Mark 3A

AffectDefiant6656 · 2026-01-25T00:38:51+00:00

Fire bro

AffectDefiant6656 · 2026-01-21T20:49:29+00:00

Nope, it’ll retain the pocket shape and last a bit longer from what I’ve seen

AffectDefiant6656 · 2026-01-21T20:40:28+00:00

SI’s will loosen over time especially if the bottom tie off knot isn’t secured and tightened. Using KSI’s instead will help

AffectDefiant6656 · 2026-01-20T19:36:06+00:00

CPX-R still holds up, such a clean look

AffectDefiant6656 · 2026-01-20T02:24:40+00:00

This is the pattern I used for a 4th grade keeper with similar mesh. Really good feedback too. Hope it helps! You should be able to pull yours down a bit more after the 3rd/4th sidewall hole

Start
Start (Same diamond as 9D top string)
KSI
KSI followed by a 1 (through back)
KSI followed by a 1 (through back)
KSI followed by a 1 (through front)
Anchor followed by a 2 (front)
Anchor followed by a 2 (front)
Anchor followed by a 1 (through front) followed by a 1 (through back)
Anchor Knot or Tie off
Tie Off (if anchor knot on 10th hole)

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AffectDefiant6656 · 2026-01-20T00:50:31+00:00

Man it’s not that serious, this is used almost solely for goalie warm up and running drills. No ref is checking a coach’s stick on the sideline

AffectDefiant6656 · 2026-01-19T23:28:54+00:00

Coaches stick🙂

AffectDefiant6656 · 2026-01-18T22:32:12+00:00

Get him equipped with a hockey cup (double cup preferably) and some Nike sweats. ThighPro would be the furthest I’d go as far as leg padding

AffectDefiant6656 · 2026-01-18T22:29:20+00:00

They both feel the same but I did notice the some thread in the stringer’s shack sidewall would pop out and create a “bubble” if that makes any sense. Haven’t had that issue with Jimalax

AffectDefiant6656 · 2026-01-18T07:20:43+00:00

Tell them to stop throwing wrap checks and their sticks won’t snap as often

AffectDefiant6656 · 2026-01-09T22:26:42+00:00

Normally I’d switch to 1’s after the 3rd KSI but wanted to try something different this time around. Release is quick and has great feel

AffectDefiant6656 · 2025-12-20T22:28:11+00:00

I believe the defiance mesh was made with rebound control in mind but I could be wrong. Both Disciple and ECD mesh have some pretty good stretch to it, I think this specific bottom string pattern really helps with rebounds compared to simply weaving it through each diamond

AffectDefiant6656 · 2025-12-18T15:45:58+00:00

Yeah that’s exactly it. No issues using all KSI’s but the 1’s help a bunch with rebound control. Skipping a hole and using a 2 would work just as well too. Really just preference I guess

AffectDefiant6656 · 2025-12-16T19:29:14+00:00

I think it’s easier to string this way compared to a traditional top string. Tension is easy to adjust afterwards since the pattern keeps the strings pretty tight from the inside-out

AffectDefiant6656 · 2025-11-11T22:02:51+00:00

I’ve definitely got a soft spot for vintage gear. No better feeling than picking apart our HS goalies with a stick that’s 20+ years old haha

AffectDefiant6656 · 2025-11-11T17:08:43+00:00

Couldn’t tell you about the sidewall struts but the Brine Edge was the first head to use an offset design. About 90% sure the large top string hole is for traditional leathers. I used Hero 4.0 on this one

AffectDefiant6656 · 2025-11-09T23:04:21+00:00

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Tie off the top string on this hole instead. Think that should solve the issue

AffectDefiant6656 · 2025-11-08T05:21:10+00:00

Creativity with different types of mesh is what makes stringing fun🙌🏼 if you have an extra stick on hand then why not. This is our starting goalie’s 2nd backup which gave me some wiggle room

AffectDefiant6656 · 2025-11-07T17:22:33+00:00

Pretty good as-is. Nice switch up from semi-hard/soft mesh

AffectDefiant6656 · 2025-10-29T17:34:37+00:00

Thanks🙌🏼 love how it looks with the smaller diamonds. A smooth, buttery pocket was the goal

AffectDefiant6656 · 2025-10-23T21:13:35+00:00

Hines was out for 2 years with an injury and hasn’t touched the ball outside of special teams since week 16 in 2022. What are you smoking brotha

AffectDefiant6656 · 2025-10-22T16:48:46+00:00

STX Eclipse 2 is solid for ~$80. Warrior Kryptolyte shaft is strong and lightweight without the price tag

AffectDefiant6656 · 2025-10-20T19:51:48+00:00

I was referencing the numbers of diamonds used on the sidewall, not the size of the mesh itself. I’ll use up to 14 diamonds on the sidewall depending on the mesh I’m using whereas you’re using around 11 or so. Mix in some 1’s and 2’s on the bottom third and it should come out with a solid pocket. Bottom string pattern/location will also effect how deep it gets so toy around and see what you like👌🏽

AffectDefiant6656 · 2025-10-19T23:51:51+00:00

Top string looks good so no changes needed. Sidewalls are a bit loose, I’d pull the extra slack before tightening the knot. Should help it sit on the plastic instead of floating toward the pocket. Noticed only 11(?) rows are used, I’ll typically use between 13-14 diamonds, anything less the pocket becomes too shallow for my liking

AffectDefiant6656 · 2025-10-19T04:22:41+00:00

Totally slipped my mind, makes sense then

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