Easton S19 Hockey Stick
November 1, 2009 by Tyler
Filed under Hockey Equipment
Easton S19 Hockey Stick
After using the new Easton S19 stick for a couple of weeks, I have come to the conclusion that it is much improved from the previous Easton S17 stick and definitely deserves some attention from those who may have dismissed Easton and the new S19 after troubles they may have had with the S17.
Improved: S19 vs. S17
One of the main issues that many players reported with the Easton S17 stick was the fact that the stick did not perform as indicated by the flex pattern. That is to say that a 100 Flex played more like an 85 Flex. And, those of you who play a lot of hockey know that a stick that plays to the appropriate Flex is very important in maintaining consistency. This is one of the issues that has been addressed with the S19 stick.
Another issue that folks reported with the S17 was the lack of durability in both the lower shaft (the elliptical portion of the stick) and in the blade. These areas have been reinforced in the S19 and offer more durability and are less prone to the torque problems that were evident with the S17.
The Easton S19 is still a very light stick, even with the increased durability, it weighs in at 460 grams. However, you will notice that the kick point has been pushed up the shaft and away from the blade just slightly versus the S17.
Overall Impression
Overall, the Easton S19 stick is improved from the S17, has maintained it’s balance, the blade remains lively and the issues of durability and inconsistent Flex appear to have been addressed. All in all, the S19 definitely deserves to be tested along side the other top of the line hockey sticks when you’re in the market for a new weapon!
Where to Buy
The S19 stick is available now and you can find it online with Free Shipping at Total Hockey.net for less than $250.00.
Easton_Hockey (Easton Hockey) on Tue, 10th Nov 2009 12:41 pm
Twitter Comment
RT @nhldigest If ur interested in hockey sticks, here’s my review of the Easton S19. Much improved over S17 IMHO [link to post] #NHL
– Posted using Chat Catcher
Jeremy T on Thu, 28th Jan 2010 4:01 am
I really like this article because you go in depth on a new product and you inform the viewer about the new product and compare it with others. I guess the S19 basically is the better and newer version and corrected the flaws with the other sticks in the past. Do you recommend this or do you like others? I am starting a Hockey Equipment Blog. And I would love to use you for interviews and attribute you as well. I wish you the best and I will be following.
JT
Tyler on Thu, 28th Jan 2010 11:48 am
Jeremy,
Thanks for commenting. I do like th S19 stick compared to the S17. However, I am currently using the Bauer One90. I am looking forward to more testing and reviews in the future. I also plan on doing more video reviews as well. Feel free to contact me at any time. I’d be happy to help!
mm on Wed, 10th Mar 2010 4:49 pm
the s19 sucks it is way worse then the x-60 and it is overpriced because it breaks eaisaly i broke mine in the first 30 days
tyler besner on Sun, 4th Apr 2010 3:24 am
for all the people that buy an s19 l can tell u that it is the best stick in hockey today but the s19 bricks way to easy and the grip on the s19 is better that the u plus and warriors nipple grip also d’ont get an 65 to 75 flex s19 its like its 50 flex
tyler besner on Sun, 4th Apr 2010 3:53 am
l play for the aaa sharks in winnipeg and all my team also says that they should make the s19 a lower price n’ont 319 dollars in stores likes someone is goging to buy the s19 if eveyones broke in less when 30 day but for some they d’ont really care if it broke in less than 30 day they just get a new one l d’ont really care for the s19 l have but is way to flexable l really like my u plus more but the s19 is still a nice stick to have if you have 319 dollars
tyler besner on Sun, 4th Apr 2010 4:21 am
tyler,l really likes how you say that the s19 is better then the s17 but you also did not say that the s17 suck all that bad.