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Easton Yzerman vs P106 / Richards / P50 / Gagne

Side by side curve comparison. Specs, cross-brand equivalents, and which players use each.

Specs
Face angleSlightly Open
Curve depthSlight
Lie6
TypeHeel
Brand names
Yzerman
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Specs
Face angleOpen
Curve depthSlight
Lie5
TypeMid-Heel
Brand names
P50P106PP09Blade 8
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Key Differences

Face AngleEaston Yzerman has a slightly open face angle, P106 / Richards / P50 / Gagne has a open face angle. A more open face lifts shots more easily; a more closed face keeps the puck lower.
Curve DepthBoth curves share the same depth (Slight).
LieEaston Yzerman has a lie of 6, P106 / Richards / P50 / Gagne has a lie of 5. Easton Yzerman has a higher lie, which suits players who carry the puck close to their body.
Curve TypeEaston Yzerman is a Heel curve (heel-weighted, better for slapshots and backhand passes). P106 / Richards / P50 / Gagne is a Mid-Heel curve (Mid-Heel).

Who Uses These Curves

P106 / Richards / P50 / Gagne

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