are the sticks good? mine are getting shabby
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Drum sticks get worn out. Decent sticks, though not what a professional would use, cost about $8. You can't expect too much from $8. If you baby an $8 piece of wood, then they will last longer, but then, you are probably being too careful and part of drumming is using them to create different sounds, and drummers hit the sides (the rim) to create a higher pitch metallic sound. If you want to commit to drumming, then accept there is expense. Sticks are cheap as compared to other items when it comes to music. Reeds on the other hand are expensive (clarinet, oboe), and they have to be replaced more often. Drum sticks get worn out. Decent sticks, though not what a professional would use, cost about $8. You can't expect too much from $8. If you baby an $8 piece of wood, then they will last longer, but then, you are probably being too careful and part of drumming is using them to create different sounds, and drummers hit the sides (the rim) to create a higher pitch metallic sound. If you want to commit to drumming, then accept there is expense. Sticks are cheap as compared to other items when it comes to music. Reeds on the other hand are expensive (clarinet, oboe), and they have to be replaced... » Read More Drum sticks get worn out. Decent sticks, though not what a professional would use, cost about $8. You can't expect too much from $8. If you baby an $8 piece of wood, then they will last longer, but then, you are probably being too careful and part of drumming is using them to create different sounds, and drummers hit the sides (the rim) to create a higher pitch metallic sound. If you want to commit to drumming, then accept there is expense. Sticks are cheap as compared to other items when it comes to music. Reeds on the other hand are expensive (clarinet, oboe), and they have to be replaced more often. « Show Less
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Mine seem pretty dry. I'd grind up a test batch and see what you think. If they are sticky let them dry a day or two. Remember you are working with natural materials they vary because nature varies.
1155332
I have about 700 left I purchased before Halloween last year. Just to see if there was any degredation of the stick I took one out and activated it. They work fine after over a year, How are they stored? They have been sitting in my front closet. No special storage.
1555636
I haven't had that problem. I also haven't had them that long. You should get a hold of the manufacturer and see if there was/is a recall or something.
201884
ask the seller. maybe they'll replace the duds. Weird, I've never had even one as far as I know.
147914
That sounds like poor quality batches. If you still have the means, I would return them.
1755940
Haven't experienced any problems with mine, maybe you've been unlucky with a faulty pair.I am currently waiting for a new pair I've bought.Cheers
881953
I think they might be coming stale. I hadn't had this problem with the first 2 orders but since they have been exactly like you describe!
140243
I had three go bad in a matter of a few weeks. I don't know of a way to fix them. Sorry. I went to the iRig HD. It's pricier but worth it
1800000
Had the same problem. Brought the pads in every night. Sorry. They look nice but are not great quality.
1093585
I shot them out of my barnett jackal, and 2 of them just bent after the second firing. Maybe it's just badluck/lemon, but it's a no for me.
741785
No they aren't very good,in fact I still have them in my desk drawer.When I got them I thought wow the are nice.And I like to give the to my friends.But after trying them I had a hard time to get them to work.The rubber tips are hard.and the pad wouldn't work.I Got very frustrated. AND I RATE THESE AS A P,U, THEY STINK. MEL
1191074
I've had the same issue. I think they are temperature sensitive, which is the same as being faulty to me.
102349
I don't know, but so far, after a couple months, mine are good. Maybe your set is defective. Try for an exchange.
2175144
No. After two or three uses, the stickiness goes away. I then toss them in the trash and go on to use the next two.
1555270
Yes they wear out fast. Like I said in my review, they warped after the first use.
703891
Keep 'em clean and they should last much longer. I'm at the 6 month point right now and they are still working really well.