{"title":"CKF85 Hockey Sticks","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"2023-evolution-ckf85","title":"Evolution CKF85 (2023)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 legacy model.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Evolution CKF85 remains a valid Mercian choice where the player's fit, Pro or Mid shape and preference for a balanced \/ direct response match. It is previous-generation stock: price and remaining availability are purchase trade-offs, not reasons for suitability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow it fits the Mercian choice system\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFit:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36.5-inch and 37.5-inch lengths, with some 39-inch Pro stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBend:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pro and Mid are genuinely different Mercian shapes. The Mid bend is the higher, straighter, more traditional-shape option, with a 22mm bow positioned 300mm from the head. It aligns the hands more closely with the stick face and can favour hitting and slapping accuracy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResponse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced \/ Direct — a responsive, firmer feel while retaining more balance than the most direct \/ powerful constructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eConstruction and feel\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e85% carbon with fibreglass and Kevlar reinforcement plus vibration-control materials. Carbon percentage describes construction and response; it is not a player-level score.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrade-off:\u003c\/strong\u003e choose the shape that matches how you play, then compare legacy price and remaining stock with current alternatives. Mid is a legacy Mercian bend and is not part of the current 2026 bend range.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercian","offers":[{"title":"36.5\" \/ Pro - Dual \/ Smoked Carbon \/ Teal","offer_id":43423509479579,"sku":"HSEVCKF8523PRO36","price":140.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"37.5\" \/ Pro - Dual \/ Smoked Carbon \/ Teal","offer_id":43423509512347,"sku":"HSEVCKF8523PRO37","price":140.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"39\" \/ Pro - Dual \/ Smoked Carbon \/ Teal","offer_id":43423509545115,"sku":"HSEVCKF8523PRO39","price":140.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"36.5\" \/ Mid - Dual \/ Smoked Carbon \/ Teal","offer_id":43423509577883,"sku":"HSEVCKF8523MID36","price":140.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"37.5\" \/ Mid - Dual \/ Smoked Carbon \/ Teal","offer_id":43423509610651,"sku":"HSEVCKF8523MID37","price":140.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0412\/6005\/6731\/files\/HSEVCKF8523_HALF_REAR_COLLAGE_20_20_200DPI.png?v=1775582820"},{"product_id":"mercian-evolution-ckf85-pro-bend-hockey-stick-25","title":"Mercian Evolution CKF85 Pro Bend Hockey Stick","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; justify-content:space-between; gap:24px; margin:18px 0 22px 0; text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; min-width:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:26px; line-height:1; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e◎\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px; font-weight:600; color:#111; line-height:1.35;\"\u003eAll-round skills\u003cbr\u003e\u0026amp; passing\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; min-width:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:26px; line-height:1; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e▲\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px; font-weight:600; color:#111; line-height:1.35;\"\u003eBalanced \/ Direct\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; min-width:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:26px; line-height:1; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e★\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px; font-weight:600; color:#111; line-height:1.35;\"\u003ePro\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 28px 0; text-align:center; font-size:14px; line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot sure this is the right stick for you?\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/which-hockey-stick-should-i-choose\" style=\"font-weight:700; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eGet help choosing your stick\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/all-round-hockey-sticks\" style=\"font-weight:700; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eCompare all-round sticks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCKF85 Pro — Pro shape with a Balanced \/ Direct response\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEvolution CKF85 Pro\u003c\/strong\u003e is for players who want Mercian's broad all-round Pro shape with a \u003cstrong\u003eBalanced \/ Direct\u003c\/strong\u003e response.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose the CKF85 Pro?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose this stick when \u003cstrong\u003eall-round low-bow shape suits the player\u003c\/strong\u003e and you want a more direct response than Mercian's Balanced constructions without moving to the most direct end of the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePro bend \/ shape\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePro is Mercian's broad all-round low-bow route. The current CKF85 Pro specification gives a \u003cstrong\u003e23.5 mm maximum bend at 230 mm from the head\u003c\/strong\u003e, supporting a versatile mix of receiving, carrying, passing and striking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBalanced \/ Direct response\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe CKF85 Pro sits in Mercian's \u003cstrong\u003eBalanced \/ Direct\u003c\/strong\u003e response band. Its current construction combines \u003cstrong\u003e85% carbon, 10% fibreglass and 5% Kevlar\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eConstruction, touch and control\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-friction face finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e increases contact friction and adds damping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNano-polymer resin:\u003c\/strong\u003e strengthens laminate bonding and helps reduce delamination risk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTungsten Carbide Diffused Kevlar:\u003c\/strong\u003e supports durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePiezo-electric fibres:\u003c\/strong\u003e provide additional vibration management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese features help explain the finished stick. They do not replace the more important bend and response decisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhen another current option may suit better\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you want the same broad all-round route with a more balanced response, compare \u003cstrong\u003eCKF55 Pro\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eCKF65 Pro\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you want a more direct response, compare \u003cstrong\u003eCF95 Pro\u003c\/strong\u003e. Choose by the response you can use, not by treating the models as a quality ladder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe current product is configured in \u003cstrong\u003e36.5\"\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e37.5\"\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e39\"\u003c\/strong\u003e. Live availability is shown above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStill comparing?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/mercian-stick-bends\" style=\"font-weight:700; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eUnderstand Mercian stick bends\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/all-round-hockey-sticks\" style=\"font-weight:700; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eCompare all-round sticks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/power-touch-carbon\" style=\"font-weight:700; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eUnderstand Power, Touch \u0026amp; Carbon\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/which-hockey-stick-should-i-choose\" style=\"font-weight:700; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eReturn to Guided Stick Choice\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercian","offers":[{"title":"36.5\" \/ Silver Carbon \/ Lime","offer_id":55679744672126,"sku":"HSEVCKF8525PRO36","price":210.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"37.5\" \/ Silver Carbon \/ Lime","offer_id":55679744704894,"sku":"HSEVCKF8525PRO37","price":210.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"39\" \/ Silver Carbon \/ Lime","offer_id":55679744737662,"sku":"HSEVCKF8525PRO39","price":210.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0412\/6005\/6731\/files\/HSEVCKF8525PROEVOLUTIONCKF85_Pro_Neon_Dish_FlatbackHAlF.jpg?v=1775583604"},{"product_id":"mercian-evolution-ckf85-xtreme-bend-hockey-stick-25","title":"Mercian Evolution CKF85 Xtreme Bend Hockey Stick","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; justify-content:space-between; gap:24px; margin:18px 0 22px 0; text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; min-width:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:26px; line-height:1; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e◎\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px; font-weight:600; color:#111; line-height:1.35;\"\u003eReverse-stick lifts\u003cbr\u003e\u0026amp; 3D\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; min-width:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:26px; line-height:1; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e▲\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px; font-weight:600; color:#111; line-height:1.35;\"\u003eBalanced \/ Direct\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; min-width:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:26px; line-height:1; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e★\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px; font-weight:600; color:#111; line-height:1.35;\"\u003eXtreme\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 28px 0; text-align:center; font-size:14px; line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot sure this is the right stick for you?\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/which-hockey-stick-should-i-choose\" style=\"font-weight:700; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eGet help choosing your stick\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/xtreme-hockey-sticks\" style=\"font-weight:700; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eCompare all Xtreme sticks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCKF85 Xtreme — Xtreme shape with a Balanced \/ Direct response\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEvolution CKF85 Xtreme\u003c\/strong\u003e is for players whose hockey genuinely benefits from specialist Xtreme shape and who want a \u003cstrong\u003eBalanced \/ Direct\u003c\/strong\u003e response.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose the CKF85 Xtreme?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose this stick when \u003cstrong\u003eXtreme shape solves a real reverse-stick or 3D requirement\u003c\/strong\u003e and you want a response that sits between Mercian's balanced and most direct constructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eXtreme bend \/ shape\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eXtreme is Mercian's specialist route for reverse-stick lifting and 3D play. The CKF85 Xtreme specification gives a \u003cstrong\u003e24.5 mm maximum bend at 200 mm from the head\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong\u003e2 mm concave shaft profile\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003e4-degree face twist\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBalanced \/ Direct response\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe CKF85 Xtreme sits in Mercian's \u003cstrong\u003eBalanced \/ Direct\u003c\/strong\u003e response band. Its current construction combines \u003cstrong\u003e85% carbon, 10% fibreglass and 5% Kevlar\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eConstruction, touch and control\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-friction face finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e increases contact friction and adds damping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNano-polymer resin:\u003c\/strong\u003e strengthens laminate bonding and helps reduce delamination risk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTungsten Carbide Diffused Kevlar:\u003c\/strong\u003e supports durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePiezo-electric fibres:\u003c\/strong\u003e provide additional vibration management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese features help explain the finished stick. They do not replace the more important bend and response decisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhen another current option may suit better\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you want to keep \u003cstrong\u003eXtreme\u003c\/strong\u003e shape with a softer response, compare \u003cstrong\u003eCKF55 Xtreme\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you want a more direct response, compare \u003cstrong\u003eCF95 Xtreme\u003c\/strong\u003e. The shape stays specialist; the response is the main remaining trade-off.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe current product is configured in \u003cstrong\u003e36.5\"\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e37.5\"\u003c\/strong\u003e. Live availability is shown above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStill comparing?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/mercian-stick-bends\" style=\"font-weight:700; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eUnderstand Mercian stick bends\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/xtreme-hockey-sticks\" style=\"font-weight:700; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eCompare all Xtreme sticks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/power-touch-carbon\" style=\"font-weight:700; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eUnderstand Power, Touch \u0026amp; Carbon\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/which-hockey-stick-should-i-choose\" style=\"font-weight:700; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eReturn to Guided Stick Choice\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercian","offers":[{"title":"36.5\" \/ Silver Carbon \/ Lime","offer_id":55679745065342,"sku":"HSEVCKF8525XTR36","price":210.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"37.5\" \/ Silver Carbon \/ Lime","offer_id":55679745098110,"sku":"HSEVCKF8525XTR37","price":210.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0412\/6005\/6731\/files\/HSEVCKF8525XTREVOLUTIONCKF85_XT_Neon_Dish_FlatBackHALF.jpg?v=1775583624"},{"product_id":"mercian-evolution-ckf85-pro-bend-hockey-stick-26","title":"Mercian Evolution CKF85 Pro Bend Hockey Stick","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; justify-content:space-between; gap:24px; margin:18px 0 22px 0; text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; min-width:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:26px; line-height:1; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e◎\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px; font-weight:600; color:#111; line-height:1.35;\"\u003eAll-round skills\u003cbr\u003e\u0026amp; passing\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; min-width:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:26px; line-height:1; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e▲\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px; font-weight:600; color:#111; line-height:1.35;\"\u003eBalanced \/ Direct\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; min-width:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:26px; line-height:1; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e★\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px; font-weight:600; color:#111; line-height:1.35;\"\u003ePro\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 28px 0; text-align:center; font-size:14px; line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot sure this is the right stick for you?\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/which-hockey-stick-should-i-choose\" style=\"font-weight:700; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eGet help choosing your stick\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/all-round-hockey-sticks\" style=\"font-weight:700; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eCompare all-round sticks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCKF85 Pro — Pro shape with a Balanced \/ Direct response\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEvolution CKF85 Pro\u003c\/strong\u003e is for players who want Mercian's broad all-round Pro shape with a \u003cstrong\u003eBalanced \/ Direct\u003c\/strong\u003e response.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose the CKF85 Pro?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose this stick when \u003cstrong\u003eall-round low-bow shape suits the player\u003c\/strong\u003e and you want a more direct response than Mercian's Balanced constructions without moving to the most direct end of the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePro bend \/ shape\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePro is Mercian's broad all-round low-bow route. The current CKF85 Pro specification gives a \u003cstrong\u003e23.5 mm maximum bend at 230 mm from the head\u003c\/strong\u003e, supporting a versatile mix of receiving, carrying, passing and striking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBalanced \/ Direct response\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe CKF85 Pro sits in Mercian's \u003cstrong\u003eBalanced \/ Direct\u003c\/strong\u003e response band. Its current construction combines \u003cstrong\u003e85% carbon, 10% fibreglass and 5% Kevlar\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eConstruction, touch and control\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-friction face finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e increases contact friction and adds damping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNano-polymer resin:\u003c\/strong\u003e strengthens laminate bonding and helps reduce delamination risk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTungsten Carbide Diffused Kevlar:\u003c\/strong\u003e supports durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePiezo-electric fibres:\u003c\/strong\u003e provide additional vibration management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese features help explain the finished stick. They do not replace the more important bend and response decisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhen another current option may suit better\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you want the same broad all-round route with a more balanced response, compare \u003cstrong\u003eCKF55 Pro\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eCKF65 Pro\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you want a more direct response, compare \u003cstrong\u003eCF95 Pro\u003c\/strong\u003e. Choose by the response you can use, not by treating the models as a quality ladder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe current product is configured in \u003cstrong\u003e36.5\"\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e37.5\"\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e39\"\u003c\/strong\u003e. Live availability is shown above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStill comparing?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/mercian-stick-bends\" style=\"font-weight:700; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eUnderstand Mercian stick bends\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/all-round-hockey-sticks\" style=\"font-weight:700; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eCompare all-round sticks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/power-touch-carbon\" style=\"font-weight:700; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eUnderstand Power, Touch \u0026amp; Carbon\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/which-hockey-stick-should-i-choose\" style=\"font-weight:700; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eReturn to Guided Stick Choice\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercian","offers":[{"title":"36.5\" \/ Black Carbon \/ Lime","offer_id":58090772201854,"sku":"HSEVCKF8526PRO36","price":210.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"37.5\" \/ Black Carbon \/ Lime","offer_id":58090772234622,"sku":"HSEVCKF8526PRO37","price":210.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"39\" \/ Black Carbon \/ Lime","offer_id":58090772267390,"sku":"HSEVCKF8526PRO39","price":210.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0412\/6005\/6731\/files\/2026-mercian-evolution-ckf85-pro-rear.jpg?v=1793112258"},{"product_id":"mercian-evolution-ckf85-xtreme-bend-hockey-stick-26","title":"Mercian Evolution CKF85 Xtreme Bend Hockey Stick","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex; justify-content:space-between; gap:24px; margin:18px 0 22px 0; text-align:center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; min-width:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:26px; line-height:1; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e◎\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px; font-weight:600; color:#111; line-height:1.35;\"\u003eReverse-stick lifts\u003cbr\u003e\u0026amp; 3D\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; min-width:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:26px; line-height:1; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e▲\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px; font-weight:600; color:#111; line-height:1.35;\"\u003eBalanced \/ Direct\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1; min-width:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:26px; line-height:1; margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e★\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px; font-weight:600; color:#111; line-height:1.35;\"\u003eXtreme\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 28px 0; text-align:center; font-size:14px; line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNot sure this is the right stick for you?\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/which-hockey-stick-should-i-choose\" style=\"font-weight:700; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eGet help choosing your stick\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/xtreme-hockey-sticks\" style=\"font-weight:700; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eCompare all Xtreme sticks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCKF85 Xtreme — Xtreme shape with a Balanced \/ Direct response\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEvolution CKF85 Xtreme\u003c\/strong\u003e is for players whose hockey genuinely benefits from specialist Xtreme shape and who want a \u003cstrong\u003eBalanced \/ Direct\u003c\/strong\u003e response.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose the CKF85 Xtreme?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose this stick when \u003cstrong\u003eXtreme shape solves a real reverse-stick or 3D requirement\u003c\/strong\u003e and you want a response that sits between Mercian's balanced and most direct constructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eXtreme bend \/ shape\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eXtreme is Mercian's specialist route for reverse-stick lifting and 3D play. The CKF85 Xtreme specification gives a \u003cstrong\u003e24.5 mm maximum bend at 200 mm from the head\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong\u003e2 mm concave shaft profile\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003e4-degree face twist\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBalanced \/ Direct response\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe CKF85 Xtreme sits in Mercian's \u003cstrong\u003eBalanced \/ Direct\u003c\/strong\u003e response band. Its current construction combines \u003cstrong\u003e85% carbon, 10% fibreglass and 5% Kevlar\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eConstruction, touch and control\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-friction face finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e increases contact friction and adds damping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNano-polymer resin:\u003c\/strong\u003e strengthens laminate bonding and helps reduce delamination risk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTungsten Carbide Diffused Kevlar:\u003c\/strong\u003e supports durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePiezo-electric fibres:\u003c\/strong\u003e provide additional vibration management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese features help explain the finished stick. They do not replace the more important bend and response decisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhen another current option may suit better\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you want to keep \u003cstrong\u003eXtreme\u003c\/strong\u003e shape with a softer response, compare \u003cstrong\u003eCKF55 Xtreme\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you want a more direct response, compare \u003cstrong\u003eCF95 Xtreme\u003c\/strong\u003e. The shape stays specialist; the response is the main remaining trade-off.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe current product is configured in \u003cstrong\u003e36.5\"\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e37.5\"\u003c\/strong\u003e. Live availability is shown above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStill comparing?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/mercian-stick-bends\" style=\"font-weight:700; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eUnderstand Mercian stick bends\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/xtreme-hockey-sticks\" style=\"font-weight:700; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eCompare all Xtreme sticks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/power-touch-carbon\" style=\"font-weight:700; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eUnderstand Power, Touch \u0026amp; Carbon\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/which-hockey-stick-should-i-choose\" style=\"font-weight:700; text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eReturn to Guided Stick Choice\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercian","offers":[{"title":"36.5\" \/ Black Carbon \/ Lime","offer_id":58090772529534,"sku":"HSEVCKF8526XTR36","price":210.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"37.5\" \/ Black Carbon \/ Lime","offer_id":58090772562302,"sku":"HSEVCKF8526XTR37","price":210.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0412\/6005\/6731\/files\/2026-mercian-evolution-ckf85-xtreme-rear.jpg?v=1793112281"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.mercianhockey.com\/collections\/2026-ckf85-sticks.oembed","provider":"Mercian Hockey","version":"1.0","type":"link"}