The same premium American Hickory 5A Long you know — now with a barrel-shaped tip for a fuller, warmer tone and more surface contact on every hit.
Slightly heavier at 4.5 oz. More volume on the drums, richer cymbal wash, same reliable balance.
Overall rating: 4.7 / 5 from 75 reviews.
I very much enjoy these sticks. They have great balance and good reach. I broke my first stick after one rehearsal and one show (basically 3 thirty minute sets). To be far, I strike really hard at shows. The break was center when usually the break is at the tip. Still very satisfied.
These are great quality. So far are holding up well. Definitely up there with the top companies. Competitive with pricing which isn’t easy for a small company to do.
Got to test them yesterday and loved em. Quality is top notch.
These drumsticks they’re pretty straight they haven’t broke on me and me. I’m a hard hitter and for these to not break that’s amazing. I want to try the 5B barrel tip next time just for a little more weight that I would like.
The feel is great. It's smooth. It has a nice rebound and not super heavy but enough not to break if you play too hard and it'll last a long time.
Love these sticks and how on the ball the company is. I haven’t even chipped a tip through 3 sundays and i usually loose a tip at least every Sunday - sometimes even in rehearsal, these sticks are my go to sticks now.
Excellent product! I think I'll go for the 5B long next
By far the best well balanced sticks I’ve used in all of my 23 years of playing drums would definitely like to be endorsed by woodies
Returning custom i switched to try the 5A barrels not normally a 5A guy but man i absolutely love these same as the last ones perfect balance but im weird and like a little bit of stick tape on the back of the stick to throw some of the balance to the back of the stick its just perfect im serious when I say ill never use another brand for sticks this is my perfect match nothing comes close to it and am so glad they have barrel tips now when im out on the road people always ask what gear I like using and the first thing I talk about is this brand and sometimes give a pair out so other's get a feel for why i love these sticks one day I'll be able to justify asking for an endorsing for this company guy's at woodies keep up the great work and practice of making perfection peace out D
Now THESE are sticks I can truly trust.
Balanced, length feels right, uniform wood grain, Cool red stripes, barrel tip makes a nice definition on ride cymbals. 100% sold on the 5A. Soon will try a 7A wood tip for my jazz kit.
These sticks are super comfortable. Glad I found them!
Great sticks! Took me about 4 months to even chip a stick when typically it takes about a week
The Woodies 5A Long barrel tip sticks are simply the best sticks I’ve used. The long taper, balance and weight provides an extra level of comfort that translates into an extra level of confidence. The barrel tip produces great definition on both cymbals and toms. Thank you Woodies!!
First time user. Long time drummer a long metal background and a heavy hitter. These were perfectly balanced nice grip completely comfortable to the hand no fatigue. Gotta say I a customer for life now.
The barrel tips are the perfect stick. As long as I can get these for a reasonable price, I won't be playing anything else. Look out for the version with the small beaded tips, though. I got some of those, too, and immediately ended up with lots of little dents in my heads. If you play even moderately hard and are on the fence between the barrel tips and those, you definitely want to go with the barrels.
Thank you so much for my beautiful sticks! I have been using Vater Power 5A for years but had been a little disappointed at how much their weights can fluctuate. I was impressed and intrigued with your advertising and, with great excitement, decided to give Woodies a try. I love the packaging, logos, stripes, and overall look of the sticks. They're very well made and feel like a lot of care and attention was put in to the production. However, sadly, they just did not feel right in my hands. The weight felt a bit too top-heavy for my taste. Also, the lacquer felt more slick and slippery than I'm used to. But, again, it was not lost on me how well-made these are. My critiques are purely from my own personal preferences. I would absolutely recommend them to my drumming brethren. Continued success and happy drumming! Most sincerely, Joey Ponchetti
Love your sticks, I've got my local music store to start carrying them so I'll not have to wait to get more.
Bought some Woodies sticks after using some off brand other sticks. Both sticks are the same size, but the Woodies sticks feel heavier and more dense. That's exactly what I was looking for! As of now, I'm hooked on Woodies and will buy from them in the future!
Seem like solid sticks - and really appreciate the extra length!
Perfect sticks
17" is too long but I like the build,very pro. I also have the ball tip I prefer that tip. 16.5" would be great. Sal Drummerboy265@gmail.com
Repeat buyer of 6 pr of 5A Longs every 2 months or so! I talk about them frequently on my Washedup Drummer tiktok page during livestreams.
Being that play an average of 4 hours straight each show (6 shows a week), I use to run through sticks. I'd spend way too much money. With Woodies balance, quality, and durability, I go threw a 3rd of sticks and obviously brings my cost on stick purchases down. Highly recommended for everything you're looking for in a company!! Where is the endorsement papers?! Lol... But seriously....
Woodies 4 life!!!
Just not for me. I prefer the 5b long instead. But nothing wrong with the sticks themselves.
These sticks are super durable. I’ve been playing them a few days now. The weight and balance is dialed and I love how top heavy they are. It forces me to hold them properly improving my form honestly haha.
The barrel tips seem to break faster than the round tips. These sticks still feel and sound great, but they have broken pretty quickly.
Longer length and a slightly larger tip
Great sticks
They are awesome sticks, and I’ll use them for training, it they are much much thicker than a traditional 5a. I think I will have to go with your 7 size options.
I’m a touring drummer and i was in a bind and Woddies looked out for me like they always do.
The woodies sticks are Amazing!! They feel great weight consistent and durable!!
Great sticks!
I haven’t used them, I ordered them for my Grandson who keeps breaking sticks, he’s a beginner and playing too hard. I guess the music store in his town doesn’t have quality sticks. He lives in Dillon Montana. I haven’t personally played Woodies sticks, maybe I should order some for me. I’m old and my sticks last a long time, plus I don’t play much anymore. 3 years ago I bought a vintage Rogers set to mess with.
Excellent drum sticks. Will be getting more soon.
Love Woodies, really happy to be an Affiliated drummer!
I have done this before. I like the feel, texture, length and barrel tip of the 5A. I have a 7A waiting to exchange for the 7A round tip when they come in. Email me when you get them in. Last Saturday I gave a pair to the drummer who was headlining 8 bands at a balloon race and he was gracious enough to let me sit in on his beautiful Yamaha Recording 7 pc with all Paiste cymbals. The 5A barrel tip impressed the hell out of him. Thanks,
Greatest sticks of all time
