Three Key Characteristics of Curves To Consider

Curve Type

Heel Curve – Increase in wrist shot power at the cost of accuracy.  Puck cradles at the heel of the blade.

Mid Curve – Balanced curve for slap, snap, and wrist shots.  Puck cradles at the center of the blade.

Toe Curve – Increase in snap shot release speed at the cost of backhand control.  Puck cradles at the toe of the blade.

Curve Degree

Deep Curve – Increase in control and power on the forehand at the cost of control and power on the backhand.

Moderate Curve – Balanced power and control between the forehand and backhand.

Shallow Curve – Increase in control and power on the backhand at the cost of control and power on the forehand.

Face Angle

Open Face – Increased lift at the cost of forehand puck protection.

Closed Face – Increased forehand puck protection at the cost of lift.

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How to Choose a Flex

Generally, a player should choose his flex based on his weight.  here are some parameters we think works best:

Regular Flex (80) – 150lbs – 180lbs

Stiff Flex (90) – 180lbs – 210lbs

Extra Stiff Flex (100) – 210lbs+

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