06/03/2026
As we are currently in our off-season, let’s explore some basics and more about one of our favorite sports.
🥌 CURLING 101: The Stone
The curling stone might look simple, but it’s one of the most unique pieces of sporting equipment in the world.
Each stone weighs up to 42 pounds and is made from exceptionally durable granite. Most high-level curling stones are crafted using granite from Ailsa Craig, a small island off the coast of Scotland that has supplied stone for the sport for more than a century.
Why that granite? It’s incredibly dense, resists absorbing water, and can withstand thousands of collisions on the ice while maintaining a smooth, consistent running surface.
A curling stone may take a beating during a game, but with proper care and maintenance, it can remain in use for decades.
Next time you watch a match, remember: every shot starts with 42 pounds of Scottish granite gliding across the ice.
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