Easton Stealth S19 Review

The S19 is the top offering in the Stealth line of hockey sticks from Easton. It is the evolution of the ground breaking S17 that first introduced the elliptical geometry of the Stealth series several years ago. The early elliptical design (S17 models pre-2009), faulted for lack of durability, especially in the throat region of the shaft, has been markedly improved, adding strength and durability to this region.

Construction of the S19 features a kevlar / carbon fiber composite compression molded design. Employing very thin layers of kevlar wrap, Easton is able to use more wrap layers vs. conventional materials, theoretically offering improved responsiveness and energy return. Easton's elliptical shaft design (TORX technology) provides a very thin blade shaft that is very shift and more durable than older designs.

Blade construction is based on a multiple core design, with a solid core offering durability and rigidity at the base of the blade and a foam core for improved dampening in the upper portion of the blade. The shaft and blade are fused during the molding process (Multi-Rib manufacturing process), rather than glued together as many traditional designs, to improve durability and shaft/blade interface performance. Shaft geometry is concave along the front and back walls and slightly convex along the narrow top and bottom walls with moderately rounded corners. Overall shaft feel is slightly rounded. The shaft geometry changes to four convex walls with a narrow elliptical shape in the throat of the shaft and into the blade connection collar. A slightly textured grip coating or a clear coat finish are options.

Using the S19 is something else - no other stick feels quite like it. Super light with slightly roundish shaft feel and very thin-walls, the S19 seems lighter than its measured weight and seems to float in motion. The narrow, thin, eliptical shaft collar, gives the stick an aerodynamic feel, but comes off a bit odd to me. Despite this odd feeling, stick handling was super quick and the thin blade offered terrific puck feedback and feel. Shooting with the S19 is a pure joy - pucks flew off the blade with a snappy release like no other stick I've tested. From my shooting notes, "Wow! Slap shot rocket - just unbelievable!" Wrist shots were also snappy and shot accuracy for both wrist and slap shots was excellent.

Bottom Line: A elite, Pro-level hockey stick offering top performance, a very responsive, snappy feel, and improved durability. Very popular with professional players. The state-of-the-art elliptical lower shaft may initially feel odd to some players. 94 points.

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