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HockeyStickMan Value Blackout - Junior vs TaggsHockey RPG-Pro 375g

Value Blackout - Junior
HockeyStickMan$69.99
RPG-Pro 375g
TaggsHockey$164.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Blackout is way more affordable at $70 and gives you a straightforward budget stick, while the RPG-Pro 375g costs over double but gives you a noticeably lighter stick with more flex options and a mid kick point that works for multiple skill levels. Pick the Blackout if you just need something that works, pick the RPG-Pro if you want better performance and a stick built to last.

The numbers

Weight
450g
375g75g lighter
Price
CA$70CA$95 cheaper
CA$165
Curves
8 options
9 options1 more
Kick point
Low
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout - Junior

  • You're on a tight budget and just need a junior stick that handles basic play
  • You prefer a low kick point for quick releases
  • You don't need multiple flex options

Pick the TaggsHockey RPG-Pro 375g

  • You want a lighter stick (375g vs 450g) that gives you more responsiveness
  • You like having four flex options to dial in your exact preference
  • You want aerospace carbon construction that's proven durable, not entry-level material
  • You play multiple positions or skill levels and need versatility

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

RPG-Pro 375g

Price
$69.99
$164.99
Brand
HockeyStickMan
TaggsHockey
Year
2025
2026
Category
Budget
Mid-Range
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
Aerospace Carbon + 18K Weave
Weight
450g
375g
Level
Junior
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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