Sticks for elite level peewee players

[hunterphfr 12]

Your local pro shop probably has a generic extension. That's what I used for my sons' sticks. We had to use a bench grinder to remove a little extra material to fit (if you take off too much a layer of tape will make for a tight fit) and just added some new glue. Then I used a disc grinder to smooth out and round off the extension to match the dimensions of the stick. Once it's taped you can't even tell its there.

If you need something to fit exactly:

http://www.hockeymonkey.com/easton-hockey-accessory-end-plug.html

The Warrior Covert DT-1 comes in a clear version, with no grip on it.

My experience with my son was similar to yours. Except he's always been tall and big for his age. By the time he was 10-11ish he had an amazing slapshot and one-timer. He was using a Bauer TotalOne. But for whatever reason he wouldn't consistently load up on it for wrist or snap shots. Definitely more of a technique issue than stick. In an effort to help with consistency, I got him a Widow, thinking the lower flex point would help. It seemed to be beneficial, his wrist and snap shot have improved and his slapshot and one-timers are at 12, amazing and continue to improve. The Widow broke within a year and he is now using a Covert DT-1 that was never cut, the TotalOne which had 2ish" cut is now his backup. We're going to use the summer to transition to Intermediate sticks. In the meantime both sticks have an extension in them and he continues to use them.

[Innocent Bystander 5]

The only DT1 sticks I can find online are the grip version.

Which curve is close to the Easton Hall curve? It used to be Draper, but they have changed the names it seems.

[cemetery 14]

The only DT1 sticks I can find online are the grip version.

Which curve is close to the Easton Hall curve? It used to be Draper, but they have changed the names it seems.

Draper is now the Kopitar.

[hunterphfr 12]

The only DT1 sticks I can find online are the grip version.

Which curve is close to the Easton Hall curve? It used to be Draper, but they have changed the names it seems.

Just looked it up, Clear is only available in Intermediate & adult sticks.

[Innocent Bystander 5]

Not to resurrect a dead thread, but I just wanted to thank everyone on here for their input. After some more reading and trying to understand the physics of a hockey stick.. all the while not wanting to be out a bunch of coin for a stick that she hated, I dropped $99 on a 40 flex Warrior Widow with the Kopitar curve. She should have it in time for weekend practice sessions. I am hoping that the light flex and low kick point will be just what she needs. Without your input, I would have ended up buying an RS II, which is nothing more than a slightly improved version of the RS she already has.

[jimmy 194]

Thats just wrong. A properly fitted composite will generally make someone better, but poor techinique is still poor technique and will not make someone a great shooter with a composite. However, a kid that is using good technique will most definitely gain an advantage using composite.

If a kid is 8 and learning, no problem with wood. If a kid is 12 and playing house, no problem with wood. If a kid is 12 and playing at an elite level, then he will get an advantage with a composite and it would be a disservice to him to keep him playing with wood.

At the junior stick level, most sticks are nothing more than fiberglass low end sticks painted to look like senior models. They are not smaller clones of the senior stick. Sorry folks, not much game changing going to happen with junior sticks. Proper length, and pattern is more important.

[jsykes 35]

Jimmy that is not true at the junior level.

At the youth level yes, and price reflects that, but jr sticks do use the same tech as the larger versions and are available in multiple flexes for some models.

[Innocent Bystander 5]

Jimmy that is not true at the junior level.

At the youth level yes, and price reflects that, but jr sticks do use the same tech as the larger versions and are available in multiple flexes for some models.

+1. Go to an equipment store and play with a few of the Jr sticks. They are smaller versions of the adult sticks.

[smu 29]

Hey guys,

I have a daughter that plays elite level female hockey at the U12 level. I got her an Easton RS stick this past year when they went on sale to make room for the RS II. I have to say, it made a great improvement in her game. Girls are not as strong as the boys (generally) so a lighter stick can help when it comes down to the minutia of stickhandling, shooting, etc.

My question is... she outgrew that stick and I am looking for a new one. Her weaknesses are snapshot (strength) and getting good lift on the puck in close to the net. I was looking at the Mako II with the new E28 curve thinking she may be able to use the toe curve to help with lifting the puck up in close. Am I off base with that thought? I know it's a tiny bit heavier than the RS and light weight does seem to help her overall play.

Anyone in a similar situation?

Thanks in advance.

I was having difficulty getting a proper flex and length of shaft for my short and light stature, but I am no "spring chicken". I am between the junior in length but the flex is too light whereas the intermediate has a low flex, but is too tall and I have to cut 7" off it yielding about a 75+ flex.

Give the credit to Chadd as he had suggested that I look at the Milken composite one piece shafts and just type in "milken hockey sticks" into the browser. I was very please I did, because they have a whole range of flexes and stick lengths and one exactly for me. The only draw back I saw was the lack of blade styles.

Again, give it a view, one page must show about ten different lengths!

Any feedback about other similar site would be greatly appreciated.

Alan

[Chadd 916]

Give the credit to Chadd as he had suggested that I look at the Milken composite one piece shafts and just type in "milken hockey sticks" into the browser. I was very please I did, because they have a whole range of flexes and stick lengths and one exactly for me. The only draw back I saw was the lack of blade styles.

The credit really goes to our member jdksaves who actually created that stick line when he was with Miken. I just try to guide people to the products I have heard about that may work for them.

[smu 29]

The credit really goes to our member jdksaves who actually created that stick line when he was with Miken. I just try to guide people to the products I have heard about that may work for them.

OK thanks to jdksaves!!!!!

Alan

[Larry54 243]

I was having difficulty getting a proper flex and length of shaft for my short and light stature, but I am no "spring chicken". I am between the junior in length but the flex is too light whereas the intermediate has a low flex, but is too tall and I have to cut 7" off it yielding about a 75+ flex.

Give the credit to Chadd as he had suggested that I look at the Milken composite one piece shafts and just type in "milken hockey sticks" into the browser. I was very please I did, because they have a whole range of flexes and stick lengths and one exactly for me. The only draw back I saw was the lack of blade styles.

Again, give it a view, one page must show about ten different lengths!

Any feedback about other similar site would be greatly appreciated.

Alan

www.basehockey.ca/ is another great option. And they have many blade patterns.

[jimmy 194]

Jimmy that is not true at the junior level.

At the youth level yes, and price reflects that, but jr sticks do use the same tech as the larger versions and are available in multiple flexes for some models.

Care to disect a couple of sticks with me? I repair these things for a living, I sand off the paint, I see the damage area. They are not the same, virtually zero carbon in the junior versions, they are not identical scaled down versions of the seniors.

[smu 29]

www.basehockey.ca/ is another great option. And they have many blade patterns.

Thanks Larry, the intermediate looks great even at 62" can be cut off substantially and have a flex that will still suit me. Even the junior may work!

Alan

Care to disect a couple of sticks with me? I repair these things for a living, I sand off the paint, I see the damage area. They are not the same, virtually zero carbon in the junior versions, they are not identical scaled down versions of the seniors.

Hey guys, is there an easy way to increase the depth of the curve on composite blades? I have managed to use a jigg and some pressure in a "workmate" and kept the heat just short of running into trouble. I like a nice 3/4" curve and they are not all easy to come by.

Thanks - Alan Sheppard

[Chadd 916]

Hey guys, is there an easy way to increase the depth of the curve on composite blades? I have managed to use a jigg and some pressure in a "workmate" and kept the heat just short of running into trouble. I like a nice 3/4" curve and they are not all easy to come by.

Thanks - Alan Sheppard

This is starting to get way off topic, but look for one of these: http://www.apihockey.com/view_product.cfm?id=74

Curving a composite blade will reduce durability pretty significantly. I would suggest just adapting a little bit and use a 1/2" curve

[smu 29]

Thanks Chadd,

Sorry for "the off the topic"!

When you get used to 3/4" it's hard to go back.

Regards - Alan

[Larry54 243]

Thanks Larry, the intermediate looks great even at 62" can be cut off substantially and have a flex that will still suit me. Even the junior may work!

Alan

One great thing is that the inter sticks are available as low as 45 flex so you could cut it down short enough and still have enough whip. Be aware that the junior sizes come with junior blades which is a whole different set of patterns from the senior/inter blades.

[smu 29]

One great thing is that the inter sticks are available as low as 45 flex so you could cut it down short enough and still have enough whip. Be aware that the junior sizes come with junior blades which is a whole different set of patterns from the senior/inter blades.

Once again thanks Larry.

I agree with your comment entirely and that is what I was getting at. Where my TotalOne Bauer at 60 flex and 62" I just could not make it fit my size. I cut it to fit my height, but then could not flex it.

I am aware that the junior's would have the smaller blade and something I don't want, but I have been desperate enough to use the junior at 50 flex, cut off a bit, but it was too flexible. But, I was usually going from something I could bend to something I couldn't. Thus, my dilemma in trying to get to the right flex and length.

My size and weight was like putting a "round peg into a square hole" with the selection of a stick to suit me.

Alan

[Innocent Bystander 5]

Update on this. Warrior Widow, 40flex, Kopitar curve. Instant comfort. Wristshots have more velocity, although she will have to adjust her accuracy since she is overshooting the net now. The best thing is watching her instantly develop a nice little snapshot. Heading to the Montreal Meltdown next week, plenty of time to get some reps on it though. Lighter flex was the answer. Thanks all. Oh... And she even likes the grip. Great advice once again.

[smu 29]

Subject - Thanks for Suggestions on a Suitable Intermediate Stick with Low Flex

Thanks for all the help re: the selection of suitable, intermediate flex stick, for my height,5'6' and weight 130lb. There was another thread at the time so you may see this posted there as well.

As with all brands there seemed to be plenty of left hand sticks to choose from. I shoot right and not only was there a distinct lack of rights, there were only a couple with the 55 flex and the blade pattern was tied into all this as well. Can anyone suggest why this would be the case, i.e. left v right?

I had at least 4 great suggestions from members of the Forum and would like to thank them very much. Below are the 4 sticks I considered and what I finally purchased.

1 - The Base - I believe I could have found a match here, but for the price, it was too much for my budget. Perhaps next time I will give the Base a try.
2 - The Miken then looked to be the stick of choice, but I noticed a continual decline in the availability in all models and decided to look elsewhere. I wonder if it is still around?
3 - Sherwood - I could find no suitable Sherwoods.

4 - Warrior - I may have not bought the best of the line, but...

From all the LHS I finally found and purchased the last 2 Intermediate 55 flex Warrior sticks from 2 Separate stores and for half price - $60. One was a Bandito the other a Big Bully (weird names but...). The blades were similar - Toes & Draper, mid curve and slight open face.

I held the stick as if it was at the proper length for me and I was ecstatic, finally I had an intermediate stick that I could flex and feel comfortable with. I have not been on the ice yet, but have used it quite a bit in the garage with a net and a 4X8 piece of UHMW plastic.

Thanks again,

Alan