CCM JetSpeed FT8 vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE

CCM$249.99

Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE

HockeyStickMan$179.99

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The FT8 is noticeably lighter and way more affordable in USD, while the Blackout Pro is the better pick if you want a true low kick and shoot on 50 or 70 flex. Most players will feel the kick point difference more than the 15g weight gap.

The numbers

Weight

385g15g lighter

400g

Price

CA$250

CA$180CA$70 cheaper

Curves

2 options

Kick point

Hybrid

Low

Pick the CCM JetSpeed FT8

•You want a hybrid kick that works for both quick releases and loaded shots
•You need a lighter stick (385g vs 400g matters over a long game)
•You want the P29 curve option, which the Blackout does not offer

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE

•You shoot with a true low kick and want that fast snap release feel
•You need a 50 flex senior stick, which the FT8 does not offer
•You are in Canada and want to save CA$70 without sacrificing carbon construction quality

CCM

JetSpeed FT8

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE

Price

$249.99

$179.99

Brand

CCM

HockeyStickMan

Year

2025