

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
Pick the HockeyStickMan Value Blackout
Pick the TaggsHockey ACTN3
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Value Blackout
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ACTN3
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