Calculator Inputs
Example Data Table
| Player Height | Arm Span | Surface | Role | Stance | Preference | Balanced Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 170 cm | 171 cm | Ice | Forward | Neutral | Quick hands | 131.7 cm |
| 178 cm | 180 cm | Ice | Defense | Neutral | Balanced | 140.7 cm |
| 184 cm | 186 cm | Roller | Center | Deep knee bend | Maximum reach | 139.1 cm |
Formula Used
This calculator estimates a recommended standing stick height. It blends body size, arm span, surface, role, stance, skill, and reach preference into one practical fitting result.
Effective Playing Height = Measured Height + Footwear Lift
Arm Adjustment = (Arm Span − Height) × 0.12
Base Standing Height = Effective Playing Height × Surface Ratio
Recommended Standing Height = Base Standing Height + Role Adjustment + Skill Adjustment + Stance Adjustment + Reach Adjustment + Age Adjustment + Arm Adjustment
Surface ratios used:
- Ice: 0.758
- Roller: 0.748
- Street: 0.740
- Ball: 0.765
The control build is set 2 cm shorter than the balanced target. The reach build is set 2 cm longer. Those ranges help players compare handling speed versus defensive reach.
How to Use This Calculator
- Choose centimeters or inches first.
- Enter your height and arm span. Leave arm span blank if unknown.
- Enter footwear lift if your height was measured barefoot.
- Select your playing surface, role, skill level, and stance depth.
- Pick quick hands, balanced, or maximum reach.
- Add your current stick standing height to get trim advice.
- Press the calculate button.
- Review balanced, control, and reach targets, then use CSV or PDF export if needed.
FAQs
1. What does standing stick height mean?
It is the vertical height of the stick when the blade rests on the floor. Players often measure from floor to butt end against a wall.
2. Should every player use the same stick height rule?
No. Position, skating posture, surface, and handling style all change the best fit. A defense player may want more reach, while a puck handler may prefer shorter control.
3. Why does arm span matter here?
Longer arms can comfortably handle a slightly longer stick. Shorter arms may feel better with less length. The calculator adds a modest arm-based adjustment instead of overcorrecting.
4. Can youth players size up for growth?
Slightly, but avoid going too long. Oversized sticks often reduce control, posture, and shooting mechanics. A small extension later is usually safer than starting much too long.
5. Does trimming change how the stick plays?
Yes. Cutting a stick normally makes it feel stiffer and quicker to handle. Extensions can soften the feel slightly and change balance near the top hand.
6. Why are there control and reach targets?
They provide useful fitting ranges. Control targets help quick puck movement. Reach targets help defensive lane coverage and poke checks. Many players test both before final cutting.
7. Does surface type really affect length choice?
Yes. Roller, street, and ball play can change posture, stride, and hand position. Small surface-based adjustments make the recommendation more realistic for actual use.
8. Is this a replacement for on-ice fitting?
It is a strong starting point, not a full replacement. Final fitting should still consider puck feel, lie behavior, and how your shot mechanics look during real play.