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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE vs TaggsHockey ACTN3

Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE
HockeyStickMan$179.99
ACTN3
TaggsHockey$184.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout is way more affordable at $180 and comes in at 400g, while the ACTN3 is noticeably lighter at 345g and gives you way more customization options including four flex choices and nine curve patterns. You're paying basically the same price but getting a significantly better stick with the ACTN3 if you know what flex and curve you want.

The numbers

Weight
400g
345g55g lighter
Price
CA$180CA$5 cheaper
CA$185
Curves
2 options
9 options7 more
Kick point
Low
Mid

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

  • You're on a tight budget and need a stick today without waiting for a custom build
  • You prefer simplicity and don't need endless customization options
  • You play a straightforward game without worrying about fine-tuning your equipment

Pick the TaggsHockey ACTN3

  • You want a noticeably lighter stick that'll help with stick handling and shot speed
  • You need flexibility to dial in your exact flex and curve combination
  • You're intermediate level or better and know your preferences for kick point and blade pattern

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 (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE

TaggsHockey

ACTN3

Price
$179.99
$184.99
Brand
HockeyStickMan
TaggsHockey
Year
2025
2026
Category
Budget
Performance
Flex options
50, 70
70, 75, 80, 85
Kick point
Low
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, 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
400g
345g
Level
Senior
Intermediate, Advanced, Elite
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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