How to Attach a Lacrosse Head to a Wooden Shaft

Attaching your head the right way takes about 2 minutes. Doing it wrong can crack your shaft. Here’s how to do it properly. 

Step 1: Slide the Head On

Slide the Hikstik shaft into the throat of your lacrosse head.

• If the fit is snug, push hard. 
• If the fit is loose, wrap electrical tape around the top two inches of the shaft to create a tighter fit. 

Step 2: Drill a Pilot Hole (DO NOT SKIP THIS)

To prevent cracking your shaft, use a 1/8" drill bit to create a 1/2" deep pilot hole. Align the drill bit with the screw hole on the lacrosse head and drill into the wooden shaft. 

Step 3: Clean Up

Remove any wood chippings and debris from the pilot hole to ensure a clean and secure attachment.

Step 4: Insert the Screw

Insert the screw into the pilot hole and tighten it until secure. Be careful not to over-tighten, as this can loosen the screw's hold on the wood.

 

And that's it! Enjoy your newly assembled lacrosse stick and get ready to hit the field with confidence. Happy playing! 

 

A word about warping: 

Warping is a natural process that occurs as wood dries, especially long, skinny lengths of wood. While we make every effort to provide a straight handle (our tolerance is 1/4" over 30" or 1/2" over 60 inches), you can expect it will warp over time. Warping will not affect your gameplay, it's part of the wood experience. You can minimize continual warping by keeping your shaft dry. An annual light sanding and reapplication of a clear coat will help, too.