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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Intermediate vs TaggsHockey ACTN3

Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$169.99
ACTN3
TaggsHockey$194.99
AI Breakdown

The Blackout Gold Lite is a lightweight intermediate option built around a hybrid kick point for younger or smaller players. The ACTN3 is a custom-built senior stick focused on precision with a mid kick and superior materials.

•Weight: ACTN3 is 20g lighter (345g vs 365g)
•Carbon: ACTN3 uses 24K + Boron vs 18K on the Blackout
•Flex range: Blackout tops out at 60 flex; ACTN3 starts at 70

Pick the Blackout Gold Lite if you are an intermediate-level player needing lower flex options (50 or 60), or you are buying for a younger player on a tighter budget at CA$170.

Pick the ACTN3 if you are a senior player who wants a fully custom build, shoots with a mid kick, and needs standard adult flex ranges. The better materials and lighter weight justify the extra CA$25.

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Intermediate

TaggsHockey

ACTN3

Price
$169.99
$194.99
Brand
HockeyStickMan
TaggsHockey
Year
2025
2026
Category
Performance
Performance
Flex options
50, 60
70, 75, 80, 85
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
p28-eichel, p92-matthews, p88-kane, p90t-drury, p28m, p05
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
24K Carbon + 2% Boron
Weight
365g
345g
Level
Intermediate
Intermediate, Advanced, Elite
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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