It's important to feel how the stick feels when you have your skates on and when you're in your goaltending stance. Also, make sure you feel like you have a proper grip on the stick even with the goalie glove on. The height of the paddle determines the size of the stick. Most goalies prefer lightweight and well-balanced composite goalie sticks. What brands of goalie sticks can you find at Hockeystore? Bauer, CCM, Warrior, and True.