leonzhu 7 Report post Posted May 21, 2013 Hi everyone,I currently play with a P92 pattern on my 82flex APX (Cut down by 3"). I find that my shots are okay, although not as hard as i would like them to be. I also stickhandle decently with the P92. However, passing (especially saucers) seems to be a problem for me, my passes tend to flutter when i try to give them a bit more power. Would going to either a P14 or P12 help? I like a round toe and a small curve, slightly open face. I'm putting in the custom orders for the APX2 soon so any advice would be great.Based on the advice i get here i'll probably order up a APX to try out the curve over the summer before committing to a new curve for the next season.Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chippa13 1844 Report post Posted May 21, 2013 The P12 may take time to get used to as it will be a shorter blade with a flatter rocker than the P92. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
XOX 6 Report post Posted May 21, 2013 I've always used a p92. I bought a apx p14 and everything was spectacular. It is a really versatile curve and I had no problems transitioning. Everything was instantly better I highly recommend it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bgdawg019 9 Report post Posted May 21, 2013 i have never used a p-12, but the p-14 i liked better then the p-92. it has a lower lie, very easy to get shots off with. i dont like how the blade is shaped. almost like it gets smaller towards the toe. also the p-14 has a square-ish toe aswell. p-14 is a shorter blade aswell.cant say i have ever seen a p-12? i guess its a mybauer thing? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tyler Roy 86 Report post Posted May 21, 2013 P12 is more or less the Iginla. If you are looking for a smaller curve like you said this would be a good option. Round toe, shorter blade and a smaller curve. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cavs019 702 Report post Posted May 21, 2013 Your best bet would be to try and find a P29. Its always played like a shallower, less open P92 for me with the same lie/blade profile characteristics.Rough Example: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Bauer-One90-Pro-Stock-Hockey-Stick-P29-95-Flex-LH-Left-/390123158797?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item5ad526fd0d Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steelnation248 101 Report post Posted May 21, 2013 P92 was my go-to curve for awhile before switching to the P88. I tried a P14 curve when I was using the P92 and I didn't like it at all. It wasn't clicking for me so I tried the P88 and I've liked it much better. I just wish the lie and rocker were the same as the P92. I might have to look for a P29 blade, like mentioned above. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
XOX 6 Report post Posted May 21, 2013 What I've come to realize about bauer sticks(which I use exclusively now) is that you can't muscle the shot or pass you really have to let this sticks do the work. I have 4 apx (2) p91,(1) p92 , (1)p14 as well as 4 TO (1)p08 , (1) p88,(1)p14 ,and a pro stock Simmonds which is a kreps. My point being is that, with all the different curves I have I have never had to change my mechanics as long as I let the stick do the work. Also out of all those the p14 is my favorite second woud be the kreps. If I were u I would get a p14 blade to try or pick up a lower end stick like the nexus 600 or supreme one.8 or a vapor 4.0. That way you don't break the bank. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tvaughan4 16 Report post Posted May 22, 2013 Your best bet would be to try and find a P29. Its always played like a shallower, less open P92 for me with the same lie/blade profile characteristics.Rough Example: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Bauer-One90-Pro-Stock-Hockey-Stick-P29-95-Flex-LH-Left-/390123158797?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item5ad526fd0dIf only Bauer would bring back the p29, that was a sad day when they took that off MyBauer... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cosmic 178 Report post Posted May 22, 2013 If only Bauer would bring back the p29, that was a sad day when they took that off MyBauer...That p29 looks perfect. Is there a clone in the Bauer or other stick lineups? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leonzhu 7 Report post Posted May 22, 2013 Thanks for all the tips guys, really helping the decision process.The P12 may take time to get used to as it will be a shorter blade with a flatter rocker than the P92. Chippa, i currently wear my tape closer to the heel with the P92, would the P12 be any different? Have you used the P12 (and do you have a photo of the P12 and P92 side-by-side)? Thanks. What I've come to realize about bauer sticks(which I use exclusively now) is that you can't muscle the shot or pass you really have to let this sticks do the work. I have 4 apx (2) p91,(1) p92 , (1)p14 as well as 4 TO (1)p08 , (1) p88,(1)p14 ,and a pro stock Simmonds which is a kreps.My point being is that, with all the different curves I have I have never had to change my mechanics as long as I let the stick do the work. Also out of all those the p14 is my favorite second woud be the kreps.If I were u I would get a p14 blade to try or pick up a lower end stick like the nexus 600 or supreme one.8 or a vapor 4.0. That way you don't break the bank.XOX, i used the PM9 originally and loved it for passing and stickhandling, but wasn't crazy about the way it shot. The P92 shoots much better, and i can pick any corner i like now. Would you say the P14 is in between? (Could you also post a picture comparing P92/P88/P14?) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tvaughan4 16 Report post Posted May 22, 2013 That p29 looks perfect. Is there a clone in the Bauer or other stick lineups?I haven't found one. I you do let me know!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cosmic 178 Report post Posted May 22, 2013 I haven't found one. I you do let me know!!!For a matter of such importance, I think it is worthy of having its own thread:http://www.modsquadhockey.com/forums/index.php/topic/63725-clone-of-p29-curve/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SolarWind 23 Report post Posted May 22, 2013 I've always used a p92. I bought a apx p14 and everything was spectacular. It is a really versatile curve and I had no problems transitioning. Everything was instantly better I highly recommend it.As a long term P92 user who converted to P14 2 years ago I echo this comment - p14 is a great curve! Passing is more accurate, so as shots (p92 tends to shoot over the net no matter how much I cup) and toe drags a just that much easier! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
XOX 6 Report post Posted May 22, 2013 Yes I would definitely say that th p14 is between a pm9 and p92. I will try to post pictures after a get home from work. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chippa13 1844 Report post Posted May 22, 2013 I've been pretty much exclusively a P12/Iginla user since they came out. I don't have any pictures handy to compare with the P92. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dave_dou 0 Report post Posted May 22, 2013 the p12 is a great all around curve..... bauer says lie 7 but its actually more of a 5.5 .heres a pic, bauer one95 p12 , easton iginla and ccm lecavalier .... http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/560/photo9fl.jpg/Chippa, where do you get your Bauer p12? cant find anywhere exept on mybauer..? any help?thx Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crossen463 8 Report post Posted May 22, 2013 I like mid-toe curves so I'd say a P14. However, I don't like that it's a 6 lie. I used a 6 lie with the P88 and it's just too upright for me. If you're used to a P92 (5 lie) I'd recommend finding another 5 lie, but if you're willing to try and transition to a different lie I'd recommend a P14. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chippa13 1844 Report post Posted May 22, 2013 The Bauer P12 is a little higher lie than the Iginla, about a 6 vs. 5.5. The CCM Lecavalier is even a little higher than that. I usually get my P12 sticks through MyBauer but I have gotten lucky with pro stock or SMU's a few times in the past. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
th6252 25 Report post Posted May 22, 2013 I like mid-toe curves so I'd say a P14. However, I don't like that it's a 6 lie. I used a 6 lie with the P88 and it's just too upright for me. If you're used to a P92 (5 lie) I'd recommend finding another 5 lie, but if you're willing to try and transition to a different lie I'd recommend a P14.out of curiosity, have you actually played with a p14? imo, it plays lower than the stated 6 lie...more like 5.5. i really notice a difference when switching between it and the p92. even putting the blades side by side, the p14 appeared slightly flatter to my eye than the p92. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crossen463 8 Report post Posted May 22, 2013 I didn't get a chance to skate but they used to let people test out curves at a "shooting gallery" at a local sports store. I felt as though it was pretty true to the labeled 6 lie. It could have been due to not being on skates but it just seemed really similar to the lie on my x40 which is 6. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KoT 2 Report post Posted May 23, 2013 P14 (lie 6) = P92 (lie 5) = E28 (lie 5)I have both... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yianni54 2 Report post Posted May 23, 2013 P14 is definately not a lie 6. Its closer to 5.25. when I compare it to my Warrior lie 4 (really 5), its only slightly more upright. Also, the P14 is flat and has a smaller rocker than P92. The rocker on P92 IMO makes it play more like a lie 7. I would say P88 is a 5.5. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CTB 32 Report post Posted May 24, 2013 Now I gotta try out the P14. Made the switch from P88 to P92 about a month ago. Definitely easier to get loft on the shots in tight spaces but it's take me a while to get used to doing things on the backhand. Is the P14 a better curve for handling things on the backhand? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyguy1 1 Report post Posted May 24, 2013 I have both a p92 and p14. I like both but found my shot alittle more wobbly with the p14. I like the shorter blade of the p14 and is what I primarily use right now. Also my backhand shot was horrible with the p92, much better with p14 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
