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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite vs TaggsHockey RPG-Pro 375g

Pro Blackout Gold Lite
HockeyStickMan$179.99
RPG-Pro 375g
TaggsHockey$164.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Taggstickhockey RPG-Pro is $15 cheaper and gives you way more curve options (9 patterns vs 5), plus a mid kick that feels more responsive than the HockeyStickMan's hybrid setup. The HockeyStickMan is 10 grams lighter and sticks with a simpler, no-frills approach if you just want something basic that works.

The numbers

Weight
365g10g lighter
375g
Price
CA$180
CA$165CA$15 cheaper
Curves
5 options
9 options4 more
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite

  • You want the lightest stick possible for maximum speed and less fatigue
  • You already know exactly which blade curve works for you (5 options covers the common choices)
  • You prefer simplicity and don't need customization options

Pick the TaggsHockey RPG-Pro 375g

  • You want more blade pattern choices to find your perfect fit (9 options including signature curves)
  • You value the mid kick point for better shot responsiveness than hybrid
  • You want aerospace carbon construction at a lower price point
  • You appreciate custom ordering for exactly the stick you want

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

RPG-Pro 375g

Price
$179.99
$164.99
Brand
HockeyStickMan
TaggsHockey
Year
2025
2026
Category
Budget
Mid-Range
Flex options
70, 80
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
Aerospace Carbon + 18K Weave
Weight
365g
375g
Level
Senior
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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