How to Make Hockey Sticks

When making a hockey stick, the materials used will determine which specific types of tools are needed. Hockey sticks are made out of numerous materials, each providing their own advantages and disadvantages. In addition, the type of hockey played will help to determine which material is best. Ice, roller and street hockey use sticks of similar size and shape, though the material will be different. Field hockey sticks differ in size and shape. Professional hockey sticks are custom made. The length, weight, shaft size, blade size and blade curve are all measured specifically to the player's specifications. The following are instructions on how to make a wooden hockey stick.

Things You'll Need

  • Poplar wood
  • Birch wood
  • Fiberglass
  • Fiberglass cloth
  • Wood saws
  • Ruler
  • Sandpaper
  • Blowtorch
  • Paint
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Instructions

    • 1

      Glue and press two thin pieces of birch wood onto a thicker piece of poplar. The customizations are determined by the creator based on the player's specifications.

    • 2

      Cut the wood to the desired width and length of the shaft.

    • 3

      Sand the shaft.

    • 4

      Glue thin strips of carbon-reinforced fiberglass to the shaft using epoxy resin. Allow the resin to dry and harden.

    • 5

      Sand or saw the edges of the shaft until they are smooth and rounded.

    • 6

      Cut a thin line in the middle of the end of the stick. The width and the depth will be determined by the choice of blade.

    • 7

      Glue the blade into the stick shaft. Allow the glue to dry.

    • 8

      Sand the blade to desired size.

    • 9

      Steam the blade and then heat with a blowtorch. Apply pressure to the blade until the desired curve is achieved.

    • 10

      Sand the blade down to the desired thickness.

    • 11

      Soak fiberglass cloth in epoxy resin. Place cloth over the blade, smooth out and remove any air bubbles.

    • 12

      Heat the cloth and allow at least 24 hours to dry.

    • 13

      Cut the excess cloth off. Sand the blade smooth.

    • 14

      Dip the blade in epoxy resin. Allow the resin to dry.

    • 15

      Paint the stick if desired.