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P02 / Kronwall / W02 / Lidstrom vs P86 / Zegras

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

Specs
Face angleSlightly Open
Curve depthSlight
Lie6
TypeHeel
Brand names
P20HCSP02P02W02Blade 7
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Specs
Face angleOpen
Curve depthModerate
Lie5
TypeToe
Brand names
P86P86Blade 18
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Key Differences

Face AngleP02 / Kronwall / W02 / Lidstrom has a slightly open face angle, P86 / Zegras has a open face angle. A more open face lifts shots more easily; a more closed face keeps the puck lower.
Curve DepthP86 / Zegras has a deeper curve (Moderate) versus the slight P02 / Kronwall / W02 / Lidstrom. Deeper curves add puck control and shooting power but reduce backhand feel.
LieP02 / Kronwall / W02 / Lidstrom has a lie of 6, P86 / Zegras 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). P86 / Zegras is a Toe curve (toe-focused, better for wrist shots and toe drags).

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