Ringette Sticks
Due to the high volume of inquiry's regarding new ringette sticks currently being released into the sports market, we are releasing the following information to notify members, players and the general public of Ringette Canada's procedure regarding ringette sticks..
Ringette Canada does not approve models of sticks for play. As Ringette Canada does not have the means to verify the accuracy and consistency of each manufacturer's process of factory, we cannot be certain that all versions of a model will be the same as the sample we might evaluate.
While we cannot approve the model of any sticks, we can and do provide guidance to manufacturers on individual prototypes, if/when asked. There are times, however, when manufacturers do not consult with us prior to distributing sticks for retail sale. For this reason, it is important for the buyer to acknowledge the specifications of 'legal' sticks as described in the Official Rules to obtain a proper playing stick.
We are aware that members of the ringette community do come across sticks in stores but cannot be sure the sticks are legal. Given the constraints noted above, Ringette Canada cannot guarantee that any particular stick is legal without having a certified official view it first. Therefore, we encourage all buyers to be vigilant and to get assurances from the retailer that the stick can be returned should it be deemed ‘illegal’.
The stick specifications from the 2005-2008 Official Rules book are found as follows;
4.2. Ringette Stick
4.2.a The Ringette stick may be made of wood, plastic, aluminum or any similar material. In the case of composite sticks that employ more than one material in their construction, only shafts and tips that are specifically manufactured for each other may be used.
NOTE: For composite sticks consisting of two or more replaceable pieces, each piece must be identified with a manufacturer marking signifying that they are specifically manufactured for each other.
4.2.b Both ends of the stick must be free of cracks and splinters. If the surface of the stick is textured, the difference between the lands and grooves must not exceed 1mm (0.04 in.) Tape may not be added to the playing end of the stick.
4.2.c Width. The width of the shaft must not be less than 27mm (1.06 in.) nor more than 35mm (1.38 in.). The width faces of the stick must form two straight parallel planes from end to end.
4.2.d Thickness. The thickness of the shaft must not be less than 17.5mm (0.69 in.) nor more than 25mm (0.98 in.). The thickness faces of the stick must form two straight parallel planes except at the playing end, which, if tapered, must be symmetrical and formed of straight faces. If the taper is multi-faceted, the angle between faces must not be less than 150º. The taper length must not be more than 250mm (9.84 in.) from the tip.
4.2.e Tip. The thickness of the tip at the playing end must not be less than 12mm (0.47 in.). The tip of the playing end must be at 90o to the parallel portions of the thickness and width faces.
4.2.f Length. The maximum length of the Ringette stick depends upon the height of the player. Measured while the player is standing on skates with the arm extended at 90o to the body, the maximum length of the stick is from the ice to the height of the underarm.
Following are a list of sticks that have been looked at and were deemed appropriate by the Officiating committee of Ringette Canada. Again, please note that this does not mean that these sticks are 'approved' but rather the individual prototypes sent by manufacturers have been spoken to as appropriate for game play. Likewise, sticks that are not on this list may be legal, this list just indicates those that have been evaluated by the Officiating Committee. They are as follows:
Exel stick
Please be advised that the Exel stick is illegal for play under Ringette Canada rules for the following reasons:
1) The taper and face of the stick does not conform to our current rule 4.2.
2) The stick does not meet the minimum width measurements - the tip is less than 27mm.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Ringette Canada's Technical Director via email
Technical Director
Ringette Canada
(613) 748-5655 ext. 224
ringette@ringette.ca
Due to the high volume of inquiry's regarding new ringette sticks currently being released into the sports market, we are releasing the following information to notify members, players and the general public of Ringette Canada's procedure regarding ringette sticks..
Ringette Canada does not approve models of sticks for play. As Ringette Canada does not have the means to verify the accuracy and consistency of each manufacturer's process of factory, we cannot be certain that all versions of a model will be the same as the sample we might evaluate.
While we cannot approve the model of any sticks, we can and do provide guidance to manufacturers on individual prototypes, if/when asked. There are times, however, when manufacturers do not consult with us prior to distributing sticks for retail sale. For this reason, it is important for the buyer to acknowledge the specifications of 'legal' sticks as described in the Official Rules to obtain a proper playing stick.
We are aware that members of the ringette community do come across sticks in stores but cannot be sure the sticks are legal. Given the constraints noted above, Ringette Canada cannot guarantee that any particular stick is legal without having a certified official view it first. Therefore, we encourage all buyers to be vigilant and to get assurances from the retailer that the stick can be returned should it be deemed ‘illegal’.
The stick specifications from the 2005-2008 Official Rules book are found as follows;
4.2. Ringette Stick
4.2.a The Ringette stick may be made of wood, plastic, aluminum or any similar material. In the case of composite sticks that employ more than one material in their construction, only shafts and tips that are specifically manufactured for each other may be used.
NOTE: For composite sticks consisting of two or more replaceable pieces, each piece must be identified with a manufacturer marking signifying that they are specifically manufactured for each other.
4.2.b Both ends of the stick must be free of cracks and splinters. If the surface of the stick is textured, the difference between the lands and grooves must not exceed 1mm (0.04 in.) Tape may not be added to the playing end of the stick.
4.2.c Width. The width of the shaft must not be less than 27mm (1.06 in.) nor more than 35mm (1.38 in.). The width faces of the stick must form two straight parallel planes from end to end.
4.2.d Thickness. The thickness of the shaft must not be less than 17.5mm (0.69 in.) nor more than 25mm (0.98 in.). The thickness faces of the stick must form two straight parallel planes except at the playing end, which, if tapered, must be symmetrical and formed of straight faces. If the taper is multi-faceted, the angle between faces must not be less than 150º. The taper length must not be more than 250mm (9.84 in.) from the tip.
4.2.e Tip. The thickness of the tip at the playing end must not be less than 12mm (0.47 in.). The tip of the playing end must be at 90o to the parallel portions of the thickness and width faces.
4.2.f Length. The maximum length of the Ringette stick depends upon the height of the player. Measured while the player is standing on skates with the arm extended at 90o to the body, the maximum length of the stick is from the ice to the height of the underarm.
Following are a list of sticks that have been looked at and were deemed appropriate by the Officiating committee of Ringette Canada. Again, please note that this does not mean that these sticks are 'approved' but rather the individual prototypes sent by manufacturers have been spoken to as appropriate for game play. Likewise, sticks that are not on this list may be legal, this list just indicates those that have been evaluated by the Officiating Committee. They are as follows:
Exel stick
Please be advised that the Exel stick is illegal for play under Ringette Canada rules for the following reasons:
1) The taper and face of the stick does not conform to our current rule 4.2.
2) The stick does not meet the minimum width measurements - the tip is less than 27mm.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Ringette Canada's Technical Director via email
Technical Director
Ringette Canada
(613) 748-5655 ext. 224
ringette@ringette.ca
Reviewed Sticks Legal for Play
| Manufacturer | Model Name/Number |
| Chance Ringette | Chance PL1500 |
| Canadian Arrow | Coldstream Lumber Vernon BC. |
| DOM Sports |
Ringjet 500 |
| DR Sports Equipment | RS85 |
| NAMI | MYLEC 3500
HR-S-4500,
HR-S-3700, HR-S-3700-T, HR-J-3200 |
| Powertek Sports | Powertek 1000, Powertek 3000 |
| Stinger |
7000, |
| Tiptech | Tiptech |
