

At a glance
The FT8 Pro Youth is noticeably lighter and carries elite-tier tech, but it is youth-only and nearly $220 USD. The HSM Pro Blackout is way more affordable, fits intermediate players, and offers a much wider curve selection, though it is significantly heavier at 325g.
The numbers
Pick the CCM JetSpeed FT8 Pro Youth
Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype - Intermediate
CCM
JetSpeed FT8 Pro Youth
HockeyStickMan
Pro Blackout Prototype - Intermediate
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