Maverik Optik 3.0 Head
Maverik Optik 3.0 Lacrosse Head
The Maverik Optik 3.0 Lacrosse Head enhances its predecessors as a high-performance option for offensive players. It features an increased offset for a deeper pocket, a shortened throat for better top-hand feel, and a dual-strut sidewall for stiffness and reduced weight. With 20 sidewall holes, it allows for customizable stringing to suit individual preferences.
Key features include:
| • | XRAIL Technology for distributing stress to the opposite rail creating a lightweight and stiff design. |
| • | Tension Lock enables stringers to locate a defined shooting channel for increased accuracy. |
| • | Duratough Material increases stiffness and provides consistency in all weather conditions. |
| • | Optimal release points increase control with added hold and have extreme energy offset when shooting. |
Top Competitors
The Optik prioritizes pure power, boasting a deep pocket and a wide face shape ideal for powerful shots, tight holds for aggressive dodges, and maintaining possession in the attacking zone. The STX Surgeon 900 takes a more traditional approach with a medium-depth pocket and a balanced face shape, offering versatility for strong throws, accurate passing, and decent ground ball pick-up. However, the Surgeon also allows for greater customization to match individual preferences. The StringKing Mark 2A, designed specifically for left-handed players, features a similar deep pocket but with a stiffer construction, prioritizing power and hold for forceful shots and dominant offensive plays.
Progression of the Maverik Optik 3.0
The Maverik Optik lacrosse head series features three models: Optik, Optik 2.0, and Optik 3.0. Here's a breakdown of their progression:
- Level 2 bottom rail designed for a low-mid pocket.
- Weighing in at 4.5oz, the Optik’s 2-Strut design is built for speed.
- Focused on offensive players, improving control, accuracy, and power.
- Tighter face shape.
- Tension Lock technology for a more defined channel.
- X-Rail technology for increased stiffness and durability.
- Emphasizes performance and a modern feel while maintaining the core strengths of the previous models.
- Wider face shape for improved scooping and channeling.
- Lighter weight construction for increased agility.
- Updated pocket design for optimal hold and release.
| 👍 Pros |
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| Best head out there for crease attackmen. Pinpoint feeding and control. |
| Perfect head for dropping dimes. |
| Ultra-light, with lots of flexibility for stringers. |
| 👎 Cons |
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| Shorter throat is wasted on defensemen -- great head, but for the right player. |
| Heavier than the Optik 2.0. |
| Great head, but if you prefer a high pocket check out the Kinetik or Mirage. |
Building off the previous 2 generations, this head is the most advanced model of Maverik’s offensive heads. It has a shorter throat on the head, which reduces the distance between the player's top hand and the ball so you have more control. This head was designed with the inside finisher in mind, with an increased feel and face shape for passing and shooting. With 20 sidewall holes, this head allows you to string the head any way you like.
Allen Melick
