which tapered shaft

[SR27 0]

Here´s my story....

I´m going to get myself some custom made blades (wood) again and I would like them to be tapered this time. Well but I have no clue at all which shafts are tapered? I know that the Synthesis (also read the reviews) and the T-Flex from Easton are but I´d like to get some of your opinions on which other tapered shafts are out there and which of them you think is the best.

Thanks for your help!

[mik3 1]

There's....

r2

r2 xn10

L-2

novius tapered

1100 tapered

vapor XV

I'm using an L-2 and I love it, even though I didn't like the M1

[Eazy_b97 1]

Use Mik3's shafts add Flyweight, T-Flex and Synthesis shafts (I know you mentioned those two in your original post) and head down to the review section do a bit of searching as well and you'll find an unbelievable amount of input on those shafts.

[Brandonov22 0]

I got an L-2 with the mission skate promo over the summer. The shaft is very durable in my opinion, so I bought another one and have 2 now. I'm very happy with them.

[ambro 0]

I've tried most tapered shafts out there, and would say that the L-2 is among the best along with Inno 1100 tapered and R2 Xn10. Can't go wrong with any of them.

[korolyuk14 0]

this is off topic, but does the tapered 1100 come in the soft grip?

[Chadd 916]

The L2 seems to be a tank, I've been having pretty good luck with mine. The R2XN10 is nice and light but I have concerns with durability. I actually was not a fan of the Synthesis.

[ambro 0]

this is off topic, but does the tapered 1100 come in the soft grip?

Yes. I also agree with Chadd, the Synthesis wasn't too great.

[SR27 0]

Hmn...well I was thinking about the Synthesis Grip first because they´re on sale at my lhs right now for 160 Euros~130 USD but I was sceptic since I did not really like any Easton Product except the first Ultra Lights and the Stealth....

I´m going to use this shaft for roller and ballhockey only and I´m more of the slap-shot-guy.....considering this would you prefer the Mission or the TPS one?

[Chadd 916]

Despite the fact I'm a big guy I like the R flex TPS more than any other. It's between the 85 and 100 of most manufacturers. If you're choosing between the two, pick the flex that fits you best.

[ambro 0]

I think a Mission L-2 85 flex would suit you best since it's for roller and ball hockey, and the puck/ball is lighter than an ice puck. If you use 100 flex though, that is your choice. Either way, I'd get an L-2.

[all-star 0]

i like the r2 xn10.

[Sniper407 0]

i hated the synthesis... just my opinion... i havent tried any other tapered shafts but im lookin at the 1100...

a little off topic but what would the weight be similar to (OPS like comparison of a 1100 tapered shaft and a modano synthesis si-core blade be? (all senior ;))

[DoubleT96 0]

Despite the fact I'm a big guy I like the R flex TPS more than any other. It's between the 85 and 100 of most manufacturers. If you're choosing between the two, pick the flex that fits you best.

I have to agree. I would choose the shaft that is most similar to the non-tappered shaft you are currently using. I was using a 260 Inno and wanted a tappered shaft. I went with the R2 XN10, however the R2 does come in a flex that ranges around the inno 260 range. I went with a Reg flex and I'm having a tough time adjusting to the new flex.

One question that is a bit off topic is I understand that when you cut a shaft, the become stiffer. I also understand the manuf. lengths of the tappered shafts are generally longer that non-tappered shafts. My question is: Is the stiffness of a 49" tappered shaft the same as 49" non-tappered shaft? Just curious? If it is, you may want to take that in considereation when choosing the flex of your tappered shaft.

[Chadd 916]

I found the Response XN10 to have a bit more whip than the Response in the same flex. The R flex is usually pretty similar to the 260.