Hockey Goalie Sticks

The price of an NHL goalie stick varies depending on its quality and construction. . While there are a variety of brands to choose from with their own specific price points, typically, NHL pro stock goalie sticks can easily cost upwards of $300.

Yes, goalie wax is typically used to improve puck control and preserve the overall longevity of tape.

Goalies use sticks with wider blades to give them a larger blocking surface. With goalie sticks, the lower 25 to 28 inches (64 to 71 centimetres) of the shaft is widened to provide as much blocking surface for saves.

Whether it’s a high-end or lower quality stick, how often goalie sticks break is highly dependent on the frequency and level of play. If you're playing games twice a week and breaking sticks often, it's worth spending a few extra dollars on a higher quality stick since more durable, high-end carbon sticks will easily last a year or more.