Alkali CA-9 stick

[Cardz55 0]

I'm thinking about trying out the new ca-9 stick I just haven't been able to find any reviews or feed back on the stick and the closest pro shop that carries alkali is over a 3 hour drive. If anyone can give any input on how the stick feels (weight,balance). Hows the durability? Pretty much any input would be appreciated.

[Kanya 3]

Best guy to ask is Justin on here..since he owns Alkali!

I don't think the sticks have been released yet hence why you won't find any reviews etc.

I too am looking to grab one of these sticks.

[AENutrition 1]

The stick is available. For the price it cant be beat and I really like the puck feel.

[Tyler Roy 86]

I found the stick to be very stiff.

[Makoto 3]

I had the chance to handle a CA9 during warm ups of a game a few weeks back as a player on my team has one. I currently use S19's to give a reference point. It is slightly heavier than my S19, but felt balanced. I prefer the release of my S19's (primary reason why I use them is their release); however, for half the original retail price of my stick, I would not hesitate to play a CA9 if they have a curve/lie combo to my liking. The flexes were the same and I felt they were comparable. One detail I really liked about the CA9 was the coating/grip feel. It has a dull matte finish that felt great to me.

[Justin 1933 134]

Makoto nailed it. For the price, the stick is great. Is it as good a high end stick from our competitors? No, but for $149 you won't find a nicer stick.

[Cardz55 0]

Thanks for all the responses they have been helpful. The only other question i have is whats the durability like? I use blade shark on my sticks so the toe and the bottom of the blade are exposed to the sport court.

[AENutrition 1]

Thanks for all the responses they have been helpful. The only other question i have is whats the durability like? I use blade shark on my sticks so the toe and the bottom of the blade are exposed to the sport court.

Small sample...but through 7 games it is showing little wear. It FEELS like the most durable stick I have.

[Cardz55 0]

Good to hear sounds like its doing better then my RS after 7 games

[AENutrition 1]

Good to hear sounds like its doing better then my RS after 7 games

I went through 3 RS's before picking up a Bauer APX and receiving my CA9. My APX has been on the bench the last 7 games as I've been playing in a very tough string of games and the durability of the CA9 has pulled through great. Can't describe the abuse its taken and it's still popping.