Base Hockey brings back the Polar Fibre...The Natural

[Scotty 8]

Apparently they're making a new mid-kick stick called The Natural that's available only in Polar Fibre grip. I know there's a very special niche market for those guys that loved this, but how does everyone think it will do?

http://www.basehockey.ca/the-natural/

[SirJW 207]

I had a that type of grip on an Innovative. I liked it but it ripped up my palms.

[JetsCanucks 6]

Looks very cool. Base said its supposed to be the best feeling stick out. Might look into trying this out.

[IniNew 53]

I read their description and checked out the product comparison page. I understand they're a new company, but some of those claims are a bit ridiculous.

[chippa13 1844]

Wait, Base says they have the best feeling stick out????? I guess that means all the other companies who claim to have the best feeling stick are lying.

[Scotty 8]

Like I said, there always seems to be a group of guys on various boards that constantly wish this grip would make a comeback because of how legendary it supposedly was, but I seem to remember Keith saying that out of all the pros that use Warrior, only a single one still used this option. IMO, seems kind of goofy to separate yourself into an entire other stick line only offered in this single limited option.

[mack 44]

Ugh, it brings back nightmares of the Inno PF1000.

[bigmak05 0]

I had a chance to play around a bit with the Natural at BASE's offices the other day and the polarfibre finish was quite nice. The stick as a whole had a great look to it with the matte polarfibre/carbon fibre finish. My understanding from what the rep told me was that the Natural was also going to be available in clear, matte and grip finishes. That being said the rep I was speaking with was also trying to prevent a group of kids from dismantling the displays so take that with a grain of salt. Just by playing around with the stick a bit it felt well balanced and relatively light, unfortunately I didn't get a chance to try it out on the synthetic rink.

[cemetery 14]

Sounds like they're going after the Nexus stick demographic by the description, mid shaft flex, and square shaft shape.

[gymmonster 4]

"The Polar Fibre provides unbelievable puck feel and increased durability"

Say what? A sand paper style finish gives unbelievable puck feel you say?!

[Harv 86]

Speak of the devil..

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Pro-Stock-Gonchar-Composite-Innovative-Hockey-Shaft-96-WCoH-Team-Russia-Stick-/230842069034?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item35bf42702a#ht_500wt_1414

[ibeck 38]

I had a chance to check out a demo shaft yesterday, colors are nice but this shaft would be the ultimate test on which palm is the most durable.

Love the fact that this stick is square corners and the savoy specials are rounded

[kenneth 5]

I had a chance to check out a demo shaft yesterday, colors are nice but this shaft would be the ultimate test on which palm is the most durable.

Love the fact that this stick is square corners and the savoy specials are rounded

savoy's can be optioned too, both of mine where square shape

[ibeck 38]

savoy's can be optioned too, both of mine where square shape

Didnt know that, thanks for the info

[stick9 903]

I loved the polar-fibre until I used a matte finish, like a ZL and Nexus. Enough grip and it doesnt shred your palms. I do miss the rounded cornered shafts on the old Inno1100's.

[HockeySavants 5]

I suppose guys who can cycle through their gloves or don't care about gloves will enjoy it. I tried one out a few years ago and noticed blisters when using mustang palms

[bisons06 1]

Has anyone used this stick on the ice yet? I’m wondering how it compares to the savoy special as I love the feel of them.

[JetsCanucks 6]

Does the savoy special play whippier than the Natural?

[ibeck 38]

Does the savoy special play whippier than the Natural?

The natural may feel whippier than the savoy because its a mid flex stick.

[Half 2]

Never had any experience with a polar fibre shaft. It seems like it would wreck palms like no other, is that the case?

[akravetz 29]

What is polar fibre? I am relatively new to playing hockey and have never heard of this. Why is it rough on palms? Myself, I can wear through a set of gloves in a year or two with any type of stick and I tend to use wood or just "normal" composite, whatever that means to you. Anyway, just some information. I am still trying to learn.

Andy in Peoria.

[n3gkiwi 1]

I had a chance to shoot the Natural vs the Savoy yesterday on synthetic ice.

Biggest difference I noticed was the flex point. The Natural flexed higher, vs the Savory. I'm more of a snap-wrist shot guy, so the Natural seemed to shoot better. Stiffness seemed fairly close. I'd say the Natural a little more whippy. Feel was hard to tell being on synthetic ice. I really liked the grip of the polar fiber. Hopefully it doesn't wear down the gloves though.

I ordered one in and should get it in a few weeks so we'll see how it goes.

[Lapierre#1 0]

I have the all black Base stick, great stick Im wondering how this new one compares in terms of preformence

[RussianPlayer 0]

I called them today, wanted to order Natural with lie 4 to try. First, the guy told me he wont give me any deal on shipping to US because it's already low. Second he told me he would not get me any deal on the stick because it's the best stick on the market and it's what it is and already low. Then he was trying to put me into the system and I had to repeat my 6 letter last name 4 times during this process he put me on hold twice then the third time after a 4-5 minute hold - they just hung up on me.

This does really make me want to call them back - I think that I can survive without lie 4 stick from Base....

[EvilPepe 24]

While I think being hung up on is pretty crappy, you can't fault them for not "giving you a deal" if it means coming off of their stated pricing.