At a glance
The JetSpeed FT8 is noticeably lighter and a higher-quality stick, but the Blackout is way more affordable and offers a much wider curve selection. If budget is tight or you need a specific blade pattern, the Blackout has the edge there, but the FT8 wins on feel and performance.
The numbers
Pick the CCM JetSpeed FT8
Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout (Intermediate)
CCM
JetSpeed FT8
HockeyStickMan
Value Blackout (Intermediate)
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Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.
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