Sizes, Flex & Buying Guide Ice Hockey Sticks – - Ishockey-stick Bauer, CCM, Warrior & Instrike

Sizes, Flex & Buying Guide Ice Hockey Sticks –

Ice Hockey Sticks – Sizes, Flex & Buying Guide

Choosing the right ice hockey stick is crucial for comfort, puck control and shot power. Factors like length, Flex, handedness, kick point and curve determine whether a stick suits a player. Popular brands such as Bauer sticks, CCM sticks, Warrior and Sherwood offer a wide range across all Flex and length levels. Find the best selection at Hockeyzentrale and Hockeyoffice.

Stick length

Without skates: Stick to the tip of your nose.
With skates: Stick to your chin.
Rule of thumb: Body height minus approx. 10 cm.
Forwards: Shorter for agile puck handling & quick wrist shots.
Defencemen: Longer for reach & puck control.
Cutting down: Shortening increases Flex rating (stiffer).

Stick Flex (stiffness)

Beginners: Softer Flex (e.g. 30–50) loads more easily.
Advanced/Pros: Stiffer Flex (e.g. 75–112) for maximum power.
Guide: Often around half your body weight (only guidance).
Cutting down: Every inch removed makes the shaft noticeably stiffer.

Handedness – Left or Right?

LH (Left): Left hand at the bottom → left-hand stick.
RH (Right): Right hand at the bottom → right-hand stick.
Tip: Test your natural grip with a broom/stick.

Kick point explained

Low Kick: Bends low; ultra-fast release for wrist/snap shots. Favoured by forwards. Examples: Bauer Vapor, CCM Ribcor, Warrior Covert.
Mid Kick: Balanced & versatile; blend of quickness and power. Examples: Bauer Nexus, CCM Jetspeed, Warrior Novium.
High Kick: Bends higher; maximum energy transfer for slap shots. Favoured by defencemen. Examples: Bauer Supreme, CCM Tacks.

Remember: Lower kick points shoot quicker; higher kick points deliver more power on full swings.

Size table for ice hockey sticks

The overview below helps you choose length and Flex. In Junior and Intermediate sizes, shafts are typically 3–4 inches shorter.

Age group	Height	Weight	Flex	Overall sticklength	Length toheel-curve
Tyke (3–5)	88–116 cm	11–23 kg	30	43"	39–42"
Youth (4–6)	102–124 cm	14–28 kg	35	47"	45"
Youth Tall (5–8)	119–136 cm	16–34 kg	35/40	51"	48"
Junior (7–11)	124–144 cm	36–45 kg	45/47	55/57"	51–53"
Junior (10–13)	132–154 cm	41–50 kg	50/52	55/57"	54–56"
Intermediate (11–14)	132–162 cm	50–59 kg	60	62"	58"
Intermediate (12–15)	136–168 cm	54–64 kg	67	62"	58"
Intermediate (13–16)	145–169 cm	64–73 kg	75	62"	58"
Senior (14+)	165–180 cm	64–72 kg	77	65" (+4" extension possible)	60"
Senior (14+)	167–185 cm	73–86 kg	87	65/69"	60"
Senior (14+)	170–187 cm	80–93 kg	95	65/69"	62"
Senior (14+)	175–190 cm	86–100 kg	102	65/69"	62"
Senior (14+)	190+ cm	100+ kg	112	65/69"	62–64" + extension

Kick points & series – quick overview

Kick point	Typicaluse	Examples (brand/series)
Low Kick	Fastest release, wrist/snap shots	Bauer Vapor, CCM Ribcor, Warrior Covert, Sherwood Rekker
Mid Kick	All-round, balanced, versatile	Bauer Nexus, CCM Jetspeed, Warrior Novium
High Kick	Maximum power for slap shots	Bauer Supreme, CCM Tacks, Sherwood Code

Tip: If unsure, start with Mid Kick (balanced). For very quick wrist shots choose Low Kick; for maximum slap-shot power choose High Kick. More on sizes & curves:

Ice hockey stick FAQ

How do I determine the right stick length?

Without skates, the stick should reach your nose; with skates, your chin. Rule of thumb: body height minus approx. 10 cm. In Junior and Intermediate sizes, shafts are usually 3–4 inches shorter. Forwards prefer shorter Bauer/CCM sticks for handling; defencemen longer Warrior/Sherwood sticks for reach.

How do I choose the right Flex?

Beginners do well with softer Flex (e.g. 30–50) as the shaft loads easily. Advanced/pros use stiffer Flex (75–112) for maximum shot power. Important: Cutting makes it stiffer – every inch less increases stiffness. Wide selection from Bauer, CCM, Warrior & Sherwood at Hockeyzentrale and Hockeyoffice.

Should I buy left- or right-hand?

If your left hand is at the bottom, choose an LH stick. If your right hand is at the bottom, choose an RH stick. Tip: Test your natural stance with a broom. All common Bauer, CCM, Warrior and Sherwood models are available as LH and RH.

Which kick point is right for me?

Low Kick (e.g. Bauer Vapor, CCM Ribcor) gives the fastest release for wrist shots. Mid Kick (e.g. Bauer Nexus, CCM Jetspeed) is the all-round choice. High Kick (e.g. Bauer Supreme, CCM Tacks) offers the most slap-shot power. When in doubt choose Mid Kick – or ask via live chat.

Which curve should I pick?

P92/P29 (all-round, easy lift), P28 (toe curve, quick release), P88 (classic/flatter). For beginners, P92 is often the safest choice. Details & sizes:

Where can I buy sticks at good prices?

Affordable ice hockey sticks from Bauer, CCM, Warrior and Sherwood are available at Hockeyzentrale and Hockeyoffice – with all Flex levels and sizes from Youth through Junior & Intermediate to Senior.

Conclusion: You’ll find the right ice hockey stick when length, Flex, kick point and curve match your style. A wide selection of popular Bauer, CCM, Warrior and Sherwood models is available at great prices at Hockeyzentrale and Hockeyoffice.

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