HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Intermediate vs TaggsHockey ACTN3

HockeyStickMan$149.99

TaggsHockey$184.99

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout is way more affordable at $150 and gives you a straightforward low kick feel, while the ACTN3 is noticeably lighter at 345g versus 395g and offers way more flex options plus a mid-kick that feels snappier. You're paying $35 more for the ACTN3, but you get a stiffer build with better materials and genuine customization.

The numbers

Weight

395g

345g50g lighter

Price

CA$150CA$35 cheaper

CA$185

Curves

14 options5 more

9 options

Kick point

Low

Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

•You want to save $35 and don't need the lightest stick possible
•Low kick works for you and you don't need to experiment with flex options beyond 55/65
•You're okay with 14 blade patterns and don't need the exact curve you want

Pick the TaggsHockey ACTN3

•That 50g weight difference matters to you (it will feel noticeably faster in your hands)
•You want four flex options so you can dial in exactly what you need
•You want better carbon construction (24K plus boron) that'll last longer and feel more responsive
•You prefer a mid-kick curve that loads faster on shots

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.

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HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

TaggsHockey

ACTN3

Price

$149.99

$184.99

Brand

HockeyStickMan

TaggsHockey

Year