Stick Buying Guide
Our AC sticks are designed for fast-paced, 3D styles of play with excellent pickup.
Our GR sticks with a more traditional composition offer great all-round performance.
New to the sport? Then our GX sticks are ideal for learning the core skills of the game such as passing and control. We know it can be tricky to pick a stick.
What shape, composition or price point? That's why we've created this handy page to help you make the right choice.
With over a century's worth of experience, Grays led the way in composite stick technology with the iconic GX range, and continue to do so with the latest AC and GR ranges.
We have a range of shapes to meet the needs of every kind of player from traditional to modern. A popular choice from grass roots to international hockey.
You are guaranteed incredible performance and service from Grays Hockey.
AC - AEROCORE
AeroCore are the most advanced hockey sticks ever created by Grays Hockey. We set out to develop the best hockey stick in the world, and through a rigorous process of research and development, professional testing and prototypes, the results speak for themselves.
Every element deconstructed. Every part analysed. Every feature innovated.
Thousands of hours of design, engineering, sample production, testing and iteration until we reached our goal. AC sticks use up to 50% less solvents in production process compared to traditional stick manufacturing.
Available in Exclusive shapes -
Jumbow-S | Probow-S | Dynabow-S
The bow is positioned towards the playing head, working in conjuction with the player’s hand position, allowing a much later strike through the swing-arc than previously possible. This means serious head speed through the ball. We’ve incorporated a unique ribbed design which increases grip and feel throughout the handle area, & reduces the harsh vibrations that an increase in power can cause. A flat inner edge on the handle of the Jumbow-S allows instinctive understanding of the playing head position & 100% focus on the ball.
Players around the world try to master the backhand strike. The AC range is helping players do this by delivering the cleanest, most powerful strike around. The new Jumbow-S design goes even further, extending the LBZ and coating it with our tough Durazone surface treatment; giving players an even greater sweet-spot and making strikes faster, harder & more accurate.
24.75 @ 200 mm | AC9 | AC7
Designed for fast paced play specifically aiding 3D skills, drag flicking & aerials. New Apex headshape offers greater reverse-trapping stability & lighter pickup for faster hand speed.
Improved, LBZ (Low Backhand Zone) is more clearly defined than ever before, with a larger surface area stabilising contact between stick & ball - delivering a cleaner strike, more of the time.
24.75 @ 200 mm | AC10 | AC8
Offers exceptional handling & power for all-round performance. New Vertex headshape promotes better ball-carrying position & reinforced rear profile offers improved power when hitting.
Improved LBZ (Low Backhand Zone) is more clearly defined than ever before, with a larger surface area stabilising contact between stick & ball delivering a cleaner strike, more of the time.
24.75 @ 250 mm | AC9 | AC7 | AC6
GR - GRAPHENE
Grays were pioneers of composite stick technology with the iconic GX Collection. The GR Collection is an evolution of this legacy. Graphene is exceptionally strong and light, and has been precisely combined with the highly successful GX composition to forge the GR technology.
A favourite choice amongst our International players with a choice of tried and trusted bow shapes available.
Probow | Jumbow | Dynabow | Midbow | Ultrabow
Engineered for 3D skills. The low bow is excellent for drag flicking and aerials and has an optimal angle for ball carrying.
The straight rear profile allows consistent execution of reverse stick passes and shots.
24.75 @ 200 mm | GR9000 | GR6000
Traditional low bow blade profile designed for drag flicking and aerials. Designed for maximum power.
Includes traditional Maxi head shape for increased power from the head.
24.75 @ 200 mm | GR10000 | GR7000 | GR5000
The Dynabow has a sweeping curve with slim mid-section for quick hand movements. Ideal for all round gameplay.
This shape is particularly popular with our Female International Players.
24.75 @ 250 mm | GR10000 | GR8000 | GR6000 | GR4000
Continuously contoured along the length of the blade.
The rear power groove offers improved torsional stability and the enhanced LBZ provides greater consistency when reverse hitting.
24.75 @ 300 mm | GR8000 | GR5000
The Ultrabow is our straightest profile.
The gradual bow is designed for learning and executing the core skills of the game.
22.00 @ 200 mm | GR9000 | GR7000 | GR5000
GX - COMPOSITE
Grays were at the forefront of the Composite hockey stick revolution with the iconic GX (Grays Xtreme) hockey stick collection.
Over the last decade the GX range has continued to evolve in response to new materials and playing styles.
GX sticks offer a well-balanced level of power and control.
Dynabow | Midbow | Ultrabow
Power - Energy transfer from the stick to the ball, measured by outbound ball velocity and influenced by stick stiffness. The higher the outbound ball velocity, the higher the power rating.
Top sticks for Power > AC10 | AC9 Jumbow-S | GR10000
Control - Energy absorption of the stick when receiving the ball determines the rebound properties, measured by the COF (Coefficient of Friction). The lower the COF, the higher the control rating.
Top sticks for Control > AC7 | GR8000
Speed - Fast-paced 3-D skills require optimum hand speed, governed by a combination of dead weight and balance point; the higher the balance point and the lighter the deadweight, the higher the speed rating.
Top sticks for Speed AC10 | AC9 | AC8
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