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Introduced into the FIH rules this year, for International FIH Sanctioned Events only, is a new measureing system to test if sticks are compliant by having no more than 25mm’s of bow/rake. We’ve made this small video to show how you can make your existing Gryphon compliant if you are having any problems getting it to pass the new test ... Read More »

PRO TOUR INFO Utilising the latest “Real Low Bow” design, the Pro Tour incorporates our proven ultra-premium composition and “SS” Silicon Sleeve technology to leave its own trademark on the ball. The Real Low Bow design offers unmatched ball control and passing speed, increases the response of forehand and backhand lifts when dribbling and adds disguise to passing direction. On ... Read More »

TOUR INFO The Tour design has redefined the boundaries of boutique sticks. Together with our ultra-premium composition and lay-up we’ve thrown 24.5mm of curve into a low bow set-up, 250mm from the base of the stick, to help generate greater passing power and ball control. In addition to this is our breakthrough handle design incorporating Silicon Sleeved handle technology that ... Read More »

GRYPHON TABOO BLUE STEEL DEUCE  The Taboo Blue Steel Deuce is the first release of our exciting new “Deuce” mould. This mould features 3 new major innovations. The 1st innovation is the Maxi Plus extended head shape, the 2nd being the slightly lower than central bow and the 3rd development is the slim shaft and head profile. Naturally, it also ... Read More »

PRO BLUE STEEL The Taboo Pro Blue Steel pushes the boundary in design, performance, feel, materials and cut. It incorporates our Real Low Bow design and offers unmatched ball control and passing speed, increases the response of forehand and backhand lifts when dribbling and adds disguise to passing direction. The Pro Blue Steel also allows for low backhand shots, hits ... Read More »

BLUE STEEL The Taboo Blue Steel is our true International Players match-day stick and reflects our passion for perfection. Engineered and custom designed through relentless research and development for Gryphon’s elite players using our trademark ultra-premium composition and the latest lay-up technology. This stick pushes the boundary in design, performance, feel, materials and cut. A computer did not design the ... Read More »

HANSEL The direct and intense nature of the Taboo Hansel is evident upon pick-up. It has been tweaked to provide a superior statement about what an ultra-premium lay-up should play and feel like. Its responsiveness is second-to-none and it manages to retain that vital crisp feel in harmony with its lethal power. CORE CARBON ARAMIDE FIBREGLASS EPOXY LAY-UP IPS (international ... Read More »

AMBER The Taboo Amber has had its genes firmly embedded in our niche performance category for many years now. The passion behind the ultra-premium composition and lay-up, refined cut and feel is unmistakably Taboo. This stick is crisp from its first pick-up to its last ensuring explosive power for life. CORE CARBON ARAMIDE FIBREGLASS EPOXY LAY-UP IPS (international player specification) ... Read More »

MAGNUM The Taboo Magnum’s dynamic feel and stimulating power are matched perfectly with the trademark Taboo Cut to provide a stick of the highest standards. Its lay-up formula is unique to this range and demonstrates what immediate swing-speed to ball-speed pick-up is all about. CORE CARBON ARAMIDE FIBREGLASS EPOXY LAY-UP IPS (international player specification) APS (aramide protection system) POWER & ... Read More »

TABOO JUNIOR The Taboo Junior redefines the youth stick concept. Boasting an incredible level of ultra-premium composition and lay-up inspired by and for the next generation player. This stick has created a niche in the market and is undeniably the ultimate in crossover hardware for young players. The fresh cut of the Taboo Junior incorporates all the features from the ... Read More »