As many of our loyal customers know, innovation is at the heart of our product development team as we consistently try to maximise the capabilities of each new hockey stick. Well, the wait for the next evolution in technical performance is over, introducing the PB+ (Probow Plus) collection - a range designed specifically for the game’s most technical players. Could this revolutionary design be the best Grays Hockey stick on the market for you?
1. A New Era For Probow Lovers
The PB+ maintains the iconic Probow geometry that has defined the technical game for years. Featuring a 24.75mm bow height at a 200mm apex, the transition for players moving from existing Probow models is completely seamless, offering the familiar profile you love with significant, added performance benefits. You get the same ultra-low bow profile for drag flicking and 3D skills, combined with strategic additions and a new composite layup, that offers our players a unique edge in their all-round gameplay – think more control, touch, power and reverse stick hitting.
2. Modern Technology With A Sustainable Push
The new PB+ collection represents the next evolution of Grays' iconic Probow range, combining the same ultra-low bow profile loved by players with a series of advanced manufacturing innovations. Designed to elevate both performance and sustainability, the PB+ sticks feature a newly engineered material composition within the layup, delivering enhanced consistency, stiffness and overall quality. Alongside this, Grays Hockey has introduced a pioneering 0% solvent core construction, reducing the environmental impact of production while improving factory working conditions. These developments ensure the PB+ range not only performs at the highest level but also reflects a commitment to more responsible manufacturing.
Product Designer, Ian Thomas, explains: “A solvent-free core construction reduces environmental impact aligning with the commitment to a more sustainable future. The Plus range will be 0% solvent in carbon fibre/resin construction. A small amount of solvent (around 5% of stick weight) will be used for paints/decoration for the reason of durability, but no solvents will be used inside hockey stick. This will improve factory worker conditions and help the climate. This is a small step to improve the environment and particularly our factories where our hockey sticks are produced.”
Ian Thomas also highlights the improvements made to the stick construction process: “In order to vastly improve the aesthetic look of the Plus range we have worked with the factory to produce a significantly better lay-up process for the inner and outer carbon fabrics of our Plus hockey sticks. This will result in less distortion of the fabrics on the sticks so that the final result is a much higher quality. The aesthetic quality of a hockey stick is directly linked to the stiffness and performance quality. At Grays Hockey we strive to improve both, to give our customers the best hockey sticks in the market today.”
3. Innovation in Every Touch: The Vertex Head
Central to the PB+ switch up is the new Vertex head shape. Contoured specifically to cushion the ball, the Vertex head provides players with a uniquely responsive feel and supreme control.
The design promotes a better ball-carrying position, while the reinforced rear profile offers improved power when hitting. What does this ultimately mean? Well, these intricate changes allow players to transition from a soft, controlled touch, to a powerful strike with more efficiency than ever before.
Whether you’re controlling the ball at pace, dribbling past players with ease or lining up a top bins rocket – the Vertex head will elevate your game seamlessly.
4. Dominating the Reverse: Enhanced Low Backhand Zone
Following the success of the DB+ range, one feature that stood out to the players that made the switch was the enhanced low backhand zone (LBZ). The PB+ collection follows suit and is reinforced with the popular LBZ, offering the largest surface area for reverse stick play in the Grays Hockey range. This added surface area provides supreme stability and a cleaner, more powerful ball striking ability on the backhand, giving you the freedom and confidence to hit trust your reverse.
5. Market Leading Material Excellence
The performance of the PB+ family is underpinned by Graphene. This unique material is stronger than steel yet incredibly light, Graphene provides outstanding stiffness and durability while acting as a natural dampener for high shock absorption. Put simply, the PB+ sticks are lightweight and extremely powerful all whilst limiting those dreaded vibrations...!
6. The PB+ Line-up: Power Tailored to You
The PB+ collection offers three distinct models, each featuring a technical aesthetic with premium foils and tinted carbon fabric:
PB11+: The pinnacle of power in the collection, featuring a specialised material matrix and enhanced spine for maximum energy transfer. (Turquoise / Silver)
PB9+: An optimised combination of power and control, perfect for the technical playmaker who does it all. (Red / Silver)
PB7+: Offers intermediate power with exceptionally high levels of control, ideal for players who prioritise feel and precision. (Caribbean Green / Silver)
*Also available in Junior
All models are available in 36.5L, 37.5L, and 38.5L. Step up to the Plus Collection this season and experience the evolution of the Probow.
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