TRUE Project X Junior Goalie Stick - 2023
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Intro/New Features
TRUE reintroduces the Project X hockey stick for the 2023 season, now in goalie form. The original Project X was known for its low kick point and extremely low weight, and the 2023 version returns with that renown and more. TRUE’s lightest goalie stick to date (SR - 555g) features much of their best tech, including Resflo Technology, Axenic Technology, INVRT, VSS, and BAT.
Flex Point
The Project X is designed with INVRT Flex Technology, which optimizes a 4-point flex profile strategically designed to synergize with a goalie's natural bottom-hand position. By doing so, it maximizes the energy load throughout the stick for shots and passes. This innovation is particularly good for goalies who focus on efficiency and power in their playstyle and when clearing the zone.
Shaft Construction
The Project X goalie stick shaft has been made softer to complement the stiffer paddle for enhanced playability and puck control. 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 a more 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) for more focused ply angles, minimizing interlaminar shear for overall stronger laminates in the construction.
The goalie stick variation also includes TRUE’s Vibration Suppression System (VSS), engineered to absorb and disperse energy generated from puck impact.
Paddle Construction
The paddle’s design is a solid combination of balanced and lightweight to further enhance that efficiency and power you want when controlling and handling the puck. The heightened stiffness works with the softer shaft to enhance performance and feel.
Blade Construction/Stiffness
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 stick introduces an all-new foam core material within the blade. This revolutionary addition 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.
Additionally, the goalie stick integrates TRUE’s Braided Aramid Tech (BAT), which offers a more efficient weave for a stronger and lighter blade with greater dampening properties.
Graphics
The stick keeps the original blue and black colouration as seen on the original Project X series, with more iridescence to keep up visually with more modern sticks today. The goalie variation looks very similar to the player version.
Grip
The stick uses a gloss clear grip, combined with a gloss grip shoulder for optimal control.
Blade Patterns, Paddle Lengths, Stick Lengths, Weight, Level of Play
The Project X Junior goalie stick is available in a 21” paddle length and a T31 blade pattern.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Category | Elite |
| Weight | 450g |
| Shaft Construction | PLD | Resflo | Axenic | INVRT | VSS |
| Paddle Construction | |
| Blade Construction | SRT | New Foam Core | BAT |
| Length | 21” (Paddle) | 50” (Total) |
| Warranty | 30 Days |
| Customizable | No |
Goalie Stick Sizing Information
Unlike other pieces of gear, Goalie Sticks are sized mostly to the goaltender’s preference and playing style rather than their height. The most important measurement, when purchasing a new goal stick, is the paddle height (the wide portion of the stick), which is usually taken from the heel of the stick to the shaft/paddle interface. The reason for the paddle height’s significance is because it sets up the goaltender’s depth in the ready stance and (if properly sized) positions the blocker in an optimal position.
Sizing Your Goalie Stick
To start analyzing the size of your goalie stick, put on your goalie skates to get an accurate height of where you will be in your stance. If you’re looking to be even more accurate, strap on your goalie pads and blocker as well. Once that is done, get comfortable in your natural stance (the one you’d be in during a majority of gameplay) and look for the following:
1. The entire blade of the stick is flush with the ground while being 1’ - 2’ in front of your feet
2. After getting your stick into the flush position, check that the inside edge of the blocker hand sits on the outside edge of the goal pad (this is while holding just above the paddle).
Goalie Stick Sizing Considerations
Goalie Stick sizing can be very subjective compared to other pieces of equipment. The reason for this is the ambiguity of each goaltenders ‘natural stance’, especially with younger goaltenders. It is rather common for children to use taller sticks in comparison to their height, as their stance depth isn’t usually as aggressive as a seasoned goalie.
The shaft length of a goalie stick is usually best left at its stock length, as it serves to counteract the weight of the blade and ideally place the center of gravity at the top of the paddle. The one exception to this rule is for advanced puck handlers, cutting the shaft will allow more power transfer when shooting as a result of being able to keep the blade flush to the ice while near the goaltender’s feet.
