Overview
The Gait Whip 2 is not just a popular women's lacrosse stick — it is the stick used by Charlotte North, the two-time Tewaaraton Award winner widely considered the best women's lacrosse player in the world. Gait designed the Whip 2 specifically around her style of play and then made it available to every player who wants to take their game to the next level.
At $299.99 it sits at the top of the women's lacrosse stick market. But for serious high school, club, and college players the Whip 2 delivers elite level performance that justifies every penny of that price tag.
The Pro Connection
Charlotte North — two-time Tewaaraton Award winner and one of the most decorated women's lacrosse players of all time — uses the Gait Whip 2 as her primary stick. Several other Tewaaraton Award finalists have also been spotted using the Whip 2 on the field. When the best players in the world choose a stick, that says everything.
Flex Mesh Pocket
The Flex Mesh pocket on the Whip 2 is Gait's signature stringing system and it is what separates this stick from everything else in the women's market. The mesh provides exceptional ball hold during cradling and tight movements while still releasing cleanly and accurately on passes and shots. Most players find the pocket improves significantly after a short break-in period as the mesh conforms to your throwing motion.
The raised stringing holes create the deepest legal pocket available in women's lacrosse — giving you maximum control and hold without violating US Lacrosse or NFHS rules.
Double Sidewall Design
The double sidewall technology on the Whip 2 solves one of the biggest challenges in women's head design — how to widen the catching area without making the pocket too loose. By engineering the sidewall with a wider catching channel that narrows into the pocket Gait gives you the best of both worlds. Catching is more forgiving, passing and shooting are more precise.
Bullnose Scoop
Gait redesigned the scoop on the Whip 2 with a bullnose shape that makes ground ball pickups noticeably easier and more consistent. Whether you are scooping in traffic or picking up a loose ball in transition the bullnose scoop digs under the ball more efficiently than a standard scoop design. For attackers who rely on quick ground ball pickups to create offensive opportunities this is a meaningful advantage.
Composite Shaft
The lightweight composite shaft keeps the overall weight of the complete stick down without sacrificing durability. The shaft is stiff enough to transfer energy efficiently on shots and passes while remaining comfortable to hold through long practices and games. The balance between head and shaft feels natural from the first time you pick it up.
Who Is It For?
- A serious high school attacker
- A club or travel team player
- A college level player
- An offensive player wanting elite control
- A parent investing in a committed athlete
- A beginner just starting lacrosse
- On a tight budget
- A young player who may outgrow it
- A defensive player
How It Compares
| Stick | Price | Level | Best For | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gait Whip 2 | $299.99 | Flex Mesh | HS–Pro | Elite attack |
| STX Crux 400 | $139.99 | Standard | HS–College | All positions |
| Maverik Axiom | $159.99 | Standard | HS–College | Attack/Midfield |
| Gait Air | $249.99 | Rail Elite | Youth–HS | Developing players |
Final Verdict
The Gait Whip 2 is the best women's lacrosse stick on the market. The Flex Mesh pocket, Bullnose Scoop, double sidewall design, and lightweight composite shaft deliver elite level performance that no competing stick can match at this price point. The fact that Charlotte North and multiple Tewaaraton Award finalists choose this stick over everything else available is the strongest possible endorsement.
At $299.99 it is a premium investment. But for serious high school and club players who want the absolute best stick available, the Whip 2 is worth every penny. If budget is a concern look at the STX Crux 400 as a strong mid-range alternative.