Vic Firth 55A's vs 5A's

[Matt]

Hi all, 

been here at SDS around 8 months. question: my stamina isn't what it once was, been playing 30ish years now mid 40s. I've been playing 55A's for literally decades. sounds like it's between a 5A and a 5B and is longer than a 5A. I play a lot of hard rock and the lighter side of metal. I'm wondering about a switch. I believe Stephen said he plays 5A's. What are people's thoughts? Does having a smaller stick make a big difference in stamina and speed and for those who have switched to a smaller stick did it take you a long time to adapt? 

Thanks all! grateful for this community! - Matt

Vic site says: and specs in link:

With a diameter that sits right between the 5A and 5B, The 55A is the perfect choice for when a 5B is just a little more stick than is required. 

https://vicfirth.zildjian.com/american-classicr-55a.html

vs

https://vicfirth.zildjian.com/american-classic-5a.html

[Sean]

I use 7A's always have cause I've got little hands and wrists. I recently bought some Vic Firth 5A's and they're quite a different feel I have to say don't know if I could get on with them but I'm gonna try using them when I need a little more volume.

[Juan]

For me, besides changing the sound and feel, it makes no difference playing sticks from 7A to 5B, maple or hickory, wich is all the range I have covered. I have small hands and belive I would have issues with bigger and heavier sizes.