Adidas Fabella 2026 Hockey Sticks: Which Model Is Right for You?
The Adidas Fabella has become one of the most recognisable hockey stick ranges adidas has produced.
But choosing between the different models can get confusing quickly.
At one end of the range sits the Fabella .95, designed for elite and international players looking for maximum performance.
At the other is the Fabella .20, a much softer and more forgiving stick aimed at beginners and players moving into their first senior hockey stick.
They may look similar.
They may share the same core shape.
But they are designed for completely different players.
In this Total Hockey Labs guide, we break down the adidas Fabella range and help you choose the model that best suits your level, playing style and development.
Watch the full Total Hockey Labs guide below, or keep reading as we break down the complete Adidas Fabella 2026 hockey stick range and help you find the model that best suits your level and style of play.
What Is the Adidas Fabella Hockey Stick?
The Fabella is built around balance and control.
It isn't the most aggressive stick in the adidas range.
If your game revolves around extreme aerials, drag flicking and aggressive 3D skills, the Chaosfury may be the better option.
If you're looking for something with more attacking flair and creativity, another adidas shape may suit you.
The Fabella is different.
It is designed for players who want a dependable, balanced stick for:
- passing
- receiving
- outlet balls
- dribbling
- touch
- control
- all-round hockey
That makes it particularly attractive for midfielders and defenders, although the shape can work for any player who values control and consistency.
What Bow Does the adidas Fabella Have?
The Fabella uses a mid-to-low or pro-bow style shape.
That gives the stick enough bow for modern hockey without turning it into a specialist lifted-skills stick.
It is designed to make flat passing and hitting comfortable while still allowing players to get the ball off the ground when required.
That balance is a big part of the Fabella philosophy.
You aren't forced towards one type of skill.
Instead, the stick gives you a platform to do a bit of everything.
What Is the Pure Head?
Across the Fabella range, adidas uses its Pure Head construction.
This is a more traditional head shape designed around dependable control and all-round play.
The same overall stick philosophy remains throughout the range.
Whether you buy the .95 or the .20, the core shape stays familiar.
What changes is primarily the construction and how stiff or forgiving the stick feels.
What Changes Between Fabella Models?
As you move up through the range, the sticks generally become:
- stiffer
- more performance-focused
- more powerful
- less forgiving
As you move down through the range, you get:
- more fibreglass
- more cushioning
- more touch and feel
- easier control
- more forgiveness
That means the highest-rated model is not automatically the correct one for you.
Adidas Fabella .95
The Fabella .95 sits at the very top of the range.
This is the elite-performance model.
It contains the highest level of carbon in the Fabella family and also uses a carbon sleeve to create additional stiffness.
Because an extremely stiff stick can reduce touch and cushioning, adidas also incorporates a foam core to help return some feel.
Who should use the Fabella .95?
This model is aimed primarily at:
- elite players
- internationals
- top-level senior players
- experienced players who want maximum power
- players with excellent existing ball control
The .95 gives you huge performance potential.
But it expects more from the player too.
Why the Fabella .95 Is Less Forgiving
Stiffness can be fantastic when hitting.
But when receiving?
It requires more control.
A highly experienced player can cushion the ball and manage that stiffness.
A developing player may find the same stick much harder to use.
That's why buying the top model simply because it is the top model isn't always sensible.
Adidas Fabella .90
The Fabella .90 is only a small step down from the .95.
You're still getting a high-performance hockey stick.
The difference is a slightly softer feel and a little more comfort when controlling the ball.
Who should use the Fabella .90?
It's a strong option for:
- advanced club players
- elite-level players
- players wanting high performance without the maximum stiffness of the .95
- players looking for a slightly more affordable top-end Fabella
For many high-level club players, that additional softness may actually make the .90 more usable.
Adidas Fabella .80
The Fabella .80 is where the range becomes particularly interesting for serious club players.
This model still gives you plenty of power.
But it introduces more softness and feel than the highest-rated options.
It also uses a partial carbon sleeve, helping retain some stiffness without making the stick excessively harsh.
Who Should Use the Fabella .80?
The .80 can be ideal for:
- high-level club players
- experienced first-team players
- advanced players who value control
- players wanting premium performance without maximum stiffness
For many players, this may be the sweet spot between performance and usability.
Why the Fabella .80 Could Be Better Than the .95 for You
Think about how often you actually hit the ball at maximum power.
Then compare that with how often you:
- Receive.
- Pass.
- Dribble.
- Carry.
- Control.
- Turn.
A slightly more forgiving stick can make all of those everyday actions easier while still producing plenty of power when needed.
That balance can be far more useful across an entire match.
Adidas Fabella .75
The Fabella .75 is another strong club-level option.
It offers a good balance between power and control while sitting at a more accessible price point than the elite models.
The shape stays consistent.
The philosophy stays consistent.
The major difference is a softer, more forgiving construction.
Who should use the Fabella .75?
It suits:
- regular club players
- experienced juniors
- intermediate senior players
- players wanting strong performance and good control
- players who don't need maximum stiffness
For normal club hockey, this is exactly the kind of balance many players need.
Fabella .75 vs Fabella .80
These two models could be particularly relevant for club players.
The .80 leans slightly more towards performance and stiffness.
The .75 gives a little more forgiveness.
If you are confident in your touch and regularly play high-level hockey, you might prefer the .80.
If you want slightly more comfort and control, the .75 could be the better choice.
Neither is universally better.
Adidas Fabella .60
The Fabella .60 moves firmly into developing-player territory.
This model places more emphasis on control and feel than outright stiffness.
That's valuable.
Because when you're still building your hockey skills, touch is often more important than squeezing every possible bit of power out of the stick.
Who Should Use the Fabella .60?
This is a great option for:
- club and school players
- developing teenagers
- younger club players
- players progressing into more serious hockey
- players who need a strong balance between power and control
For many players developing towards senior hockey, this could be one of the most sensible models in the range.
Why Developing Players Need Control
Power is attractive.
But if you can't consistently control the ball, extra stiffness doesn't help much.
The Fabella .60 still gives enough performance to hit and pass strongly.
But its softer construction can make receiving and developing technique easier.
That is exactly what many developing players need.
Adidas Fabella .30
The Fabella .30 is aimed at players who are moving beyond their first entry-level stick.
This might be your second or third hockey stick.
You may already understand the basic skills.
Now you want something that looks and feels closer to the senior range while remaining forgiving.
Who Should Use the Fabella .30?
It can work particularly well for:
- developing juniors
- second-season players
- players moving up from basic entry-level sticks
- players beginning to play more regularly
- players prioritising control and development
The important thing is that you still get the same general Fabella shape.
You aren't sacrificing the philosophy of the range.
You're simply getting it in a construction better suited to developing technique.
Adidas Fabella .20
The Fabella .20 sits at the entry point to the range.
This could easily be:
- your first senior hockey stick
- your first adult-sized stick
- your first proper hockey stick
And that's exactly what it is designed for.
Why the Fabella .20 Works for Beginners
The construction focuses on:
- comfort
- touch
- feel
- forgiveness
- skill development
A beginner doesn't need an extremely stiff elite stick.
They need something that makes controlling the ball easier.
The .20 allows a new player to experience the Fabella shape without combining it with the stiffness designed for international hockey.
Fabella .20 vs Fabella .95
These two sticks sit at opposite ends of the range.
But they share the same basic Fabella DNA.
The .95 is designed around maximising performance for an elite player.
The .20 is designed around maximising control and development for a beginner.
The shape remains familiar.
The materials and construction change.
That is the key difference.
Which adidas Fabella Is Best?
The easiest way to break the range down is:
Fabella .95 — Elite and international players.
Fabella .90 — Elite and advanced club players wanting slightly more forgiveness.
Fabella .80 — High-level club players wanting an excellent balance of performance and control.
Fabella .75 — Regular club players looking for power, control and value.
Fabella .60 — Developing club and school players.
Fabella .30 — Developing players buying their second or third hockey stick.
Fabella .20 — Beginners and first-time senior-stick buyers.
Is the Fabella .95 the Best Fabella?
It is the highest-performance model.
That is not the same thing as being the best model for everybody.
If you're struggling to receive the ball because the stick is too stiff, the extra power isn't helping.
A developing player could perform far better with a .60.
A club player might prefer the .75 or .80.
The best stick is the one that helps you play better hockey.
Who Is the Fabella Best Suited To?
The Fabella makes particular sense for players who want consistency across the pitch.
It can suit:
- midfielders
- defenders
- distributors
- players who value passing
- players who like reliable first touch
- players who want an all-round stick
It isn't locked to a position.
It's about playing style.
Is the Fabella Good for Midfielders?
Yes.
Potentially very good.
Midfielders need to perform almost every hockey skill.
Receive under pressure.
Move the ball quickly.
Carry.
Pass.
Change direction.
Help in defence.
Join attacks.
The balanced shape of the Fabella suits that kind of all-round role.
Is the Fabella Good for Defenders?
Yes.
Especially defenders who value:
- flat outlet passing
- control
- reliable receiving
- distribution from the back
The bow still allows lifted skills when required without making the stick overly aggressive.
That balance can work extremely well from deeper positions.
Is the Fabella Good for Forwards?
It can be.
Particularly for forwards who prioritise:
- clean receiving
- passing
- deflections
- shooting
- general ball control
If your attacking game relies very heavily on aerials, drag flicking and extreme 3D skills, the Chaosfury may provide a more specialised shape.
Fabella vs Estro
Based on the philosophy described across the adidas range, the Fabella sits in a similar all-round area to the Estro.
Both are designed around balance and controlled hockey rather than extreme bow performance.
That means the decision may come down to:
- feel
- design
- price point
- exact preferred specification
If you're already comfortable with this type of balanced adidas shape, both ranges are worth considering.
Fabella vs Chaosfury
This comparison is much clearer.
Fabella = balance and control
Chaosfury = aggressive lifted skills
If you're focused on:
Passing.
Receiving.
Outlet play.
All-round hockey.
Look towards the Fabella.
If your game is built around:
Aerials.
Drag flicks.
Aggressive 3D skills.
Look more closely at the Chaosfury.
Don't Buy a Fabella Just Because Someone Else Has One
This is one of the biggest themes throughout Total Hockey Labs.
Your teammate might use the .95.
That doesn't mean you should.
Your favourite international might play with one of the top models.
That doesn't mean you'll perform better with it.
Choose based on:
- your current level
- your touch
- how frequently you play
- your technical ability
- your budget
Your stick should suit your hockey.
Why Higher Numbers Aren't Automatically Better
As the rating rises, the stick becomes more performance-focused.
But performance comes with trade-offs.
More stiffness can mean:
More power.
But also:
Less forgiveness.
That makes the choice personal.
A beginner gets more benefit from control.
An elite player can exploit greater stiffness.
Different players need different things.
Should Juniors Use High-End Fabella Sticks?
Usually, younger developing players will benefit more from the lower or middle parts of the range.
The Fabella .20, .30 and .60 all give juniors opportunities to progress through the same basic stick philosophy while developing their technique.
There's no need to rush straight to the stiffest model.
Progress Through the Range With Your Hockey
One of the biggest advantages of having several versions of the same model is that the stick can develop with you.
You could start on the .20.
Move to the .30.
Then .60.
Then eventually into the .75 or .80 as your hockey improves.
The core shape remains familiar.
What changes is the amount of performance available.
The Biggest Takeaway From the Adidas Fabella Range
The Fabella is about consistency, control and balance.
Whether you're an international using the .95 or a beginner using the .20, that philosophy remains.
What changes is the construction required for the player using it.
So don't ask:
“Which Fabella is the best?”
Ask:
“Which Fabella is best for my game right now?”
That is what will lead you towards the correct model.
Watch the full Total Hockey Labs guide above to see the Adidas Fabella range explained and find the model that best suits your level and style of hockey.
