A2rhino

All I did was reach out to them and first asked if they had what I was looking for (like mine) not on the website. They didn't so I asked if they could do a custom mold. They said yes and told me the price. I agreed to it and sent them an extra stick that I had with the curve that I wanted. They sent me CGI photos of it for approval and then developed the blade. I cant remember how many weeks it took but I thought it was fair due to what I was wanting. I should add that the blade came out absolutely perfect. So now they have the curve and it is available upon request. That's why I would ask first if someone has already requested to have this made.

Depending on how committed you are to these specs, You could always ask to have this curve custom (at a price) made for you. I had a curve made for me and was extremely happy with how it came out. It would also be best of you had an example that you could send of what you were looking for.

I'm sure in time it'll happen. But I know that he's always been about providing a great stick for a great price, And to think now he would have 5 different sticks to customize with all the different choices. I cant even begin to guess how much it would cost him to keep this all organized and running. Gotta give it to the guy though. He makes a great stick for a great price. I have done a couple custom orders (Wood Grain finish with the basketball grip was a nice touch) but in the end I found that I'm happy with the specs on the sticks he has in stock. Love the mid kick with the rounded square shaft, grip with no texture and sandpaper blade. Works for me. Especially for the price.

These are being sold on this side under the True brand.

I cant speak to the VF as I have not tried it but I can say that the OG Blue has been extremely consistent for me in terms of flex from one to the other. Not to mention that for $109 US plus tax and freight. I'll take that all day! . As for balance and weight. I laugh at people about this because it can easily be rectified by spending some time in the gym and actually getting stronger and conditioned rather than nit picking about this sort of thing. We were all playing with 415 gram plus sticks just a few years ago.

Krev!!!! Long time no speak buddy!! Thanks for the input on this. I'll have to place and order for one and see how it goes. Hope all is well!!

I would highly recommend that you check out his sticks. He has a few different options as well as the retail P46. He still has the OG RED LOW KICK or BLUE (MY FAVORITE) MID KICK. Or the newer sticks. PRO46 PRO4466 PRO22 You can even use the 3D CURVE VISUALIZER to see the curve from all angles.

I don't buy retail anymore and order all my sticks from PROSTOCKHOCKEYSTICKS.COM Great sticks, more curve choices and NO TARRIFFS!! I'm sorry but for the quality of the sticks that you're getting today for these insane prices and the lack of curve options. You cant go wrong.

I tried a handful and even had Geppetto make me a mold of what was once my personal favorite curve that is no longer available. The one I did stick with for a while was the Pro38. I can't say enough about what a great mid curve this stick is. But as I'm getting up in age and now play in a league that only allows snap and wrist shots, I wanted to try to get a curve that I didn't have to put near as much work behind as I did with the mid-heel and mid curves. Gradually moving to a toe curve and ending up with this one. The curves I did the best with to make this transition were the PRO38, PRO4466, PRO71 to my current curve the PRO9271. The 9271 has the blade shape of the P92, a higher lie and is a bit longer of a blade than the PRO71. I've considered trying the PRO712 as I do like the squarish style toe and the blade shape seems very similar to the PRO38. My only issue now is that it has a slightly lower lie and is a very long blade. Who knows. maybe I'll get one just to try it out.

I ended up going with the PRO9271. Everything about this curve has worked great for me. It also made me realize what a HUGE difference a higher lie made when shooting and and stick handling. If I was to nit pick and make this 100% perfect for me, I would make it into a Max height blade.

I last posted about these sticks in Aug of 2023. I have continued to order these sticks and have had a blast searching for my perfect curve. As it may have taken a what seemed like forever I have found it and couldn't be happier. Best part is that I don't have to custom order it as this is readily available in what is now called the BLUE OG. Easily my favorite sticks as they are more consistent and reliable than any other brand out there. Especially for the price. But how are we all not talking about the HUGE ELEPHANT IN THE ROOM? The fact that the greatest goal scorer is (allegedly) using this stick speaks volumes to Geppetto's love of the craft of hockey sticks.

I picked up a set of these and love them on my Mach's! https://shotblockers.com/products/shotblockers-xt-pro?srsltid=AfmBOoqxmA8fOmylykv5RbhTJptNK_EmLLvh4-jSpB0NlMAt39zPlSAo

Thank you for the answer to this question.

This is the best video I have found on the P86 and description of the blade. https://www.instagram.com/hockeystickman/reel/C9N4I5EskR2/

Agreed, It is not the same curve.

We always had good communication on here. I remember he was a fan of the P89 curve. RIP Brian.

Hey gang, I keep hearing that CCM will be releasing this as their newest curve. Is there any truth to this and if so when should we expect it?

Guys, I think the Tacks / RBK 9K was the best girdle out there for comfort and protection other than maybe the old Bauer Supreme TotalOne. But May I suggest this bad boy of a girdle. I bought one used however it didn't fit and had to send it back. It was a tank and very breathable https://tackla.eu/tuote/tackla-breezer-3d-prozone-icehockey-girdle-sr/

Was thinking anything that's causing friction would eventually wear the holder out and cause the steel to not stay as stable as new.

Hey all, I know that it was brought up at the beginning of this thread about the design of this steel and the way it preforms possibly damaging or eventually wearing out holders. I was wanting to follow up and see if any of you have had any long time experience with these and if there has been any issues regarding this. Thanks in advance

Will this shell fit over a pair of traditional hockey pants and if so, does it require you to go a size up?

Hey guys haven't been on here in a while but was curious if based on what I have read above, that a code of LXPX would mean its an LX PRO with a QX blade and the X would mean the blade is extra stiff? BTW, What hand do shoot beerleaguecaptain? I came across a P46 curve if you're still using it.

You raise a VERY VALID point. I guess my question now is; why does Bauer offer this if they are not benefiting from it in some way?

I would suggest that if you are TRULY interested in that to look into www.Prostockhockeysticks.com . Geppetto offers most everything and anything you could ask for at an extremely fair price and high quality products. He is who made my mold and my sticks for me. I get your point and that is why I say to at least provide a custom offering like the one vendor does. That way stores aren't at a high risk of inventory and neither is the vendor if you are going to have to wait a few weeks for what you want. Hell, they could even require a minimum number of sticks so they know that the guys like us are serious about what we are wanting. To be fair I would love to hear from someone at Warrior as to why the stopped the custom offerings just so I can make sense of it all. I really do appreciate the feedback from you guys because I believe this is how we help move the needle and why I have always loved this forum.

I think its safe to say they are making a killer profit as most of the money goes into marketing more than anything. I think they would make even more if they would focus on making products that are as durable as they perform rather than racing to the bottom with who can make the lightest stick that breaks in 5 games or less. As for the molds, I'm not saying to develop anything new. I'm simply saying that they have the molds from previous generations and simply offer what they already have molds of. As you said; Its really not that hard. If one vendor can do it, why can't another. With that said, I paid to have a mold made and it was roughly $1200.00. They would make that back in just a few sticks with what they charge for custom sticks today.