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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Intermediate vs TaggsHockey ACTN3

Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$169.99
ACTN3
TaggsHockey$184.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout Gold Lite is way more affordable at $170 and comes with proven blade patterns, but the ACTN3 is 20 grams lighter and gives you way more customization in flex ratings and curve options. You're basically choosing between a solid budget stick or a lighter performance build that lets you dial in exactly what you want.

The numbers

Weight
365g
345g20g lighter
Price
CA$170CA$15 cheaper
CA$185
Curves
5 options
9 options4 more
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Intermediate

  • You want to save $15 and don't need the extra weight savings
  • You're happy with five solid blade patterns and don't need nine options
  • You prefer a hybrid kick point that's forgiving on off-center shots

Pick the TaggsHockey ACTN3

  • You want a noticeably lighter stick (345g vs 365g makes a real difference)
  • You need four flex options to find your perfect match (50/60 vs 70/75/80/85)
  • You care about advanced materials like boron and want full customization when ordering

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 Gold Lite - Intermediate

TaggsHockey

ACTN3

Price
$169.99
$184.99
Brand
HockeyStickMan
TaggsHockey
Year
2025
2026
Category
Budget
Performance
Flex options
50, 60
70, 75, 80, 85
Kick point
Hybrid
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
Intermediate
Intermediate, Advanced, Elite
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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