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Please read
these notes carefully as the life of your stick
will depend on how well it is looked after.
Due to the changing nature of the game and the increase in the number
of games being played on sand filled artificial turf pitches, the care
of a stick by its owner has never been more important. Major brand hockey
manufacturers guarantee their sticks to withstand normal usage and provide
good value for money, bearing in mind that all sticks will develop some
degree of wear and that the customer will make reasonable efforts to correctly
care for and maintain their sticks.
STICK WEAR - All sticks wear, whether composite or wooden, but
composite sticks must be especially looked after. To prolong the life
of any stick, we recommend you use Stick Magic. This when used
correctly & regularly will reduce wear.
STORAGE - After a game or training session it is vital that the
stick is left to dry naturally - i.e. standing head down, at room
temperature away from any unnatural heat source. If the stick is stored
in a hot dry place the wood is likely to become dry and brittle and more
prone to splitting. Wet or damp sticks must not be left in a stickbag
or car boot etc. as this damages the wood causing flaking, particularly
to laminated sticks.
TAPING - To prevent chipping of the shaft, we recommend you apply
a shrink wrap or tape the lower 4'' to 5'' with cloth tape. This
firstly reduces the damage caused by stick clashes & secondly helps
cushion the ball on receiving & thus improves control.
OILING - It is easier to over oil than under oil your stick. It
is important not to over oil hockey sticks because this softens
the wood and adds weight. Sticks should be oiled infrequently or not at
all depending on use.
GRIPS - Grips are an important part to your game. A quality grip
helps your hitting and reduces shock through the stick. High grade PU
grips are less durable than cheaper, harder grips, but help improve performance.
If these guidelines are followed and you look after your stick, then
there is no reason not to get good durability from it. If they are
not, then there really is no comeback.
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