

At a glance
The FT8 Pro is noticeably lighter and built for elite-level play, but the HSM Pro Blackout is way more affordable and offers a much wider curve selection for players who are picky about blade patterns. If budget and curve variety matter most, the Blackout wins on both counts, but the FT8 Pro is the better stick overall.
The numbers
Pick the CCM JetSpeed FT8 Pro
Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Intermediate
CCM
JetSpeed FT8 Pro
HockeyStickMan
Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Intermediate
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