goalie Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 32 minutes ago, BadAngle41 said: I've only bought one composite... a Bauer and I honestly don't even recall what model. I broke it just as fast as a foam core of course, hated the vibration etc. anyway. With a price tag so high, I'm hard pressed to find a reason to not get 3 custom Passau twigs instead. My thinking is that if I'm reliant on my stick being THAT light to make a save, I have a technical breakdown somewhere that I should address long before purchasing a single stick for that much. Just my opinion of course. Can't argue with your points (even though I have 2 comp sticks). The only thing I find curious is so many goalies get hung up on cutting an ounce or 2 off pads by using synthetic straps (CCM) but gloves and sticks are the only real benefactors of weight reduction. And when you are over 50 (me) you might need to have the advantage of waving a 250 gram lighter stick at a puck, your body can't catch up to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BadAngle41 Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 1 minute ago, goalie said: Can't argue with your points (even though I have 2 comp sticks). The only thing I find curious is so many goalies get hung up on cutting an ounce or 2 off pads by using synthetic straps (CCM) but gloves and sticks are the only real benefactors of weight reduction. And when you are over 50 (me) you might need to have the advantage of waving a 250 gram lighter stick at a puck, your body can't catch up to. I don't know about only gloves and sticks benefiting from weight, but I understand what you're saying. I'm guilty of getting rid of most of my CCM leathers for elastic & velcro, but that was for fit more than anything. May have saved some weight too, but that wasn't the driving force behind the change. I'm all for innovation and making things lighter, more breathable, and more protective, but I think my point is more that some pricing is getting a little ridiculous. I'm definitely the spender in my family (if it's not goalie gear, its car parts or some sweet kicks for the kids) but even I have a limit. Part of it too is just like what @TheGoalNet and other have posted recently about all of us and the pros, you get used to something, have confidence in it, and that lets you focus on stopping a puck far better than a losing couple grams hanging from your blocker side ever will. BTW... by far the best display name on the forum @goalie it's a privilege to have been quoted by you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1C5 Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 I kind of wish I never bought the 1S stick. It feels so amazing that unfortunately I could never go back to a heavier stick. I've corrupted myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BadAngle41 Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 1 minute ago, 1C5 said: I kind of wish I never bought the 1S stick. It feels so amazing that unfortunately I could never go back to a heavier stick. I've corrupted myself. Well... the good news is that now you've been corrupted... you can finally run for some public office and fit right in!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1C5 Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 It's like the drug dealer giving the first hit for free to hook a customer. I bet if Bauer discounted the stick for a first time buyer, many people would get so used to the weight and performance of the stick that they would keep buying them at full price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goalie Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 29 minutes ago, BadAngle41 said: I don't know about only gloves and sticks benefiting from weight, but I understand what you're saying. I'm guilty of getting rid of most of my CCM leathers for elastic & velcro, but that was for fit more than anything. May have saved some weight too, but that wasn't the driving force behind the change. I'm all for innovation and making things lighter, more breathable, and more protective, but I think my point is more that some pricing is getting a little ridiculous. I'm definitely the spender in my family (if it's not goalie gear, its car parts or some sweet kicks for the kids) but even I have a limit. Part of it too is just like what @TheGoalNet and other have posted recently about all of us and the pros, you get used to something, have confidence in it, and that lets you focus on stopping a puck far better than a losing couple grams hanging from your blocker side ever will. BTW... by far the best display name on the forum @goalie it's a privilege to have been quoted by you. "@goalie" -> got in early! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goalie Posted October 10, 2017 Share Posted October 10, 2017 19 minutes ago, 1C5 said: I kind of wish I never bought the 1S stick. It feels so amazing that unfortunately I could never go back to a heavier stick. I've corrupted myself. I thought it was just me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 3 hours ago, goalie said: I thought it was just me! I obviously do my best to stay neutral, but I appreciate where you're coming from. When I pick up a stick off the rack, generally my fist thought is... "nope, not as light as 1S" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 6 hours ago, 1C5 said: For people that have had NXG, how is the durability of it? I had an NXG last me from the launch of the SE retro graphic package until last spring, maybe 2 full seasons of 1-2 ice slots a week of men's league Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 4 hours ago, goalie said: Can't argue with your points (even though I have 2 comp sticks). The only thing I find curious is so many goalies get hung up on cutting an ounce or 2 off pads by using synthetic straps (CCM) but gloves and sticks are the only real benefactors of weight reduction. And when you are over 50 (me) you might need to have the advantage of waving a 250 gram lighter stick at a puck, your body can't catch up to. Couldn't agree more more on the weight reduction. I think I listed somewhere on the site that I love how quick my blocker feels with a composite Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MTH Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 Last night during warmups I used a Vaughn foam core and was sweating. Ugh, terrible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BadAngle41 Posted October 11, 2017 Share Posted October 11, 2017 48 minutes ago, MTH said: Last night during warmups I used a Vaughn foam core and was sweating. Ugh, terrible. Quit leaving your stick side so open then. Shooters only sheet where they see net. Ha! (Actually trying to convince myself that I use foam core for lofty "old school" reasons when in reality maybe I'm just being cheap.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted October 12, 2017 Share Posted October 12, 2017 Halak and Forsberg both using authentic 1S Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cwarnar Posted October 15, 2017 Share Posted October 15, 2017 Finally got to take my new 1S stick out for a spin at a Rec Game last night. Overall, loved it... no issues with vibration and its crazy light. Couple that with my RGT set I found myself overplaying some shots as I adjust to the weight savings. I also really like the grip tac... First time I've had a stick with a grip on it. Made the stick feel tight and erased any slippage I have experienced in the past. Glad I made the move to Composite... We'll see how it holds up long term Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted October 15, 2017 Share Posted October 15, 2017 @cwarnar I love the Grip too. I'm amazed how many people tape over it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IPv6Freely Posted October 16, 2017 Share Posted October 16, 2017 I taped over the grip on the new Warriors because I found it was useless. But even then I still couldn’t stand the vibration and went back to the foam core. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnyman666 Posted October 16, 2017 Share Posted October 16, 2017 Yep- finally tried my composite stick... I was expecting to not like it. I am screwed!!! I LOOOOOOOOOOVE it!!!!! I have about ten, not used wood sticks that I will probably sell in my skate shoppe... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted December 2, 2017 Share Posted December 2, 2017 1S True 6.0 SBP Sherwood BPM 150 ALSO!!! We’re doing a contest with True Hockey to give away the demo 6.0 SBP Follow @thegoalnet on Instagram to enter next Tuesday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnyman666 Posted December 2, 2017 Share Posted December 2, 2017 So- any word on sizing for both Senior and intermediate Bauer sticks? I am in live with the 24.5” Total One and I can’t get to where I can see one in the flesh! Also- is that Gumby shape being continued? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowman30 Posted December 3, 2017 Author Share Posted December 3, 2017 So after starting this thread and having my worries about composite sticks, I'm amazed ?. Don't think I could switch back unless I was desperate. Shooting is still taking a bit to get use to but I have taking some good shots with close to or little feeling from the shot. I picked up a used Lundqvist Bauer Pro department mask today and the seller had a brand new in bag S Pro so I got it too, did help it was orange too..lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted December 3, 2017 Share Posted December 3, 2017 @Snowman30 - pics or it didn’t happen!!! @bunnyman666 - see the image. 2S Pro - Ridge Paddle - P31 ONLY - 25, 26, 27 2S - Current style Paddle - P31 Interemediate - 23” Senior - 25,26,27 What year is your existing stick? Bauer changed the sizing with the 1S NXG 27.5 = 1S 26 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keeperton Posted December 3, 2017 Share Posted December 3, 2017 Are there many opinions on the Sherwood composites? I want to get a composite, but want the traditional shaped paddle and have generally always used Sherwood sticks in the past. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowman30 Posted December 3, 2017 Author Share Posted December 3, 2017 9 hours ago, TheGoalNet said: @Snowman30 - pics or it didn’t happen!!! @bunnyman666 - see the image. 2S Pro - Ridge Paddle - P31 ONLY - 25, 26, 27 2S - Current style Paddle - P31 Interemediate - 23” Senior - 25,26,27 What year is your existing stick? Bauer changed the sizing with the 1S NXG 27.5 = 1S 26 Here you go. The person I got it from told me that this model is based between the 1s and 190s. It combines the best of both with more custom options then the 1s would offer but with alot more durability and cost that teams want. You can see the outer layer on the paddle is something I haven't seen on the 1s or 190s. I will try to get some better pictures up after. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGoalNet Posted December 3, 2017 Share Posted December 3, 2017 Do you have a small food scale too? I would love to see the weight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1C5 Posted December 4, 2017 Share Posted December 4, 2017 On 12/3/2017 at 8:29 AM, TheGoalNet said: Do you have a small food scale too? I would love to see the weight. Yes me too. They say 10% lighter than the 1S... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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