Howies

Howies is a colloquial term, primarily used in Canada, particularly in the Maritime provinces, to refer to inexpensive, generic athletic tape, often used for hockey equipment. It is sometimes used more broadly to refer to any brand of hockey tape that is considered lower quality or budget-friendly. The term's origin is believed to be related to the "Howies Hockey Tape" brand, which gained popularity for its affordability. Although "Howies" can be capitalized to reflect the brand name, its usage as a generic term often sees it written in lowercase.