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TaggsHockey Classic vs Warrior Novium 2 SP

Classic
TaggsHockey$149.99
Novium 2 SP
Warrior$129.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Classic 2026 is noticeably lighter at 400g and offers a much wider curve selection with 9 blade patterns versus 3, making it the more customizable stick. The Novium 2 SP costs roughly the same price but comes in heavier and with fewer options, though it carries a legitimate IW award and proven one-piece construction.

The numbers

Weight
400g51g lighter
451g
Price
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US$130
Curves
9 options6 more
3 options
Kick point
Mid
Mid

Pick the TaggsHockey Classic

  • •You want a lighter stick and care about shaving grams
  • •You need a specific curve like Lidstrom, Matthews, or Drury that bigger brands don't offer
  • •You want more color and flex customization in one order

Pick the Warrior Novium 2 SP

  • •You prefer buying from an established brand with wide retail availability
  • •You want a stick proven in independent testing with a recognized award behind it
  • •You play junior or intermediate and need a flex as low as 30 or 40

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TaggsHockey

Classic

Warrior

Novium 2 SP

Price
$149.99
$129.99 USD
Brand
TaggsHockey
Warrior
Year
2026
2025
Category
Performance
Mid-Range
Flex options
65, 70, 75, 80, 85, 95, 100, 105, 110
30, 40, 50, 55, 75
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
p02-lidstrom, pm9-modano, p28-eichel, p28m, p88-kane, p90t-drury, p05, p92-matthews, p92m
W03, W28, W88
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
24K Carbon (aerospace-grade blend, 24K weave)
Uni-directional Minimus Carbon
Weight
400g
451g
Level
Advanced, Elite
Performance, Intermediate
Position
Forward, Defense
Forward, Defense

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