TPS whip flex vs. XXX Lite 87?

[psulion22 402]

Ok, I've found XXX Lites online very, very, cheap. But, they only have them in 87 (reg) flex. I use a Response+ whip flex, which I love, and the only reason I am thinking of gettinga XXX Lite is the price. Has someone used both? How does the 87 flex compare to the TPS whip? I really like the flex and performance I get, since I'm only 5'10" 160. Easton's 85 is ok, I had a Si-core 85 that I liked, but a little more flex would be nice. I've done a search, but couldn't find any topics on this, although I did give up after 10 pages or so.

[Jake 0]

I have both an XXX P9 and a TPS Adrenaline Whip Sundin and there is definitely a noticable difference in flexes.

I'm a smaller guy and much prefer the whip flex. Gives me great response, and nice action on wristers at minimal expense to my slapshot. I just find I have to concentrate a little more on the mechanics of my slapper or else the puck will die a little bit.

The thing about TPS is that their flexes seem to get whippier, moreso than other manufacturers.

[psulion22 402]

so given they were the same price, you'd still buy a TPS whip?

[Chadd 916]

Whip is 70-75 flex.

[Jake 0]

so given they were the same price, you'd still buy a TPS whip?

Yes. Although I also like the Sundin Curve much more than the Hossa.

[psulion22 402]

excellent, thanks. In that case, I'll post the link to the sticks in case anyone else wants them (I wanted to make sure I would get one)

[psulion22 402]

oops, forgot the link.

Bauer XXX Lite OPS - 139.99

[chilaxin12 2]

Thats a good deal. If only it was closer to hockey season and I needed new sticks.

[pjf 0]

If you want a XXX lite in a whip flex, I would recomend the 77 sr flex.

Please note that they dropped the INtermediate flex to 67

[Overtime 0]

On the link he gave us, they only have 87 flex

[Jake 0]

If you want a XXX lite in a whip flex, I would recomend the 77 sr flex.

Please note that they dropped the INtermediate flex to 67

I haven't seen that flex yet.

[psulion22 402]

Yep, only 87 flex, which was the whole reason for my question and thread. If they had a 77 flex, it wouldn't have been an issue.