The mantis shrimp uses its club for two decades without breaking. It can punch through some of the hardest shells at the bottom of the sea. Sixteen universities and 60 researchers spent $14M figuring out why: it's all about the fiber architecture. Researchers studying this impressive weapon discovered that its high performance is a result of the unique fiber structure and orientation of layers. These layers deflect the energy from a punch, preventing it from spreading and causing damage.

The resulting Helicoid Technology is now in hockey sticks by CCM, DOD applications, and our new Roya paddle. We paired it with BioFLX™—a first-of-its-kind thermoplastic and flax composite that's fundamentally different from the thermoset resins everyone else uses.

The result: demonstrably larger sweet spot, longer ball contact time, and vibration damping properties you can measure. Named after Isle Royale in Michigan, this is the most technically sophisticated paddle in the sport. Not hyperbole—check the patent filings and award nominations.