cupcrazy16

Easton Z-Carbon 70 Yzerman, 5'6", 125lbs Blade: I've only used wood sticks all my life and this is one of the best blades I've ever used, unlike conventional wood sticks, the Z-Carbon is much less prone to splinters and splitting. The blade is certainly lighter and there is a good solid feel to the blade. 9.5/10 Flex - Yes, I know, 70 Flex, however, I don't think I've ever taken a slap shot unless the coach has forced me to in practice, I live and die by my wrist shot. I didn't notice anything considerably different with my shot compared with my prior stick, however, that was a pro-stock Naslund which is a wood stick which I have to consider as the best wood stick I've ever used. I guess it depends on the playing style, but for me, the whippier the better. 10/10 Recieving Passes/Stickhandling - The stick has good feel and the blade is solid so you get nice crisp passes off, I didn't notice anything different recieving passes, it has good feel. Maybe the puck bounces around more than it should though and I've been prone to having the puck roll off the blade more often while stick handling. 8/10 Weight - One of the lightest wood sticks on the market, well-balanced as well. 10/10 Durability - Like I said, the biggest problem I have with wood sticks is the blade and how fast I can go through them, the Z-Carbon has a very durable blade, I expect the stick to last longer than the usual wood sticks. Conclusion - If you are in the market for a wood stick I would pick the Z-Carbon, I feel this stick is head and shoulders above all available wood sticks. I usually go through at least 5 sticks a year and a constantly try different wood sticks, I've never been a fan of Easton wood sticks, but this stick has changed my mind. It is lightweight and more durable, yet it maintains the wood feel. I feel this is a great alternative to OPS and shafts at a very reasonable price.