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HockeyStickMan Value Blackout - Junior vs TaggsHockey ACTN3

Value Blackout - Junior
HockeyStickMan$69.99
ACTN3
TaggsHockey$184.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Value Blackout is way more affordable at $70 and designed for younger players just learning the game, while the ACTN3 is a lightweight performance stick built for serious players who want to dial in exactly what they're swinging. You're choosing between budget-friendly starter gear versus a custom-built machine that weighs 100 grams less.

The numbers

Weight
450g
345g105g lighter
Price
CA$70CA$115 cheaper
CA$185
Curves
8 options
9 options1 more
Kick point
Low
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout - Junior

  • You're buying for a junior player still figuring out their game and don't want to spend much
  • Your kid might outgrow it soon and you need something durable without the investment
  • You want solid blade pattern options without overthinking the equipment

Pick the TaggsHockey ACTN3

  • You're a competitive player and weight matters for your shot speed and stick handling
  • You want to customize your flex and grip instead of settling for what's in the box
  • You're willing to pay triple the price because you'll actually keep and use this stick for years

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

Value Blackout - Junior

TaggsHockey

ACTN3

Price
$69.99
$184.99
Brand
HockeyStickMan
TaggsHockey
Year
2025
2026
Category
Budget
Performance
Flex options
40, 50
70, 75, 80, 85
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 + 2% Boron
Weight
450g
345g
Level
Junior
Intermediate, Advanced, Elite
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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