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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite vs TaggsHockey RPG-Pro 375g

Pro Blackout Blue Lite
HockeyStickMan$179.99
RPG-Pro 375g
TaggsHockey$164.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout is 10 grams lighter and cheaper, but the RPG-Pro gives you way more curve options (9 vs 5) and aerospace carbon construction for basically the same price. If you want simplicity and minimal weight, go HockeyStickMan. If you want customization and premium materials on a budget, the TaggsHockey wins.

The numbers

Weight
365g10g lighter
375g
Price
CA$180
CA$165CA$15 cheaper
Curves
5 options
9 options4 more
Kick point
Mid
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite

  • You want the lightest stick and don't care about having tons of blade options
  • You prefer keeping it simple with just five proven curves
  • You're on a tight budget and those 10 grams matter to your shot

Pick the TaggsHockey RPG-Pro 375g

  • You want to choose from nine different blade patterns to match your exact style
  • You care about aerospace carbon layup and premium feel without overpaying
  • You like the idea of a custom-built stick with proven track record
  • You want flexibility in flex ratings (70, 75, 80, 85 gives you better stepping between options)

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

TaggsHockey

RPG-Pro 375g

Price
$179.99
$164.99
Brand
HockeyStickMan
TaggsHockey
Year
2025
2026
Category
Budget
Mid-Range
Flex options
70, 80, 90
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
Aerospace Carbon + 18K Weave
Weight
365g
375g
Level
Senior
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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