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P106 / Richards / P50 / Gagne vs P30 / Panarin / Old Parise

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

Specs
Face angleOpen
Curve depthSlight
Lie5
TypeMid-Heel
Brand names
P50P106PP09Blade 8
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Specs
Face angleClosed
Curve depthSlight
Lie6
TypeToe
Brand names
P30P30Blade 15
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Key Differences

Face AngleP106 / Richards / P50 / Gagne has a open face angle, P30 / Panarin / Old Parise has a closed 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).
LieP106 / Richards / P50 / Gagne has a lie of 5, P30 / Panarin / Old Parise has a lie of 6. P30 / Panarin / Old Parise has a higher lie, which suits players who carry the puck close to their body.
Curve TypeP106 / Richards / P50 / Gagne is a Mid-Heel curve (Mid-Heel). P30 / Panarin / Old Parise is a Toe curve (toe-focused, better for wrist shots and toe drags).

Who Uses These Curves

P106 / Richards / P50 / Gagne
P30 / Panarin / Old Parise

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