Face AngleP02 / Kronwall / W02 / Lidstrom 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).
LieP02 / Kronwall / W02 / Lidstrom has a lie of 6, P106 / Richards / P50 / Gagne has a lie of 5. P02 / Kronwall / W02 / Lidstrom has a higher lie, which suits players who carry the puck close to their body.
Curve TypeP02 / Kronwall / W02 / Lidstrom is a Heel curve (heel-weighted, better for slapshots and backhand passes). P106 / Richards / P50 / Gagne is a Mid-Heel curve (Mid-Heel).
Curve names don't match across brands, and the wrong one changes how the puck feels on your blade. Translate your curve to its exact equivalent on every brand in seconds.
