Face AngleP91A / Staal / P15 / Jones has a slightly open face angle, P89 / Eberle / W04 / Vanek has a open face angle. A more open face lifts shots more easily; a more closed face keeps the puck lower.
Curve DepthP89 / Eberle / W04 / Vanek has a deeper curve (Moderate) versus the slight P91A / Staal / P15 / Jones. Deeper curves add puck control and shooting power but reduce backhand feel.
LieBoth curves share the same lie (5). Lie affects how the blade sits flat on the ice at your natural skating posture.
Curve TypeP91A / Staal / P15 / Jones is a Mid-Toe curve (versatile with a slight toe bias). P89 / Eberle / W04 / Vanek is a Heel curve (heel-weighted, better for slapshots and backhand passes).
