Black Tape Vs White Tape – The Stick Guru (2024)

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Black Tape Vs White Tape – The Stick Guru? ›

So using black tape really isn't much better than white. White tape allows you to see the puck on your stick better plus it looks cooler all marked up. Pro tip: Most goalies say they have a harder time focusing on the puck when the stick is white because they cant see when the shot is released.

“White tape provides greater contrast between the puck and the background. As the puck comes off the stick, with greater salience of visual cues, it's going to be easier to predict where the puck is going to go.

Goalies can still see the puck on your stick even if you have black tape on the blade. b. You should use any color tape on your stick that you like and are comfortable with. Using white tape on the stick makes it easier for the goalie to see the puck and read your shot.

White is the most common type of tape used to tape a goalie stick, for one single reason. White tape is harder for a referee to confuse as a puck in a situation where the goalie is scrambling for the puck in their crease. Believe it or not, this is the reason most goalie sticks are taped white.

Saying that, the stats seem to favour the white tape gang. According to Corwin's research, players using white tape average 43 points per 82 games, while players using black tape only average 34 points per 82 games. Well, there you have it. Likely the most in-depth analysis of this debate that you'll ever see.

3M VHB tape offers one of the strongest bonds out of any adhesive. In fact, VHB tape has been certified in the industry to have a powerful bond (it's in the name: VHB = “Very High Bond”). Its adhesive properties alone give it an incredibly durable hold on any surface.

Gorilla tape sticks to smooth, rough and uneven surfaces, including wood, stone, stucco, brick, metal and vinyl. Gorilla Tape, for the Toughest Jobs on Planet Earth^®.

Gretzky used black tape throughout his career. So did Mario Lemieux. Sidney Crosby uses black tape too. Connor McDavid uses white tape and so does Auston Matthews.

Ovechkin is known for the wicked toe curve on his stick, and he knows how to use it to his advantage. He tapes his stick around the toe to just past the halfway point of the blade, using 1.5 inch white cloth tape.

Renfrew Pro Hockey Tape is the official tape for the majority of the professional hockey teams in North America. Renfrew Pro Hockey Tape has also been in the dressing room of every Stanley Cup championship team for over 20 consecutive years.

What stick tape do NHL players use? ›

Grip tape is very popular with NHL players. It also has a soft and spongy feel to it. Polyurethane tape or “poly tape” or more commonly known as shin pad tape. It isn't used too much on hockey sticks but can be used to add depth to your knob and protection against chips.

The blade of the goaltender's stick will not exceed 8.89 cm (3.5 in.) in width at any point nor be less than 7.62 cm (3 in.), except at the heel where it must not exceed 11.43 cm (4.5 in.) in width; the goaltender's stick will not exceed 39.37 cm (15.5 in.) in length from the heel to the end of the blade.

A popular goalie stick in 2023 is the CCM EFlex 5 Prolite. Historically CCM has had some durability issues with their goalie sticks; they've addressed those concerns in the EFlex 5. This goalie stick has been optimized to reduce vibration otherwise known as “puck shock”.

Taping protects the blade from wear and tear, provides a better grip on the stick shaft, and allows you to customize the knob size to fit your hand. Wrapping hockey tape on the blade also prevents moisture and ice buildup, so the puck tracks with your blade instead of slipping out of control.

How often should you be retaping your stick really? Well, for some players, they wait until the tape is about to fall off and is in NEED of a retape. On the other hand, there are some players that use taping up their twig as part of their pregame ritual and need a fresh one before every game.

For occasions that call for quick and easy decorating, Scotch® Wall-Safe Tape is the best solution.

Being quick and easy to use our black tape is ideal for use in warehouses, retails outlets, and on packing stations and can be used with a handy tape gun or dispenser for even faster productivity as well as by hand.

White Gorilla tape sticks to smooth, rough and uneven surfaces, including wood, stone, stucco, brick, metal and vinyl. Gorilla Tape, for the Toughest Jobs on Planet Earth^®.

What is the strongest double-sided tape? The strongest double-sided tape is usually considered UHB, or Ultra High Bonding, tape. UHB tape offers superior adhesion on both sides of the tape to secure rugs, hang pictures, and more. VHB, or Very High Bonding, is another high-quality tape product worth considering.