ATTACK & MIDFIELD

Attack & midfield shafts: how to pick your weight

Attack and midfield shafts are 30". The decisions left are material and weight, and both come down to a trade-off between hand speed and how the shaft behaves when it takes a hit.

Lighter is faster. Heavier lasts longer.

The Darkhorse 30" Carbon Lacrosse Shaft comes in three weights on one page, all with a 3D raised checkered grip and smooth matte finish.

  • 145g (carbon): the lightest shaft we make. Best for attackmen and offensive middies who live on quick stick work and want the ball out of their stick fast.
  • 175g (carbon): the balanced pick, and the one most players should start with. Enough weight to feel solid on checks, light enough to dodge with. Ideal for two-way middies.
  • 210g (carbon): built for players who break shafts. Thicker walls and more material in the impact zone. Also the right choice if you play short stick D or box.
  • Sc-Ti 7X (185g, scandium-titanium alloy): for players who want metal. Dents or bends instead of snapping, so a damaged shaft usually finishes the game. $79.99, in Bead Blast and 3D Raised Checkered finishes.

Carbon or metal?

Carbon composite is lighter than alloy at the same strength and adds flex that puts extra snap on your shot. It also won't dent or bend the way a 6000 or 7000 series alloy shaft will. Where metal has the edge is failure mode: metal bends, carbon breaks. Our Sc-Ti 7X exists for players who'd rather have a shaft that dents, and our heavier carbon weights exist to close the gap for everyone else.

Are they legal for high school and college?

Yes. All Primo shafts are NFHS and NCAA legal.

Buy two, save 15%

Buy any 2 Darkhorse 30" shafts and save 15%, or 5 or more and save 20%. Mix weights and colors. The discount applies automatically at checkout, and your backup is already in your bag instead of two weeks out.

All shafts include our warranty and a 30-day trial guarantee. More questions? See our FAQ.