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Bauer APX Griptac Composite Stick
The revolution continues with the Bauer Vapor APX Griptac Composite Stick. From a new blade core that offers more feel with less weight, to a flex profile that changes based on what type of shot you're taking, the Bauer Vapor APX Composite Stick has been tuned to perform.The main improvement in the Vapor APX Stick is the introduction of Bauer's newest blade technology; a technology so unique it was granted a patent by both US and Canadian governments. Through extensive testing, Bauer combined the soft feel of their Power Core 3 technology, found on the Supreme line of composites, with the weight saving blade features found in the Vapor line. The result is a dual-density blade core that offers a perfect balance of feather- weight status while offering true puck feel. Additional blade features include super-strong TexTreme composite construction along with an increased connection point at the blade-shaft transition, which reduces the twisting of the blade while shooting or passing and thus improves control and accuracy. Although the connection point between blade and shaft is enlarged, the overall material at the joint is reduced via Bauer's Monocomp Technology; a single molding process that ensures true one-piece shaft/blade construction and also reduces weight by eliminating excess material found at the transition. The combination of composite material, reinforced blade profile, and weight-saving balance provide excellent accuracy and power.Other advancements include, Bauer's Intelli-Sense shot technology, which utilizes dual flex-zones on the shaft that flex differently based on hand position. This offers a quick release on wrist shots as well as a powerful flex on slap shots. Rounded shaft edges with double concave walls provide hand comfort and stability while a the Vapor Premium Dual Taper improves accuracy by focusing energy lower in the shaft and decreasing torsional deflection. Griptac coating along the length of the shaft acts as an added layer of control while not being overly sticky. Eye-catching graphics round out the overall experience.,
Average Rating:
(11 Reviews) 10
Rating Snapshot (11 reviews)
5 stars
7
4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
1
1 star
1
8 out of 11(73%)reviewers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for APX Griptac Composite Stick
Review 1 for APX Griptac Composite Stick
Date:1/8/13
Overall Rating
Design
3
out of
5
Durability
1
out of
5
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Value
2
out of
5
sportsman11
Skill Level: Advanced
Frequency: 2-5 times per week
Gender: male
Interest: Ice Hockey
Best Description: Player
No durability
Pros: Helped improve my game, Easy to use, Features
Cons: Quality, Expensive
I bought the apx and i loved it it was light and had good flex but it broke with in 2 weeks, than i shipped it in and got a new one and 3 weekslater it breaks, and btw it broke in the same spot right above the heel on the shaft
Review 2 for APX Griptac Composite Stick
Date:7/8/12
Overall Rating
Design
5
out of
5
Durability
5
out of
5
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Value
3
out of
5
Weight:
Heavy
Light
vyper340
Location:Virginia Beach, VA
Skill Level: Advanced
Frequency: 2-5 times per week
Gender: male
Interest: Ice Hockey
Best Description: Player
APX = Awesome
Pros: Helped improve my game, Quality, Features
Cons: Expensive
This is an incredible twig that has some great features. It is super light and in the 87 flex has some great release and rigidity. My snap and wristers feel incredible and the slappers have a quick release with great accuracy. Although these twigs cost $250 and as long as they last it will turn out to be one awesome stick. I've only played with it twice and everything looks good so far so we'll see how durability goes. Great stick overall and I would purchase it again!
Review 3 for APX Griptac Composite Stick
Date:5/28/12
Overall Rating
Design
5
out of
5
Durability
5
out of
5
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Weight:
Heavy
Light
playmaker
Location:wisconsin
Skill Level: Advanced
Frequency: More than 5 times per week
Gender: male
Interest: Ice Hockey
Best Description: Player
great stick
Pros: Helped improve my game, Great value, Quality, Easy to use, Features, very light
Cons: Expensive
If you are looking for a great stick that is very light, go with the APX. While i don't like the $250 price, it is very durable, very light, and easy to get used to. I have found that I do get quite a bit more zip on my snap and wrist shots with this than any other stick I have used thusfar. Great stick.
Review 4 for APX Griptac Composite Stick
Date:2/25/12
Overall Rating
Design
5
out of
5
Durability
5
out of
5
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Value
1
out of
5
Weight:
Heavy
Light
Veteran
Location:Manchester, NH
Skill Level: Advanced
Frequency: 2-5 times per week
Gender: male
Interest: Ice Hockey
Best Description: Player
Perfect
Pros: Helped improve my game, Quality, Easy to use, Features
Cons: Expensive
Great option for flex to make it stiff enough to not shatter but light enough dance through the slot. Love the stick but hard to pay the price...
Review 5 for APX Griptac Composite Stick
Date:2/6/12
Overall Rating
Design
5
out of
5
Durability
5
out of
5
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Weight:
Heavy
Light
Leighton
Location:St. Louis Missouri
Skill Level: Advanced
Frequency: More than 5 times per week
Gender: male
Interest: Inline Hockey
Best Description: Player
This stick is awesome
Pros: Helped improve my game, Great value, Quality, Easy to use, Features, it has a good flex to it, helped my wrist shot, helped my slap shot, helped my snap shot, helped my aim
Cons: this stick has no cons.
In my opinion this is the best stick i have ever had. I have had a more expensive stick but this is a better stick than the more expensive one
Review 6 for APX Griptac Composite Stick
Date:1/27/12
Overall Rating
Design
5
out of
5
Durability
4
out of
5
Features
4
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Value
4
out of
5
Weight:
Heavy
Light
Hall
Location:Glenview, IL
Skill Level: Intermediate
Frequency: 2-5 times per week
Gender: male
Interest: Ice Hockey
Best Description: Player
Great Stick
Pros: Helped improve my game, Quality, Features
Cons: Expensive
Bought this stick about 2 months ago. I play about 2 to 3 times a week and it has held up pretty well despite a few scratches it seems to be in good shape. Only downside is the price, other then that it's a great stick.
Review 7 for APX Griptac Composite Stick
Date:1/12/12
Overall Rating
Design
4
out of
5
Durability
1
out of
5
Features
3
out of
5
Performance
3
out of
5
Value
1
out of
5
Weight:
Heavy
Light
lumberjack16
Skill Level: Advanced
Frequency: More than 5 times per week
Gender: male
Interest: Ice Hockey
Best Description: Player
blade defects
Pros: Features
Cons: Quality, Expensive
i have two apx sticks at the moment. when i first bought them, they were great, but after about 2 weeks i got a crack in the heel. it hasnt effected the stick at all. in fact the stick has still lasted another month. but the heel is getting worse and worse and it like hollows out. My teamate bought an apx and the exact same thing happened. i suggest just buying an x.7 cuz its cheaper and is pretty much the same as an x60 which was awesome
Review 8 for APX Griptac Composite Stick
Date:12/27/11
Overall Rating
Design
5
out of
5
Durability
1
out of
5
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Value
2
out of
5
Weight:
Heavy
Light
rightwinger
Location:Fort Wayne, IN
Skill Level: Advanced
Frequency: 2-5 times per week
Gender: male
Best Description: Player
No Durability
Cons: Quality
The stick feels excellent and very responsive, but I broke the blade clean off in the first game i used it and the replacement stick has a crack in the blade already. The Apx is junk and so is the rest of Bauer's sticks! I'm going back to Easton.
Review 9 for APX Griptac Composite Stick
Date:11/14/11
Overall Rating
Design
5
out of
5
Durability
5
out of
5
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Value
3
out of
5
Weight:
Heavy
Light
dannygross
Location:san jose california
Skill Level: Advanced
Frequency: More than 5 times per week
Gender: male
Interest: Inline
Best Description: Player
best stick ever
Pros: Helped improve my game, Great value, light weight
Cons: Expensive
this is by far the best stick ive had ever defiantly worth the money
Review 10 for APX Griptac Composite Stick
Date:10/16/11
Overall Rating
Design
5
out of
5
Durability
5
out of
5
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Weight:
Heavy
Light
Tino
Location:Woodbury, Minnesota
Skill Level: Advanced
Frequency: More than 5 times per week
Gender: male
Interest: Ice
Best Description: Player
Sickest Stick Ever
Pros: Helped improve my game, Great value, Quality, Easy to use, Features, sick
Used this twig in one practice and absolutely loved it! Have always used bauer and always will!
Ratings-Only Reviews for APX Griptac Composite Stick
Based on 1 ratings-only review
Would recommend? Yes 1 out of 1
Design
5
out of
5
Durability
5
out of
5
Features
5
out of
5
Performance
5
out of
5
Value
5
out of
5
Weight:
Heavy
Light