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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite vs TaggsHockey Classic

Pro Blackout Gold Lite
HockeyStickMan$179.99
Classic
TaggsHockey$149.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout Gold is a straightforward budget stick that's lighter and cheaper, while the Classic 2026 is a custom-built performance option with way more curve choices and better carbon construction at nearly the same price. The real question is whether you care about customization and blade options, or just want something that works without spending much.

The numbers

Weight
365g35g lighter
400g
Price
CA$180
CA$150CA$30 cheaper
Curves
5 options
9 options4 more
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite

  • You want the lightest stick available and weight matters most to you
  • You need to keep costs as low as possible and don't care about many curve options
  • You prefer a hybrid kick point for a quicker release

Pick the TaggsHockey Classic

  • You want to pick from 9 different blade patterns instead of just 5
  • You want custom colours and a stick built specifically for your order
  • You need more flex options across a wider range for your exact preference
  • You want better carbon construction (24K aerospace-grade vs standard 18K) for durability

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

TaggsHockey

Classic

Price
$179.99
$149.99
Brand
HockeyStickMan
TaggsHockey
Year
2025
2026
Category
Budget
Performance
Flex options
70, 80
65, 70, 75, 80, 85, 95, 100, 105, 110
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 (aerospace-grade blend, 24K weave)
Weight
365g
400g
Level
Senior
Advanced, Elite
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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