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its allows your stick to bend more when taking a slapshot thus creating a stronger spring motion which shoots it faster then a higher flex stick. better for defensmen is lower flex(not to low or you will brake it.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 13y agoVery much so....it spins the puck more, which means the shot will be hard and fast. Defense players tend to use flatter sticks though
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How would you classify a composite hockey stick from a wood hockey stick?
A composite hockey stick is made from a synthetic material such as carbon fiber and is seen as lighter and to have more flex than a wood hockey stick. The flex of the stick is often rated on the stick and the amount of flex is a preference of the player. Flex can be seen as important because it causes a snapping of the stick during a snap or slap shot which causes the puck to release at a higher velocity. however often the more flex a stick may have the easier it may break.
What does the flex number mean on a composite hockey stick?
It stands for the level of flexibility in the stick there are three types of composite sticks: junior, intermediate, and senior 67 and below is recommended for ages 12 and below 87 and below is recommended for ages 13-16 years anything higher than 90 for anyone above age 16
Why does hockey need flexibility?
Flexibility is important to a hockey stick as it provides an extra flick to the puck when taking a slap shot or snap shot which further provides more speed.
Can a hockey player use the stick to hook or block an opponent's stick during a shot?
Yes. Certain forms of stick-checking are allowed as long as it is not deemed to be hooking.
What is a hockey scoop?
it is when you scoop the puck up onto the blade of your stick, more of a trick-shot type thing.
What hockey stick should you get The Bauer Vapor X6.0 or the Bauer Vapor X60 What are the differences?
I use (and love) the xxxx because it has a lower flex point than most sticks, making it good for wrist shots and slap shot. Not sure what the x60 is good for.
What does the hockey term just wide stick side mean?
"Stick side" is relative to the goalie. If a shot misses the net to the side of the goal that the goalie holds his stick, it is wide stick side. "Just wide" means missing by a small amount.
How are hockey sticks made to shoot?
Well my opinion is that when hockey sticks were first made they pulled a curve onto the stick and now if you want to do a wrist shot or a slapshot all you have to do is curve your hand and shoot.
How would you take a shovel shot in ice hockey?
There is no such thing as a "shovel" shot in hockey. This is a Mike Emrick-created expression that extends from when a player "shovels" or dumps the puck into the offensive zone, so Emrick called it a "shovel shot!" ***The shovel shot is simply using one's stick to push the puck in a desired direction. There is no rolling of the wrist to propel the puck. It is very basic and it is indeed a shot.***
What is an ice hockey shot called that occurs when a player meets a teammate's pass with an immediate slap shot without any attempt to control the puck from his or her stick?
it's referred to traditionally as a 'one-timer'
What is the name of an ice hockey strike?
Their is a slapshot, which is the most powerful shot in hockey. Its speed in the NHL can range from 80-105mph. Wrist shot is when the puck is pulled through he body launching the puck of the stick like a sling shot. A snapshot is also used as a shot, and the wrist literally snap when striking the puck. This is used for quick releases/ Also, passes are used which can look like a "Strike"
Did Lil flip get shot?
Yes.Lil Flip was shot in his lung back in the late 90`s by lil flex because of there beef.lil flex hasn`t been seen since.
