Lacrosse shafts have got to be the hardest product to buy. For an attack player, there’s about 100 to choose from. And it’s not like you can ignore half of them because they’re no good. There are at least 100 top quality shafts to pick from, and each one deserves consideration.
Whether you have broken your shaft, or just want to upgrade it really doesn’t make a difference. You’ll sit there, like me and scratch your head. What’s the difference between the Brine Scandium and the STX Titanium? Oh, and there’s a Warrior Titanium/Aluminium alloy, what’s up with that? Hey, there’s a composite too. What’s a composite? Oh my god, someone help me!
Tuesday, 18 February 2014
Tuesday, 11 February 2014
Buying new lacrosse gloves
The palms of my lacrosse gloves fell apart today. You know how it goes, you're driving on your right, you come back on the left and crank up for a shot, only for you to just lose a bit of grip on your stick and the shot goes wide.
My gloves are a little old, shall we say. Eight years old to be exact. They're not the ones with the mesh palms. These are the part leather; part god knows what other fabric. Whatever else was there is gone now. My fingers fit so perfectly as well, it's going to be hard changing to a new pair. But I'm sure I won't miss the bruised knuckles from where the paddings packed out and the defenders always seem to hit.
My gloves are a little old, shall we say. Eight years old to be exact. They're not the ones with the mesh palms. These are the part leather; part god knows what other fabric. Whatever else was there is gone now. My fingers fit so perfectly as well, it's going to be hard changing to a new pair. But I'm sure I won't miss the bruised knuckles from where the paddings packed out and the defenders always seem to hit.
Tuesday, 4 February 2014
Buying new lacrosse shoulder pads
For the past few month's I'd been debating whether to purchase a set of lacrosse shoulder pads. It hadn’t been a problem playing without them. In fact the extra movement was great. No restrictive straps around my chest and arms. But I copped the biggest hit on the weekend and now I'm in the market!
Like I said, the unrestricted movement you get while not wearing them is great. But my collar bone was sore for about a week. I missed all the next weeks training and barely pulled up for the following game. I borrowed an old set of shoulder pads from a team mate and that got me through the game.
Like I said, the unrestricted movement you get while not wearing them is great. But my collar bone was sore for about a week. I missed all the next weeks training and barely pulled up for the following game. I borrowed an old set of shoulder pads from a team mate and that got me through the game.
Tuesday, 28 January 2014
Buying a new lacrosse helmet
Buying a lacrosse helmet is one of the biggest purchases you’ll make as a lacrosse player. Not only because of the cost, but because of the importance of cranium safety. I don’t know about you, but I like having my head working and attached to my shoulders!
You’d think with the importance of a helmet playing lacrosse, there’d be a plethora of options available. Not true. The last time I checked, there are more varieties of rid pads than helmets. As a side note, what are rib pads for anyway?
You’d think with the importance of a helmet playing lacrosse, there’d be a plethora of options available. Not true. The last time I checked, there are more varieties of rid pads than helmets. As a side note, what are rib pads for anyway?
Tuesday, 21 January 2014
Buying a new lacrosse chest pad
It’s a common thing said about lacrosse goal keepers, they’re all a bit crazy. Who in their right mind would stand in front of a net while people throw rocks at them at around 150mph? It’s madness! It takes a certain breed of person to stand in the cage. They are a breed unto themselves.
Our club keeper told us he’s going to get a new lacrosse chest pad a while back. That sort of statement is just asking for trouble! One of the guys quipped “Why bother, the ball never hits you anyway!” Another “It’ll just get in the way when you get the ball out of the cage!” This went on for the rest of the session.
Our club keeper told us he’s going to get a new lacrosse chest pad a while back. That sort of statement is just asking for trouble! One of the guys quipped “Why bother, the ball never hits you anyway!” Another “It’ll just get in the way when you get the ball out of the cage!” This went on for the rest of the session.
Monday, 25 March 2013
Lacrosse glove review: Warrior Riot
The Warrior Riot lacrosse gloves (click here for the review) are possibly the very first pair of gloves with switchable cuffs for instant alteration. They include two pairs of cuffs. For the super fit, the gloves showcase an innovative fitted style which is snug.
If you want a significantly better hold of your shaft that seems natural, the single-layered palms truly assist with this. They are highly recommended for attack, midfield, goalie and defense players. The gloves are offered in the standard sizes of 12" and 13".
If you want a significantly better hold of your shaft that seems natural, the single-layered palms truly assist with this. They are highly recommended for attack, midfield, goalie and defense players. The gloves are offered in the standard sizes of 12" and 13".
Monday, 21 January 2013
Lacrosse glove review: Brine Superlight
Proudly promoted as being the least heavy gloves within the Brine group, the Brine King Superlight lacrosse gloves weigh in at only 6oz. They're the 1st glove in the Superlight selection where a remarkable level of weight has been taken away by the usage of high-tech elements during the manufacturing methods.
They include a dual fabric build of quality leather and high grade nylon knit ensuring longer wear and stronger protection. They also have superb back hand venting and twin density foam that makes these a castle for your hands. This new palm design allows improved breath-ability, mobility and flexibility. The floating cuff helps to decrease odor and help you to tailor its placement with its flexible style. The gloves is available in 12" and 13" sizes and are perfect for all positions.
They include a dual fabric build of quality leather and high grade nylon knit ensuring longer wear and stronger protection. They also have superb back hand venting and twin density foam that makes these a castle for your hands. This new palm design allows improved breath-ability, mobility and flexibility. The floating cuff helps to decrease odor and help you to tailor its placement with its flexible style. The gloves is available in 12" and 13" sizes and are perfect for all positions.
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