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- April 21, 2019With so many different knots, ties, holes and loops, even some veteran lacrosse players are too intimidated to restring their own lacrosse heads. But despite the seemingly complicated process, it’s actually not as hard as you might think to string it yourself. All it takes are a few easy steps, the right tools and little practice. Before you know it, you’ll be back on the field with a freshly strung lacrosse stick adjusted perfectly to your own preference. Keep in mind that there are several different stringing styles out there, all with their own pros and cons. We’re teaching you one of the more basic stringing techniques. Once you get it down, try experimenting with different methods until you find the right one for you.
A Little Lacrosse Lingo
If you’re just learning your way around a lacrosse stick, let’s go over a few basic parts that you’ll need to know before restringing. Head: Attached to the top of the lacrosse stick, this is a typically a plastic, molded piece that the strings -
- April 03, 2019When a hockey player hits the ice, they want to look their best. Sure, a great uniform is a good place to start, but no style is officially complete without a fantastic helmet to top everything off. When designing these next-level helmets, many teams and players use high-quality decals and stickers to stand out from the rest. Let’s take a look at our top ten favorite hockey helmet decals to give you some inspiration—and don’t worry, we’re not giving all the glory to the goalies. If these ten helmet designs didn’t quite give you the desired inspiration for your own unforgettable look, worry not. The NHL playoffs are almost here to help spark some creativity.
10 Of Our Favorite Hockey Helmet Designs & Decals
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1. King of the Jungle
Let’s kick it off with a classic. No one will question who rules the rink with a fierce mask like the one worn by Gilles Gratton way back in the 1970s. Gratton was a pioneer of pushing the limits of -
- February 04, 2019A brand-new season is almost here! But before you can run onto the field, chances are you need a great, new look to tie your uniform together. If you’re like many players, that means a snazzy, new decal applied to your helmet. There’s no need to hire a professional to stick a decal onto a helmet. In fact, all you need is a blank helmet, a new decal and a little patience. Then, just follow these easy steps—plus a few extra tips—and you’ll be ready to start another winning season in style.
Helmet Decal Pro Tips
Make it Stick
First off, make sure you’re using a high-quality, durable decal that’s designed to withstand rigorous, athletic impacts. Aside from choosing a reputable decal company, a well-made decal should be at least as thick as a dime. With a thinner or cheaper decal, expect the sticker to quickly rip, tear, wrinkle or fade well before the season is over. Once you have your decal and are ready to apply, make sure the helmet is completely clean and dry. There should be no dirt, -
- March 31, 2018"Have you made your New Year's resolution yet?" Let's just go ahead and assume you've been asked this question more than once in the past few weeks and you've just laughed, hesitated to respond and/or just immediately changed the subject. Or perhaps you are one of those "on-top of their game" individuals who has a full blown list, including a timeline, of how you're going to stick these said goals and exactly when they will be accomplished... And if so, CHEERS to you! Either way, when reality sets in and you realize it's a new year, naturally, the first thing that comes to mind is "What can I do better this year?" or "What can I change for the better this year?"... Though resolutions are often intended to last the entire year, they seldom do. As sad as that may be to say, the truth is hard to swallow and we all need a little motivation here and there! When you're about to eat that brownie, drink that can of Diet Coke, skip the gym or say a "curse" word when your dropped your iPhone on the
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- March 12, 2018Are you ready to give your helmet a whole new look, but it’s covered in stickers or decals? Don’t think that buying a new helmet is your only solution. Whether you’re changing teams, switching numbers or are just ready for something new, it’s easier than you think to remove any sticker or decal from your helmet. Before you know it, you’ll be back to playing your favorite sport with the helmet you love and a new, fresh style. All it takes are a few household items and a little patience. You won’t even need a product like Goo-Gone or WD40 to get you there. Here are some quick and easy solutions for you to remove those stickers in no time.
Getting Started
Before getting down to helmet decal removal, there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure incredible results. First off, some stickers and decals will be trickier than others to entirely remove. This often depends on the sticker’s quality as well-made stickers are often easier to take off. Time can also be a factor. A sticker adhered -
- February 21, 2018When we start to ponder on the idea of "professional athletes" and what exactly they positively contribute to society, it's easy to starting rambling on about all the negative things that come to mind (which is fair enough)... But, putting aside all the suspensions, fights, scandals, etc., I would confidently say, in most all cases, the good outweighs the bad in the world of professional athletes. If we take a look at the professional athletes today, there are both men and women using their salary, privilege and prestige to better the world in one way or another. Whether they are working with children, donating their time and/or money or standing up for a cause they believe in, there are truly so many athletes who contribute in ridiculous magnitude. Setting aside what society tell us, let's focus on the positive (that's what 2018 is all about, right...?) and see some current athletes who go above and beyond the call with their charitable ways!
Serena Williams:
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- November 27, 2017Although baseball is, “America’s favorite pastime”, the sport has gained traction around the globe. With spring training around the corner, baseball fans are gearing up for the MLB season, but what about baseball on a global level? With the recent first American championship win against Puerto Rico, 8-0, at the World Baseball Classic; which for those who aren’t aware, this is baseball’s attempt at a World Cup in response to baseball being removed from the Olympic Games; I wanted to explore baseball as a global sport. Looking at the distinguished level of play at this year’s World Baseball Classic, I think it’s clear that the sport of baseball is globalizing. Thinking about baseball as a former Olympic Sport, and now, since its founding in 2005, the World Baseball Classic; it’s apparent that baseball as a sport is in a long-standing transition of globalization. The quintessential American sport has been shifting for years to other nations with talented players waiting for their moment to
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- January 11, 2017With baseball season in full swing, no pun intended, we thought it would be a fun blog topic to touch on some simple and easy tips for baseball batting. Clearly, having great batting skills is a key to being successful in the sport. We hope this blog is useful for coaches and players alike! Let’s jump into the baseball hitting tweaks and tips! Hey batter batter, SWING! Let’s just start with a tip that many pro batting coaches and players like to make point of saying; remember that there are many different batting styles and not one is the end-all-be-all right way to do it. Optimize and enhance your own unique batting style, rather than copying someone with a different build than you, or a different stance etc. Batting is equally a mental challenge as it is physical. Many players tend to psych themselves up when the step up to the plate. All eyes are on you! It’s an intimidating moment in the game for any level player. But, it’s important to keep calm before you step up to bat. Go to a happy
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- January 11, 2017So, you’re ready to purchase your team uniforms, custom t-shirts, spirit wear, outerwear & so much more…but wait! How on earth are you supposed to choose the perfect ink for you? Did you even realize there were different ink types for custom apparel? Fret no more! This blog post will tell you everything you need to know about different forms of ink, and help you decide what’s best for your custom apparel! What’s with the ink? We offer loads of different kinds of inks here at Sportdecals® and Teamwear1™. No matter your project, we have what you need! What ink is best for you? There 10 main kinds of inks we use during customization, each unique to fit whatever it is you’re looking for. Dye Sublimation
- A form of dying the fibers of the garment
- Ultra-durable, will not peel or crack
- Soft touch with no weight or feel
- Unlimited colors
- For light colored, 100% polyester garments only
- A form of printing ink onto the garment, similar to an at home printer
- Highly durable with long
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