete preview of the 2015 Warrior Goalie Equipment Line. All the new innovations and changes are outlined and described in detail with Keith and Designer/Product Manager - Neil Watts. This is the episode for all you goalies. Chest Protectors, Pants, Knee Pads and Jocks! It's all here!

Everything you need to know about the Covert QR1 | Flash Rebate | that is happening right now! You want to save $100 on a Covert QR1, right? Plus, all of our NHL Numbers plus a special shoutout to Erik Karlsson of the Senators and Alexander Steen of the Blues.

Keith and DT are back with the full NHL Update this week, more information on the New Dynasty Stick, an upcoming special offer on the Covert QR1 stick and and Interview with Ottawa Senators Captain, Erik Karlsson.

Keith and DT are back in the Ivy League this week as we finish up our interview series with River Rymsha of the Dartmouth College Big Green. We get to hear what it's like as a college freshman playing Division I hockey while living the college life. Plus, we take a closer look at our 2015 Dynasty stick and explain a little bit as to why we are taking some shots at B#%@R on social media! It's all in good fun!

This week's episode takes us to the Ivy League! That's right, DT and Keith go to school with River Rymsha of the Dartmouth College Big Green as our interview series continues. Hear what it's like to choose the NCAA path to try to make the NHL. Plus, all the Warrior numbers from the NHL as we've hit the All-Star break! And news on our Social Media split! Enjoy. (pic cred to Mark Washburn)

Keith and DT lead off with the lowdown on Warrior in the NHL, bagging on the NHL for their All-Star selections and those awful jerseys and finish with the second part in a series of interviews about trying to make it to the NHL. Drake Rymsha of the London Knights is back for the second half of his interview about making the team, training camp, living the hockey life and his first fight in the OHL.

Keith and DT are back after the New Year and loaded with the NHL update! Big numbers being put up by our Warrior Pros. Plus, a recap of the new stick debuted at the Winter Classic, a look into our ties to the NCAA and CHL plus, the first in a series of interviews about trying to make it to the NHL. This week it's part one with Drake Rymsha of the London Knights and his journey to being drafted into the OHL at age 16.

This is it! Our first interview with one of our PROS! Henrik Zetterberg of the Detroit Red Wings sat down with Keith to talk about his equipment and life as a Warrior Pro! Plus, a big announcement as we welcome a new Pro to the family all encompassed into a tribute to the wonderful country of Sweden!

We promised you goalies out there that we wouldn't forget about you and we didn't! This episode is all about our NHL goalies, our Ritual G2 line of pads and the Ritual line of protective! Not only that but Keith and DT sat down with Warrior Goalie Tech Specialist Kirk Allen to discuss the gear and preview the new gear for 2015!

Keith and DT are back this week with a full episode complete with a Warrior NHL update with some new pros and updated stats. Plus, an interview with John W. from our Digital Marketing Department who, along with Keith, talks about the Warrior VIP Program and how you can possibly get into the program for our next product launch! Music provided by Bless the Fall

Keith and DT want to wish everybody out there a happy Thanksgiving and preview some of the upcoming episodes and interviews on the podcast. Including some audio from a recent interview session with some Pros in which a FIGHT broke out!

DT and Keith run down the latest Warrior numbers from the NHL, Keith gives you a new Warrior Pro announcement and a special interview with Sr. Product Manager for Hockey, Chris Jenkinson, who gives you the inside story of how the Covert QR line of sticks came to be from development to launch and offers a few tidbits into our new gear for 2015.

Keith and DT give you the latest numbers on Warrior's success in the NHL, plus, for all you glove lovers out there, a special interview with the man who handles all of our NHL Glove Orders and news on NHL players we've welcomed into the family.

DT and Keith went through the Warrior Happenings in the NHL with the NHL Recap, talked about how the Covert QR1 is a big success at retail and announced the Winner of the Get Quick Challenge!

Warrior Hockey Full Circle Episode 1 DT and Keith talk about what's in store for Warrior Hockey's new Podcast and what to expect in future episodes. Plus! Listen in for opportunities to win free hockey gear.