How to Cut a Goalie Stick

A hockey goalie stick is wider and longer than the standard hockey stick. This extra sizing is needed to help deflect the puck from entering the goal and going past the goalie. Because of the increased stress placed on the goalie stick, many of them have Kevlar or ballistic nylon centers. Cutting a goalie stick down for size is a very straightforward process of sawing down of the shaft. Remember, once cut, you cannot add length back on. Measure twice, think it over, then cut.

Things You'll Need

  • Power saw with vise locks
  • Marker
  • File
  • Shaft cap
  • Glue
  • Stick tape
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Instructions

    • 1

      Select a goalie stick longer than you need. Find your comfort zone on the stick. This is arbitrary and based solely on your preference. However, official hockey rules state the goalie stick must be 3 1/2 inches wide and no more than 15 1/2 inches in length for the blade itself. The shaft length is up to you.

    • 2

      Insert the shaft into the power saw and lock it into the vise. Angle the shaft in the vise so it has a direct 180-degree angle for the cut.

    • 3

      Measure the height you wish the shaft cut. Again, measure twice. Before cutting, make sure this is the precise measurement you wish.

    • 4

      Cut the shaft at the mark. Go quickly to ensure a smooth and clean cut. Kevlar or nylon centers cut even but may have strands of fiber. If fiber strands are present, file them down so they are flush with the cut.

    • 5

      Add glue to the inside of the shaft cap and place it on top of the cut. Push it down onto the stick and let the glue dry (typically six to eight hours). Remove the stick from the vise and wrap stick tape around the cap and down the shaft to your liking or according to your league's rules.