P88 curve

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If you play hockey left-handed, you hold your stick with your left hand closer to the blade. Your right hand is higher on the stick or toward the butt-end of the stick. In that case, you want a blade with a left-hand curve. If you're right-handed, your right hand is lower on the stick, and you want a blade with a right-hand curve. The second thing you need to know about hockey stick curves also called hockey stick patterns is that the curve of your blade affects your ability to handle the puck and to shoot accurately. There are two types of curves to a stick blade available today, mid curves and toe curves. Mid curves are more versatile than toe curves.

P88 curve

Since Professional players have the luxury of designing their own custom curve, a "Pro Curve" simply refers to a custom curve that has been developed by a professional player. In other words, a Pro Curve is the actual curve that a professional player is using in games. Did you know that the "Kane" curve retail P88 is not what that player actually uses in games? Just look at any photo of him in a game since and you will see his blade shape is completely different than the retail P88 his actual curve has a square toe. So then why is that curve called the "Kane"? See the next section on retail curves. A "retail curve" refers to the limited options that are commonly sold in stores. Like we mentioned in the pro curve section above, those 3 players never actually used that curve that is named after them in stores. The big brands will sign players to endorsement deals and then assign one of their stock "retail" curve options to each player. For example look at the naming history of the P92, it was the "Backstrom" and then the "Ovechkin" but both of those players use custom "pro curves" that are completely different from the P Curve Tools. Gift Cards. Create account.

It may be hard to lift pucks when you are close in towards the net.

Here you will find my pattern database. It is a comparison of the most popular curves. You can find your favorite curve and see what the equivalent is in other brands and some pros and cons. Check out the Curve Comparison Chart for more. For the sake of consistency, the names of the curves I used will be Bauer.

Searching for a hockey stick that feels right is not always easy. You want something that is lightweight, just the right flex, and most importantly the best curve for your style of play. The P88 hockey stick curve is one that I have used in the past and it definitely has its pros on the ice. The P88 hockey stick curve is good for low shots, backhand passing, and catching hard passes due to its slight middle curve. The P88 has a very small open face, the heel to the middle of the blade is pretty straight, but from the middle to the toe it just slightly opens up. The P88 curve is great for all players, being a less opened-face curve it gives you a strong backhander and a nice low slap shot.

P88 curve

Have you ever had a hockey stick that for some reason just felt right? Gave you harder shots, better accuracy, and increased control which made you attack the game with a new type of confidence? This is where people often get frustrated, when the make or curve is no longer available or the NHL player associated with the pattern is retired, etc. Or in Ovechkin's case, the player switched brands and curve. For an even more in-depth look at each of our blade patterns, click HERE.

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The Bauer P02 heel curve is not listed. I know that feeling! Feel free to email me about it. I have good accuracy with my shot, sometimes goes a bit low, but generally pick the corners. Great for passing and backhanding and catching passes with ease. Sign In Sign Up. According to most of the curve charts, p88 is deeper and more accurate, but a lot of people say toe curves are the most accurate. I know that the p28 is easier to lift the puck and is for snap shots, but how are slap shots and one timers? It is great for toe drags and shooting off the toe. My son just got a Graf curve.

The hockey stick is one of the most important pieces of equipment for a hockey player. Overall, the curve you choose as a player influences how and where you shoot, pass, and control the puck. In this guide, I start by adding a full hockey stick curve comparison table, then list every hockey stick curve individually going into detail about each type of curve.

But the big open heel curve or the closed toe curve and everything in between can be great shooter's curve. Most companies still use names on the shaft, but they are completely arbitrary. If your shots take time you can really get a lot of speed off your blade. Puck control. Existing user? Do you play with a ball? Try a Warrior W Yes they did discontinue it. That curve is one of the most popular curves across all brands. Yes I do have experience with the W Did you know that the "Kane" curve retail P88 is not what that player actually uses in games? Ice Hockey Equipment. On Bauers website you can order a retail custom stick with that curve, or pro custom where you can customize other things, not just the curve. Like we mentioned in the pro curve section above, those 3 players never actually used that curve that is named after them in stores. With the acquisition of Reebok, CCM has been pretty confusing with their curves.