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I haven't used the 5030's (I was waiting for the local rink to get my color in for them). I had originally used 7000's and switched to 9950 (availability). But I'm back with 7000's (what the rink had in my paddle-size). I'm thinking the 7000's feel a little bit more durable.
For reference, the price at the local rink per stick is (there abouts):
5030: $57
7000: $69
9950: $85
With the 9950's, I've always had a problem with the laminate coming apart from the shaft where I clang my posts at. It creates splinters and often doesn't feel right. They also appear to get good "spring" to them, but lose it quickly. I have not had these problems with my newest 7000. I can get pucks off the glass from across the ice (against one side of boards to the other in the same zone) with ease - something I had trouble with when using the 9950's.
I did notice that online retailers seem to have dropped the 7000 from the lineup. I'm guessing they phased that out. SWD seems to have the 9990X, 9950, and 5030 as their sticks.
Looks like I maybe switching to the 5030's afterall.
Last edited by Kael : 07-12-2008 at 04:57 PM.
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