Vater Percussion Drumsticks Goodwood Rock nylon tip 16.625 inch GWRN / 42.23 cm Hickory Grade B large barrel

American Hickory: The Goodwood Rock is made from American hickory of grade B. Hickory is denser, harder and heavier than maple, while also being more elastic than oak. This means the wood combines different properties in terms of weight, hardness and elasticity. Hickory can also absorb some of the vibration energy generated during play. Large barrel tip made of nylon: The Goodwood Rock has a large nylon tip with a barrel shape. The distinctive tip shape is a characteristic feature of the Rock version. Due to the nylon used, this variant differs from the corresponding Goodwood Rock with a wood tip. Dimensions: The Goodwood Rock Nylon is 16.625 inch / 42.23 cm long and has a diameter of 0.630 inch / 1.60 cm. The extended length and strong diameter are among the characteristic dimensions of the Rock version. Heavy construction: The Rock is designed as a heavy stick with a long shaft. Together with the diameter of 0.630 inch / 1.60 cm and the large barrel-shaped nylon tip, this creates the characteristic construction of the model. The nylon-tip version carries the model number GWRN. Playing style: According to the information provided, the Goodwood Rock is described for hard rock and heavy metal. The heavy stick, the long shaft and the large barrel-shaped tip characterise this version. The length of 16.625 inch / 42.23 cm adds the stated extra reach to the construction.