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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype - Intermediate vs TaggsHockey ACTN3

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

At a glance

The Pro Blackout is way more affordable at $170 and 20g lighter, making it the budget-friendly pick for intermediate players. The ACTN3 costs $15 more but gives you mid kick feel, boron reinforcement for extra durability, way more flex options (four instead of two), and nine blade patterns versus six.

The numbers

Weight
325g20g lighter
345g
Price
CA$170CA$15 cheaper
CA$185
Curves
6 options
9 options3 more
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype - Intermediate

  • You want the cheapest entry point and don't need multiple flex choices
  • You prefer a hybrid kick that blends toe and mid-range response
  • Limited blade pattern selection doesn't bother you

Pick the TaggsHockey ACTN3

  • You want to dial in your exact flex (70, 75, 80, or 85) to match your shot style
  • Nine blade patterns matter because you have a specific curve preference
  • You value boron reinforcement for longer stick life
  • You plan to progress beyond intermediate level and want a stick that scales with you

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 Prototype - 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, P86, 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
24K Carbon Layup
24K Carbon + 2% Boron
Weight
325g
345g
Level
Intermediate
Intermediate, Advanced, Elite
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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