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Hockey sticks are a critical piece of your equipment and having the right tool for the job can make all the difference in the world. Hockey Stick Expert is here to help find the best ice hockey sticks or roller hockey sticks for you and take your game to the next level. Topics we hope to cover include terms (like hockey stick flex, hockey stick length, hockey stick lie) and how-tos (Right vs. Left handed Hockey Sticks, taping a hockey stick, cutting a hockey stick to length) and more.
Hockey Stick topics and stick models we cover include:
- Ice Hockey Sticks
- Roller Hockey Sticks
- Street Hockey Sticks
- Wood Hockey Sticks
- Composite Hockey Sticks
- Easton Hockey Sticks
- Sherwood
- CCM and Mission
- TPS
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- Field Hockey Sticks
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Hockey Sticks – Easton Hockey – Carbon Nanotube Research
3D Carbon Nanotube Structure from Wikipedia
The Easton Corp recently gave a $2 million dollar gift to the UCLA School of Engineering and Applied Science to provide for advanced research into carbon nanotubes. Easton Sports (look here for more HSE info on Easton Hockey) has been a leader in using advanced technologies and materials in manufacturing sports equipment for many years. This is another way that they are hoping to get a jump on a new era of better equipment for hockey and their many other sports lines.
Carbon nanotubes are layers of graphite that are built up from the level of single atoms. They have amazing strength for their weight and this allows them to be used to design even more advanced ice hockey sticks and other sports equipment. Are you interested in a hockey stick that weights significantly less than today’s lightest models but will be even more durable? Sign me up!
The original article from UCLA News can be found here.
Filed Under Easton Hockey, Hockey Stick Fun, Hockey Stick News
Ice Hockey Stick Composite Technology
I found this blurb on some recent advances in composite technology as applied to building a true one piece composite hockey stick. You can follow this link to find more of our articles on composite hockey sticks.
Key snippets from the article include:
The stick uses a third generation toughened high-end resin system, Araldite NanoTech Composite new RTM system, to meet the most stringent demands of ice hockey players.
… and …
The Busch ice hockey stick is made of carbon and glass braids around a synthetic foam core which provide the stiffness needed to release maximum energy. This assembly is then inserted in a mould with an injection point at one end and an outlet point at the other end. Araldite NanoTech Composite is injected into the mould to impregnate the braids. This technology has been patented by Busch to produce the only true one-piece composite hockey stick with continuous fibre strengthening and no joints.
The article also state that the Swiss National Hockey team used pre-released versions of these 1 piece composite hockey sticks during the 2008 World Championships in Canada and that the stick were well regarded.
The original article can be found here.
Filed Under General Hockey Stick Info, Hockey Stick News
Hockey Socks-Which Ones Are Best?
Whether you are interested in playing hockey or have already started, hockey socks are very important and you will want to take the time to pick out a good pair. These socks are not like any other type of socks that you will ever buy, so special consideration should be used when it comes to choosing the right brand and the right size. There are a lot of different options that you will find when you are trying to figure out which pair of socks you are going to wear while you are playing hockey. If you have the right information you will be able to find the best pair to wear very easily.
One thing that is very important when you are purchasing ice hockey socks is to purchase a pair that is the right size. There are different sizes available depending on the size ice skate you wear and how large your foot is. There is also a difference between the way youth hockey socks will fit and the way ones that are made for adults will fit. If you get a size that is too small then you will pay for it later with the blisters that will appear on your feet and shins.
It is also important to purchase a good name brand when you are looking for the right socks. You will be able to find Rbk hockey socks which stands for Reebok. If you are familiar with the Reebok brand name then you know that they make high quality merchandise that lasts for a long time. However, if you do not like Rbk products then there are a few others that you can choose from. You might decide that you want to wear NHL hockey socks while you are skating the ice trying to score or block goals. These are a very popular option that a lot of people choose. You might also be interested in checking out CCM hockey socks which will provide you with comfort and style.
No matter which name brand you decide on it is important to have the right socks on when you hit the ice. Some people get confused between this type of socks and ice skating socks which are little thin socks that are worn on your foot inside your skate. Socks that are worn for hockey should cover the area from the bottom of your foot all the way up to about the middle of your thigh. This is so that every area on your feet and legs will be protected from not only your skates but the other equipment and pads that you are wearing as well.
If you use these tips when you purchase the hockey socks that you are going to use then you will be able to find the best ones. You will be able to find the right size, a great name brand, and the appropriate length that is needed for total protection. These socks are an absolute necessity for playing the game of hockey so make sure to get the ones you need before you play.
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Different Types of Goalie Masks You Will Need
There are a lot of different types of goalie masks that you can wear when you are playing different forms of hockey. There is of course the type of masks that can be worn when you play on ice and there are masks that you can wear when you play on the street. Whichever one you are playing you will want to make sure that you have a mask protecting your face from any flying pucks that might get away from you. Make sure to learn what the different types are that you can use so that you will be able to get the right one.
One thing that you will want to look for when you are shopping for hockey goalie masks is a good name brand. There are several name brands to choose from with each one offering its own set of benefits. One of the most popular names to buy is Itech goalie masks. You will be able to find some great things about each series that that name brand mask comes in. One feature that people love is the professional design that is offered, but there are a lot of safety features offered as well.
When you are looking for an ice hockey goalie mask you will want to make sure that you choose one that meets all of your needs. The different masks that are available will offer different features so you might have to double check to make sure that the ones you are interested in are included. Some things to look for include a mask that is lightweight, made of thick protective material such as polycarbonate or Kevlar, and that it is impact absorbing so that you do not feel it as much when you are smacked in the head. These safety features are very important and will make a difference in the way you are able to protect your goal.
There are similar features that you will want to look for in the street hockey goalie masks that you are buying. Itech is also a big name brand when it comes to protecting your face and head while you are playing street hockey. There are a few other name brands such as Mylec and Franklin that you might want to look into as well. Some of the things that you will want to look for in these masks include full coverage, hard plastic exterior, and air vents that you can use to get air into the helmet while you are playing.
Another option that you might choose is custom goalie masks that you can design yourself. This will give you the freedom to choose all of your own safety features as well as the look of the mask that you are going to wear. There are a lot of different ways that you can customize mask so take a look at what all is available and decide if you would rather choose a custom mask or one that is pre-made. Now that you are familiar with the different types of goalie masks that are available and know what to look for you will be able to find one that will work out the best for you the next time you play.
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