At a glance
The FT8 Pro Youth is noticeably lighter at 209g with elite-level construction, but it is strictly a youth stick with only two flex options and a premium price. The Value Blackout is way more affordable at $80 CAD with a much wider curve selection, but it is significantly heavier at 500g and built for seniors.
The numbers
Pick the CCM JetSpeed FT8 Pro Youth
Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout
CCM
JetSpeed FT8 Pro Youth
HockeyStickMan
Value Blackout
New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.
Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.
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