SLEDGE HOCKEY DRILLS AND SKILLS | SLED SETUP
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- čas přidán 24. 08. 2024
- So, I did the best I could with having a Rev Force 1 sled on hand. There are many other models of sleds available at www.uniqueinventionsinc.com to help you, and depending on your disability there’s a lot to consider in sled setup. But with these two sleds as an example, here are the main things you should focus on when trying to dial in your sled.
1. Proper length (Knees should generally be bent around 30 degrees (or 150 depending on how you look at it)
2. Proper height (So your knuckles just scrape above the ice surface)
3. Blade positioning, front to back (Finding the balance point of your sled so your nose is off the ice)
4. Bucket angle (Depending on your disability and what’s comfortable for you)
I touch on stick length as well which is really important. Most players have sticks that are too long vs sticks that are too short.
Sticks that are too long means:
1. You’re ending your stride early and/or you’ll be choking up on your sticks a lot (Hands not at the top of the blades)
2. Proper length (Knees should generally be bent around 30 degrees (or 150 depending on how you look at it)
3. You’ll have to put more effort into your shot because of the long leverage point
Sticks that are too short means:
1. You end your stride too soon, not achieving a full stride and making you pick a lot more
2. You’ll have great acceleration but lack a better top speed
3. You’ll probably raise the puck easier and have a harder shot, but lack an overall ability to be more creative and pick corners, shoot from distances farther away, etc… plus it will affect your reach in battling in corners, stick handling, and how much more you can do with passing.
As things progress I’d love to do at least a few more of these videos on sled setup because there’s a lot of players out there that need help with this. If you have a specific question about your setup please leave me a comment and include a photo of you in your sled so I can see what you look like. I’ll do my best to help as many people as I can.
Hope you enjoy!
Kevin for the newbie just starting on learning and playing sled hockey this video is very helpful. Thank you
Another great video Kevin, experience and knowledge is the most valuable thing anyone can share. Thanks
Thanks JB! Moreto come!
Just about to try sledge hockey for the first time. Your video was very informative and helpful, thanks.
Andy UK
Awesome, Andy!!!
Very informative video. Thank you for making it. ❤
Hey Kevin, please note that these videos you've done are amazing. I'm just getting back on the ice myself and they've been incredibly helpful. The only thing I've been wanting to still hunt down is what is the best way to transfer. I cannot help but wonder if some company could create something to make the move from the chair to the bucket and back to be easier. Either way, I plan to spend way more time with your videos and I wanted to send a sincere thank you for the level of detail, effort and passion you've put into them. I'm going for a Razor myself, until I know I've dialed things down like you've suggested, even though I want to take a big risk to go for the Blizzard. I'm going to suggest to Unique Inventions to link to this video of yours. Again, however, thank you. Keep looking after yourself too my friend. I appreciate you sharing your struggles on your site. Cheers man.
Hey Mr. B, thanks so much!
What injury are you? Are you a para?
We have a friend, Gord Bollert, who is in his 60's, is a para, and is an incredible example of grit, determination, and ingenuity about adapting his wheelchair and sled to make transfers easier.
Shoot me an email with more info if you get a chance. info@playsledgehockey.com
Cheers!
#Buttdown
Thanks so much for making this video 👍
It’s been super helpful
Can’t wait to get some adjustments made and go try it out on the ice 😊🏒
I just got a new Razor sled and have been working on "dialing it in". This video is very helpful! Thank you!
Awesome, glad it helps!
Another great video - shared on FB. Valuable info!!! Thanks Kevin.
Right on Cathie!
Pretty clear I need to get out of beginning sled as soon as possible. But this video is really helpful in shelling me understand a benchmark, where I’m at now. There is a lot I can do with sled I have also.
Yep, keep moving the blades in closer as much as you can until you find the sweet spot!
Hey Kevin great videos was wondering if you could do any videos involving goalie, so proper sled/placement like this one, getting up and down as a goalie, movement as goalie etc as I recently started playing goalie and love it however... I find goalie coaching and direction lacking and hard to find...I know you don’t play goal so if the videos aren’t doable any direction I can be pointed in would be fantastic I’m from Calgary Alberta Canada
Thanks for the request, Alex. It's on the list!!
Kevin Rempel great! Can’t wait :)
Nice video bro. Can you also create a video on how to shoot effectively and how( wrist shot, slap shot , etc.)
You bet. It's recorded... scheduled to be released a little bit later my friend - after a few more fundamental videos first. :)
Kevin Rempel okay thanks.. I've been searching on CZcams on how to lift the puck but I still can't find any that would actually teach me to lift step by step, effectively.
Kevin I've been watching your Videos and I like how you do this and I want to learn easy ways for beginners to go fast and slow.
Keep clicking in my channel playlist... there's 35 videos to watch with more info!
Kevin I know this video is old but I've got a few question I have Cerebral Palsy and am going to be playing my first season of sledge hockey heres my issue I can walk but I have a huge amount of back pain when I sit for a long time do they allow goalies who can walk run normal goalie pads and stand if sitting causes them pain? or do I have to play in a sled?
Yes, you have to play in a sled.
Great job on the video and quite enjoyed it. I am doing the game tomorrow (Friday February 21st as well as both games on the weekend at the Richmond Oval.
All three games are against the USA, so should be fun for everyone. If you watch, enjoy the game and send me a note on Twitter and let me know. twitter.com/Sportswave
what brand/company did make your custom sled, because I am interested in buying a custom made/modified hockey sled?
Visit www.uniqueinventionsinc.com
Im trying to learn im a normal hockey goalie but i have to learn because im playing on a fund raiser
I played for 2 games back to back friday and scored 2 goals but i was pretty tired at the end