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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Junior vs TaggsHockey ACTN3

Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Junior
HockeyStickMan$129.99
ACTN3
TaggsHockey$184.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout Gold is way more affordable and lighter at 365g, but the ACTN3 gives you a noticeably lighter 345g build with better carbon construction and way more curve options to dial in your shot. If budget matters most, go Pro Blackout. If you want a premium stick that's custom-tuned to your game, the ACTN3 wins.

The numbers

Weight
365g
345g20g lighter
Price
CA$130CA$55 cheaper
CA$185
Curves
5 options
9 options4 more
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Junior

  • You're on a tight budget and need a solid junior stick under CA$150
  • You want something lighter than most budget options at 365g
  • You don't need a huge selection of blade patterns or flex choices

Pick the TaggsHockey ACTN3

  • You're willing to spend CA$55 more for better carbon quality (24K with boron)
  • You want the lightest option at 345g for faster hands
  • You need nine different curve choices to find your perfect shot pattern
  • You play at intermediate level or higher and want a custom-built stick

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 - Junior

TaggsHockey

ACTN3

Price
$129.99
$184.99
Brand
HockeyStickMan
TaggsHockey
Year
2025
2026
Category
Budget
Performance
Flex options
20, 30, 40
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
Junior
Intermediate, Advanced, Elite
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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