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

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

At a glance

The Pro Blackout Red Lite is 10 grams lighter and $15 cheaper, but the RPG-Pro gives you way more curve options (9 vs 5) and a mid kick point that works better for most players. The RPG-Pro also feels more premium despite costing less, while the Pro Blackout Red Lite is a solid no-frills budget option.

The numbers

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

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Red Lite

  • You want the absolute lightest stick and don't care about kick point feel
  • You prefer a low kick point for quick releases
  • You're fine with just 5 curve patterns

Pick the TaggsHockey RPG-Pro 375g

  • You want maximum curve selection with proven real-world durability
  • You prefer a mid kick point (more forgiving, works for most shot types)
  • You value premium carbon construction at a budget price
  • You want to customize your build to exact specs
  • You play at any skill level from beginner to advanced

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 Red Lite

TaggsHockey

RPG-Pro 375g

Price
$179.99
$164.99
Brand
HockeyStickMan
TaggsHockey
Year
2025
2026
Category
Budget
Mid-Range
Flex options
70, 80, 90
70, 75, 80, 85
Kick point
Low
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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