Overview
Playing Style
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Power-Focused Playing Style
This style suits players who thrive on generation strong, top end speed through longer and forceful strides. They come with a stiffer boot that efficiently transfers energy into the rink for maximum power with every stride.Acceleration-Focused Playing Style
For players who rely on quick bursts of speed and agile movements to dominate the game, this type of skate is ideal. These offer a moderately stiff boot that balances support with mobility. These these skates, you can swiftly change direction, make sudden moves and accelerate rapidly.
Fit Profile
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If multiple categories are selected, it indicates the skate is available in or can be molded to different fit profiles.
Low Profile Fit
Narrow forefoot, narrow heel pocket, shallow instep depth and low overall volume.
Medium Profile Fit
Medium forefoot, medium heel pocket, medium instep depth and medium overall volume.
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High Volume Fit
Wide forefoot, wide heel pocket, deep instep depth and high overall volume.
Level of Play Definitions
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If multiple categories are selected, it indicates the skate is suitable for multiple levels of play.
Recreational-Level Skates
Built for the new-to-hockey player or casual skaters that are looking for an affordable option. These are great starter skates, especially for youth players.
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Designed for players who are confident in their skating stride and are ready to take their performance to the next level. These players are on the rink 1-2 times a week playing mid-to-high level hockey.
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Engineered for the best performance, protection, durability and comfort. These players are usually on the rink three times or more a week and are playing high-level hockey.
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Cut Protection Level
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This is the general level of protection against cuts.
- Minimum: Basic protection suitable for competitive play
- Standard: Balanced protection for intense gameplay. Protects against more severe cuts.
- Maximum: Highest level of cut resistance for elite gameplay. Ideal for competitive adult hockey and designed for the biggest and fastest players.
ANSI Rated Cut Level
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Measures the actual cut resistance of materials based on the ANSI/ISEA 105 standard.
ANSI Level Description Grams of Force N/A No specific cut resistance rating provided by the manufacturer. N/A A1 Minimal protection; withstands light cuts. 200-499 A2 Lower-level protection; resists slightly heavier cuts. 500-999 A3 Low-level protection; suitable for competitive play. 1,000-1,499 A4 Standard protection; defends against significant cuts. 1,500-2,199 A5 Elevated protection for intense play. 2,200-2,999 A6 Extra protection for faster, higher-impact play. 3,000-3,999 A7 Ultra-high protection. 4,000-4,999 A8 Premium protection for all levels of play and ages. 5,000-5,999 A9 Top-tier cut resistance for ultimate protection. 6,000+
Certifications
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Indicates compliance with safety standards and regulations for hockey gear.
- USA Hockey: Approved for play under USA Hockey regulations. Ensures gear meets safety standards for organized play in the United States.
- BNQ: Certified by the Bureau de Normalisation du Quebec for cut-resistant hockey gear. Required for players in Canadian Minor Hockey leagues to ensure on-ice safety.
- CE: Meets European safety standards for protective equipment. Designed for compliance with regulations across European leagues and recreational play.
The Sher-Wood 9950 Goal sticks offer a traditional wood feel with new updated paint and graphics.
The 9950 goal stick from Sher-Wood is going to incorporate all of the features of the 5030 goal stick with a few additions to increase the durability and stiffness. In the shaft of this stick Sher-Wood uses a double birch lamination, seen in the 5030, providing a more responsive feel with the stick. The paddle is injected polyurethane foam covered with fiberglass and carbon fiber. This layering process gives the Sherwood 9950 goalie stick increased durability and stiffness providing a great feel.
The 9950 goalie stick uses an extremely lightweight design that is comparable in weight to other brands composite goalie sticks.
- Model Year: 2012
- Model Number: SW001009
- Heritage:
- Level of Player: (Senior)
- Roller: Up to Professional
- Ice: Up to Professional
- Sizing Guidelines:
- Regular = Stick used in the Right hand
- Full Right = Stick used in the Left hand
Specifications
- Construction:
- Aspen core covered with a double birch lamination and reinforced with vertical fiberglass and carbon fiber
- Shaft:
- Straight walls with rounded corners
- Paddle:
- Injected polyurethane foam covered with fiberglass and carbon fiber
- Ultimate shock absorption and stiffness
- Blade:
- Injected polyurethane foam
- Great shock absorption and superior feeling of the puck
- Rounded heel for shooting and puck handling
- Grip:
- Traditional painted wood feel
- Weight:
- 885 Grams (Based on 26" paddle)
- Curve / Type / Face / Color:
- PP30 Brodeur / Left 25" / Left and Right 26" / Left 27" / Heel Curve / Slightly Open / Black/White/Silver
- PP33 Leclaire / Left 25" / Left and Right 26" / Left 27"
- PP41 / Left 25" / Left and Right 26" / Left and Right 27"
- PP41 LE Left 26" only
- Paddle Sizing Guidelines:
- Sher-Wood Measurement = Universal Measurement
- 25" = 26.25"
- 26" = 27.25"
- 27.5" = 28.75"
- Universal Measurement is taken from the top of the handle to the first point of contact with the playing surface (heel).
Previous Feedback
Comments: The 9950 is the gold standard for durability in goalie sticks. After experimenting with a few composites and cheaper wooden sticks, I finally ponied up and purchased a pair of 9950s. They've taken shots to the shaft on multiple occasions - some hard ones that snapped previous sticks and are holding up strong. The tips and elbows are holding strong as well. I'm looking forward to trying out the new Sherwood SL700 for comparison, but the 9950 is my new fallback.
From: Gerry