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[undead1310]

What does having a high gloss blade instead of a standard blade do for your average player? Are there any advantages to having a certain type of blade, or is it purely cosmetic? Thanks!

[90Style10Skill]

Probably just grew up with it. The Bauer textured blades offer nothing other than a clean rip when you go to retape your stick. Hockey players are superstitious so they might not like having pimples on their blade?

[chab27]

I would say pro's go for blade strength and durability. You rarely see any high-tech blade on from the 300$ sticks on what the pros use. They break way too easily.

[90Style10Skill]

I would say pro's go for blade strength and durability. You rarely see any high-tech blade on from the 300$ sticks on what the pros use. They break way too easily.

I can't remember the last time I've seen a blade break on a high-end retail stick so I don't think that's it.

[Fooj]

Gloss blade for life! Just cause

[qmc93]

I'm no pro but personally I've only used sticks with sandpaper/sharkskin blades for as long as I can remember. Just like the feel and I'm fairly superstitious as well. Also helps keep my stick spending in check haha

[undead1310]

Thanks guys!