Nowadays, the standard hockey grip that is already on your stick when you purchase it is no longer enough. Many hockey players use an overgrip. This can have various reasons. Some hockey players simply want to make their grip a little thicker, others prefer a grip that feels soft. Whatever your motivation, you have plenty…

One grip, double impact! RIBBON Sportgrip and The Hockey Center Almere partner for Hockey Dreams Foundation! An impressive greeting! That is the barrel of lovingly donated hockey sticks, waiting to get a second life and make hockey players' dreams come true at the Hockey Dreams Foundation. That's the first thing I came across when I…

For hockey players, selecting the right equipment is crucial to maximize performance on the hockey field. Among many elements that contribute to a hockey player’s effectiveness, the hockey grip plays an essential role in providing control, comfort, and a solid connection between player and their hockey stick. We have two different hockey grips in our…

The reason why we need to play with sustainable hockey grips Hockey is a sport that requires skills, agility, and precision. However, one aspect that hockey players often overlook is the importance of having a good grip on the hockey stick. A good grip can make all the difference in a player’s performance. But what…

Field hockey is a highly demanding sport that requires a wide range of skills, from speed and agility to precision and control. Ready to elevate your hockey aptitude? You must be proficient in a variety of techniques to be successful on the field. In this blog, we will explore the top 5 field hockey skills…

From pancake grip to double V grip, these are the 5 types of grips used when playing hockey When playing hockey your left hand will always be at the top of your hockey stick, no matter what! Your left hand controls your stick while carrying out all techniques. It is the one that strongly grips…

Cork is the bark of the oak tree, known as the Quercus Suber The oak tree is an evergreen tree that only grows in agricultural plantations along the Mediterranean Sea. Portugal is the largest cork provider, contributing to more than half of the global cork growth. Besides Portugal, cork is also harvested in Spain, Algeria,…

Wrapping up the year but keep looking forward  Training, no training, training with 1.5 meter distance - we almost had it all by the start of 2022. After a tumultuous start of the hockey year with many restrictions due to the COVID 19 pandemic, we look forward to a seamless start of 2023. Along the…

Why only the best hockey grip is good enough When on the pitch, your hockey stick is the main weapon used to either attack the goal or defend opponents. The field hockey stick is your most valuable asset with the power to spell the difference between success and failure. Given this importance, it is expected…

The spark: why I decided to develop my own hockey grip Lieke here! You are listening to a self-confessed ‘hockey-gear freak’. After a way too long lockdown due to the COVID pandemic, I was finally allowed to hockey again. Searching in the garage, I found my hockey stick covered with a thick layer of dust.…

The challenges of starting a brand Proud me climbed the first mountain, and found a solution for my dusty hockey stick. From now on I’m always going to grip my hockey stick with a fresh RIBBON Sportgrip : ) Oh no… there it is already, the second mountain I have to walk, or rather RUN…