Why 65 flex

[Scstars524 0]

Why have most companies changed there intermediate flex to 65 flex instead of 75 flex?

[Dougie8 0]

I dont know the exact reason but a few years ago i needed a 65 flex really bad because a 75 was too stiff for me, I'm not too sure if that was a good idea cause thats basically like having a stiffer junior?

[dietzie27 0]

they mad it 65 so kids could get used to a tad stiffer stick, before jumping up to an 85

[Eazy_b97 1]

A few companies have 75ish model senior sticks now too. It keeps the jump a little closer as well. 25 was a big jump (coming from junior) and 85 was fairly similar.

[sundinleafs137 13]

I actually like the 75 int. flex, skinnier shaft and shorter to I dont have to cut half of the stick off and still a decent stiffness, I'm probably gonna have to switch back to seniros though since XXXlite will have 77, senior size.

[Go Pio's 0]

Why have most companies changed there intermediate flex to 65 flex instead of 75 flex?

We (Christian) made the decision to go with a 65 because of the cut-down factor. We found that most intermediate players who were using our sticks were cutting the stick down about 3". When you cut down a 75 flex 3", you are turning it into about a 90 flex.

As a coach of Squirts, I hate seeing my players using a stick that is too stiff for them. They do not have any appreciation for the feel of the puck. I have a kid on my team who is using a 100 flex Stealth that has been cut down about 12". This thing has no give to it whatsoever. It's no wonder he is one of my worst players. Ugh!

[Overtime 0]

Well said. like you took the words right out of my mouth. :o

[cobrAA 0]

Well for the kids exemple i totally agreed! but where i can't understand is that a 75flex cut 3 inch turn into a 90..

on the POWERTEK stick..they have a chart at the handle of the shaft and each inch equal to a stiffer of '''3flex rating'' not 5...

[Overtime 0]

i had this problem 2 years ago. it is funny how 2 years ago i have been using a 90 flex Zbubble and now iam using a 65 SL.

[Scstars524 0]

Should I move up to 65 flex? I am 13 years old, 5 ft tall, and 92 pounds.

[Langenbrunner15 0]

I would keep the junior flex for now, im 5'4 and moved up to 65 during the summer. Wait till your atleast 5'3-2ish....

[Overtime 0]

for sure wait , but if you are breaking alot of sticks lately try the an ultralite with a wood blade.