Where Have All The Old Hockey Equipment Companies Gone?

If you follow the sport of hockey, you know what I am talking about.  Alot of hockey equipment companies aren't what they used to be.  If you read Hockey Warriors Post On CCM, you'll know more than you need to.  Basically, its like this the gear you used to buy has probably changed.  We aren't in the age of options.  We are in the age of take over.  This company is richer, so it takes over that