Easton Stealth S17 Hockey Stick

The Puck's Worst Nightmare
David A. Dodson

Anyone who has ever played hockey knows the importance of getting the perfect stick. It's got to be fast, durable and above all else, responsive. All the other equipment is important, but let's face it, without the right stick you're just skating. Nobody gets this better than Easton Hockey. Their sticks didn't become number one in the National Hockey League for nothing, and they plan on keeping up this tradition with their Stealth S17 hockey stick. Utilizing Easton's Micro-Bladder design the Stealth S17's blade focuses strength on the impact zone, thereby increasing balance and control of off center shots.

But don't think that the Stealt S17 is a one trick pony; it also sports a compression molded graphite shaft that is ultra light and surprisingly resilient. Along with the Micro-Bladder technology, the blade of the Stealth S17 features Easton's Multi-Rib blade design. This dual I-beam construction makes for a stronger, more stable blade.

Sounds good on paper, but how is it on the ice? Superb. We tested a right handed Stealth S17 Grip with a 100 flex Iginla blade and were stunned by how light, fast and accurate this stick was. Light and aggressive, the Stealth S17 moved effortlessly across the ice with very little chatter. Striking with the Stealth S17 was also amazingly forgiving thanks to the low kickpoint of the tapered blade. Shots were intuitive and spot on thanks to the incredible load/release of this stick.

Bottom line is if you're looking for a quality stick that will compliment your game no matter what the skill level, then Easton Hockey's Stealth S17 stick is the way to go. Rookies will love the forgiveness while ringers will appreciate the speed and control. Available in Grip and Non Grip, adult flex 100 and in five varying patterns: Sakic, Forsberg, Lidstrom, Iginla and Iginla Jr, for about two hundred and fifty dollars you can pick up a Stealth S17 wherever hockey equipment is sold or online from one of the dealers listed at www.EastonSports.com.