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HockeyStickMan Value Blackout vs TaggsHockey ACTN3

Value Blackout
HockeyStickMan$79.99
ACTN3
TaggsHockey$184.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Blackout is way more affordable at $80 but noticeably heavier at 500g, while the ACTN3 2026 costs $185 and weighs just 345g with a mid-range kick point that gives you more shot loading control. Pick the Blackout if budget is tight, or pick the ACTN3 if you want a lighter stick that feels more responsive and can be fully customized to your exact specs.

The numbers

Weight
500g
345g155g lighter
Price
CA$80CA$105 cheaper
CA$185
Curves
5 options
9 options4 more
Kick point
Low
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout

  • You're on a tight budget and $80 is a hard limit
  • You don't mind a heavier stick or rarely swap gear
  • You want something durable that works without overthinking it

Pick the TaggsHockey ACTN3

  • You want a noticeably lighter stick that feels faster in your hands
  • You prefer mid-range kick points for better shot feel and loading
  • You care about customization and want to dial in your exact flex and curve
  • Weight matters more to you than the extra $105 cost

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

TaggsHockey

ACTN3

Price
$79.99
$184.99
Brand
HockeyStickMan
TaggsHockey
Year
N/A
2026
Category
Budget
Performance
Flex options
75, 85
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
Carbon Construction
24K Carbon + 2% Boron
Weight
500g
345g
Level
Senior
Intermediate, Advanced, Elite
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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