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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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