I've noticed the same thing, without knowing. When I was a kid I couldn't stand ProMark sticks becaus they were alot "silkier" than Vic Firth. I just thought I had bad technique. The older and more used the sticks get, the better they feel to me. I'll definitely try the candle thing.
Great advice Darryn... The drum stick wax is such a life saver when playing on stage and things really start to heat up... No more slippery sticks... Thanks Darryn for sharing...
Hey Daz, awesome vid mate. I gotta say, you come across very comfortable and honest on camera, something I really struggle to do. It's also really nice to hear lessons/tips on subjects that we don't normally think, about but are important.
Too much lacquer definitely has sticks slipping out of your hands that's why I love Vic firth and on the opposite end to much grip like rubber will stick too much I will try wax though it sounds like the same principle as what surf board fanatics use and swear by thanks for the tip it makes sense