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=Introduction=
=Introduction=
The below lacrosse equipment recommendations are geared for new players and those under the age of 13.
Last Updated 11/23/2021


=Lacrosse Retailers=
=Lacrosse Retailers=
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* http://laxsteals.com/ - Daily deals at really good prices. Check back regularly for lacrosse heads and shafts at great prices.
* http://laxsteals.com/ - Daily deals at really good prices. Check back regularly for lacrosse heads and shafts at great prices.
* http://www.universallacrosse.com/ - Some great all in one stick deals
* http://www.universallacrosse.com/ - Some great all in one stick deals
* http://lacrosseunlimited.com  
* http://lacrosseunlimited.com - Visit a local store and try before you buy


=Best Beginner Complete Stick=
=Best Beginner Complete Stick=
If your brand new to lacrosse and under the age of 8 or 9, I would recommend this stick as your first one. It's got a nice wide head which makes it easier to catch. I would recommend that you get the stick restrung, ask your local team coaches if they can restring it for you. The stick is usually sold at Dicks Sporting Goods and costs approx $30. If your child is new to the sport or if you are unsure if they will be enjoying it long term, then this is the stick for you.
If your brand new to Lacrosse, I'd recommend the StringKing Complete line of sticks. They come with great mesh and pockets and are reasonably priced.
 
<u>Ages 9 and Under</u>
* Complete 2 Junior - https://stringking.com/mens-lacrosse/sticks/complete-2-jr/ - $70
 
<u>Ages 10-13</u>
* Complete 2 Int - https://stringking.com/mens-lacrosse/sticks/complete-2-int/ - $100
 
<u>Above 13</u>
* Buy one of the sticks listed below


* STX Stallion 50
http://www.dickssportinggoods.com/product/index.jsp?productId=72890176&camp=CSE:GooglePLA:72890176:22309219-DSG:LACROSSE_MENS-LACROSSE_MENS-LAX-STICKS&gclid=CLOv8snxv84CFQsehgodOusOEA


=Lacrosse Heads=
=Lacrosse Heads=
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* Buy an X spec or Universal lacrosse head. They are a little wider at the narrowest part of the head, and High School spec sticks will be illegal in the near future
* Buy an X spec or Universal lacrosse head. They are a little wider at the narrowest part of the head, and High School spec sticks will be illegal in the near future
* Kids usually like white heads as they get into the 12+ age range
* Kids usually like white heads as they get into the 12+ age range
* Kids usually like white mesh and white shooter strings. In addition some dyed mesh can feel harder and more rigid giving the head a little less hold
* Use white mesh to blend in with the ball, shooters and sidewalls can be any color, but white shooters also are helpful to make sure the ball isn't as visible. In addition some dyed mesh can feel harder and more rigid giving the head a little less hold
 
==Attack==
 
===Less then $50===
* Brine RP3 X - Usually right around $50
http://www.sportstop.com/Brine-RP3-X-Lacrosse-Head
 
* Brine Clutch Elite X - A nice head for a mid to high pocket, usually around $40
http://www.sportstop.com/Brine-Clutch-Elite-X-Lacrosse-Head
 
===$50 to $80===
I wouldn't recommend any heads within this price range for attack.
 
===$80 to $100+===
* STX Super Power + - A great attack head and makes a great high or mid pocket
http://www.sportstop.com/STX-Super-Power-Plus-Lacrosse-Head
 
* STX Stallion 700 - The best high pocket stick on the market in 2017
http://www.sportstop.com/STX-Stallion-700-Lacrosse-Head
 
* STX Surgeon 700 - The best low pocket stick on the market in 2017
http://www.sportstop.com/STX-Surgeon-700-Lacrosse-Head
 
==Midfield==
 
===Less then $50===
 
* Gait Torque 3 - Usually around $30 its a great head and can produce a great mid pocket stick
http://www.sportstop.com/Gait-Torque-3-Special-Colored-Lacrosse-Head
 
===$50 to $80===
* Nike Lakota U - 4/2018 usually around $70
https://www.lacrossemonkey.com/catalog/product/view/id/283256
 
* STX Stallion U 550 - Usually around $75 to $80
http://www.sportstop.com/STX-Stallion-U-550-Lacrosse-Head
 
===$80 to $100+===
* STX Stallion 700 - $89 2016/2017 best head on the market for price and usability
http://www.lacrossemonkey.com/catalog/product/view/id/306216
 
* Maverik Tactik - Usually $99 a new head in 2016
http://www.sportstop.com/Maverik-Tactik-Universal-Lacrosse-Head


* Under Armor Command - Usually in the $90 range
==Attack & Midfield==
http://www.sportstop.com/Under-Armour-Command-U-Lacrosse-Head
* STX HyperPower - https://www.stx.com/hyper-power-mens-lacrosse-head - $99 - Has a bit of a curve on it, some players may not like, but does increase shot speed slightly
 
* Maverik Tactik 2.0 - https://maveriklacrosse.com/product/tactik-2-0-head/ - $99
* Nike Lakota U - Usually around $90 a great midfield head
* Nike Lakota 3 - https://www.sportstop.com/products/nike-lakota-3-lacrosse-head?variant=39619826090122
http://www.lacrossemonkey.com/nike-lacrosse-head-universal-lakota.html


==Defense==
==Defense==
* STX Hammer 900 - https://www.stx.com/mens-lacrosse/gear/heads/hammer-900-lacrosse-head - $112
* Maverik Tank 2.0 - https://maveriklacrosse.com/product/tank2/ - $100
* ECD lacrosse Rebel D - https://ecdlax.com/collections/mens-lacrosse-heads/products/rebel-defense - $90


===Less then $50===
==Face Off==
 
* ECD Lax Weapon X - https://ecdlax.com/collections/mens-lacrosse-heads/products/weapon-x - $90
*Brine Triumph X - On Amazon for $33
* STX Duel 3 - https://www.stx.com/mens-lacrosse/gear/heads/duel-3-lacrosse-head - $112
https://www.amazon.com/Brine-Triumph-X-Head-Black/dp/B00S53E9T2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1490032518&sr=8-1&keywords=brine+triumph+lacrosse+head
 
* STX Hammer U - Usually $50
http://www.sportstop.com/STX-Hammer-Lacrosse-Head
 
* Brine Edge X - One of the best selling heads of all time, usually around $35.
http://www.sportstop.com/Brine-Edge-Lacrosse-Head
 
* STX X10 - Usually $50 or under
http://www.sportstop.com/STX-X10-Lacrosse-Head


===$50 to $80===
==Goalie==
* Nike Alpha U - Wide head, made in 2014 usually around $70
* STX Eclipse 2 - https://www.stx.com/mens-lacrosse/gear/heads/eclipse-ii - $112 - Don't bother with any other head, this is the best one
http://www.lacrossemonkey.com/nike-lacrosse-head-alpha-u.html


===$80 to $100+===
* Maverik Tank U - The best defensive head on the market in 2016. Usually around $90.
http://www.sportstop.com/Maverik-Tank-Universal-Lacrosse-Head


=Lacrosse Shafts=
=Lacrosse Shafts=
The best thing to do with lacrosse shafts is to go into a store and take a look at them before buying. Shafts are produced with many different materials such as Carbon Fiber, Metal Alloy, Scandium, Titanium and other composite or hybrid materials.
Lacrosse shafts are mostly a preference thing. It might be best to go into Lacrosse Unlimited and test them out. Depending on the style of player, you may want a stronger shaft vs a lighter shaft. You will want a stronger shaft for the player that likes doing one handed checks, or cross checks with his hands slightly wide. Offensive players will want a lighter shaft.
==Attack/Midfield==


===Less then $50===
There really isn't a reason to spend more than $100 for a 40 inch or $175 for a 60 inch Lacrosse shaft. In fact, you can get good deals on shafts at the Lacrosse Monkey clearance section: https://www.lacrossemonkey.com/clearance.html . If you are looking for a newer shaft see the list below.
Gait Scandal - Usually around $40 its a lightweight shaft but still is tough. Good for U9 and U11 players.
http://www.sportstop.com/Gait-SCandal-NEON-Attack-Lacrosse-Shaft


===$50 to $80===
==Attack & Midfield==
* Gait Ice - Great shaft around $60, very lightweight but strong, good for U9 to U11 players
* Nike Vapor Composite Attack lacrosse shaft - 6.4oz - https://www.sportstop.com/products/nike-vapor-composite-attack-lacrosse-shaft_2 - $100
http://www.universallacrosse.com/lacrosse-gait-ice-handle.html?gclid=CLzQ34jvv84CFRc9gQodVLUHcg
* ECD Lax Carbon 3.0 - 6.2oz - https://ecdlax.com/collections/mens-lacrosse-shafts/products/carbon-3-0 - $100
* Stringking Metal 3 (155 or 175) - https://stringking.com/mens-lacrosse/shafts/mens-metal-3-pro-attack/ - $120 - The number is the weight in grams


==Defense==
==Defense==
<coming soon>
Spending alot of money on a defensive lacrosse shaft may be a mistake. They tend to break with an agressive defender. I would look to pick up a shaft from the clearance sections of the following stores:
* https://www.lacrossemonkey.com/clearance/clearance-mens-equipment/clearance-mens-shafts-defense.html
* https://www.sportstop.com/collections/mens-defense-lacrosse-shafts#/filter:ss_promotion:SALE


=Complete Sticks around $100=
===Some Clearance Ideas===
Several websites and Lacrosse manufactures are trying to build great complete sticks for under $100. Below are a list of a few of those sticks that I'd recommend.  
* Nike Vandal Defense Shaft 2019 Model - https://www.sportstop.com/products/nike-vandal-defense-lacrosse-shaft?variant=34340188946570
* Epoch Dragonfly Elite C60 IQ3 - https://www.sportstop.com/products/epoch-dragonfly-elite-c60-iq3-gold-composite-defense-lacrosse-shaft


==Attack/Midfield==
=Mesh Recommendations=
* String King Mark 1 A7150
* Field Players - Stringking 4x - https://stringking.com/mens-lacrosse/mesh/type-4/
http://www.sportstop.com/String-King-Mark-1-A7150-Complete-Attack-Lacrosse-Stick
* Face offs - Stringking 4s (I think 4f is too soft)
 
* STX Super Power + - Great for attack or middie
http://www.universallacrosse.com/stx-universal-customs-99.html


==Defense==
=Value Companies=
* Nike Alpha with Project G Shaft - Good Defensive Head and shaft for $99
* Lacrosse Heads - https://www.relaxsportsco.com/
http://www.universallacrosse.com/nike-alpha-with-project-g-complete-defensive-stick.html
* Lacrosse Shafts - https://www.savagexlacrosse.com/
 
* Mesh and String Supplies - https://www.stringersshack.com/
 
=Mesh Recommendations=
# Stringking 3s
# ECD Heromesh Semi Soft
# ECD Vortex Mesh

Latest revision as of 05:35, 10 December 2021

Introduction

Last Updated 11/23/2021

Lacrosse Retailers

Before buying check out these online retailers for the best prices and if any discounts or checkout codes exist.

Best Beginner Complete Stick

If your brand new to Lacrosse, I'd recommend the StringKing Complete line of sticks. They come with great mesh and pockets and are reasonably priced.

Ages 9 and Under

Ages 10-13

Above 13

  • Buy one of the sticks listed below


Lacrosse Heads

Below are a list of lacrosse heads that we would recommend. Shop around at the above websites to find the best deals. General Comments

  • Buy an X spec or Universal lacrosse head. They are a little wider at the narrowest part of the head, and High School spec sticks will be illegal in the near future
  • Kids usually like white heads as they get into the 12+ age range
  • Use white mesh to blend in with the ball, shooters and sidewalls can be any color, but white shooters also are helpful to make sure the ball isn't as visible. In addition some dyed mesh can feel harder and more rigid giving the head a little less hold

Attack & Midfield

Defense

Face Off

Goalie


Lacrosse Shafts

Lacrosse shafts are mostly a preference thing. It might be best to go into Lacrosse Unlimited and test them out. Depending on the style of player, you may want a stronger shaft vs a lighter shaft. You will want a stronger shaft for the player that likes doing one handed checks, or cross checks with his hands slightly wide. Offensive players will want a lighter shaft.

There really isn't a reason to spend more than $100 for a 40 inch or $175 for a 60 inch Lacrosse shaft. In fact, you can get good deals on shafts at the Lacrosse Monkey clearance section: https://www.lacrossemonkey.com/clearance.html . If you are looking for a newer shaft see the list below.

Attack & Midfield

Defense

Spending alot of money on a defensive lacrosse shaft may be a mistake. They tend to break with an agressive defender. I would look to pick up a shaft from the clearance sections of the following stores:

Some Clearance Ideas

Mesh Recommendations

Value Companies

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