02/23/2026
It all started in 1994, when our founder, Randy, was approached by his brother-in-law, a former Junior player in Finland, with a broken carbon fiber stick that had just passed its warranty.
With a background in aerospace and a passion for problem-solving, Randy took on the challenge and attempted a repair. It wasn’t perfect, but it sparked an idea that wouldn’t leave him.
Fast forward a few years, and Randy found himself running a boat repair business in Port Alberni, BC, when he noticed more and more hockey families struggling to afford new sticks. One night, with six broken sticks on his workbench, he had a breakthrough—an innovative hollow internal shaft repair that restored the stick’s original feel and flex.
The results? The repaired sticks were “as good as new.”
That’s when Randy realized he could help players everywhere keep their game strong without breaking the bank. Integral Hockey was born with a clear mission: reduce the cost of the game and keep sticks out of landfills.
Today, we have 100 + locations across North America and we have now entered Europe. We’re proud to offer affordable, high-quality repairs backed by a Lifetime Warranty at the repair zone, helping tens of thousands of players, parents, and teams save money and reduce waste.
For us, it's not just about repairing sticks; it’s about making hockey accessible and sustainable for all.
