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HockeyStickMan Value Blackout (Intermediate) vs TaggsHockey Classic

Value Blackout (Intermediate)
HockeyStickMan$79.99
Classic
TaggsHockey$149.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Value Blackout is way more affordable at $80 and works well for intermediate players, but the TaggsHockey Classic is noticeably lighter (400g vs 500g) and offers a much wider flex selection for dialing in the right feel. The Classic costs nearly double but brings elite-level materials and more customization options to the table.

The numbers

Weight
500g
400g100g lighter
Price
CA$80CA$70 cheaper
CA$150
Curves
8 options
9 options1 more
Kick point
Low
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout (Intermediate)

  • •You are on a tight budget and want a solid low-kick carbon stick without spending big
  • •You are an intermediate player still developing your shot mechanics
  • •A low kick point is specifically what your game calls for

Pick the TaggsHockey Classic

  • •You want a noticeably lighter stick with higher-grade carbon construction
  • •You need a specific flex that fits your weight and shot style, since the Classic covers 65 all the way to 110
  • •You want a mid kick point for loading up slap shots and longer wrist shots from the circle

HockeyStickMan

Value Blackout (Intermediate)

TaggsHockey

Classic

Price
$79.99
$149.99
Brand
HockeyStickMan
TaggsHockey
Year
2025
2026
Category
Performance
Performance
Flex options
55, 65
65, 70, 75, 80, 85, 95, 100, 105, 110
Kick point
Low
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P40, P88, P92, W03, W28, W88
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
Carbon Construction
24K Carbon (aerospace-grade blend, 24K weave)
Weight
500g
400g
Level
Intermediate
Advanced, Elite
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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