GRYPHON ATOMIC DII G26 36.5

The NKD Supernova 70 pushes the superlow bow concept further, aimed at senior outdoor players who already play at an intermediate level and want more precision out of the curve. The lower the bow sits toward the head, the easier it becomes to get under the ball for flicks and aerial passes, and that's the trade this stick is built around. It's a heavier investment than the Supernova 50 - at 245 EUR - which reflects the deeper bow shaping. Sizes run 36.5 inches and 37.5 inches, supplied as one stick at 36.5" and two at 37.5" per batch. Like the rest of the Supernova range it's an outdoor-only field hockey stick, made for grass and water-based turf rather than indoor courts. Players moving up from a standard low bow will notice the difference in how the ball sits on the face during a drag flick.

The NKD Extreme 50 is an outdoor field hockey stick built for senior players who want to hit hard rather than finesse the ball around midfield. It carries an X-Late Bow profile - the curve sits low on the shaft, closer to the head, which loads power into drag-flicks and hard hits instead of prioritising early touch. That kind of bow suits intermediate players who already have a technical base and are looking to add power, rather than complete beginners still learning basic stick control. It rewards a full, committed swing more than a delicate touch. It comes in 36.5 inch and 37.5 inch lengths, sized for senior outdoor hockey. Choose the length that matches your height and grip rather than automatically taking the longer option - extra reach only helps if you can still control the head through contact.

The NKD Dream 70 - Pro Bow is a senior field hockey stick built for outdoor play, aimed at intermediate players moving past their first proper stick. It combines a Pro bow with a more conventional mid bow shape, giving a blend of the easier ball-lifting a pro-style bow offers with the familiar feel of a mid bow through hitting and passing. That combination suits players developing their skills who aren't ready for the sharper, more specialised profiles found on advanced sticks. The blend of bow shapes also tends to be more forgiving on mis-hits, which matters more at this stage of a player's development than outright power. Built specifically for outdoor turf rather than indoor boards, it comes in senior lengths of 36.5 inch and 37.5 inch. It's a sensible step for a club-level player at an intermediate stage, wanting a stick that helps with technique without demanding an advanced player's control to get the best from it.

The Gryphon Solo DII is a senior field hockey stick built around Gryphon's DII bow profile, positioned as an accessible entry into their performance range rather than a top-tier pro model. The DII bow sits lower down the shaft than a traditional straight stick, giving players an easier time lifting the ball for flicks and aerials while still holding up for straightforward hitting and passing. G26 marks the specific build within Gryphon's Solo line, keeping the stick consistent with the rest of the range in feel and balance. It's aimed at senior players who want a bow-shaped stick without stepping up to Gryphon's Tour or Pro pricing. Available in 36.5 inch and 37.5 inch lengths, it's built as a universal stick rather than one restricted to indoor or outdoor courts, so it moves between training on turf and general club play without issue. For a senior player choosing their first bow stick, or a club player replacing a straight-shafted one, the Solo DII is a reasonable place to start.