TRUE Project X Smoke Junior Hockey Stick - 20 Flex
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TRUE reintroduces the Project X Smoke hockey stick for the 2024 season. The original Project X was known for its low kick point and extremely low weight, and the 2024 version returns with that renown and more. TRUE’s lightest stick to date (SR - 325g) features much of their best tech, including Axenic Technology, Resflo Technology, SRT, and PLD.
Stick Profile
Just like its predecessor, TRUE’s Project X series of sticks uses a low kick point. The low-kick point is positioned near the bottom of the shaft, allowing players to generate maximum energy transfer from the blade to the puck during snap shots and wrist shots. This design works well for players who prioritize speed in their shooting technique. The lightning-fast release makes the stick ideal for fast-paced gameplay and situations where a quick shot is crucial. The rapid energy transfer allows players to release the puck with minimal windup, catching goaltenders off guard and increasing the chances of scoring goals.
Shaft Construction
The TRUE Project X Smoke hockey stick boasts an impressive lightweight design, tipping the scales at a mere 325 grams for the senior 60-inch model, making it TRUE's lightest player stick to date. One of its key technological advancements lies in the integration of Resflo Technology, which focuses on rib placement to minimize voids and keep the stick stiff and consistent for as long as possible. Complementing Resflo is TRUE's patented Axenic Technology. This unique manufacturing process is instrumental in crafting an ultra-consistent, one-piece design. The absence of fusion points or overlaps in construction leads to an optimally balanced stick, translating to better control in handling the puck and shooting, as well as an enhanced overall feel during play. The stick also uses a Precision Laminate Design (PLD 2.0) for more focused ply angles, minimizing interlaminar shear for overall stronger laminates in the construction.
Blade Construction
Strategic Rib Technology (SRT) involves the precise placement of ribs throughout the blade, strategically aligned to coincide with typical puck impact points. By doing so, the stick achieves a heightened level of stability upon impact for more accurate and powerful shots. The Project X Smoke stick introduces the SRT-4S blade design, which adds four strategic rib placements from the heel to the toe, which gives more strength and stability when taking powerful shots. The SRT blade technology features a construction that compacts the laminate, contributing to a maximized strength-to-weight ratio. The result is a blade that both performs consistently and exceeds durability requirements, setting a new standard for longevity and resilience.
Grip
The Project X Smoke stick uses a soft gloss grip that balances keeping a solid hold on the stick with maneuverability across the shaft, with a matte finish on the blade. A tactile finish throughout the stick allows for improved stickhandling and puck control.
Graphics
The stick sees a refresh from what we've seen in the past Project X sticks, with a metal grey coloring found throughout the stick and exposed carbon checkering.
Blade Patterns, Flex & Stick Length
The Project X Smoke Junior hockey stick is available in the T92 blade pattern.
T92 is the best blade pattern for all-around play, with a mid-curve style. It is great at handling the puck in small spaces, including face-offs. This curve may suffer a little bit on the backhand.
20 Flex (T92), L/R - 48”
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Category | Performance |
| Weight | 20 - 277g |
| Flex Point | Low Kick Point |
| Shaft Construction | Axenic One-Piece Design |
| Blade Construction | Multi-Rib Blade Design |
| Length | 20 - 48" |
| Grip | Yes |
| Warranty | 30 Days |
Hockey Player Stick Sizing & Information Guide
Selecting the right stick for you.
When it comes to sizing a Hockey Stick, the length tends to be a preference. Sticks come in Senior, Intermediate, Junior and Youth lengths with corresponding flex options. You will need to consider your weight and height or the person you are buying for in order to choose the correct size. Intermediate, Junior, and Youth hockey sticks will have smaller shaft dimensions, making them easier for young players to hold and control.
A stick can always be cut down in length, and will usually be cut down for kids. However, selecting a hockey stock too long in length or the wrong flex can hinder performance. For kids, junior, intermediate and senior all come in roughly standards length. In some cases, each Junior flex will be a different length of stick. Look at each and compare the height of the player you are buying for.
Flex can be tricky to pick as every hockey player is different and has their own preference. You can think of flex numbers as pounds of force. Having too stiff or too whippy a stick can hinder performance in their own ways.
Personalizing your stick length.
As mentioned before, length is very much personal preference. To determine a benchmark height, stand with your shoes off and the stick against your body with the toe on the ground. As a general rule of thumb we recommend sticks to come up to between your mouth and nose. For kids, or players who are still growing, the maximum height we recommend is eye level.
Mark the shaft of the stick where the height is desired and cut it down to length. Make sure to re-insert the plug from the top to prevent an open composite end at the top of your stick.
When cutting a stick down, keep in mind that the shorter you cut a stick, the stiffer it becomes. As a general rule, a stick increases 3% in stiffness for every inch cut off. If you are unsure how much you want to cut off, take the least amount first so that you can always cut more if necessary. Cutting the stick multiple times will not affect the sticks construction.
Information to Consider
Flex Options
Players want to be able to fully flex the stick. If a stick is too soft, the resulting shot will be inaccurate and weak. If a stick is too stiff, there will be no power behind the shot. Think of the flex number as pounds of force. This is the number of pounds that need to be put into the stick to fully flex it.
Curve Options
In most cases, sticks are offered in multiple blade curve pattern options. Please refer to our blade pattern charts for more information regarding the patterns available.
Kick Point Options
A Mid-kick stick will have a stiffer taper so that it flexes more in the middle of the shaft. These sticks have a longer loading time but offer a more powerful shot, perfect for players taking a lot of slap shots.
A Low-kick stick will have a stiffer middle of the shaft and softer taper so that it flexes at the bottom of the shaft closer to the blade. These sticks will have a much quicker release perfect for quick snap shots and writs shots.
