Hockey Stick Blades
While you may know most hockey stick blades are made with wood, did you know the wood of choice is ash? Pure ash wood is used because ash is one of the cheapest woods available at this time that provides the necessary properties expected in a blade. Typically, one block of ash is used to create up to thirteen replacement blades. The curve of the blade provides the amount of lift and spin you can put on the puck. Blades with smaller curves provide you with better shot control and a lower trajectory; they also make it easier for you to pass and shoot backhanded. Beginning hockey players benefit most from blades with small curves. As players improve their stick handling and puck control, blades with different curves will provide more shot possibilities. Price Ranges for Hockey Stick Blades
As with most items you purchase, price and quality go hand in hand when purchasing hockey sticks and stick blades. Just because you can buy a replacement blade for under $4 does not mean you should! For a low-cost stick blade, we suggest you consider spending around $20. Mid-level hockey stick blades are priced around $20 to $40. You can purchase a high quality stick blade priced from $40 to $55, to provide the performance you need for highly competitive play. At Hockey Empire, we can provide you with the stick blades you need online at hockeyempire.com. For more information, you can send an e-mail to Hockeyempire@Hockeyempire.com or phone 1-888-752-8305.
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