CCM RIBCOR 84K Intermediate Hockey Stick
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Intro & New Features
Last on CCM’s upgrade list for sticks in 2022 is their low kick series, Ribcor. The 84K looks to offer high-end performance for the recreational player at a budget-friendly price. This stick has a more traditional build tailored to empower that low kick point playstyle, with tech including a square “T” geometry and a composite stiff blade.
Stick Flex Profile
The 84K is part of the Ribcor family, which is CCM’s low kick point stick family. These sticks gradually get softer toward the blade and bend closer to the hosel, a design that helps them load shots as quickly and easily as possible. This style specializes in quick-release shots and is equipped with various features to support this specific kick point.
Shaft Construction & Stiffness
Square “T” geometry is the shaft shape that most hockey sticks, both modern and retro, use. It returns to use quite often and is favoured by many professional players due to its reliability and familiar feel. This geometry is also the easiest to play with and caters to a wide range of stickhandling forms and playstyles.
Blade Construction
To allow low kick point sticks to be a bit whippier near the bottom without losing control, the blade requires a bit more stiffness than other sticks. The 84K uses a composite stiff blade to achieve this effect, with a combination of carbon and fibreglass to further enhance durability as well.
Graphics
For 2022, CCM has scrapped the classic green of the Ribcor series in favour of a black and purple colour scheme. The Ribcor 84K in particular has a darker, more low-profile look, going for a look that prefers more shades and grey, with one purple-accented line down the side of the shaft.
Grip
The Ribcor 84K uses a soft gloss grip, which is a common choice for most hockey sticks since it allows for a consistent and firm hold throughout the entire shaft.
Blade Patterns, Flex & Stick Length
The Ribcor 84K Intermediate hockey stick is available in the following blade patterns: P29.
P29 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. Due to its balanced design, this pattern can also be described as the perfect beginner blade.
65 Flex (P29), L/R - 57”
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Category | Recreational |
| Flex Point | Low Flex Point |
| Shaft Construction | Square “T” Geometry |
| Blade Construction | Composite Stiff Blade |
| Material | Carbon and Fibreglass |
| Length | 57" |
| Grip | Soft Gloss Grip |
| 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.
