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Tony A.
02-08-2001 10:22 pm
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also make sure that the grain runs all the way round the head.look out for a bit of grain at the toe of the head, it can break off. also lift the stick (in your left hand and with a straight arm) in line with your left shoulder then lower it back down.you should be able to feel the balance, it will tell you if it is bottom heavy or even along the stick. if it is a stick for a junior player or a new player, too much bottom weight will cause tiredness in the wrists and forearms, especially at the start of a new season.some sticks have protective coatings over the faces. if you can't see the grain, just look on the back.
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Paul
02-11-2001 4:54 pm
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i find that a heavy stick is beter for the mens league.
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Paul2
02-21-2001 6:19 pm
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How can one change the grip as mentioned at the end of the article? what materials can one get and where does one get these materials? What is the proper way to ensure the snugness of the grip so that it does not come apart easily?
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John
03-08-2001 9:09 am
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Sticks are a personal choice and it should be on feel not what you do on the pitch, to many players buy too ligther sticks
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Mona
02-27-2002 7:23 am
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Left handed.
Are left handed sticks as rare as rocking horse excrement? Are there such inventions? Any suggestions!????
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Richard
03-16-2002 12:53 am
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Left Handed
Their is no such thing as a left handed stick, sory Mona
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Alicia
05-13-2002 5:43 pm
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Left Handed
Mona -- actually, being a lefty in field hockey is actually very handy (no pun intended). you control the rotation and all movement of the stick since it is the top hand. I am a lefty as well, and I haven't seen much difference between me and teammates but I believe I had an easier time starting out than them!!
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Janine
05-01-2003 10:19 pm
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Long sticks
They say the more skillful you are the longer you need your stick, that is not the case with me. I'm a very tall defending player, therefore needing a heavy stick for hitting and a long stick for my height. Do you think I can find this? I'm looking for a 38.5 inch medium to heavy stick, and there are none available in New Zealand. The lady at the sports outlet tells me they don't make that length anymore. Can anyone help me with my query??
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Liz
11-19-2003 3:54 pm
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What shold I use?
Yeah im not very tall either. On my team they play me as a midi and a back, does any one know what type of stick is best? Right now i have a composite power by STX. Sry Jenine I dont think that size is made anymore. Sry about ur delima.
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wp87
03-20-2004 12:31 am
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Janine, i believe that the Mazon's Custom Black Magic comes in that size, although it is slightly more expensive than the normal Black Magic
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rian
04-07-2004 2:20 pm
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this is cool
hey guys im just writing a comment so that my name will be on here
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steggers88
04-07-2004 6:15 pm
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firstly paul2 if you go to most sports stores that sell hockey sticks they will also stock replacement grips and the store will normally put it on for you if you ask.
janine it should be quite easy to come by a 38.5 in NZ. if you cant find any were try get in contact with just hockey they have stores in Auckland Christchurch and wellington and i have ordered a couple of sticks through them and they are very efficent. if you want to check out their range or get hold of them jst vist their website which is:
[url]www.justhockey.co.nz[/url]
hope this helps you out
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H
04-22-2004 1:56 am
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What stick?
I was always told to use the heaviest and stiffiest stick you can still use. i.e. dribble and flick with. This way you have maximum power and resistance in the tackle for you strength and skill level.
Having said that I am old and gray and may now be out of date?
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J
05-03-2004 3:15 am
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Which Stick?
Anyone have any suggestions as to which stick is the best for defenders and the mo. I've been thinking to buying the Grays GX Giant becuase it sounds like just what I want. Ne1 got any siggestions?
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ziggy
07-06-2004 6:52 am
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this stick
yer j i am a half back and i have a grays gx5000 i like it heaps. it has improved my hitting and ball controll a fair bit
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KXM
07-19-2004 5:35 pm
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Composite or WoodCore?????
I am an oldfashioned ex-palyer who feels that Wood core sticks feel better and the composites feel like metal. This is what Just Hockey website says....
"Despite this extra power, many international players & leading coaches of young players claim composites lack the touch of a woodcore hockey stick.
Important to these players and coaches is the reliability in executing ball skills, controlled passing and trapping.
It is felt that these are highly significant benefits of woodcore hoack sticks which outweigh the hitting power of composites."
i am willing to open up this debate among current players who use either of this type of sticks and guide me. i am trying to understand why my 13year old is so hell bent on spending top dollars for a composite stick. He is an elite player in his age-group and I would like to support him, but do not want him to waste his money on a fashion statement rather than an usefull critical equipment.
My argument is for a developing early teenager with slight built and high finnesse and skill, a light and stiff stick is more essential than a powerfull hard hitting Composite.
What do you players/coaches say about it? it will be a great help to understand the differences and the usefullness of either types.
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namelessderro
07-20-2004 2:31 am
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re: composite or woodcore???
in reply to KXM,
I am a teenager and have played hockey since i was 2 years old, for the past 14 years i had used a woodcore stick, at least until last year when i got a Voodoo Omen which is the stiifest composite on the market.
I always used to think along your lines that the composites dont have the 'feel' of wood sticks. But then i tried using the Omen and found that not only does it have a very significant increas in power over woodsticks but handled as well if not better than them.
i would definately recommend composite sticks to developed juniors as they will find that the increased power will be to their benefit. Also the extra bend in composites will increase their skills both on dragflicks and flatstick hits.
Im not being mean when i say you definately have an old-school view of buying sticks. I know lots of people who share your views, including obviously the just hockey distributers. However if u check most international players, both at senior level and under 21's or even under 18's if u ever watch a game you will notice that at least 90% of the players will use composite sticks, the power increase is just to noticeable to ignore at the higher levels.
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The Rock
07-28-2004 9:42 pm
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Composite/Wood
I agree with namelessderro. I played with wooden sticks for about 15 years and finallay made the switch to composite. Composites used to feel horrible but they have come along way in the last few years and I beilive the 'feel' in the better ones (Kookarburra Icons, Gryphon Taboos, the Grays series in particular - can't comment on Namelessderro's Voodoo) is almost as good as a nice wooden stick. The real plus is they last a lot longer than wooden sticks (parents) and they do definately add power, you don't have to hit it out of the sweet spot to get a good hit away. I guess it also saves trees now that I think about it, which I am told is good for the environment.
Hockey shops will tend to encourage wooden stick sales because they make a much higher profit margin off them, so remember that when you are listening to a sales pitch.
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Sticks
08-07-2004 9:50 am
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Girls? Boys?
Hi, I'm an 18 year old girl researching information on buying a new stick because i want to pick the best one for me. I came across this site, and noticed that many of the comments on sticks seem to have come from men. I found the input very helpful, but began to wonder if it applied to a girl. Are there sticks that are just for men, that differ from woman sticks? Or does it not matter, and i can look into the sticks mentioned above?
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nmelessderro
08-08-2004 3:39 am
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re: Girls? Boys?
sticks,
no there is basically no difference between males and females when it comes to hockey sticks. I have found that quite often girls prefer wood sticks, although i cant explain why that is it is fairly noticable, also most girls prefer lighter sticks for obvious reasons and generally find it easier using sticks with less bend in them. But overall its the same for you as everyone else, just go into the shop and find one that feels right for you.
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Tom m
08-13-2004 4:02 pm
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Gryphon taboo pro
I have heard some people say that gryphon taboo pro's are just for internationals,yet others had said different.Can non-internationals buy these sticks?and if so where does one get them from?
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namelessderro
08-14-2004 6:41 pm
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re: gryphon taboo pro
Tom m you dont have to be an international to use the taboo pro altho most people tend to stay away from those pricey sticks unless they are at the higher levels, the reason being that unless you have a sponsorship the pro will cost approx $450 (AUS). Although if you have this kind of money to spend on a hockey stick then you can normally find them at most better hockey retails, if they cant get you one then you should be able to find a gryphon factory in your country.
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Freddo
08-19-2004 2:40 pm
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Which Stick ?
I would like to know which stick is the best for me. I am 14 years old and I play hockey regularly for my school & county for 3 years. I am a defender/sweeper and I currently have a Grays GX4000 Heavy. I really like composites, I sweep the ball lots and I would like to buy a stick possibly under £75 as I am on a budget.
Which stick would be best suited to my needs? Please help
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Namelessderro
08-20-2004 6:14 am
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re: Which Stick?
Freddo man you sound like you play in England so i dont know how much i can help you in specific brands and stuff. But basically at your age i would probably recommend against using a heavy stick even if it feels good in your hands, most pro's will tell you that using a heavy stick before you finish developing will only hinder you as your hitting and slappin and ball control skills wont develop properly.
I would recommend you go for a medium weight stick, possibly out of the Voodoo line if you have them over there, otherwise the grays are very useful, if you tend to slap the ball alot then you should probably look at gettin a stick with a decent bow in it as well as this will help with both the power and deception of the slaps.
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Margi
08-23-2004 7:35 am
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38.5 lenght sticks
Janine the person in that shop just wants to sell you any stick.....
i have always played with a longer stick, 38/38.5 i play a fullback position and use to use a wooden head but i found i use to break so many it got too expensive so i changed to a composite and haven't looked back......
I suggest you go to a Sports shop with a good reputation and ask their advice as i know there are longer sticks. I use a Gryphon Taboo Medium stick, this stick is well balanced and a excellent sweet spot when hitting the ball, Mazon, T&T and Grays also sell 38's
Pays to look around. Good luck
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tommmmy
08-27-2004 7:10 am
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taboo pro bend
the taboo pro has a bend of 28 degrees and is rated 5 star control and 5 star as power
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Goalie w/o a stick
09-03-2004 7:01 pm
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which brand?
i have played hockey for the past 2 years with middle school and the ymca. (now i am playing for the high school.) i got my stick used and i think that it is time for a new one. i have a grays right now and i am not sure which kind to get. does anyone know which brands are good and which ones that i should stay away from and what price range should i stay in? Also, i am the goalie. is there such thing as a goalie stick and is it better then a regular one when used in goal? my sister is also looking for a stick. she is just learning how to play. thanks.
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john
09-09-2004 2:01 pm
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left haned
i play ice hockey and hold my stick left handed, want to play field hockey the same way. is there any way i can? can't seem to hold it right handed
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namelessderro
09-10-2004 5:39 am
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sticks
in reply to your question Goalie, yeah you can buy goalkeeping sticks, they are signigicantly thinner and therfore ligher and they also have bend shafts to increase the stopping area, most brands would have a goalkeeping stick range even if it was slightly smaller.
john in reply to your question, You cant buy left handed sticks if that is what your asking, however it is possible to play with your hand reversed o that the right hand is at the top altough most people find it very hard to control. but if you say you prefer left handed then maybe you shud give it a try
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Lana
09-10-2004 11:03 pm
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Stick for beginner-7th grade
I am looking for a recommendation for a stick for a beginner who has had only 1 week of field hockey camp this summer and is trying out for the Middle School Team this week.
I want to purchase my daughter a stick this weekend. We have looked at Cranbarry, Stx, Grays etc. at Sports Authority. I would like to stay around the $75 and under price range. Do you recommend a wood core or a composite?
She is 5ft. tall with a petite frame. What is the right height stick for her height and playing beginner playing level.
We will be spending a lot of time on skills this weekend for try outs this Monday.
Thanks for the help!!!
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namelessderro
09-11-2004 11:32 pm
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Lana
if you are looking to keep your cost below $75 then you will have trouble finding a composite that is made by a respectable brand however if you do i would reccommend it. However a lot of people would tell you that if she is a begineer then a would stick is better as you can 'feel' the stick on the ball, i would recomend getting her into the shop and trying out the different ones before you by them, but overall jsut get the one that she says feels best in her hands
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Aqua
09-12-2004 11:08 am
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Best for shock
I have been playing for 4 years, now aged 24. Not at the highest of standards but improving all the time.
However I have always had weak and sometimes painful wrists. As the new season has just started and I need a new stick (have always used the same wooden one) I need to find one that will cut down the vibrations of hitting as I am a defender.
I desperately need to know whether to get a wooden one or composite or any other type that may reduced the impact of hitting on my wrist as my dr has now said playing hockey maybe something I have to give up :-(
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namelessderro
09-15-2004 3:57 am
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shock
aqua, i dont know if any certain sticks will provide more shock absorbstion, apart from to say that you will need to look at the higher priced ones, although a very effective way to reduce shock is to put a second grip over the top of your first or replace the grip with strapping tape and use a couple of layers to thicken it up a bit, you notice that a lot of international players do this as it helps a lot with shock absorbtion
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juli
09-25-2004 10:05 pm
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high school
Hi. I play for high school and I play the left wing (forward) position. I've just been moved up to varsity, and its only my freshman year so I don't know much about sticks. I'm currently using my sister's old stick, and my new coach told me I should go buy myself my own stick that might suit me better. Problem is, like I said, I don't know what do buy. What I do on the field.. well basically i get a lot of breaks, so its a lot of loose dribbling with some occasional tight stick work around other players. i also need a stick that will allow me to drive hard, because I take a lot of hits. If anyone has any suggestions, PLEASE email them instead of posting because I was just surfing the web and found this site and I'm not coming back. My email adress is juli.jones@gmail.com any help would be really appreciated!
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me
10-03-2004 3:14 pm
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how can i tell
how can i tell if my composite stick is broken or not???
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joots007
10-03-2004 11:00 pm
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It you can't use the stick anymore then it is broken
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Maureen
10-07-2004 6:58 pm
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40 Inch Stick
My daughter is 6 feet tall and fifteen years old - her coach says to get her a 40 inch stick - she plays defense so it needs to be on the heavy side I guess - also composite - have been to so many websites - can anyone recommend where I can obtain this length? many many thanks!
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namelessderro
10-08-2004 10:31 pm
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40 inch stick
Maureen who told you to use a 40 inch stick? Because i would definately say that would be a bad option for a fifteen year old at 6 foot. I am 16 and stand 6' 1" and at the moment i use a 37.5 which suits me perfectly.
The highest size i would give her is a 38 as trying to use a 40 for her would be detremental to her development, you have to realise that a longer stick isnt neccesarilly a better stick, longer sticks tend to have a lot less power and she will find it hard to hit the ball with a shaft that long. As for a heavier stick dont neccesarily go for that one, Take her to a shop and check which one feels best in her hands, jsut because she is a defender doesnt mean she needs a heavy stick, i know a lot of defender who use light sticks because it is easier to tackle with.
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joots007
10-08-2004 11:46 pm
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With the power generated with composite sticks these days there is really no need for a heavy stick.
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Rachel
10-18-2004 7:05 am
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I really need a new stick - Pretty soon too. I broke my latest stick (wooden core with Kevlar - damn good hit tho!) I play sweeper but I am playing with a tiny old rubbish stick. I'm 6 foot and really need a 38.5" stick. I was thinking about a wooden core because I do a lot of hitting. Is there any stick under US$100 that would be fairly sturdy yet giving me a lot of power in my hits. Oh and I like grays hockey sticks! Only one slight problem i live in Hong Kong - so I guess they'd have to do mail order!
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Goalie
10-28-2004 4:48 pm
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Rachel Response
Rachel, you could go to http://www.sportsunlimitedinc.com/fielhocstic.html, they have the prices of sticks and you can search by brand (it think that the gray's kevlar was about $90 something...). i guess it is a good web site. you could always type in field hockey stick on google and they come up with a bunch of options to look at. and i think that good sticks can and do come under US$100, i'm sure you'll find one.
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Mappu
12-17-2004 7:07 am
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Voodoo vs. Mazon
Hi folks. Just a few things I'd like to say, first of all is that I'm considering buying a new Voodoo Forrest or even their new Snow, but I still have my Mazon Black Magic which is only one season old. I feel that in order to improve my skills in order to keep up with the level of state hockey and higher, that I need this new stick. I've just been reading through all of the comments above and was wonderig if anyone has used either of these new sticks? Are they very similar to the previous models, cos these were amazing sticks. One other thing, I've read several comments about people trying to find extra long sticks. While very tall people (maybe, 6ft+) may require such long sticks, i agree with namelessderro that anything above say, 38 inches is really too long, especially for younger, developing players. I'm 6 ft and have been using a 37.5, but I'm actually thinking of making my new stick a 36.5, because of the better control that this can offer.
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namelessderro
12-17-2004 2:47 pm
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new voodoos
Yeah Mappu, i have asked around voodoo and apparently this new line is basically the old line with a bit more power and a new paint job, They really should b good sticks. One thing to check is just run ur hands over the head of the stick because apparently the first run of those ones that got made in australia have a slight problem in the head that can cause them to crack, just feel the head and if u find and spongey bits give it back and ask them to order in one from a different batch.
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Tim A
12-27-2004 12:37 pm
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what stick for a deffender
I am looking for a stick for a center back. Preferably a powerfull stick. I am interested in the taboo range but not shaw.I am 12 years old so shuold it be a light or heavey whight? My buget is £120. Pleas,Pleas help me as i have to go back to school in a few days!
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Tim A
01-03-2005 4:32 am
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what stick for a deffender
To late, i went out and bought a gryphom taboo.
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Spike
01-12-2005 4:28 am
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What Stick
Im 15 I play for two different city's and am in both rep teams and am in a state champion school team,and play for my state , I drag flick on corners, tend to run the ball alot but also use a hard hit to beat most keepers, I currently use a Grays GX 6000 Powerbow and I am also getting a gryphon taboo pro, I was wondering if their is any better sticks in the european countries that i could import that would help with my game
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Becky
01-12-2005 2:30 pm
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can i handle a composite?
I've been playing hockey for 5 years with a wooden hockey stick. I would like to buy a composite, but I am worried that my skills will decrease with the change. I am interested in buying a malik orange x-treme composite, and they have an extreme curve, which will be very new for me. I know you don't know me, but do you recommend trying out a composite stick before purchasing, or just going straight ahead, because its on a buy one get one free offer, and i want to get one (or two) before the stocks run out!
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namelessderro
01-12-2005 8:14 pm
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maxi bow
Becky, i wouldnt go and buy a maxi bow just yet, normally i would recommend them however the FIH is in the middle of bringing in a rule for 2005 which will decrease the maximum bow size from 50 mm to like 25 mm, meaning eveyone who has a maxi bow will need to go out and get a new stick. so i would go with the compsoite, u will find your skillos dont decrease that much, but just hold bak on that maxi bow
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Dan
01-13-2005 11:17 am
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Sticks Online?
Hey All, any suggestions on online stores to purchase good sticks from? I wanna get a top Grays stick, probably GX8000 megabow. They are silly money in Britain (£150/US$280) and I know they are US$150 in the states. Is there somewhere I can purchase from, either in the European Union, or America which will export me a stick without charging silly despatch costs. Most places in the States ask between $70 and $90 to send to stick. e-mail if you prefer (dandraper@gmail.com). Looking forward to your comments.
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Becky
01-13-2005 2:28 pm
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big thanks!
thank u soo much namelessderro 4 savin me £100!ur a star!!!
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namelessderro
01-16-2005 2:32 am
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becky
any time, jsut call me and ill cum running.
Its always good to see people asking for advice before goin out n buying sticks
Dan, i think your best bet would be to look at the grays factory in england as they tend to have stick at half price or there abouts, if not then my friend always gets his from holland cause according to him the non brand name ones are jsut as good and half the price
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Ryan
01-20-2005 12:44 pm
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Dan,there will be no change in the rule within the next year.maliks are top quality sticks so i wouldn't let the thought of the ban on bows put you off.if it does,voodoos are really nice hockey sticks.i had last seasons bones verson, but have used this years forest and snow, which are both also very nice sticks.the forests bow is below 25mm i think,so it would be safe to get it.you can get a 25mm version of the snow, and they are very cheap (compared to other shops) at gilmour sports.i got two malik orange x-tremes recently.all round good stick.especially for aerials and flicking.
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allan
01-24-2005 12:07 am
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what stick
hey i'm 16 and a pretty all round short corner specialist (hitting and drags) and overhead i've been using a gx5000megabow and am looking for a new stick i play at a high level and at left inner i was thinking of the new 05 taboo is this a good choice or a voodoo omen /gold yet i've heard you cant hit with them. i need a stick that has a medium bow yet still hass a great hit ,cheers
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steveperry
01-24-2005 12:20 am
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tima
tim i reccomend a gx5000 as it can be used for a nuber of styles yet has a hard hit
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steveperry
01-24-2005 12:24 am
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Spike stick
i play the same style as you yet i'm in australia i use a 6000powerbow it is great i tried a friends taboopro yet it was to fat for me after you get the pro i would get really acustomed to those two sticks
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oli
01-26-2005 10:04 am
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hi i've just ordered an OPEL Malik stick but i got it in extra light! will i get lot of vibrations with extra light wieght? i am a striker so will hitting the ball be a problem with this stick? thanks
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namelessderro
01-27-2005 12:43 am
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re: oli
well oli i dont really know much about the maliks but basically if its a composite then the vibrations shouldnt be that much more with lighter stick.
If however you do find that the stick causes to much vibrations, i recommend putting a second gripp over the first, this will very much decrease the vibrations, the bubble grips tend to reduce shock the best
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Becky
01-30-2005 7:53 am
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What make of composite stick?
I'm looking for a new stick, I would like to buy a composite, but I've only ever payed with a wooden stick. Can i have some advice as to which make(s) would be good for me (in England)!?
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jonniep
01-31-2005 11:35 am
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getting a new stick
i'm trying to find a good stick im 14 and i play county hocckey i play defender and midi and usually take most the hits bt i need to driblle quite alot ive been looking at a malik orange or a tk cx 1 or 2 sticks which on edo u think would be the best for me im 5 ft 11 tall and play 3 times a week atleast.
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The boy $tonie
02-07-2005 11:12 am
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New Stick
I have been plyng this season with a Mercian "Snakebite" its brand new and gives the best of both worlds composite and wood as it uses both materials but not in the way most wood core sticks do- this one has a composite shaft and a wooden head fused togther. It hits sweetly and has bags of power but also is forgiving and not too stiff.
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Matt
03-05-2005 11:44 am
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Mercian Snakebite
I am looking for a new stick and am tempted to buy the new Mercian "Snakebite" but i am not sure if it is as good as a normal compesite stick. It would be good to here from anyone who has the stick or if anyone else has any other suggestions??
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randomgingawinga
04-07-2005 12:49 am
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i just got a new Tk stick (cx2.0 plus) ,it has a big bow and i think its affecting my play.Im a winger.
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namelessderro
04-08-2005 1:20 am
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big bow
yeah random, it will affect ur play, u will have a whole lot more trouble with stick skills and hitting flat, its simply a matter of practising and gettin lots of game time to adjust to the large bow, there is no way to 'learn' to use a big bow.
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randomgingawinga
04-09-2005 12:07 am
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trickeyness
I do this move where i turn around then dribble the ball arond,through my legs and away.Is that obstructing?
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randomgingawinga
04-09-2005 12:19 am
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voodoo
is it just me or are voodoos kind of weird?
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randomgingawinga
04-09-2005 12:28 am
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cheers
thanks namelessderro,I played a game the other day and I found it easy 2 controll (I got a goal!!!)
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new player
04-13-2005 7:29 pm
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used stick
i just got into field hockey and got a hammie down stick. Im probably gunnna use it for a while before we get a new one so whats the best method of replacing the grip....its falling off. HELP
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The boy $tonie
04-14-2005 3:58 am
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Voodoo Problems
I had a voodoo forest and after three games it sanpped, it was splaced and teh second one had a problem with the face de-laminating- its not like I even hit the ball that hard! The shop eventually gave in and I have a mercian hammerhead and its pretty much the best stick I have ever used.
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namelessderro
04-14-2005 5:31 am
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replacing grip
basically the two ways of gettin a new grip is to either:
a) take the old one off and buy a new one from a sports store and some places will even put it on for u, if not they rnt that hard to put on.
b) put a couple of layers of strapping tape over the top.
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A Field Hockey Girl
04-14-2005 8:09 pm
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A New Field Hockey Stick
Hi Im a high school field hockey player whose been playing for 3 years now... I've played with all wooden sticks for a while, and I am looking for a new composite stick. From what all of you have said the reccommended are grays, mercian and voodoo? I am curious to know which sticks you would reccommend and where I could get themm.. email me too at rosa2009@aol.com but please say you are just answering my field hockey question, or i ll think its junk mail
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dave
04-17-2005 10:05 pm
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Whats the best for me ???
im a 16 year old male in the victoria region. i normally play up front (inner) and im looking at getting a new stick. i like dribbling the ball but also like to have a hit every now and again. Any suggestions on what i should get. Im sort of leaning toward the voodoo omen gold would this be a good stick for me ?? if not other suggestinos are welcome
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namelessderro
04-18-2005 5:23 am
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re dave
umm if you are looking at an omen gold i will warn you that they rnt still being made, the VIC distributors might still have sum left tho, if they dont the snow is the new omen gold
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dan d man
04-19-2005 2:41 pm
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flicks
im 15 and play at least 3 times a week,i have recently purchased a 2005 model gryphon taboo.whil my mad skillz have increased my flicks are not what they were when i was using cx1,the taboo has far less bend,do you have any advice for my flicks???
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Dave Measom
04-23-2005 11:04 am
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The grays Gx 8000 turbo megabow is it legal?
I have looked at the Gx 8000 turbo mega bow doe sanyone know how big the bow is on this stick as i would like to use it next season and as the rule of mm is changing i was wondering if this stick is still legal to use?
Thanks dave
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namelessderro
04-25-2005 6:29 am
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dave wouldnt it be obvious that if this is called a mega bow and next year the bow length is being majorly shortened then it is goin to be illegal, and yes u wud be correct if u made that assumption.
to dan, basically trying to flick with a stick having less bow just means u have to get behind the ball more and get lower in ur stance to make up for the bow loss, if you do that u shud find that u wont lose and distance.
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Callum
04-26-2005 5:21 pm
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New Stick
hey there i am 13 or most 14 and looking at buying the mazon fusion drag flicking sick but a friend tells me tht they have to much of a bend...does that matter?...i hav played wth one b4 and its very easy to run wth and hit...but a friend tells me 2 get a TK but i find thm 2 thin..wat should i do...the TK is about $40-50 dollars cheaper bt i am payin 4 it and want a stick i like...people in the shop say im 2 young to hav a drag flicking stick... wat do u think...thanks
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aussieausseiaussie
04-29-2005 7:31 pm
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i am 16, and i am 6'1. i have been using compisite sticks for around 4 years now, and i am very comfortable with them. i was thinking about buying the taboo pro? around 37.5 inch> any advice? i play in the midfield/centre, and like to distrbute the ball alot??? any help. much apprceiated
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so confused!
05-01-2005 1:53 am
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new stick
I play schoolboy firsts and club hockey and i am just about to get a new stick but i have a problem... I usually play high fullback and need a stick that is a bit on the heavy side but i also get switched up to an inner and need a stick with good feel and response. I have asked so many people about it and they all have different opinions!!! does anyone have any suggestions? im all ears
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namelessderro
05-01-2005 8:22 pm
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sticks
callum; unless u r really desperate to get a drag flicking stick or very rich i would recommend against gettin a dragflick model as next year they will become illegal, as will all sticks with a curve over 25mm.
aussie; umm well by the sounds of it you have the right height for ur stick, possibly even a 38.5, try both c which u wud prefer, but yeah the taboo pro are definately a good investment
confused; just because ur a fullback doesnt mean u need a heavy stick, that started before composites were invented, when the only way to get a harder hit was to have a heavy stick, now with composites u dont need a heavy stick to hit hard, try looking at a couple of composites and see which one u like
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jules
05-02-2005 3:58 am
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Gryphon Taboo
does anyone know what the bows of the new Gryphon taboo and taboo pro are? (25mm or under??) or can you get them in different bows? also, what do people have to say about these sticks in general and is there much of a difference between them? and how do they compare to the Voodoo snow or forrest?
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namelessderro
05-03-2005 3:14 am
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jules
umm u can get the taboo and the pro in one of three bends ( i think its only three i have herd of a fourth but never actually cn it. basically there is one bow that is sumwere near 23mm which will b legal next year but the other two wont be.
As far as lining them up to the voodoos, they are basically the same stick with different paint jobs, according to the people i have talked to they turn up in the same crates and the only difference is the top layer of kevlar which gets put on after they arrive and the paint job.
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Alex
05-04-2005 3:51 am
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is turbo the go?
I have been asking around about the grays turbo series and alot of people tell me their special core is a waste of time and the only good one in the series is the Gx5000 turbo which comes without it. just wondering if anyone else had the same thoughts or his just an idiot. Also wondering what people think about the voodoo precision range and the chrome in particular (the new winter) and if it is worth rushing out to buy. Cheers
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yo
05-09-2005 12:56 pm
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stick
Anyone tried the new grays GX8000 Turbo? I play forward and I was wondering if it was good/
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Dan The Man
05-11-2005 12:50 pm
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TK CX 1.0 Plus M
I am trying to buy the new version of the TK CX 1.0 Plus M composite hockey stick with a 25mm bow, but can't find it anywhere after many google and msn searches. Anyone know where I can get one for around £120?
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Maria
05-11-2005 3:20 pm
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Best Stick for Defense
im 17 and play center back. i've had the same stick since my freshman and desperately need a new one but i have no idea what stick to get. i play practically everyday in the summer so ill need a stick that can really take a beating. i also plan to play in college. what would be the best stick for a defense player?
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Casper
05-13-2005 1:23 pm
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best stick for defense
hi, im 15 years old livin in the netherlands so my english isnt that good, but what i think is the best stick for a defender is a heavy or medium stick thats stiff like a grays gx 5000 because you can hit harder and you can control the ball better
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Offense
05-16-2005 6:43 am
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Everyone is saying about good defense sticks. What about offense
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Dave
05-16-2005 8:27 pm
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Voodoo vs Grays?
Right now I use a GX5000. I used a Voodoo Bones for indoor and I was thinking of getting a Voodoo for outdoor too. Which one should I get?
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Kriss
05-24-2005 9:55 am
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Left Handed & New Stick
Hi I am 15 and my birthday is coming up soon and i really want a mercian great black but ive heard bad things about them but i dunno if they are true are they??? and btw left handed sticks are illegal.
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RandomVoodooPlayer
05-25-2005 9:49 pm
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Voodoo vs Grays?
Dave
Voodoo no longer produce the bones modell but they have a couple like it The Vanquisher for example. If you are a decent outdoor player however the Forrest or the Snow are the way to go. These will set u back a bit Forrest round 280 Snow 345 Australian. I'v got a couple of snows and there extremely good sticks.
Kriss
There is no such thing as a left handed hockey stick sorry, and i dont rate mercian's at all
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Andy
06-06-2005 4:08 am
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Voodoo Voodoo Voodoo
i have been looking at the new voodoo hockey site and saw the new voodoo precision range and was wondering where the hell i can get me one of them!!! i have looked everywhere including searching on the internet and it seems no one has even heard of them! if anyone has been able to get hold of one (the chrome in particular) could they please let me know.
cheers
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Raaannnndddoommnneessssssss
06-12-2005 12:24 am
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?????
Hey, I am 13 and I play 4 school & club in Australia. I'm not allowed to get a too expensive stick as I'm likely to out grow it. I want a light stick as I play wing, but I also want a composite incas I need to hit. I was thinking a Dita X625, a Gryphon Pheonix, a Grays GX4000 or a Mazon Fusion 3000. If u got any ideas, let me know.
Thanx! :)
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Someone
06-14-2005 6:18 pm
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Zoppo Sticks
Does anyone know anything about Zoppo Omega Sticks. I'm about 5'9" and play defense, and I wanted a composite stick. My coach might have me playing offense next year, so I wanted a stick that would work in case I ended up switching. I was looking at the Zoppo Omega sticks and apparently they are just being introduced to the U.S. and I was wondering what you all thought of these sticks, and which would be the best one.
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Bobb
06-17-2005 6:39 am
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Gryhon shape
Does anybody know what the different shapes for gryphon stand for? I am getting a new Gryphon Diablo M6, but am not sure what the bow is. What do all the M6, M7 and so on stand for, I know it is the bow size, can someone tell me the different measurements for each.
Thanks
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namelessderro
06-18-2005 1:28 am
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M bow
Ok in order from smallest bow to largest bow it goes M6, M7 M8, M4. dont ask me why M4 is the biggest thats just how they made it.
M7 is 25mm and it is the biggest bow that will be legal next year, i think the M6 is about 20mm or a bit less. if you want a stick that will last you past the end of this year they are the only two that will be legal when the new rule cums in
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Undecided
06-19-2005 4:30 pm
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I am thinking about a new stick and i wanted to now if the Grays GX1000 or the Stx 70/25
I play both forward and mide. The cavity back seems interesting but i was wondering if that made the stick bottom heavy,
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Bobb
06-21-2005 5:39 am
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Cool thanks namelessderro, I managed to find a place where it had all the sizings, just for info the M6 is a 22mm bow, hook head. Thanks for the help.
Undecided - What league / age group are you playing in?
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Amy
06-22-2005 10:35 pm
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Which stick
Hey im 15 yrs old and i wood like to find a stick thats best 4 me. Right now i have got a Mazon black magic stick and i love but i will be getting a new stick. Im going over to africa soon and i was wongering if i should get a fibre glass stick because i have tried my friends one and its great. Sould i get an atlas, mazon or voodoo??? plz help...
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namelessderro
06-24-2005 3:15 am
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amy, as far as picking a stick is concerned i personally go for voodoos, but i have heard good stuff about mazons as well and i have many friends who swear by them.
To everybody else. When u want to know wat kind of stick to buy just a couple of hints:
a) it dusnt matter what league u play in or how long u have played for
b) dont worry about what position u play
c) we cannot tell by what u tell us over the internet what kind of stick would suit u.
overall that means if ur looking to buy a new stick the easiest way is to walk into a shop and talk to the salesperson about them. try them and find one that feels good in ur hands and is long enough for u. we cant do that for u
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Amy
06-26-2005 6:51 am
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Hey thanks 4 all ur help namelessderro. ive got an atlas stick and its pretty wikid...i played with it on saturday...
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namelessderro is hot
06-28-2005 12:59 am
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hot as
hey wat up i found out how hot u r so yea bi bi
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Andrea
07-01-2005 2:36 pm
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the right stick
I play at the high school level and I play a right forward. I used a STX dragonfly last season but I thought it was horrible. It chipped off soo easily and I had no power behind my drives. I don't know what type of stick to buy next. Perferably something that has a lot of power behind it because my drives are my weakest point, but still be able to move around with it easily. Any suggestions?
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Corey
07-01-2005 11:43 pm
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I recently came to the question of getting a new stick and since I already had a pretty good Grays wooden stick, I decided I'd try out a composite. I looked around heaps, intent on getting a Grays, because that's what I use. The main thing I was looking for was a stick with maximum legal bow (25mm), light to medium, 37.5" that felt like magic the moment it was in my hands. Normally, the 'magic' factor is how I choose my sticks, otherwise they're just frustrating to use. After looking in Rebel Sport, A-mart All Sports and Just Hockey, I finally chose a Kookaburra Icon 120 with a 25mm bow. It's definitely a good stick for forwards like me, light, thin, and it gives good hitting power.
Don't worry too much about specifics when looking for a new stick. The one that feels amazing in your hands like it's an extension of your limbs will be of more benifit than a stick that met all the requirements, but is frustrating to use.
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namelessderro
07-01-2005 11:44 pm
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ha ha
ha ha thanks if u want my signature, my email address is [email]nerd_is_the_word@hotmail.com[/email].
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unpassableFB
07-08-2005 7:06 am
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ladies hit up namelessderro iv seen him the shower (its huge) and he's an awsome player with plenty of knowledge
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namelessderro
07-09-2005 8:12 pm
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re: FH coach
hey sorry to burst ur bubble but you need to read the site more thoroughly, u notice that they say about the stick "It is the ultimate practical joke stick" and "JUST REMEMBER THIS STICK IS NOT LEGAL FOR REGULAR PLAY" makes it kind of obvious that it is only as a joke, and not for actual use
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unpassableFB
07-09-2005 11:50 pm
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left handed
i'm decently sure left handed sticks are against FIH rules and are not allowed to be used in any form of the game. run it run it
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pat
07-13-2005 4:32 pm
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stick
I am presently playing on right wing. I had my gray 5000 for the past two year. I am looking for a new stick any recommendations?
I have played field hockey for 7 years and this year was on the provincial team.
Looking at a gray 4000? What do you think?
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julian
07-13-2005 11:12 pm
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grays gx 8000 megabow
what is the size of the bow on the grays gx 8000 megabow
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07-14-2005 5:19 am
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umm i dont know the exact size of the megabow, its sumwere in the 40mm range. But if ur asking wether it will be legal next year then the answer is no, it will be well over the limit
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07-26-2005 10:09 pm
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next year i will be a sophomore in high school and i will probally be on the varsity team. I am about 5'2 and i want a 36 or 36.5 composite stick. I play on the foward line and often have a lot of brake aways as well as doing some shooting. I have had the same 35 wood stick for 2 years now and after playing around with some of my team mates sticks i can drive much better with a composite stick and one thats a size 36/36.5. Does anyone have any recomendations for types of sticks/brands to get? I dont have much of a price limit, but i am worried about buying a pricey wrong stick.
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sam
08-06-2005 7:49 pm
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HI everyone.
I play right wing for my team and i shoot and dribble a lot. I recently lost my stick....i know, i know, how could I?! I was wondering if anyone has suggestions based on my position etc. for what kind of stick i should get....any ideas!?
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RW& Black
08-11-2005 12:52 am
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Stick Summary
OK, it seems we need a quick summary.
1) Be very careful asking for anything more than broad suggestions over the internet from people who've never even met you, much less seen you play.
2) The general consensus is:
-Composite sticks: most people are suggesting composite sticks. It is uncontested that they provide better hitting power, but opinion is divided over the effect they have on skills. Like anything, they seem to take a little while to get used to, but almost everyone is happy with them if they get used to them.
-Just because you are a defender, doesn't mean you need a heavy stick. Don't get caught in the trap of old thinking. Also be aware that in modern hockey, most players need to be able to play at least a couple of positions to allow rotation off the bench to be effective.
-The best composite sticks seem to be anything equal to or higher than a GX5000 in the Grays range, any Voodoo, and the top Gryphons.
3) My comments.
I have noticed that brands seem to be positioning themselves with the sticks they sell. It seems to be agreed by most people I know that generally, Gryphons, Voodoos, Kookaburras and the upper Grays models are all the composites of choice. Note that Grays seems to only become popular once you hit the higher price brackets, while the other brands have gained respect for their entire ranges. Grays seems to be maintaining passion for wood, and Mazon has spread its forces evenly between the two camps. Basically, if you want wood, go for Grays or Mazon. If you want composite, go for a Gryphon for all-round play or a Kookaburra for attackers (they seem to be lighter sticks). The Grays range seems to suit defenders.
I also want to warn people to be careful with their money. It has been clever marketing by the companies to convince everyone that they need a AU$400 (£170) stick. Most players don't need a Black Magic or GX8000. Mazon offer very good sticks (ProForce - wood, Fusion - composite) and Grays (KK - wood, GX - composite) that are more than good enough for most competitions. Be aware that the shops want you to spend as much money as you're prepared to, so just do some research before you part with the hard-earned. Talk to people, borrow a stick for a while to try it out. Don't buy a AU$300 stick when a $180 will do the same job for you.
On that point, however, don't go too cheap. If you play hockey at good standard regularly, the cheap sticks just won't do it for you. You'll need something with a little more wear resistance and feel to it.
I play regularly in representative sides, often 4 games a week (local junior & senior, rep junior and senior) and 3 training sessions a week. I still play with a Mazon ProForce 5000 because I don't need anything else. Once you're used to a stick it doesn't seem to make a huge difference whether it's a $170 stick or $350. Also, I rotate between full back and inner, so I need a general stick for ball control and hitting.
All that to say, do your research and don't get talked into a stick you don't need.
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joan
08-11-2005 4:35 pm
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kids sticks
are the kids mazon black magics and gryhpon taboos and other sticks with the same name as adults sticks only MUCH cheaper, the same composition as the adult sticks? or are they sub standard?
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namelessderro
08-11-2005 8:02 pm
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junior sticks
joan, im fairly sure that with junior sticks, most of the wooden ones are sub standard compared to their senior counterparts, i havent had any friends get a composite junior stick, but one of my friends who manages a jsut hockey store where i live tells me that she thinks they are a step down from the senior ones, although they are still very usable.
However if you are thinking of buying a junior stick simply because they are cheaper, i would advise you not to, if you use a stick that is far too small for you then you are very likely to hinder your own playing, a slightly smaller than usual stick is alrite, but dont go to far down, if you need a cheaper stick look at the mazon 1000 (either pro force or fusion depending on what you like) as they are quite a good wuality but still cheaper
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james
08-13-2005 5:29 am
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The Great Black
Does ne1 have the mercian great black? Is it worth buying?
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jammy
08-18-2005 2:33 pm
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malik orange x-treme
does anyone know what the bow is on a malik orange x-treme as i am thinking of buying one but i don't know whether it will conform with the new rulings about a max 25mm bow
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T
08-21-2005 4:09 am
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Hi, relating to the Malik orange x-treme, I'm not sure of the bow size on this particular stick but the bow size on the Malik Veloce is 48mm therefore exceding the new rule of having a 25mm or less bow. Hope this sort of helped you.
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Sara
08-21-2005 8:46 am
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Confusion
Ok I just started a Season of outdoor field hockey. I Play Between Link and Defence. . What is the best stick for my position and what brands are recomemded?
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Brendon
08-22-2005 3:32 pm
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wat stick
I play in thedefense and i want too no wat is the best stick for me
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matt cook
08-23-2005 7:18 pm
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taboo pro
i think this stick has really good control and feel i want one
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Heather
09-01-2005 9:19 pm
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im looking for a new stick. my current one is a 36 wood grays 500. I want to make the switch to composite. i play for a club team yr round and varsity for my highschool. my position is mid or forward. im 5-5 small. i still want to keep my dribbling skills but am hoping to improve my shots/flicks/andhits with a new stick. any suggestions would be appreciated...
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blake0000
09-04-2005 4:56 am
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gryphon taboo pro
tom m i read about your passage about the taboo pro and i have one and im only 13 i have not played for my country only state
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Shelly
09-11-2005 2:47 pm
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what's best for me?
I have an STX tempest. I bought it because I had no idea what kind of stick would be best for me and so I really just bought the cheapest I could find. I've only had it for a year, but the wood chipped on the end and it's also chipped in a few other places. Will this affect my drippling and hitting? I was hoping to buy a new stick that would help me improve my skills, but I have no idea what to look for! I play forward for my highschool and would love to play club in college, but I don't to buy like a hundred dollar stick, because I'm not a seriously competative player. Please let me know what brands, size hook, and materials would be best for me, etc. Thanks!
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hockey guy
09-11-2005 9:57 pm
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chip on your stick
yes having a chip on the end of ur hockey stick will efect your drippling and hitting
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Davocat
09-13-2005 6:34 am
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why the big fuss over weight. Most people I have played with or against (both in England and Germany) just use medium weight. Defenders no longer just hit the ball as far as possible, but try to play out to the sides quickly and accurately. On astroturf the ball tends to move fast enough, or you need to think about your ball hitting technique. Forward do need to play the ball quicker and dribble more, but you do still need some weight behind the ball when shooting. With a medium weight you can still flick perfectly well (something defenders need to be able to do when when playing aerial passes). For beginners and evenly balanced stick is always a good choice as you are unlikely to play in the same position as you learn your strengths and weeknesses.
Most important is getting your technique right, there are plenty of excellent players out there with poor sticks.
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namelessderro
09-13-2005 8:50 pm
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devocat
Yeah devocat that is fairly true, i never even used to look at the weight up until i brought this new stick, only because i had to order it online and they needed you to put in the weight.
But then some of my friends are really tall basketballers who play hockey in their spare time and they have to use a 38.5 but the mediums r to heavy for them, so they use lights, the only other person i have ever seen grab lights r younger girls (not being sexist, i actually see it). but everyone else just seems to settle on the stick that feels good and they dont even look at the weight.
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simon
09-15-2005 7:44 am
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help me please
hey guys i am stuck for wich stick to choose next....i am currently upfront and using a mazon fusion 5000. the stick is getting to the end of its day bless it and needs replacing i dont no if to stick with another mazon or be adventurous and replace it with something new but if so i dont no wat is a reliable stick any ideas????
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09-15-2005 1:05 pm
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Are hybrid syicks any gd(composite shaft and wooden head) any gd any help would be great. I am a 13 years old and play right forward but play quite centrally. Would you reccomend the Voodooo Precison any other recomendations would be great, cheers
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pola
09-18-2005 9:08 pm
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do sticks change your way of palying?
I am a defendor an d baought a new stick, a grays 500 turbo, im really very happy but with a doubt running threw my head:¿can sticks change you way of playing?, now with a new and better stick ¿can i maybe strart to be a batter player?. iu would like to now what you people think about this.. thanks
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pola
09-18-2005 9:21 pm
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a 5000 turbo
sorry i confusea u bouhgt a grays 5000 turbo
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