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HockeyStickMan Value Blackout vs TaggsHockey RPG-Pro 375g

Value Blackout
HockeyStickMan$79.99
RPG-Pro 375g
TaggsHockey$164.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Value Blackout is way more affordable at $80 but noticeably heavier at 500g, while the RPG-Pro 375g costs about twice as much but gives you a significantly lighter stick with better build consistency and more curve options. If budget is your main concern, go Value Blackout; if you want better feel and performance without going full premium, the RPG-Pro is worth the extra cash.

The numbers

Weight
500g
375g125g lighter
Price
CA$80CA$85 cheaper
CA$165
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 want extra durability for hard use
  • You play casually and don't need premium performance

Pick the TaggsHockey RPG-Pro 375g

  • You want noticeably better weight and performance without spending $200+
  • You value consistency since these are custom-built per order
  • You want more flex options and curve choices to dial in your exact preference
  • You play at intermediate level or higher and will notice the difference in feel

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

RPG-Pro 375g

Price
$79.99
$164.99
Brand
HockeyStickMan
TaggsHockey
Year
N/A
2026
Category
Budget
Mid-Range
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
Aerospace Carbon + 18K Weave
Weight
500g
375g
Level
Senior
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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