The CCM Trigger 9 Pro hockey stick is the next generation of top-of-the-line Ribcor sticks. Engineered with a low-kick design, this stick offers a quick release, with many high-end technologies to enhance your overall on-ice performance. New Upgrades: Dual-Feel Blade with Helicoid, Optimized Low-Kick, Updated Grip Kick Point: Low Taper Technology: Skeleton+ Shaft Construction: Nanolite Shield and Sigma STP Blade Construction: Dual-Feel with Helicoid Shaft Shape: Ergonomic Geometry Weight: 370g (Senior) When purchasing a new hockey stick, several factors should be considered to find the best model for your skill level and playing style. To start, the kick-point is important, as it plays a crucial role in how shots and passes come off the stick. This will help overall on-ice performance and taking your game to the next level. If youre unsure which kick-point suits you best, or youre looking for an accurate assessment, visit your local Pure Hockey store. Revised from the Trigger 8 Pro is the low-kick point design. CCM did this by making the hosel and top of the shaft softer, producing a shot thats easier to load. A staple found in CCM sticks for a while now is Skeleton+ Technology. This is designed to specifically improve the hosel and taper strength for a much more durable stick. The Ergonomic Shaft found on this stick uses a different design in each section - the top-shaft has a rounded concave shape for increased comfort and control; the mid-shaft has a rounded convex back side combined with a square-cornered concave front for maximum dexterity; and the low-shaft has a concave front and rounded concave back, combining to offer a quick release and maximum accuracy. Nanolite Shield found in the shaft is a cutting-edge technology that uses variable carbon layer thickness to create a lightweight stick without sacrificing durability. Sigma STP is also found in the shaft, which is a high-performance spread tow fabric featuring a weaving process that provides strength and resilience. A brand-new upgrade to the Trigger 9 Pro is the Dual-Feel Blade with Helicoid and Sigma STP. The patented Helicoid layup technology provides superior blade durability and a longer lasting pop. Helicoid technology is a layup structure that angles the carbon layer fibers in smaller increments to increase impact strength. This new design helps to dissipate energy coming from in-game impacts, allowing the blade to keep its integrity over a longer period of time. This blade also includes an innovative foam insert in the heel region to drastically improve blade feel when passing and stickhandling. This, combined with the regular stiffness in the toe and the carbon weave of the STP Spread Tow, provides the iconic Ribcor quick and precise shooting. The Ribcor Trigger 9 Pro stick is built to keep up with the speed of todays game and is an excellent low-kick option for the players who most often take quick motion shots and prefer release speed over power.