Grays Stick Technology

Leading the way...

Grays continue to invest in our extensive research programme into the playing characteristics of our composite and wooden sticks. This involves both laboratory and field testing of all our sticks to assess their playing characteristics. Grays have developed extensive expertise and technical data thus enabling us to create our range of composite and wooden sticks.

The Research Programme

Grays research laboratory testing programme was done in conjunction with one of England's foremost universities. By using players of both international and club standard we also conducted hitting tests using each model within our collection of sticks.

Reinforcement Levels

The first part of the research process involved them hitting balls with each of our sticks whilst being filmed using special high speed cameras that had also been used extensively in ball speed tests. By filming each hit using 400 frames per second each individual swing speed and impact ball deflection speed was accurately measured and from this data the stick’s rigidity was established. By drawing together the data of the tests, Grays have been able to accurately assess the matrix formulae required in our composites and our wooden stick models.

The 'Feel' Factor

The second part of the testing was conducted in the laboratory in a controlled environment to establish the feel factor of receiving skills. This involved firing a hockey ball at each model of stick to establish how much rebound occurs when the ball makes its initial contact with the stick head. This process is an accurate simulation of ball receiving skills.

O Tech - click to view range

3D Aerodynamic Technology

The unique three dimensional 'O port' design has increased the aerodynamic qualities along the mid blade, in comparison with any conventional shaped stick - as air can now 'flow' freely through the 'O ports'.

By improving the sticks energy efficiency and reducing the 'drag resistance' in this way, it allows the stick and hands to move more freely.

Balance Points - Finely tuned to your needs

The careful positioning of the 'balance point' generally affects the sensation a player feels when they initially pick up and feel of a stick as well as its 'feel' in use.

To help increase the players 'feel', O Tech models have been developed and created with the choice of two finely tuned balance point settings.

'Dual Bridge Technology' - Stronger Core and Torsional Stability

This unique patented O Tech 'Dual Bridge Technology' construction method gives a revolutionary three dimensional stability to the mid shaft of the stick.

The dual arch combination method is one of the strongest structural construction methods known to mankind. It has not only increased the core stability along the mid shaft, it has also increased the torsional stability necessary when hitting.

Players Benefits

O Tech increases the player's ability to move the stick in all directions quicker than conventional sticks.
O Tech works with players to increase their 'hand speed' when dribbling - Something all top coaches are trying to encourage amongst players.
O Tech can help players to increase their 'swing speed' and deliver more dynamic consistency when hitting the ball.
O Tech finely tuned balance points are positioned to help both 'feel' and 'swing momentum'.

Standard Balance Point

The 'Standard' balance point has been positioned on the blade for the optimum performance of balance and feel, and combine to give a responsive sensation when receiving.

Low Balance Point

The 'Low' balance point has been positioned lower down the blade so it that will help those players who like the combination of balance and feel with the added benefit of the 'swing momentum' power sensation when they need it.

GX Turbo and Turbo Torque - click to view range

Grays 'Anti Torque' Technology

Our hockey stick research programme has revealed that all sticks experience some rotational flex forces when hitting the hockey ball. These rotational forces are referred to as 'Torque'. Very simply torque flex is responsible for the loss of energy being transmitted through the impact zone.

Grays 'Anti Torque' Powerbeam technology combines three important component features set out to give the model greater 'core stability'.

The Powerbeam spine down the rear of blade profile gives central 'core stability' to the rear of the stick.
The two-directional powervein structure creates improved stability along the back of the blade of the stick and works against these rotational flex forces.
The special composite fibre matrix construction on these models have been realigned to take these forces into consideration.

Powerbeam Technology

The central spine positioned down the back of the blade together with the single direction powerveins, combine to create good 'energy release' transmission through the hitting zone.

Improved Feel area

The IFA absorbs the initial ball contact with the surface of the stick head and provides a softer feel. Our special combination of shock absorbing aramid and fibreglass fibres improves first touch control and creates a better feel.

Featured on:

GX 9000 Turbo Torque Megabow
GX 8000 Turbo Torque Megabow
GX 7000 Turbo Torque
GX 6000 Turbo Torque

GX Jumbow and Jumbow Extra - click to view range range

The Grays Jumbow Extra is at the cutting edge of stick technology. The improved blade setting combines with the lower curve of the original Jumbow. It has been shaped to make sure that it complies within the 25mm bow limit specified by the FIH.

The highly popular Jumbow models continue to offer the curve lower down the blade. Both type of Jumbow help generate exceptional 'drag flick' momentum. Designed at the special request of top players who have to comply within the rules, the enhanced lower curve improves penalty corner flicking capability without any loss of control when hitting, dribbling or stopping. That's why many top players already use them.

GX Scoop - click to view range

The Grays Scoop range is designed for players who want extra control when dribbling as well as the ability to lift the ball more easily when drag flicking. As the name suggests the 'scooped out' curve shape across the head allows players to feel extra ball control, particularly when moving at full stretch. Players at all levels will find that the Scoop 'cradles' the ball more easily when dribbling, without any loss of control when hitting or flicking.

Blade Profiles

The bow on all sticks in our collection have been reduced to within the 25mm limit specified in the FIH regulations. Jumbo Extra and Jumbow - 24.75mm, Megabow - 24.75mm, Standard - 20 mm.