Player Reviews
Real Reviews from Real Players
Don't just take our word for it - hear what hundreds of hockey players from youth to pro levels have to say about FUTUR HOCKEY sticks. From lightweight performance to unbeatable value, our customers tell it like it is.
BLAST XK1 Reviews
"GREAT POP, LIGHT AS A FEATHER"
I have been playing FUTUR sticks for a few years now. Up to this point I have tried the Sniper, Star XTR, and Assault. The Star XTR has been my go to stick for a couple of years now. However, I tried the Blast and it was absolutely incredible. So much speed and pop off the stick and seems even lighter than the Star XTR. Definitely cannot go wrong with this choice.
- Garrison Safriet
"LOVE MY NEW BLAST XK1!"
My shot improved almost immediately, it has become harder and more accurate. I love the variable kick point. I absolutely recommend this stick.
- Freddie McCroy, SCP PeeWee Major AAA
"THE BEST ONE"
The FUTUR BLAST XK1 is the best one out of the bunch I've used thus far...
- Mark Cadotte, Cadotte Hockey Academy, Former OHL, ECHL, IHL & European Pro League
"FAST & ACCURATE!"
Tried it...the FUTUR BLAST XK1 is an unreal stick. The puck comes off the blade fast and accurate. I put an emphasis on that. I was very impressed with it.
- Ryan Best, SCP AAA 07 Head Coach
"RELIABLE & LIGHTWEIGHT"
The FUTUR BLAST XK1 was a reliable, lightweight stick that allowed for maximum feel of the puck. Felt I could get my release off quick and with precision. The curve FP92 was also a very nice feel, good toe curve for maximum ability for puck control. Overall, a big fan of this stick and look forward for continuous use of this stick and brand.
- Joshua Battistella, Stayner Siskins JR C PJHL North
STAR XTR Reviews
"SUPER LIGHTWEIGHT"
It was a great stick. Super lightweight and sits comfortably in your hands. It also has a very quick release as well which helps a lot in tight!
- Nicholas (Nico) Cirone "A", Collingwood Colts JR A - OJHL
"HIGHLY RECOMMEND"
Before hitting the ice, the first thing I noticed about FUTUR STAR XTR stick was how balanced and light the stick feels in your hands. On the ice, I was really impressed with how quick the puck comes off the blade with little effort. It has a slightly higher kick point compared to the QRL which I was previously using but it definitely does not affect how quickly you can get a shot off. The XTR gave me a quick release with shots in tight and lots of pop when leaning into a slap shot. The blade has a softer feel than the QRL which was very noticeable with one-touch passing and receiving harder passes. The shaft shape lets the stick sit comfortably in your hands and has a real natural feel. I would recommend.
- Danny Anger, SCP 05 AAA Head Coach, Former OHL Player & U of W Player
"INCREDIBLE STICK!"
Thanks FUTUR HOCKEY your new XTR is an INCREDIBLE stick for sure. I got the FP88 blade in 102 flex and it has such a solid incredible feel and precision low kick point.
- Jeff Stengler
"SUPER HOT RELEASE"
Great hour and a half skate here, last half hour was all shooting, thanks to Robert Tatomir and all the crew at Futur Hockey, I have found the stick I'm taking to Europe for The World Championships. The Star XTR 77 flex FP92. Great job guys on a super hot release stick!!!!
- Greg Zona
SNIPER NR Reviews
"ONE OF THE BEST STICKS I'VE EVER USED!"
I randomly found your stick in Detroit. Bought one and absolutely love it. I played at a high level growing up and this is one of the best sticks I've ever used. Will you have any P91A sticks available in the Sniper NR soon? I can't find that pattern anywhere. Thanks again. Great product!
- Travis Paeth, NAHL Traverse City North Stars / USHL Des Moines Buccaneers / U of M NCAA Div 1
"YOU HAVE TO TRY IT TO BELIEVE IT!"
I have loved the Futur Sniper NR stick ever since JD Falconer from the PJHL Stayner Siskins introduced it to me. The sensitivity in controlling the puck is the best I ever felt. The release is truly awesome, you have to really try it to believe it! A superb look, weight and feel, … truly a sick stick. Thanks Futur Hockey!
- Samuel Vachon, Rayside Balfour Canadians JrA, NOJHL, 2019 Sudbury Wolves U18 draft pick
"THE BEST STICK I'VE EVER USED!"
The FUTUR SNIPER NR stick has to be the best stick I have ever used. It's extremely light, has great power for a snap shot and great power for a slap shot. I use the 87 Flex with the FP92 curve, the ultimate combo! The SNIPER NR has netted me several goals in just a short amount of time. If your looking for a good stick to use I highly suggest the FUTUR SNIPER NR.
- Matt Lefleur, ENS Bantam Major
"SUPER QUICK"
First thing I notice is how light the stick is and how good the feel of the puck is. This stick is not called "SNIPER" for no reason... The wrist shot release is super quick and the velocity is incredible. I will never go back to a major brand stick.
- Eric Cournoyer, Canadian Amputee Hockey Team, Montreal, QC
"PROBABLY THE BEST STICK I PLAYED WITH"
I really like the sticks, the two games I've been playing with them I have scored 6 goals. I really like the SNIPER NR, I don't know if I'm starting to get superstitious but I have scored 14 goals in 6 games. The SNIPER NR stick is probably the best stick I played with. I think the 102 Flex is good it's just that they like to slash on me. We're heading in to playoffs soon so I will need sticks for that.
- Ludwig Niederbach, Kingsville Kings, Tier II Junior A
ATLAS T-1 Reviews
"VERY NICE FEEL TO IT"
First thing I notice is how light the stick is and how good the feel of the puck is. I've used a lot of sticks in my day and this one is right up there. I will never go back to a major brand stick. In my opinion this should be at every sports store. I really like it!
- Greg Day, Tecumseh, Ontario - AHL, EBEL, ECHL, FRANCE, GLJCHL, ITALY, NCAA, NLB, NORWAY, WOHL
"INCREDIBLE STICK!"
The Atlas T-1 stick is amazing. It's super light weight and lets you get shots off quicker and effectively. It has great whip and has definitely improved my shot.
- Kyle Bleau
"LIGHT YEARS AHEAD"
I have been using FUTUR sticks for 5+ years now and I can honestly say the FUTUR ATLAS T-1 is light years ahead of all others. It is light, durable, has great grip and the blade is granulated for additional traction when stick handling and shooting. I would recommend the ATLAS T-1 to any player of all ages and strengths!
- Danny Anger, Elite Skating & Skills Instructor, Former OHL, MJAHL & U of W, Current Head Coach Essex 73's & Sun County Panthers
BATTLE Reviews
"GREAT STICKS!"
Definitely the only player sticks I'm buying since I got my "BATTLE". If you ever do goalie sticks, let me know.
- Antoine Martin, Saint-Jérôme, QC
"PREFERRED STICK"
The Battle hockey stick is one of the lightest sticks i have ever used, great for stick handling, shooting. It is one of my preferred sticks.
- Joshua Halsell, Oklahoma City
"GREAT STICK"
This stick is awesome! Love the weight of it, super light, has a quick pop on the wrist shots, lower end of the shaft reminds me of the old Easton Synergy type sticks.
- Joshua Halsell, Oklahoma City, OK
ASSAULT Reviews
"WELL BALANCED"
The Assault is a well balanced stick. Great passing stick, love the metallic look of it, great weight. The blade is unique as well on this stick, unlike most patterns I have used, love the stick!
- Joshua Halsell, Oklahoma City
"AMAZING!!"
This is by far the lightest best stick I have used. The puck comes of the stick lighting fast and gives me an edge to my game. This stick is very durable and high quality. I highly recommend you give this stick a shot.
- Casey Bridgewater
STRIKE Reviews
"THE BEST 85 FLEX I'VE EVER USED"
At my height and weight (6'2", 210) it's hard to find a quality 85 flex stick for a fair price that lasts. I would move from brand to brand, flex to flex all the while spending too much money. The STRIKE has put that to a halt. I feel this stick is designed to withstand use without sacrificing it's true flex; and we all know the true power that comes with an 85. If you're an absolute 85 flex user, this stick cannot be beat.
- Ryan Best, SCP AAA 07 Head Coach
"STRONG STICK"
I coach goalies and shoot between 600 to 1000 pucks per day so I need a stick that has a good 'kick', something not too stiff. I use an intermediate 65 flex FUTUR STRIKE. Not only do I shoot a lot, but I've always been very proactive in my training as well, meaning, I handle the puck a lot. I quickly noticed the length of the blade. This blade is shorter than what I was used to, which I liked right away. I feel like I handled the puck better, especially in tight against the goalie. I found that with the FUTUR STRIKE, I got the flex I wanted and the feeling that it's a strong stick. I find other 65/67 flex sticks to be too "whippy."
- Francois Lemay, University of Windsor Men's Hockey, Southwest Wildcats PWHL, The Windsor Goalie School
SONIC Reviews
"LOVE THE STICK!"
The FUTUR SONIC has a great feel when shooting the puck and when handling the puck. I would recommend these sticks to anyone, such a great quality stick for its price.
- Zackary Dillen, Kingsville Kings Jr A
"HALF THE PRICE!"
Alex gave his new stick a go today and loved it! Best part about it for me is that it was half the price of what I usually pay for a stick. I thought I would share with my hockey friends!
- Natacha Mimaud (parent)
General FUTUR Reviews
"WHY WOULD ANYONE SPEND $300.00?"
I was in the Leamington area for my work with Cannabis before the shutdown. We have been hearing a lot about FUTUR hockey sticks and have looked at your website for some time. I bought 2 STAR for my 16 year old daughter, 1 BLAST for her friend and 1 SNIPER for my friends son. I have to tell you when I returned home to Calgary they couldn't be happier. Why anyone would ever want to spend $300.00 for sticks with these sticks around is beyond all of us.
- Tim McRae, Calgary Alberta
"GREAT STICKS!"
FUTUR sticks look great, good release, flex points and good curve options.
- Mike MacIntyre, Retired AHMMPL, CHL, ECHL, FPHL, GOJHL, HOJHL, OHL, SPHL, USports, WOHL
"VERY IMPRESSED"
After stopping by the FUTUR showroom, I just wanted to say how impressed I was with the complete line of sticks that you carry. From the unique way of stocking the sticks to the selection that you have on hand, your showroom is hard to beat. Over a thousand sticks to pick from in all kinds of models. I picked up a FUTUR VORTEX. I urge people to stop by and take a look. You really have something here.
- Pat Ribble, 1975-83 NHL Retired Atlanta Flames, Chicago Black Hawks, Toronto Maple Leafs, Washington Capitals & Calgary Flames
"ONE OF THE TOP BRANDS"
I have been a Head Equipment Manager from 1973 to 2012 & with that; I have seen a lot of different types of sticks over the years. The FUTUR Hockey Stick can be rated as one of the top brands out there on the market. The Balance, the Weight, the Flex, the Curves & the Toughness of the sticks are awesome.
- Wally Tatomir, Head Equipment Mgr. (retired), Windsor Spitfires OHL, Team Canada IIHF & Carolina Hurricanes NHL
"EXCELLENT VALUE"
Between coaching and playing, I spend a lot of time on the ice, and working with a lot of different positions, situations, and players. This stick (and Futur sticks in general) are the best value that I have found. Lightweight with a consistent feel, and good patterning. Having been in this game for 50+ years, this is best value in a stick that I have found in a long time.
- Michael Fry
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