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what other stick handling tips do you have?

Originally Posted by dogfish

what other stick handling tips do you have?

Easy now buddy, this thread is not in the lounge.

Originally Posted by underrated29

They are a lot more than that. The wood sticks are nice because they are easy to flex , but the break easier. Much easier. They are also a lot heavier.

The one piece sticks are much lighter, which gives you a better feel for the puck and a better shot. They are also more accurate and soooooooooooooooo much stronger. Being new to the sport you likely wouldn't notice much of a difference but you would in weight and durability. If you paid around $60-$80 for a one piece stick it would probably last you for years. The wood would probably last a season, maybe two. (If you were to play in a league, beginners or anything). Sticks get beat up a lot.

Also the one piece sticks can come in a "grip" shaft. Which allows you a better grip with your lower hand. This makes a big difference. Some sticks have duel flex points in them and all kinds of crazy cool features. They really put a lot of science into these.

I would recommend a one piece composite stick but for anyone new to the sport I'd say just get something in the $60 range that you like. You won't need anything more than that and likely wouldn't notice the difference or upgrades until you have refined your skills. An older one piece will give you the durability you need and also be light which will help with stick handling.

if you're new and just want to mess around, go to costco and get a composite there... 20 to 30 bucks

Thanks for the info, I bought my Wood stick for $25 so I'll stick with it (no pun intended) until I break it or feel that I get good enough to actually play a real game of hockey. I was just curious about it. Mainly my stick is used to help me catch myself when I almost fall

Originally Posted by underrated29

and someone else I thought.

you suck

Originally Posted by shank

you suck

Lol

Was it you? My bad

I read somewhere the pizza grease makes you skate faster, and it's convenient way to cut pizza as well. Is this true?

I have never hear of that before.

What's the theory? That the grease lines the hollow of the blade preventing the ice and water to build up thus allowing a smoother skating surface while still keeping your edges intact?


Who knows. I do know two things though in regards to that.
1. My pizza always come pre-sliced
2. With how freaking dirty your blades get, I don't want them anywhere near my food.

Haha I was just B.S.ing you, I just saw that picture and thought it was funny

I have a question.

How is it that this sport is still around when no one watches?

Originally Posted by Ravage!!!

I have a question.

How is it that this sport is still around when no one watches?

The same rules and principles that apply to the chargers and raiders are the same rules and principles that answer your question. Golf too.

Originally Posted by underrated29

The same rules and principles that apply to the chargers and raiders are the same rules and principles that answer your question. Golf too.

Actually... Golf is MUCH MUCH more popular, and actually gets on TV.

Why must you attack our hockey?

Originally Posted by ravage!!!

actually... Golf is much much more popular, and actually gets on tv.

gfy

Originally Posted by Ravage!!!

Actually... Golf is MUCH MUCH more popular, and actually gets on TV.

I don't buy it. Set up a poll. Ask people to name 5 golfers without looking them up and ask them to name 5 hockey players without looking up. See who gets more names....