Broken sticks are a bummer – especially in the middle of a recorded take or live set. And GearNuts knows replacing those wood drumsticks gets expensive. That’s why we’re pleased to carry Ahead drumsticks. These aluminum-core sticks are the perfect option for many drummers out there. They last 6-10 times longer than wood and are claimed to be safer on the wrists, safer on cymbals, and harder hitting with less effort. Ahead Lars Ulrich Signature Series Drumsticks are built to match the ferocity of Lars’ iconic playing style.