2007-03-11 18:27:17 · 6 answers · asked by starsfan 2 in Sports ➔ Hockey
I heard it gives more power and accuracy, would I actually be able to tell the diference.
2007-03-11 18:53:43 · update #1
i agree with the previous user. i tend to get a better lift on my wrist shot... but its never made a miraculous change in the dynamic of play. if you're the Ryan Smith type.. it might help the angle on your redirects.. i've gotten some pretty neat results in the tip ins with the curve (when the puck low)
all in all though i feel like my stick handling may have suffered... i find myself having to flex hard to pass and that can alter my game b/c i pride myself on pass accuracy... but obviously i need to send it quick to beat the goalie... it's a telling move to the goalie as well when i pass on the forehand.. i find myself trying to force a shot more... b/c the goalies can read a pass if they know what to look for..
my next stick will have only slight curve... at which point i will dominate.
2007-03-15 21:10:08 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Toe curves are actually very popular with European players. In their case, a flat paddle allows for optimal stick handling ease while the curved toe puts zip on snap shots.
Whether or not such a blade geometry would help your game is largely dependant on what your shooting mechanics are (blade contact/release points) and what pattern you currently use or are comfortable with.
For example, if you use a heel curve and are comfortable shooting with it, switching to a toe curve will be quite an adjustment to make. On the other hand, if you already use a toe curve and are looking to experiment with a more pronounced tip, the experiment could easily prove worthwhile.
2007-03-12 02:16:58 · answer #2 · answered by zapcity29 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I just recently bought a Gaborik stick with a huge toe curve. As far as wrist and snap shots, yeah, it will help. It also seems to launch the puck more. It is mostly a European sniper style blade, so it really depends on what kind of game you play. It may help improve your shot a little bit, but you should go with a curve you feel comfortable with. Wicked toe curves just mean you have a stick with wicked toe curve.
2007-03-12 15:50:58 · answer #3 · answered by oni_link_04 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I've been a hockey player for around 8 years now and all that I've found from using sticks that have more curve to them is that your shots tend to go higher. my accuracy and power did not increase in any noticeable way.
2007-03-12 16:03:04 · answer #4 · answered by seldogg10 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depends what you want it to help you WITH. GENERALLY, it will help you shoot a harder Forehand (especially a slapshot), but your backhand and stickhandling may suffer.
It's often helpful to go where they sell sticks, and see what kinds of curves the various players play with.
2007-03-12 02:02:04 · answer #5 · answered by clueless_nerd 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Help what? Help you skate faster? Maybe.
2007-03-12 01:48:40 · answer #6 · answered by kenny_scarface 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋