True’s next generation of X-Series hockey sticks comes in the 2017 ACF line. This type of stick will fall under the precision shooter’s category thanks to patented XCORE technology and complimenting features showcased in the XC5 ACF. For those who are curious the A–C-and F means Accuracy, Control, and Feel. This stick was designed to allow you to seek pinpoint accuracy while maximizing shot velocity, puck control, and puck feel. Here’s the inside scoop into TRUE’s XC5 ACF. Getting right into the stick’s construction, TRUE continued to utilize a high pressure clave molding process which they patented as Axenic Technology. The advantage of using this manufacturing process is that it yields a true one-piece hockey stick which results in very consistent internal walls, shaft shape, and of course a great balance and feel. Working alongside the Axenic Technology, SmartPly Technology optimizes performance, weight, and impact strength. SmartPly tech is a laminate design that is used with up to 25 inner layers of unidirectional carbon fiber; the way the fibers are angled and the order of those angles are what control torsional stiffness and protect from impact damage while maximizing performance and durability. All very impressive technology featured at this price point! The XC5 ACF is composed mainly of a carbon fiber and fiber glass blend which is organized into a 3K weave. This stick has a graduated mid-flex profile for optimal performance and feel in all game situations. Moving down to the blade, we’re going to see the patented XCORE technology. This is a compressible urethane insert embedded into the core of the blade starting in the heel and extending just past the center. This technology will produce an average of 30% more rotational puck spin leading to less flutter shots and more precise and accurate shots. XCORE technology also dampens and cradles the puck during passing and puck handling providing even more control and feel. This is the huge component to what gives the XC5 ACF its accuracy, control and feel. New to the XSERIES of sticks is going to be Braided Rib Technology (BRT) first seen in TRUE’s SBP lineup. These are seamless braided tubes located at the center and bottom of the blade that act as a dual bridge support for the blade core. This tech helps to produce the longest lasting and most consistent blade TRUE has ever made and is up to 50% stronger than its predecessor! Benefits of this modified BRT blade prevent the foam core from breaking down and losing its stiffness which will also help provide its accuracy and precision. The XC5 ACF certainly features an innovative design and proven technology at a fraction of the cost. If you are looking for a stick that will provide (ACF) unmatched accuracy, unmatched puck control, and unmatched feel…TRUE’s XC5 ACF is sure to be the total package at a value cost.

The 2021 CCM Jetspeed FT475 hockey stick is designed to be a high performing mid-price point stick that still carries some great technologies but at a value friendly price. Hybrid Kick point for speed and response in the release JS3 Blade with a dampened core designed to provide heightened feel for the puck R-Geometry shaft dimensions with rounded corners and concave sides C6 Weave on blade for stiffness and durability There are a variety of factors to consider when purchasing a new stick. When thinking about your on-ice performance, it is important to place a focus on kick point. Finding the right kick point will help take your shot to the next level and have a positive impact on your game. If you’re unsure which kick point is best for you, visit your local Pure Hockey for an accurate assessment. Staying constant with the high-end Jetspeed models, the Jetspeed FT475 stick is engineered with a Hybrid flex profile. This creates a hinge effect so you can load the stick using both speed and power. By blending the technologies usually associated with mid and low kick sticks, the Team Stick is engineered for you to score from anywhere. The FT475 stick has the same shaft design as the top two models with R-geometry. This provides rounded corners and concave sides creating a streamlined stick that delivers high performance and ultra-comfort. The JS3 blade construction, which is also found in the Jetspeed Team stick, offers a lightweight feel with a dampened core for feel and puck control. This blade also comes with a tactile surface that is part of the top-of-the-line sticks. The blade is made of CCM’s C6 material. This carbon fiber weave provides good overall stiffness and the strength you’re looking for from your stick blade as you continue to take more shots. Any player who wants to experience the performance benefits of a top-end stick is encouraged to upgrade to a higher-level model like the Jetspeed FT4 Pro or the Jetspeed FT4, but for those recreational players who are looking for a quality option at a lower price point, the CCM Jetspeed FT475 stick proves to be a great value.

The Warrior Alpha DX3 hockey stick offers many high-end technologies to help enhance your on ice game, all at a great value that many players, regardless of level, will appreciate. Low-kick point design for a quick release Sabre Taper for a combination of power and accuracy True 1 Phantom Feel for a lightweight construction Minimus Carbon 800 for solid shaft strength Fuelcore technology for added pop Ergo shaft shape for an enhanced feel Apex Grip for increased control When purchasing a new hockey stick, make sure you place a focus on kick point when making your decision. Finding the right kick point is vital to your on-ice game, and can help take your skills to the next level. If you’re unsure which kick point is best for you, visit your local Pure Hockey for an accurate assessment. Warrior’s Alpha line is comprised of low-kick point sticks, flexing closer to the blade for a fast recoil resulting in quick releases. If you’re trying to get your shots off fast, the low kick point in the Alpha DX3 is a great option. Warrior includes some high-end technologies in the DX3 to help enhance the low-kick point. One of these features is the Sabre Taper. This technology provides the low-kick response with a stable and powerful release, resulting in an easy-to-load design that produces quick and accurate shots. The low-kick design is built for quick-motion shots close to the net, but the Sabre Taper provides the added benefit of power and accuracy for shots from anywhere in the offensive zone. The Alpha DX3 also includes True 1 Phantom Feel and Minimus Carbon 800 material for a solid construction. True 1 Phantom Feel technology, found in the top-of-the-line Alpha models, provides a lightweight and strong one-piece stick for good responsiveness and balance. Warrior uses Minimus Carbon 800 material to enhance the strength of the stick and provide a good overall feel. In the blade, Warrior includes their Fuelcore technology. This lightweight polymer blade includes composite layering around the core for better responsiveness, puck feel, and to help give you more pop with every shot. The DX3 model also includes Warrior’s Ergo shaft shape for a secure feel, and the Apex Grip for increased control. With plenty of top features and technologies, the Warrior Alpha DX3 is a great option for the player who skates 2-3+ times per week and is looking for a quality stick at a great value.

Brand new for the 2020-2021 season, CCM is introducing an all new stick into their mid-kick family of sticks, the CCM Super Tacks 9360 Grip Senior Hockey Stick. The Super Tacks line is known for its power and accuracy, and CCM has continued to innovate on their mid-kick technology by using data from the CCM shooting performance lab. Using this data, the CCM Super Tacks 9360 has been designed with an all in one flex profile with two different stiffness zones. These zones will help the player get maximum loading for both wrist and slap shots. The CCM Super Tacks 9360 features a T Shape geometry, which is a square shaped design, proven to provide players with a traditional feel that sits very naturally and comfortably in the hands. Moving down into the blade of the CCM Super Tacks 9360, CCM is going with their Ultra Attack Frame Blade, which is a lightweight blade with a high torsional and bending stiffness. This will help accuracy with shooting and passing. If you are looking for a great entry-level stick that optimizes power but also helps with a quick release shot, look no further than the CCM Super Tacks 9360 Grip Senior Hockey Stick.

Youth Geometry Shaft: Designed to help kids learn how to hold their stick and develop their stickhandling and shooting techniques. Stiff Composite Painted Blade: Blade stiffness that helps younger players lift the puck while allowing enough puck feel for stickhandling and passing. Full Grip: Full grip to help with control and feel.

New for 2021, True is bringing an entry model that looks to offer all the Catalyst core stick technologies in an affordable package. The True Catalyst 3X Senior Hockey Stick is a great stick for any recreational level player. The colorway of the Catalyst 3X Hockey Stick is new for True this year. Featuring a new sleek black and yellow colorway, mixed with a honeycomb design throughout, the Catalyst is looking to give you a great design along with their trusted quality. Along with the new look the Catalyst 3X will have a soft gloss grip shaft with a matte blade. The shaft will be a square corner double concave shaft. Starting with the kickpoint, the True Catalyst 3X Hockey Stick has an improved mid-flex. This allows maximum energy loading for effortless power and a stiff taper zone to maximize control. For the construction of the new True Catalyst 3X Hockey Stick, True is Utilizing their Axenic technology, this is a true one-piece hockey stick resulting in superior control and feel of the puck. This entire package results in a stick that is a very lightweight 450 grams. The Catalyst 3X is also using BRT+ technology which is a patented design in the blade for a stronger, lighter blade with increased heel durability. With the Catalyst core technologies throughout, the Catalyst 3X Senior Hockey stick is looking to be that perfect balance of performance and price for any recreational or beginner player.

The Bauer Vapor 2X Grip Hockey Stick is a high-performance limited edition stick built for performance players looking to up their game with a stick that won’t break the bank. Low-kick point for the ultimate quick release XE Taper technology for enhanced performance Upgraded 12K MaxBalance blade for better balance and durability High Performance Mold for a true one-piece feel When choosing a new hockey stick for your upcoming season, it is important to focus on kick point. Finding the right kick point for you will help take your on-ice performance to the next level. If you’re unsure which kick point suits your game best, or you’re looking for an accurate assessment, visit your local Pure Hockey. Similar to the rest of the 2019 Vapor stick family the new Vapor 2X features a low-kick point, providing players with an advantage in release speed. This low kick design is ideal for players who more often take quick motion shots, such as in close to the net, and rely on speed over power. Some of the carry over technologies from the top of the line Flylite stick are found on the Vapor 2X to enhance the quick release Vapor has become known for. One of the new technologies on the Vapor 2X stick is the XE taper. With a unique elliptical geometry, this updated taper design provides more stability in the blade, a softer area in the hosel, and a reduced overall weight by limiting the amount of carbon fiber layers needed in this area. This new design combines to enhance the low kick point construction and give players more stability and responsiveness without sacrificing the quick release they need. The Vapor 2X construction features a unique blend of high end composites using Bauer’s high performance mold technology. The HP Mold provides a balanced energy transfer through the entire stick, from shaft to blade, to give you a true one-piece feel, enhancing the overall performance of the stick to improve your shooting, passing, and stick handling. In the Vapor 2X stick you will find 3K composite construction on the shaft, with 12K composite construction on the MaxBalance blade. One of the high-performance features of the unique Bauer Vapor 2X Stick is the upgrade to a 12K MaxBalance blade to provide reduced weight and an even more balanced feel. The high end blade strategically layers added carbon fiber for more strength without weighing down the stick, while also reinforcing the edges for increased durability. With the Vapor 2X hockey stick, Bauer enhances the low kick point options for performance players looking to enhance their game without upgrading all the way to a top of the line stick, and for elite players looking for high-performing options at a price that allows for a multi-stick purchase.

Brand New for the 2022 season, the CCM Ribcor 84K Senior Hockey Stick is the newest recreational level stick in CCM’s Ribcor family of sticks. The Ribcor stick line is designed for the quick release shot, and the RibCor 84K features upgrades making this a great lightweight, durable, and quick release stick option for recreational players. With the design of the Ribcor 84K shaft, CCM went with a traditional t-shaped shaft. The proven square-shaped design provides players with a traditional feel that fits comfortably into the hands. A very classic but lightweight feel. To help make the Ribcor 84K a quick release stick, CCM is using a low kick point at the bottom of the shaft, just above the blade. This kick point maximizes loading while driving that ultra-quick release. Back down at the blade of the Ribcor 84K, CCM has included a composite, stiff blade made of carbon and fiberglass, which has been designed to have great durability for shots and passes. Featuring a low kick, traditional shaft design, and a stiff composite blade, The Ribcor 84K Senior Hockey Stick is a great stick option for any recreational or beginning level player looking for a good balance of price and performance.

The all new 2017 Bauer Supreme S180 Composite Stick is designed to give you the strong performance you have come to expect from the Bauer Supreme line of sticks. Sticking true to it's Supreme roots, this stick is a well-balanced and responsive stick. This year, Bauer has improved the Maximum Power Kick (MPK) Flex Profile giving the stick even more power than past generation Supreme sticks. This technology makes the stick lighter at the handle and stiffer near the blade which forces the kick point higher up the stick for increased power. Th Supreme S180 stick also features a 3K carbon fiber shaft construction, an AeroFoam I blade code with BiMax 3k carbon fiber wrap to ensure a good balance between weight reduction and durability. If you're looking for a good performance level stick with plenty of power, the Supreme S180 is the stick for you!