> When I was at MIT, we used croquet mallets. These are a bit on the
> short side, but I think they're a better length (i.e., less likely to
> cause accidents) than hockey sticks.
We at Purdue use street hockey sticks. Though some may argue that they
are too long, I like them that way. You can reach in for a steal without
needing to crouch. I have never personally had a problem with the stick
causing an accident. (Normally when I fall off the uni, it is only
because of a loss of ballance.) The length of the sticks can also help
you stay on the uni since you can use the stick to lean on. This is also
helpful when making fast turns.
I do like the idea of using croquet mallets, but this would be more like
"Unicycle Polo." Where did you get enough mallets to play a full game?
Did you use a regular street hockey ball for that? Did you use the side
of the mallet? If so, did the mallets tend to crack when you struck the ball
hard? One last question... Did you get to keep the kneecaps you took off?
Jay