Warrior Ritual M2 E+ Senior Goalie Stick
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New for 2022 is Warrior’s next instalment in the Ritual series. The M2 E+ is a performance goal stick equipped with much of the same tech as the top-of-the-line M2 Pro+, including SlideGrip Technology, a HiFused construction, and an Impact Fibre layer. This version of the Ritual M2 uses Warrior’s Minimus Carbon UD material, same as the highest-end stick on the player side.
Shaft Construction
The shaft continues to include an Impact Fibre layer to increase durability. The use of a HiFused construction gives the stick its ultra-lightweight feel and balance. The stick features Minimus Carbon UD, originally used in the Alpha LX Pro stick on the player side. Unidirectional carbon fibre is a highly efficient way to reduce weight and make an item more durable, hence its use in this particular series of goalie sticks.
Paddle Construction
The R/M2 E+ paddle has an innovative, geometric design to enhance the energy load from the paddle through to the low kick point of the stick. The beauty of the Ritual M-series is in its incredible balance and playability, and the M2 E+ has taken that legacy to the next level with its integration of Minimus Carbon UD material into the previous M1’s build. This improved carbon fibre material works with the geometry to enhance energy loading into the low kick point, giving you better control on shots and passes.
Blade Construction/Stiffness
Just as it does in the Alpha LX, the Minimus Carbon UD in the R/M2 E+ strengthens the blade and optimises its performance, not just in control, saves, and rebounds, but also in shooting and passes. The Minimus Carbon UD and the HiFused construction work together to produce a more balanced stick.
Graphics
While some colours have been adjusted in the Warrior R/M2 E+, the matte finish remains. Notably, around the SlideGrip, the signature teal, green, and yellow hash pattern graphic has been extended upwards in spikes along the shaft. The pattern has also become more gradual down toward the paddle, with some silver colouration. “R/M2 E+” and “Warrior” have been printed along both the shaft and the paddle in silver.
Grip
The stick features SureGrip technology at the top of the paddle for better hold and control with the stick. It is textured on the E+, improving feel and quickening grip transition as needed.
Blade Patterns, Paddle Lengths, Stick Lengths, Weight, Level of Play
The Warrior Ritual M2 E+ Senior Goalie Stick is ideal for competitive goalies and comes in paddle lengths 25”, 26”, and 27.5”. Warrior broadened the blade pattern selection for the Ritual M2 series: in addition to Mid (Quick, W32) and Twist (Bishop, W33) patterns seen before with the M1, the M2 also comes in the Wedge (Mrazek, W34) pattern.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Category | Performance |
| Shaft Construction | Minimus Carbon UD HiFused Construction Impact Fibre Layer |
| Paddle Construction | Minimus Carbon UD SlideGrip HiFused Construction |
| Blade Construction | Minimus Carbon UD HiFused Construction Matte Finish |
| Length | 25”, 26”, 27.5” |
| Other Features | Low Kick Point |
| 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.
