Hockey Stick Size & Flex

[@ericvoth7048]

Then there's Johnny Hockey out there using a 55 flex

[@harithwaseem8468]

utellme ikr like how mamy sticks does he break per game

[@MQA-hc1gt]

LOLLL

[@sirfrancis1756]

And Ovi at 235lbs using a 79 flex

[@HandsOfCinderblock]

Sir Francis my flex is 87 (just noticed now) wtf have i been smoking, i’m never gonna get a decent shot off with that LOL

[@AWCTB]

@@sirfrancis1756 ovi uses a 90 flex

[@eddi6251]

I use a longer stick I don't know why it is just more comfortable for me

[@simplifimusic]

yo so i just started i’m 13 and i don’t know if a 75 flex is good for me i can barely flex it so should i stay with this stick and get stronger or should i get a lower flex stick like 65

[@JetSquidward]

@@simplifimusic 75 for a 13 year old is high but depends if ur big and strong enough lol. I think I used 65 when I was 13

[@simplifimusic]

@@JetSquidward well my coach says it’s fine for me and when i shoot it flexes, i’m 5’10 and like 6’1 with skates on

[@ednaturnbull4152]

@@simplifimusic I’m 17 and I use a 87 flex I would use a 67 flex or 55 something between that

[@simplifimusic]

@@ednaturnbull4152 yea ik i found out

[@LegohenfishTheRangerHenry]

It depends on how much you cut off of the stick, I have an 85 flex stick, I cut about 9 inches off of it and it's now 107 flex, so it all depends on your size and weight and how long you want your stick to be, also take what type and brand stick your using into consideration, for example some sticks are made whippier and some made stiffer depending on the type and brand that you use, just take those ideas into consideration and you'll know what type of stick is best for you.

[@Mrtwinkletoes67]

Thanks for replying so fast! Also for my height and weight should i get a senior or should i stick with intermediate for a couple more months? I'm 5'6 121 pounds and 13.

[@lucaswang9260]

ur 22 now how ya doing?

[@Guy-ze9cf]

Helped me massively when purchasing my latest. Proud Bauer Vapor X20 owner now.

[@LebaneseShowoff]

This definitely helped me pick out the stick flex and length, along with blade pattern from the advice on your videos.

[@isaacmacers]

so i just bought a warrior dt1 in a 70 flex intermediate now i usually use 75 flex senior how noticeable is the shaft dimension change going to be and will it affect my play thanks

[@123syflox123]

Hey Crhis, I am just about to get into hockey, I am 5' 7'' and would say I am average when it comes to strength. What flex stick should I get?

[@IMdrummerTab]

That rebok is so nice.. a guy at a store told me 102flex was ok for me.. im only 155lbs i can barely use it.. and i have another one that is 87 flex it is still hard for me to even use that 1.. im tempted to use my easton Z bubble from like 8 years ago and it has 50 flex!!!

[@tylerdurdonxx]

@jonge95 I'm a big fan of bauer vapor's. They are amazing sticks. Ive heard people say the the blade breaks on slapshots. But i'm much like you, as i mostly use wristers and snapshots and havent experienced any problems. Super accurate stick.

[@stlchevy95]

@xcardkingx go with something between a 65-100. If you take more slapshots then go with a stiffer flex. More wrist shots, go with a lower flex. I use only composite sticks, and I've never broken one. First find a cheap stick on clearance, test the flex, and choose which one I guess lol. Try to find an Easton synergy on clearance. I got a 160$ synergy for 50$ at johnny macs. I'm also bout the same size as you, so I'd choose bout a 100 flex.

[@CountSlippers]

@C2Xi123 it is a level of hockey in the U.S. and im guessing Canada as well, it consist of 13 and 14 year olds.

[@samfisher20041]

Hey Tyson, thanks for your great videos! I just received my new CCM Octo Gun 50. The stick arrived with a huge scratch on the blade (about 6cm long, I'm about to contact the dealer) which is quite deep. I just wondered whether this mark will have any effect on the durability of the stick? I heard about blades that broke because of water inside?

[@jacoberwin57]

Hey bud, im 5'8" and 140 too. I have always used an 75, I love a short stick so when I cut it down, depending on the brand I normally am left with between and 85-90 flex. This is just a tip, seeing as we are very similar in size/weight. Good luck, thats just my little information.

[@xitzgrimx]

i use an intermediate but im 5'7. It fits fine and i like the stick high. it goes up to top of my eyes

[@Dylanmonk31]

Ice warehouse please help, I am 12 years old 5'1 and 105 ish pounds and I am in that weird range of junior and intermediate and I don't know which one is right for me please respond soon, thank you

[@colleennagel3335]

Its Monkerz bro I feel you I have the exact same problem

[@camcarey1735]

same prob, I tried out a junior and an intermediate, the intermediate performed much better for me. I recommend probably a high jr flex or the lowest intermediate flex. I weighed about 15 pounds more than u as a 12 yr. 5'5 120. I would recommend u to get an intermediate, it will last much longer, and will perform better

[@bibleboyz2794]

same here

[@sirfrancis1756]

Depends on what kind of player you are. I'd research nhl players and see what they use and divide it by their body weight. I.e. Ovechkin uses a 79 flex and is 235lbs (79÷235=34%) which is similar to you using a 35 flex at 105lbs (35÷105=33%)

[@McDADDyK]

I have 2 sticks I'm 20 and 5ft3 One stick is my height the other is longer, I like switching it up

[@SlayerSa1nt]

I got the warrior dolomite DD stick with grip, 75 flex with draper curve. My best advice is if your going to cut off a couple inches, go with a 75 flex, because getting a 85 then cutting some off is going to leave you with a stiff stick..

[@danieldy3753]

i am a forward and i like to stickhandle and do wristshots but i do take slapshots as well what stick should i get i used an rs and i loved it

[@JSquidy]

Best help ever. But, I'm 15yrs old, roughly 6" tall, around 140, and want to start playing now. What type of stick should I get, and what length?

[@HandsOfCinderblock]

You’re 24 now. How did it go?

[@JSquidy]

@@HandsOfCinderblock the flex wouldnt matter considering how trash I was at skating lol Just started playing again right before covid, now with much worse knees and wrists 🤷‍♂️

[@HandsOfCinderblock]

JSquidy Fair enough, dude. Glad to hear you’re still playing! Sooner the pandemic ends, the better. I’m dying to get back on the ice.

[@IMdrummerTab]

I tried my 50 flex junior stick to mess around at open ice, and i had way better stick handling w/ it b/c of the flex or b/c the blade was heavy and separated. Idk if the stick is supposed to flex wen you puck handle but it def helps me .. the 87 is to stiff and feels rly uncomfortable to stick handle unlss im playing D

[@everest0411]

Hi, Mr. Tyson, I would like to ask you whether you can make a video on this topic: The difference between traditional shaft with low kick design and the low kick shaft. I am looking af the shafts on IW web site but...I am not sure which shaft to buy. I do not know since when the low kick shaft is on the market. When I looked at the traditional shafts, I want to buy the CCM U+ Crazy, and it has low kick design.........I actually do not know what make it different from the low kick shafts...

[@samfisher20041]

@icehockeywarehouse Hi Erik, thanks for your fast reply! As the scratch is really going into the deeper parts of the blade, I'm going to send the stick back to get a new one. Once again, thanks for your help! :-)

[@KyleCollins93]

I'm not overly worried about it snapping. Do you think the extra whip would benefit my shot?

[@hannahkahrs9132]

Ive noticed hockey is similar to snowboarding, skateboarding, and baseball. You measure the stick length just like a snowboards and theres a factor of flex, they're both in cold areas and use wax. I seen hockey players hit their sticks on stuff like how skaters bang their boards when their friend lands a trick. And with roller hockey and skating theres the wheel durometer and size and bearing abec's and stuff. And for the skates they have this oven bake form fit thing like they do sometimes for baseball gloves. Hockey seems to have its own little thing like baseball also with similar videos. Like these "whats in my equipment bag" videos n stuff.

[@nameandaddress]

Very interesting observation

[@MrAray989]

@icehockeywarehouse its smooth but not tile its a smooth concrete (outdoor roller rink )

[@aramjudge5]

I'm 6ft 170 pounds defence man I like the stick coming up to my nose or top lip when I'm on skates I play in jouner b I'm still deciding on what flex I should get

[@antoniorodriguez8632]

Every season I come up with 2 things I must do. This Winter season is learn how to ice skate backwards and learn how to play hockey. Should be fun lol.

[@virginiatechfanx]

@icehockeywarehouse Thank you for the explanation it really helped. One more question why would someone want the stick to be stiffer. Would a good shooter want a lower flex rating?

[@007emv]

Hi Tyson/Casey, I'm 5"9 155lbs and I play with the Warrior Widow stick 85 flex.However I need tu cut about 6 inches to get the proper length. Warrior say that even if you cut thier Widow stick you not loosing any flex...But not so sure! I'm now looking to buy a Widow Custom stick and was wondering if I should get a 75Flex. What do you think? Thx for your help!

[@xxxShukuxxx]

When you guys recommend people to get a particular flex, is it the one listed on the stick or the flex you get after cutting it to the right length?

[@fonetiks1]

Last Question. Do tapered short hosel blades change the flex of a shaft?

[@KyleFried]

@icehockeywarehouse, you have a product called: Renfrew Athletic Pro Trainer's Tape on your site. is it the same as 1.5in hockey stick tape?

[@aidenftw6775]

I like my stick at my lips when I'm not skates since I feel like it's the most versatile.

[@frankylau11]

Hi Tyson, i'm 19 years old, 240 lbs and I'm a foward. I actually play for the university of Ottawa. I want to know if you had good feed back for the sherwood T90. Thanks

[@Hockeymonster67]

I'm 5'6 135 pounds. I also take primarily wrist shots and slapshots. Should I get; the APX, Nexus 1000, or The Bauer NXG?

[@aramjudge5]

I got an rbz with 95 flex and I love it =)

[@jzhockeysnipes9934]

Dear icehockeywarehouse, I was just wondering what flex I should use. I am 4 foot 11 and 80 - 90 pounds. I take mainly wrist shots, but I sometimes take snap shots and slap shots. Right now I am just using a junior. Should I step up and use a intermediate? PLEASE REPLY SOON

[@xxxShukuxxx]

Hi, Ice Warehouse. I am thinking about getting one of the bauer composite end plugs for my intermediate APX, but should I get the junior size or the senior? Thank you in advance.

[@xiKoNz]

5'9" 150 pounds.. Above average strength for my size... Im getting good shots off, both slap shots and snap.. i using an 87 flex, excalibur stick (a pretty cheap twig)... Your opinion, would i be able to improve my shot even more with a 100 flex. Im just looking for anywhere to improve.

[@xsinx67]

I'm currently looking at Bauer X:20, Easton EQ30, and Easton Stealth 65S. I started playing hockey a few months ago, I can only take wrist shots and snap shots. I'm 5'6 125 pounds. Which stick do you recommend and at what flex? And should I get intermediate or senior?

[@coleperry_5862]

Quick question, if I weigh around 135 pounds and take mostly snapshots and am in an intermediate stick length what should I get? Also, is a stiffer or whippier stick better for snapshots/quickly elevating the puck?

[@ice.warehouse]

Generally speaking, the butt end of the stick should be between your chin and your nose when you're in your skates. A whippier stick will be easier to lift the puck with compared to a stiffer stick. Chase at IW Hockey

[@nadiamaier4067]

I'm 5"6 140 Ibs and 16 years I actually have a Bauer supreme with 67 flex should i get a harder one?

[@fonetiks1]

Hey guys, i just recently purchased an Easton Mako Shaft at a great price from your company. It's a 100 flex, it seemed a little short to me so I added a 2 inch extension to it. I'm 6'2"/245lbs. What flex should I be at and by adding the 2 inch extension to my 100 flex shaft what would the new flex of it be? Thanks for being such a great company. These videos rock!

[@Slokey3]

I'm 160lbs and 5'10 would and intermediate stick be good or a senior 75 flex be better? I like the whip.

[@anujgupta4242]

Do more nhl players like grip sticks or non grip and what do you like more

[@UKGAMERJACK]

Thanks I also ment to say I play Roller hockey should the flex rating be the same (87flex) and would the Bauer supreme one pro 3 be like the total one thanks

[@MrAray989]

hey i play roller hockey and i was wondering what would be the best compostie stick to use that wont wear down to fast ?

[@RMG2608]

I am 12 years old going into Major Peewee I weigh about 105 pounds I'm 4 foot 11 inches.I just got a junior stick for Christmas, but it's pretty tall. Should I get an intermediate for my next stick or stick to a junior stick. I can flex my junior sticks more than 10 cm by the way.

[@tiffanyspringsted8400]

I'm 5'7 and 125lbs and was wondering if I should get an intermediate or senior stick? I also have very small hands if that affects anything.

[@Michelangelo412]

Hi im 12 years old and i like my sticks with fast wrist shots and accurate shots could you recommend me a good hockey stick?

[@TheConsoleCommander]

hi im 4'8 and need a new stick with size should i have? Junior intermediate? also i have 3 questions 1 which is the best stick overall for wrist shots and snap shots 2 which is best for slappers and one timers and 3 whats it best for a right winger who hardly take slap shots but a lot of wrist shot and snap shots. sorry for the big question

[@Pensfan3x]

Thanks man this is very good video helped alot.

[@courtneymcara8531]

I'm 18 215Ib 5ft 6/7 What stick should I Get? I'm a beginner!

[@hirschj]

What stick would you recommend me, I'm left winger and I like wrist shots but i'm not skilled much at wrist shots. I play street hockey; I'm 6,2 and 172 pounds, 16 year old. Thank you.

[@yasashii25]

Im 5'10" 350lbs and i love the getzlaf curve open face square toe should i use the 100 or 110 flex i have 85 at the minute and want to buy 4 new shafts what is your suggestion i want easton or ccm preferably

[@CTGNoz]

Hey Tyson, I am 5 foot 3, 95 lbs, and 13 years old. I just broke my stick and i can decide whether to get an intermediate or another junior. Thanx, please respond soon

[@SnipeAndCelly13]

what stick and flex should i use if i want to take really quick shots, and i use senior sticks

[@applegatex4]

Hi Tyson, My son is 11 1/2 yr's old, 61 inchs (5ft 1in) @ 117lbs. He has long legs and a mid length torso. (not sure this means anything when selecting a stick) He's currently using a Junior stick with a length of 55 1/2 inch. His current stick measures to his chin with skates on but seems to cramp his hand position. Questions; - Should he move to a intermediate stick? - Do you have a recommended brand and curve? Thanks!

[@OriginalHills]

Hello icehockeywarehouse, I'm looking to purchase a hockey stick in the near future and was looking for some insight from someone who knows what they're doing. I'm about 5'7" tall and around 125lbs. If you can point me in the right direction or make any recommendations for sticks that would be amazing. Thanks a ton in advance

[@JacksonSpinst]

Hi! I am 13 years 5'2 and 96lbs i take a lot of quick snapshots and I like to use as much flex as i can, being a small player, to maximize my shot power. What flex should I use?

[@gppaintballer34]

i got a 77 flex what better use would i get out of it more of like a one timer, wrist shots... or slap shot ,, snapshots

[@snowboard520]

I'm 5'8" 135lb and I use a senior but after watching your video I'm not sure if I should use an intermediate now because my senior stick is wearing out out more on the heel please help

[@shrk4dacup]

I'm 5'2 off skates and 110 pounds. What category (junior, intermediate...) and flex do you recommend I should use?

[@BitchmenProduc]

Hello there, i was thinking of starting up playing hockey again, when i was a child this was easier, what stick should i use ? I'm 17, 5'9'' and i weigh 200 lbs. I'm trying to transition from Floorball to Hockey, because i just love the sport. I'm not really fond of long sticks, as i'm just not used to them since i played floorball, what would be your adivce? And what do you think of Bauer Supreme TotalOne ? And thank you in advance.

[@austingasper8433]

I have an old Bauer Vapor XXXX stick with a Senior shaft that tapers. But the blade is broken, so I was just thinking about cutting off the blade and putting a new one in. The obvious problem being that the stick tapers where I would put the new blade in, is there any way to buy a replacement blade for a tapered stick?

[@MrMMMMMM16]

Thanks for the advice Zach :)

[@TheOmg98]

I have a CCM U+ Pro stick and I was wondering how I could take the paint off of the taper and the blade. Its chipping off the blade and I would like to just remove the whole thing

[@Josh2112rrrrrrrrr]

I play defense in bantam and I'm wondering what kind of stick would you recommend me to use?

[@mjpisaturo]

5'8 193, but new player. i can take a wrist shot and lift it, not too good with slappers. thinking about a composite. which flex and kick point would be good to start? how about lie? i will have to cut a senior stick play wing.

[@kylemacdonald1499]

i have been thinking about getting the ccm rbz 60 and ive have been having a hard time deciding between senior and intermediate im 19 140 pounds i just started playing a year ago my uncle is 50 and 200 pounds and uses intermediate sticks and says im ok but i am worried about breaking one to quick what would you recommend

[@mlease1]

I really like wood sticks. I am a righty at 6'1" without skates and not sure what sticks to look for... whats good on the market?

[@austingasper8433]

I'm 5'9" without skates, weight about 115 and play center on my high school team. I don't have a ton of upper body strenght though. Would you recommed a senior or intermediate shaft? What flex? On the stick i want to get the only flex choice for the senior shaft is 75 and for the intermediate the only choice is 65 flex. Please help!!

[@saldais222]

Hi ! Which stick do you think is better for the snap shots or wirst shot , NXG or NEXUS1000 ? And could you also help with flex , i am 83 kg and my strong side is snap and wirst shots , witch flex is the best ? 95,100,102 ?

[@TINKERHOCKEY]

Hi there, I have a Easton Synergy INTERMEDIATE stick. Its slightly to short but i plan to get an extension for it. Should i get a Senior or a Junior extension?

[@everest0411]

Another question, when buying the CCM U+ Crazy shaft, even though it is a traditional shaft but is designed with low kick function, does it only perform the low kick power when I use the .620 blade that has low kick design? OR, can I use any .620 blade but still get the low kick power??? Thank you P.S. I am 5'9" but I prefer flex number lower than 85. My wrists are not very strong; sticks with over 85 flex make my wrists pain or uncomfortable.

[@AbuZedxLiger]

Thanks and do websites have any way of telling the height because I was looking and they only said sr jr etc.

[@marks1292]

Hi I'm 5'8 without skates and 167lbs and I shoot left.I play a forward. What flex, length, and blade curve would you suggest? Thank you!

[@JDCBishop]

Hey im 5'4 and 120 lbs and I stickhandle, take snapshots and wrist shots. I usually play RW or D. Most importantly I don't play ice hockey, I play ball hockey and street hockey. Which stick should I buy?

[@thisisDeus]

Hi I'm almost 14 and 5"10 - 5"11 and 140 lbs, I have been considering a senior stick since the intermediate flex is too low for my liking I would like to go for a senior. What would my flex be? I like to take wrist shots and some slapshots & snapshots. Please reply.

[@leafsfan1019]

I'm 4'2 my stick is between 60 & 70 flex junior stick it's a special type of stick but it has NHLPA on it oh I'm like 80 to 90lbs.

[@flashfingers96]

hey hows it goin im 5'11 14 years old and ive been playing for 4 years i play center and i was wondering what stick size and flex would best fit me and maybe what brand? thanks

[@ghostsniper1113]

Hey guys my dad just got me a se16 for Christmas it's an itermiadte and the flex is 65 I'm a little woried that it mat snap on me couple of uses I'm a defenceman im 14 I'm about 5'7 off skates and I wiegh about 140 lbs I take a lot of slapshots and very few wrist shots and snap shots I think I should be using a stifer stick but Id like to know what you guys think

[@mtdew108]

Tyson I am 13 years old and about 120 pounds close to 5 ft and I'm not sure if I should get a int. or a smaller stick and I've tryed my brothers senior stick and they are to stiff so if you could help that would be good thank you

[@nhlrockstar]

im 5'8'' 138lbs i like a backstrom and the crosby curve i currently use a stick that i picked up from a market it isnt a brand name it is 50 flex i want a stick that isnt to expensive and a light stick i preffer bauer or reebok wich one do you reccomend.

[@LiqhtWeiqht]

I am 5'5 130 lbs and starting to get back into hockey after 10 years of not playing. Could you recommend me a stick around $100? Also what flex. Thanks for the help.

[@dacrazedtoews10]

i am 18 years old, i use a easton s3 int sakic blade, im am about 5"10 and 160ibs. i really dont mind the shorter stick, i actually prefer it. i just believe the flex on it is too low, should i buy a senior stick and just cut it down? and is it bad that i am using an int stick right now.

[@EmmDee96]

Hi I'm in the market for a new stick and my dad is trying to convince me to use a p91a type curve. I have been using Salkic type curves exclusively for a long time and I agree that it's time for a change. I love the curve for wrist and snap shots but I find that clappers don't come off as cleanly as I'd like. Do you think that switching to a p91a curve would help with this problem? If it helps I play defence and I'm 5"9 155 lbs.

[@KyleMorelli]

I'm 5'10" i have a 58" int stick lie 5.5. It is a bit tall for me, my top hand elbow bend when stick handling and i am using more of the heel portion of the blade instead of the whole blade lie flat on ground. I like to keep the puck close to me so i choose a lie 5.5. The stick is up to my eyes without skates on. How much should i cut my stick down?

[@bobking1618]

i'm about 5'7 off skates and about 120 pounds. I was thinking about getting a kane pro stock but i don't know if i'll be able to shoot with it. Just wondering what you think? thanks

[@downtoearthwithben]

Hi, could you suggest a few sticks for me please, I want a large lie, preferably 6.5 - 7. I want an open blade and if possible longer in length. Also I would like the stick to be as light as possible. What sticks or brands would you suggest? The main reason I want a stick like this is because I am getting back problems as I am tall and often find my self leaning very far over, so any suggestions would be good. Thanks.

[@beaterkiller]

heres the thing...i'm a 5"2 14 year old that uses a junior stick...but i like to have a stick with a 80 flex...and the stick length that i would like to use is the intermediate stick... so which stick size should i use??

[@TheBmayo47]

Hello IW, I play a lot of street hockey, but i do not like the feel of a street hockey stick, what type of stick should i look for? By the way, i am 16 years old 5'9", and 220. Thanks!

[@Jawshawa77]

Just wondering what your recommend for my flex. Ive always used 85 and have cut it down about 3 inches. Im 19, 5'5 and 140lbs. Lets me know, Thanks

[@robertsbarqueeagle]

6' 190 LBS, play center, and just got a Bauer Supreme TotalONE with Toews curve at 102 flex. is that a good choice? Currently have a Mako M1 with a Getzlaf curve at 85 flex and feel like it's a little too soft. Is that a good upgrade? I play highschool and beer league lol.

[@planBska8ter1]

thank you also i was wondering if you knew of any curves for easton or bauer that are the same or similar to coffey of sherwood that i use now as i stated before..thanks

[@AbuZedxLiger]

What's the best option to get a taller stick, I am about 6'3 and a wooden extension would be the last option

[@UKGAMERJACK]

Would a p88 curve help me as I currently use the p92 and hit pucks over the net often

[@Xstr3ngthz]

Hey I'm pretty big guy at 6"3 270 lbs and only have 1 year expirence in hockey I got the warrior widow se grip senior composite 100 flex is that ok? I had a 65 flex last season and I know that's a pretty soft for my weight. I play forward if that might help

[@gameingphantoms7394]

Thanks for showing me how you get the correct stick!