Stick Question

[eric42434224 1]

My Old Easton Synergy Pro stocks are almost at an end.

I am going to buy a new stick(s) for the upcoming season, and I have a question.

I am looking at the one95 because of the reviews. Good for slapshots, and durable.

My question is: What is the major difference between the 0ne95 and the lower model...say the one85....and lower models too.

Obviously, the price, which is a factor.

I am a defensman, and take alot of slapshots, and want durability. But I play 40+ and C2 so I am not sure if the lower features would really matter to my level of play.

What are the differences?

Also with the s17 and s11 if anyone has knowledge on those too.

Thanks in advance!

[grider18 0]

the difference will be weight, possibly balance, performance etc.

The higher level sticks are exactly that because they are 100% carbon where as the lower you go in terms of levels of sticks the higher the shit mix of carbon/graphite gets which equals heavier, less balance, possibly more durable sticks.

[eric42434224 1]

So the lower levels sticks will be heavier with less balance. I think I can handle those, as the old Easton Synergys are heavier, and are my first OPS's.

And are you saying the lower level sticks may be more durable? That is a good thing.

Any major differences with the shot? At my level and experience, would the difference be that noticeable?

Thanks.

[grider18 0]

I have heard that some of the lower level sticks don't respond as well when it comes to shooting.

[eric42434224 1]

I have heard that some of the lower level sticks don't respond as well when it comes to shooting.

I would assume as much. Just wondering if the differences are worth the price for someone at my skill level and experience.

Thanks for your info.

[shotty 7]

Just wondering if the differences are worth the price for someone at my skill level and experience.

million dollar question, right there. if you're hesistant to drop major cash on a hockey stick, don't do it. always buy within your comfort zone and you'll never be disappointed.

[LkptTiger 1]

Torque. Price-point sticks do it.

[adam14 182]

You can always get say a one95 on here or on ebay at a relatively good price and next to new condition.

[eric42434224 1]

Torque. Price-point sticks do it.

tourque meaning less accuracy?

[LkptTiger 1]

Less power, too. In the relatively limited time I've spent with price-point sticks in my hands, I've got the impression that they would tend to open-up and rotate a bit while shooting. And by "a bit," I mean "a lot".

[lampliter87 8]

Yes, wobbly, fluttering shots are a result of torque.

The One85 isn't necessarily a "lower" model, it's marketed as a defenseman's stick or some nonsense like that because it's 62" overall, 2 inches longer than standard.

[K9 Unit 1]

ye and from what i heard the one85 is not a true one piece like the one95

[eric42434224 1]

I bought the one95. It is the first OPS that I have actually purchased (The pro-stock synergys were given to me).

I figured I would spend the $ and get what has been told to me is likely the best stick for me. (lots of slappers, and higher durability).

If I dont really see or feel major differences at my level of play, I will just get the lower model in the future.

I got the 0ne95 grip, 102 flex, malkin curve. The malkin curve seemed to be the most neutral. I also think that the 102 flex seemed to be less than the pro-stocks I have been using (yellow, blue and silver synergy's). And it seems lighter too. Looking forward to trying it out.

[The Dangler 0]

The one95 is a great stick, i noticed a big difference with shooting even over top of the line sticks. I used a price point stick, couldnt stand it. It felt like my shots were wobbly and it opened up when i got any power into it. Too heavy too, quite a bit heavier then any of my original patent pending (first gen) synergys. It was a low end reebok.

[sickwilly 37]

Any chance you'd consider getting a higher-end shaft/blade combo? You could still great great performance and a pretty good savings... I Agree with the suggestions of the forums here and ebay as good places to start looking. I've seen some pretty good deals on shafts on ebay lately. Seems like there's a lot of good RBK stuff for low prices right about now.

[eric42434224 1]

never used a blade shaft combo. dont know anything about them.

[cptjeff 0]

never used a blade shaft combo. dont know anything about them.

Well, a high end tapered combo is almost indistinguishable from a OPS. A dolo OPS is just a tapered combo with a better bond, for example. I would highly recommend one.

[eric42434224 1]

would the one95 shaft blade combe give relativly the same performance?

[cptjeff 0]

would the one95 shaft blade combe give relativly the same performance?

In short, no. The One 95 shaft is Bauer's top standard shaft and blade, and that's not going to be anywhere close to the one 95 OPS.

The top recommended tapered shafts are the dolo and the synergy line. Look online and you can find some closeouts if you're looking for something cheaper.

But a tapered shaft should run a little more then $100 at full price, and the blade $60. The OPS version of them usually costs over $200- pretty nice savings, especially when you only have to buy half the stick when it breaks.

Also, if you can get a hold of a ops synergy or dolo with a broken blade, you can turn those into a tapered shaft. There's a massive topic on that on this board somewhere. Dolos are particularly easy though, you don't even have to cut.

[eric42434224 1]

Thanks. I will keep that in mind for next time.

[The Dangler 0]

would the one95 shaft blade combe give relativly the same performance?

In short, no. The One 95 shaft is Bauer's top standard shaft and blade, and that's not going to be anywhere close to the one 95 OPS.

Are you serious? I tried the one95 2 piece on the ice for a shift and although i didnt like the curve much I found it felt almost the same as a one95 ops. Its not tapered though so the kick point is up higher but for balance, weight, feel and shooting performance there almost identical. If you like a higher kick the ops might be the best option. I would try a 8k shaft at $100 I think there probably the best price/performance ratio on the market being the 10k shaft. I would love to try one with a decent woodie blade.

[Jarick 5]

After shooting the 7k Sickick back to back with a Dolomite, I'm going to make room for an 8k shaft. I think it's probably just the lower flex, but it has a nice kick to it.

[K9 Unit 1]

i can vouch for the 8k, other than the looks part (stupid blue), for the price, it gives amazing kick/performance and its super light (v. close to 10k)

[cptjeff 0]

would the one95 shaft blade combe give relativly the same performance?

In short, no. The One 95 shaft is Bauer's top standard shaft and blade, and that's not going to be anywhere close to the one 95 OPS.

Are you serious? I tried the one95 2 piece on the ice for a shift and although i didnt like the curve much I found it felt almost the same as a one95 ops. Its not tapered though so the kick point is up higher but for balance, weight, feel and shooting performance there almost identical. If you like a higher kick the ops might be the best option. I would try a 8k shaft at $100 I think there probably the best price/performance ratio on the market being the 10k shaft. I would love to try one with a decent woodie blade.

I really haven't gotten a chance to try one, but I'm mainly going off of the OPS being tapered and the shaft not and the kickpoints being different. I'm not surprised the kick point is the only major difference, makes sense that the would have similar blade and shaft construction. But the kickpoint is a difference.

Thing is, with a tapered shaft you don't feel a difference at all. My two piece synergy is almost indistinguishable from a top end Synergy OPS, and the difference I do feel I think is because I was trying out a SE16 and the two piece is a Elite shaft with a SL series blade - my other one is a SL series shaft and blade, those are labeled as the Synergy II. A tapered two piece setup will be for all intents and purposes indistinguishable.

[eric42434224 1]

I used the 0ne95 OPS last night. It is a very nice stick. I got nice slappers from it, and they did seem more accurate. Nice feel when puck handling and passing. Dont do many wristers.

But the performance wasnt extremely better than my prostock synergys. It was better, but I guess my expectations were higher, and the differences at my level of experience may not be benefitting fully.

But again, it did perform better. Worth $200? Maybe not for me.

As I am leaving the game, my teammate who works at the pro shop shows me a closet full of used and new pro-stock FL Panther sticks that they will be selling. tons of s-17s, SE16s, Dolomites. Damn...the same day I buy a $200 stick. Oh well....I will still try and get some of those pro-stocks....my wife rarely sees the Credit Card statement! ;)