The Hockey Industry’s Obsession with Weight Every year, big brands shout louder about lighter sticks — 380g, 370g, 360g, 330g — as if a few grams could transform your game overnight. But here’s the truth: weight alone doesn’t make a stick better. At Twig Hockey Company, we’ve spent over a decade testing and building sticks that balance lightweight design with real-world durability and performance. Because a stick that’s “crazy light” but breaks after two games doesn’t help anyone. What Those Grams Really [...]

Beer league hockey isn’t just a pastime—it’s a way of life. Whether you're playing for the love of the game, the post-game beverages, or just an excuse to lace ‘em up, having the right stick matters. But with so many options, how do you choose one that balances performance, durability, and value? It’s natural to want the lightest, most advanced stick, but elite-level twigs trade durability for performance. Pro sticks are built for short-term, high-output use—not longevity. For beer league players, find [...]

In the dynamic world of sports, adaptation and innovation are key to staying relevant. This is why we’re following industry trends and making it easier for players to find their perfect hockey stick from our lineup. Embracing Change: A New Naming System We’ve always been at the forefront of adapting to industry trends. In a significant move, we have decided to change the names of our hockey stick curves. This change is not a rebranding exercise, but a strategic decision aimed at enhancing the player exper [...]

Gone are the days of having to fit all your gear into that smelly, dark abyss that was your old hockey bag. The industry has really stepped up it's game in recent years and given us a bunch of great options to choose from that offer tons more usefulness and functionality than we've ever had before in a hockey bag. It doesn't matter if you are a pro or a beer-leaguer, you'll love the latest bags. Needing to get yourself a new bag and not sure how to compare them correctly? What is the best hockey bag? Take [...]

Gift cards are great gifts, especially when they aren't store specific. Then you can use them anywhere. But what do you do with a gift card you received as a gift that isn't for enough to buy what you need online? Most online stores don't let you split payments which makes it super tough. Here's how you can use your smaller value cards to order what you need at Twig Hockey Company, and just about anywhere else online. To use your smaller value gift cards on our site to order a top notch stick, or just ab [...]

If you're a hockey player, you probably know that your stick flex is an important factor in your performance. But do you know how your stick flex changes as you cut down your stick to fit your height and preference? Below, we’ll explain the basics of stick flex and how it affects your shot, and how to adjust your flex when you cut your stick. The basics Stick flex is a measure of how much force it takes to bend your stick one inch. The higher the flex number, the stiffer the stick. The lower the flex numb [...]

If you’re reading this, you’re either a hockey player or looking for a stick for a hockey player. By the end of this article, you should be equipped more knowledge than you ever thought you needed to evaluate different hockey sticks. For hockey players, it’s super important it is to have a good hockey stick that suits their style and preference. A hockey stick is not just a piece of wood or metal that you use to hit the puck, but a sophisticated tool that can enhance your performance and skills on the ice. [...]

If you want to improve your ice hockey skills, one of the most important things you need to learn is how to shoot harder with your stick. A hard shot can surprise the goalie, create rebounds, and score more goals for your team. In this blog post, we will share with you some tips and tricks on how to increase your shooting power and accuracy. Tip #1: Choose the right stick. The type of stick you use can make a big difference in your shooting performance. You need to find a stick that suits your height, we [...]