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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Junior vs TaggsHockey ACTN3

Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Junior
HockeyStickMan$119.99
ACTN3
TaggsHockey$184.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout Blue Lite is way more affordable at $120 and lets you pick from solid blade patterns, but the ACTN3 is noticeably lighter at 345g versus 365g and gives you way more curve options plus higher quality carbon construction. Pick the Pro Blackout if budget matters most; pick the ACTN3 if you want a customized, premium stick that feels snappier.

The numbers

Weight
365g
345g20g lighter
Price
CA$120CA$65 cheaper
CA$185
Curves
5 options
9 options4 more
Kick point
Mid
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Junior

  • You're budget-conscious and $65 price difference matters
  • You're just starting out and don't need premium materials yet
  • You're happy with the five blade patterns offered

Pick the TaggsHockey ACTN3

  • You want a noticeably lighter stick (20g difference adds up in your hands)
  • You need to dial in your exact flex number (70-85 range vs just 20/30/40)
  • You want a wider blade pattern selection with named pro curves
  • You're intermediate level or higher and will appreciate the 24K carbon plus boron construction

Which stick should you actually be using?

Your weight and height set the right flex, your budget sets the value. Answer a few quick questions and we'll match you to the stick built for how you play, for free.

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Junior

TaggsHockey

ACTN3

Price
$119.99
$184.99
Brand
HockeyStickMan
TaggsHockey
Year
2025
2026
Category
Budget
Performance
Flex options
20, 30, 40
70, 75, 80, 85
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
p02-lidstrom, pm9-modano, p28-eichel, p28m, p88-kane, p90t-drury, p05, p92-matthews, p92m
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
24K Carbon + 2% Boron
Weight
365g
345g
Level
Junior
Intermediate, Advanced, Elite
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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