Stick Sizing Basics

Selecting the right hockey stick depends on personal preference, but factors like height, weight, and age also play a role. Sticks come in Senior, Intermediate, Junior, and Youth sizes, each with different shaft dimensions and flex options. Junior and Youth sticks have smaller shaft diameters, making them easier for young players to handle and control.

While sticks can be cut down to adjust for height, choosing one that’s too long or has the wrong flex can negatively impact performance. Junior sticks sometimes vary in length depending on flex, so it's important to compare stick sizes to the player’s height before purchasing.

Understanding Flex

Flex is measured in numbers, which represent the pounds of force needed to bend the stick. A stick that’s too stiff makes shooting difficult, while one that’s too soft reduces shot power. Young players should choose a flex that allows them to fully load the stick for accurate, powerful shots.

Personalizing Stick Length

Stick length is largely a matter of preference, but a good starting point is measuring with shoes off. Place the stick upright with the toe on the ground—for most players, it should reach between the mouth and nose. For kids who are still growing, eye level is the recommended maximum.

When cutting a stick:

• Mark the shaft at the desired height and cut it down.
• Reinsert the end plug to prevent an open composite top.
• Remember: Cutting a stick makes it stiffer—every inch removed increases stiffness by about 3%.

If unsure, start with a small cut, as you can always shorten it further later.

Key Stick Features

Flex Options

• A properly chosen flex allows players to generate power without losing control.
• If a stick is too stiff, shots lack power; if too soft, shots lose accuracy.

Curve Options

• Sticks come in various blade curves to suit different play styles.
• Refer to our blade pattern chart for more details.

Kick Point Options

• Mid-Kick: Flexes in the middle for powerful shots, ideal for slap shots.
• Low-Kick: Flexes near the blade for a quick release, great for wrist and snap shots.

By choosing the right stick length, flex, and kick point, young players can maximize their performance on the ice.

Bauer Sticks are warranted against manufacturing defects for a period of thirty (30) days from the date of sale to the consumer when used as intended under normal use and without alterations. Please note that we require a picture of the serial number in order to process all stick claims. We suggest keeping a record of the serial # with your receipt.

DELIVERY TIMES:

All orders will ship either the same or next business day after the order is placed.  The following are approximate delivery times within Canada:

• BC - next business day
• Alberta - Two business days
• Saskatchewan - Two business days
• Manitoba - Three business days
• Ontario - Five business days
• Quebec - Five business days
• Maritime Provinces - Six business days

The following are approximate delivery times to the United States:

• West - Two to four business days
• Mid West - Four to six business days
• South - Five to seven business days
• North East - Five to seven business days

FREE SHIPPING:

Orders within most areas of Canada and the United States that are greater than $100.00 ship FREE. We offer Estimated shipping rates during our checkout process. Select products online do have oversized charges due to the size and / or weight of the item. Items such as Hockey Nets, Hockey Goalie Leg Pads, Hockey Goalie Chest Protectors, Hockey Sticks, Hockey Wheel Bags and Baseball Nets may be subject to an oversized shipping charge. It is important to note that these oversized charges, as well as shipping to rural areas, are not covered under our Free Shipping offer.

CAN I TRACK MY SHIPMENT?

YES!  We provide you with a Tracking number via email once your order has shipped. 

TAX FREE FOR INTERNATIONAL ORDERS!

That's right, ALL orders placed outside of Canada are TAX FREE! The price you see is the price you pay! *(PLEASE NOTE that this does NOT include shipping or custom fees. You are responsible for any duty or brokerage fees that your country may require you to pay).

If I want to return an item purchased online for a refund, what is the process?

Unfortunately, due to the high cost of shipping in Canada, we are not able to cover the return shipping cost of your order (unless we shipped something to you in error) – you will be required to prepay for this cost. For a return, please contact us for a Return Authorization number.

Additionally, if you received “free” shipping on your order, your refund will be the original order amount less our cost to ship the order to you. Example:

A customer purchases $100 worth of product and receives “free” shipping (which cost us $15 to ship). If this customer wants to return the product for a refund, they will receive $100 - $15 = $85.
Please also note that if you received free shipping on your order, it is only available once. If you need to return an item and replace it with something different, you will be required to cover the re-shipping charges. One free freight per order.