FAQ

The Pro All Black V1 is an entirely black hockey stick with a minimalist design that showcases the visible carbon of the stick. It was designed to offer excellent performance, good lightness, and great value for money for players looking for a high-performing and affordable stick.

The Pro All Black V2 is an improved and more high-end version of the V1. It features a premium design with holographic details, a slightly reduced weight, and new advanced materials such as Boron, TI Carbon, TORAY 1200 Carbon, and 24K Carbon to improve the stick's performance, responsiveness, and durability.

The Pro All Black V2 also integrates three advanced technologies:

1. UltraMatrix™ Carbon: High-performance carbon construction designed to provide explosive power and excellent lightness.
   
   
2. BoronShield™: Boron-reinforced technology to improve the stick's strength and durability.
   
   
3. TitanCore™ Blade: Titanium-reinforced blade offering better strength, improved puck control, and an enhanced feel on the ice.

These technological improvements and premium materials explain why the Pro All Black V2 is positioned as a more advanced and high-performing model.

Both the in-stock Pro All Black V1 and the custom Pro All Black V1 use the same high-performance stick base.

The main difference is that the in-stock model is ready for quick shipping, typically within 1 to 3 business days, with more standard flex and curve options.

The custom Pro All Black V1, on the other hand, is custom-made to order with a production lead time of approximately 40 to 60 days. This version allows for complete customization of the stick according to player preferences.

Customizable options include:

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  Flex
  
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  Curve
  
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  Grip
  
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  Color
  
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  Kick point
  
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  Length
  
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  Several other technical characteristics of the stick
  

This option allows players to get a stick fully adapted to their playing style and personal preferences.

Yes. Pro All Black V1 and Pro All Black V2 hockey sticks are covered by a 30-day warranty.

To make a warranty claim, you usually need to provide:

1. A clear photo of the break
   
2. A photo of the serial number visible on the stick
   

The warranty covers certain eligible defects according to applicable conditions.

WARRANTY POLICY:

Some people think that the higher price of the Pro All Black V2 is only due to the holographic design, but the main difference comes from the materials and technologies added inside the stick.

The Pro All Black V2 uses more advanced materials such as:

• 24K Carbon
  
• TI Carbon
  
• Boron
  
• A titanium-reinforced blade
  

These materials improve the stick's lightness, responsiveness, feel, and durability.

The Pro All Black V2 also integrates three advanced technologies:

1. UltraMatrix™ Carbon: High-performance carbon construction designed to offer excellent lightness and improved explosiveness.
   
   
2. BoronShield™: Boron-reinforced technology to improve the stick's resistance and durability during intensive play.
   
   
3. TitanCore™ Blade: Titanium-reinforced blade offering improved solidity, better puck feel, and better control on the ice.

The Pro All Black V2 also has a slightly reduced weight compared to the V1 to offer a lighter and more responsive feel during play.

All these improvements explain why the Pro All Black V2 is positioned as a more premium and higher-performing model.

Even if two hockey sticks are all black and look visually similar, this doesn't mean they use the same materials, technologies, or level of manufacturing.

Several elements can make a big difference in a stick's performance and quality:

• Stick weight
  
• Type of carbon used
  
• Internal materials
  
• Integrated technologies
  
• Manufacturing quality
  
• Feel and durability
• Warranty availability
  

For example, some less expensive sticks use more standard carbons like UD, 8K, or 12K, while LabSports sticks primarily use 24K carbon along with some 18K carbon to offer better lightness, reactivity, and a more premium feel.

LabSports sticks also utilize various advanced technologies designed to improve the stick's performance, control, and durability. It is therefore important to compare much more than just the stick's external appearance.

Yes. LabSports hockey equipment is designed to offer an excellent balance of performance, durability, and value for players of all levels.

LabSports develops various hockey equipment including hockey sticks, accessories, and products designed to improve players' on-ice performance.

Yes. LabSports hockey sticks are designed with advanced composite materials to offer excellent lightness, improved control, and a quick release.

PRO ALL BLACK V1:
SR: 375g
INT: 365g
JR: 310g
YTH: 280g
Goalie: 600g

PRO ALL BLACK V2:
SR: 370g
INT: 360g
JR: 300g
YTH: 280g
Goalie: 600g

A low kick stick promotes a quick release and explosive shots, while a mid kick stick generally offers more power and stability for heavier shots.

No. The custom name tags on LabSports hockey sticks are not simple stickers.

The name is integrated directly into the stick’s design with a custom font and a protective clear coat finish to provide a much cleaner and more premium look.

This results in a finish similar to pro stock sticks and major brands used by many high-level players. The name tag is therefore much more durable, aesthetic, and professional than a simple sticker.

The choice of a stick mainly depends on the player's flex, weight, curve, kick point, size, and playing style. LabSports offers several configurations adapted to different needs.

Shipping for LabSports hockey sticks costs $19.99 anywhere in Canada.

Shipping is calculated per box rather than per stick. A box can hold approximately up to 8 hockey sticks, which means that the shipping cost generally remains the same whether you buy 1 stick or several sticks in the same order.

This provides a more advantageous shipping option for multiple orders, teams, and group purchases.

Yes. LabSports offers several categories of sticks to suit different age groups and skill levels:

• Senior
  
• Intermediate
  
• Junior
  
• Goalkeeper

LabSports hockey sticks are available with several flex options to suit different skill levels, categories, and playing styles.

Available flexes include:

• 20
  
• 30
  
• 40
  
• 50
  
• 55
  
• 65
  
• 70
  
• 77
  
• 87
  
• 95
  

These different options allow players to choose a stick that matches their strength, height, and shooting style. A lower flex generally favors a quick release, while a higher flex offers more power and stability.

LabSports offers various popular curves designed to suit multiple playing styles and player preferences.

Available curves include:

• P28 Junior
• P92 Junior
• P28M (Intermediate and Senior)
• P90TM (Intermediate and Senior)
• P92M (Intermediate and Senior)

Some curves favor quick shots and easy lifts, while others offer more control, precision, and versatility depending on the desired playing style.

The “M” generally stands for “Max Height” (maximum blade height).

Curves like P28M and P92M retain the same curve shape as the standard P28 and P92 versions, but with a slightly taller blade to offer more contact surface with the puck.

This extra height can help certain players to:

• Improve puck control
  
• Facilitate passing and receiving
  
• Offer more stability along the boards
  
• Provide a better overall feel on the ice
  

"M" curves are particularly popular among many competitive players looking for more control and versatility.

Yes, absolutely. LabSports hockey sticks can be used for DEK hockey with an orange ball.

Additionally, our MaxBlade blades can greatly assist DEK hockey players due to their higher blade offering a larger contact surface with the ball. This can help better control the ball, especially during rebounds or deflections during play.

The different types of carbon used in hockey sticks primarily influence the stick's lightness, responsiveness, feel, and durability.

• UD (Uni-Directional): Carbon oriented in a single direction offering good stiffness, but generally less high-end in terms of feel and visual finish.

• 8K and 12K: More standard woven carbons often used in more accessible sticks. They offer good resistance but are generally less lightweight, less responsive, and less performant than more advanced carbons.

• 18K: More advanced carbon offering an excellent combination of lightness, durability, and performance. It provides a better feel and improved responsiveness.

• 24K: High-end carbon for an even lighter, more responsive, and higher-performing stick with a more premium feel.

At LabSports, we primarily use 24K carbon along with some 18K carbon to offer an excellent balance of lightness, performance, feel, and durability.

Yes. LabSports hockey sticks are true one-piece sticks.

This means that the shaft and the blade are designed as a single piece to offer better responsiveness, better puck feel, and better energy transfer during shots and passes.

Yes. All LabSports hockey sticks have grip.

Our sticks feature a "tactile" grip designed to provide excellent handling and enhanced control during play. This type of grip is also one of the most popular in the pro stock world and among many high-level players due to its comfortable feel, precise control, and good adhesion during shots, passes, and quick maneuvers.

Yes. LabSports offers team and bulk orders starting from 6 sticks and up.

Discounts may also be available depending on the quantity ordered and the options chosen. This allows teams, organizations, and groups of players to obtain custom sticks tailored to their needs.