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STICK SCHOOL

PART 1:

CURVE STYLES

  • TOE CURVE

    Toe curves bend more towards the end of the blade and they are the most popular curve style today. Toe curves look great and offer certain advantages like being able to cradle the puck better while stickhandling and quickly snap shots off the toe.

  • HEEL CURVE

    Formerly the most popular curve style in the 90's and early 2000's a heel curve is an open wedge type curve that starts right at the heel. Normally they are quite straight with no actual curve... think pure loft like a golf iron. Heel curves are more suited for long range wrist shots and slapshots.

  • MID CURVE

    A mid curve is normally a gradually opening curve which doesn't have enough toe to classify as a toe curve or isn't open enough at the heel to be called a heel curve. Mid curves are not specialized and they don't do one specific thing extremely well, instead they are only "decent" at a lot of different things.

  • FLAT CURVE

    A flat curve is exactly what it sounds like, very straight with a slight angle and normally a slightly open face, but not open enough where it becomes a heel curve. Flat curves are generally reserved for pass-first players.

STEP 2:

BLADE SHAPE TERMS

  • TOE SHAPE

  • MAX BLADE HEIGHT

  • ROCKER

PART 3:

FINDING THE RIGHT LIE

  • HIGH LIE (6+)

    High lie typically means a measurement of 6 or above. A high lie is great for players who skate in an upright position and stickhandle close to their body, or pull the puck in tight to their feet while shooting.

  • LOW LIE (under 5.5)

    Low lie typically means a measurement of 5.5 or below. A low lie is great for players who skate in a hunched or crouched position and stickhandle far away from their body or shoot in motion (while staying crouched).

  • ROCKERED LIE

    A rockered lie means the blade can rock back and forth so you can bring the stick in tight and use the toe of your blade when you need a higher lie, or move your stick out further and use the heel when you need a lower lie.

The 5-10 generic curves sold in stores are referred to as "retail" curves. Retail curves normally have a name attached to them i.e. "the Kane" even though most times that player does not use that curve.

Professional players have the luxury of creating their own custom curve which we refer to as a "pro curve" meaning it's the curve that the professional player actually uses while playing.

Check out: Pro Curve vs. Retail Curve

The curve recommendation tool can help you apply the knowledge you have learned on this page to find out which curve will be perfect for you!

Our 3D visualizer can help you see every angle of all the pro curves in our lineup along with a detailed description for each curve.

We track the 50 top scorers and the curves they are using here:

Curve Tracker

WHIPPY (LOW) FLEX VS. STIFF (HIGH) FLEX

  • WHIPPY FLEX (85 OR BELOW)

    "Whippy" means a lower flex, in other words the stick bends more. For senior sticks we consider 85 flex and below to be whippy. A lot of people incorrectly think their flex should be half their body weight but this is not the rule you should be using with today's technology. The PRO founder as an example is a big unit at 6 ft. 250 LBS. but still prefers a 70 or 77 flex. The young stars coming into the NHL today with their mind-bending quick release shots are a result of them growing up with the newer stick technology + a lower flex so that shots can pop off their stick with ease. There is however a sweet spot where your flex can become too low and you lose power on your shot.

  • STIFF FLEX (90+)

    "Stiff" means a higher flex that bends very little or not at all. For senior sticks we consider 90 flex and above to be stiff. Stiff flexes are being phased out over the past decade due to all the benefits that come from using the latest stick technology paired with a lower flex. However not every player is using their stick for quick release snapshots and stiffer flexes have their own advantages. A stiff flex can help you win puck battles and also can improve your slap shot. Stiff flexes are more popular among defensemen or gritty players that play a tough or heavy game.

HOW DOES CUTTING YOUR STICK

IMPACT THE FLEX?

FLEX IS ALWAYS MEASURED AT STANDARD HEIGHT! (Standard Height = 66" top to floor for senior)

Cutting your stick shorter will make the stick feel stiffer while adding height will make the stick feel whipper. As a general rule for every inch you remove or add, you can multiply that number of inches by 2.5 to find the new flex.

Example 1: adding a 2 inch extension to a standard height 77 flex stick: Since we are adding height we need to subtract flex points as the stick will feel whippier so 77 MINUS (2*2.5) = 72 FLEX

Example 2: cutting 2 inches off a standard height 77 flex stick: Since we are removing height we need to add flex points as the stick will feel stiffer so 77 PLUS (2*2.5) = 82 FLEX

As stated above under the low flex explanation, we always suggest players to use the lowest flex possible (without losing power on their shot) in order to take advantage of current stick technology. Using a lower flex will help to get a very quick and ease release on snap shots which has become the most popular shot style in today's game.

EXCLUSIVE TO INVENTORY

NEW MODELS FOR 2024

  • VX (HIGH PERFORMANCE)

    The VX is our ultra light weight low kick point option within our new high performance line up designed for the quickest possible release with the most “pop” – The VX features a redesigned low kick taper to help sling pucks off the blade effortlessly.

  • VF (HIGH PERFORMANCE)

    The VF is our variable kick point option (also known as hybrid kick point) within our new high performance line up designed to bring the advantages of various kick points all together in one stick (based on lower hand position). The VF taper has been redesigned with a focus on enabling consistent shots of all types.

  • VS (HIGH PERFORMANCE)

    The VS is our high kick point option within our new high performance line up designed to bring the most power to your shot. The VS features an entirely new taper design engineered to transfer the power generated by the shooter into a lethal release.

  • OG (RED OR BLUE)

    The OG series is a modified version of our traditional Red Line build (our top of the line model from 2018 – 2024). The OG series has the same feel and performance of a top of the line stick with slightly beefed up shaft walls to enhance durability. The OG model is available with all 50 curve options, with 2 kick points (Red = Low Kick, Blue = Mid Kick).

CUSTOM PRO MODELS

  • RED LINE

    The Red Line is our top of the line stick made with the most up to date materials and designed to compete with the top models on the market today. We recommend this build to those who want to get the most out of their stick and take advantage of new technology.

  • G63 & DAN'S BUILD

    For all G63 builds (G63, G63XL, Dan's build) the purpose is to hold the flex better over long time repeated use and abuse, so for heavy shooters it works great since you can shoot as much as you want without putting as much wear on the shaft and losing the flex. The XL and Dan's version use different blade constructions for a lighter blade and more balanced feel.

  • Model E

    The Model E is designed for nostalgic individuals who are yearning for the old school "made in mexico" feeling with a kevlar coating on the shaft (Model E Kevlar grip texture) and old school materials. This build will not perform like the Red Line but will certainly feed all your nostalgia cravings from a decade ago.

  • HOW TO MEASURE

    The most accurate way to measure height is with the stick standing straight up against a wall, and then measuring from the top of the stick straight down to the floor. Using this measurement, standard senior retail sticks from the store are 65" or 66" depending on brand - Our standard height measurement is 66" and our extended height measurement adds 3 extra inches for a total of 69" - NOTE: Flex for extended sticks is still measured at standard height (See Section 2: FLEX)

  • PROS & CONS - SHORTER STICK

    Short sticks are much better for stickhandling and control of the puck. A shorter stick also makes it easier to pull the puck in tight to your feet for pull and drag shots. The down side of a short stick is a limited reach and the flex can feel stiffer which can negatively impact quick release snapshots. However you can always order a lighter flex and cut it down to your desired height. For a better idea of how height impacts flex see Section 2: FLEX.

  • PROS & CONS - LONGER STICK

    A longer stick will give you a longer reach which is especially helpful for defensive poke checks. In general longer sticks also have more room to bend (think about trying to bend a ruler vs. a pencil) meaning it's easier to "use the flex" to improve shooting. The down side of a longer stick is it becomes more difficult to control the puck and dangle especially when making quick moves.

2024 - NEW SHAFT SHAPES

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    Concave Rounded Square

    The Concave rounded square shaft features slightly rounder edges compared to the square shaft along with concave sidewalls, and is available with a variable kick point.

    This shaft is used on our VF Model.
  •

    Concave Round

    The new concave rounded shaft features round edges (rounder than RS, less round than super round) along with concave sidewalls and a slightly thinner width and is available in a low kick point.

    This shaft is used on our VX Model.
  •

    Square

    As one of our most popular shaft shapes the square shaft has been revamped with a high kick point for 2024. The square shaft features straight walls and the sharpest edges.

    This shaft is used on our VS Model.

CLASSIC SHAFT SHAPES

  • Rounded Square

    The rounded square shaft provides a balance between a round & square shaft with semi-rounded edges and similar X&Y measures to the standard square shaft. The rounded square is available in both a mid and low kick point.

  • Square

    The square shaft is the most classic option in the lineup and features straight side walls with sharp edges. The classic square shaft is available only in a mid kick point.

  • Super Round

    The most controversial shaft option, you either love it or hate it. This shaft features standard senior X&Y measures but the corners are so round it ends up feeling more like an Intermediate shaft. It creates a "pop" feeling like none other and features a low kick point.

  • Tapered Handle

    CUSTOM ONLY: The square shaft with tapered handle is the exact same as our square shaft but the top 4 inches feature a rounded taper portion for a unique top hand grip. Available only in a mid kick point.

WHAT IS A KICK POINT?

THE KICK POINT IS THE SOFTEST PORTION OF THE SHAFT THAT BENDS THE MOST WHILE THE STICK FLEXES.

  • LOW KICK POINT

    A low kick point is designed for quick release shots, especially on the move. Low kick point sticks are best suited for fast, skill players who shoot from distances closer to the net and seek to get shots off in a hurry. We offer low kick sticks in inventory: VX, & OG (Red) as well as through custom order.

  • MID KICK POINT

    A mid kick point is similar to a variable kick point in the sense that it falls between a low and high kick but is less responsive compared to the variable kick and more geared towards pure shooting than a quick release. We offer a mid kick point on our OG (Blue) inventory model as well as through custom order.

  • HIGH KICK POINT

    A high kick point is made for pure snipers and long range shooters that seek to generate the most power on their shots. We offer a high kick point on our VS inventory model.

  • VARIABLE (HYBRID) KICK POINT

    The variable kick point aims to bring the advantages of various kick points all together in one stick (based on lower hand position). A higher hand position can be used for quick release shots, while a lower grip can generate more power like a mid or even high kick point. We offer a variable kick point on our VF inventory model.

  • SANDPAPER

    The most common option also known as Z-TAC or Sharkskin. The sandpaper blade has a gritty, sandpaper-like finish and can help to create friction with the puck while using less tape on the blade.

  • MATTE

    The matte blade is a flat finish with no light reflection. The matte blade is purely a cosmetic feature on the stick and does not have any performance benefits.

  • GLOSS

    The gloss blade is a highly reflective finish that reflects light. The gloss blade is purely a cosmetic feature on the stick and does not have any performance benefits.

  • TEXTURED RETAIL

    The textured retail blade is a fine mesh texture that you will find on almost every top of the line retail stick today in stores. The textured retail finish has the same advantages as a sandpaper blade.

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