How to Care for a Street Hockey Blade

Street hockey players typically use street hockey sticks. Street hockey sticks look very similar to ice hockey sticks, but are actually a bit shorter than their ice hockey counterparts and have a high-impact blade designed to withstand the constant friction with the rough concrete or asphalt ground. Although the blades are designed to be tougher, they are still susceptible to damage from constant contact with the harsh ground.

Things You'll Need

  • Soft cloth
  • Epoxy cement
  • Tape
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Instructions

    • 1

      Wipe the blade of the hockey stick with a soft cloth to remove dirt and moisture.

    • 2

      Repair all deep scratches in the blade with epoxy cement. Mix the epoxy cement, according to the instructions, then fill the scratches in the blade using the included applicator. Wipe away all excess epoxy. Allow it to dry.

    • 3

      Purchase automotive touch-up paint from an auto supply store that matches your blade. This is purely for cosmetic purposes and won't help maintain the integrity of the blade. Use the applicator to apply the paint to the surface of the blade and other parts of the stick. Allow it to dry.

    • 4

      Wrap cloth tape vertically around the width of the hockey stick blade. Start the tape at the heel (back, closest to the stick's shaft) of the blade and move downward toward the toe. Overlap the previous 1/4 inch layer with the next layer as you work your way down.

    • 5

      Smooth the tape on the blade with your hand to ensure it's perfectly flat.

    • 6

      Wipe the tape covering the blade with a soft cloth to remove dirt and moisture after each use.

    • 7

      Store the hockey stick away from any heat source. Don't use heat to dry the epoxy cement or any water used to clean the blade.