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P106 / Richards / P50 / Gagne vs P92M / P92 Mid

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 angleSlightly Open
Curve depthModerate
Lie
TypeMid
Brand names
P92M
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Key Differences

Face AngleP106 / Richards / P50 / Gagne has a open face angle, P92M / P92 Mid has a slightly open face angle. A more open face lifts shots more easily; a more closed face keeps the puck lower.
Curve DepthP92M / P92 Mid has a deeper curve (Moderate) versus the slight P106 / Richards / P50 / Gagne. Deeper curves add puck control and shooting power but reduce backhand feel.
LieP106 / Richards / P50 / Gagne has a lie of 5, P92M / P92 Mid has a lie of null. P106 / Richards / P50 / Gagne 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). P92M / P92 Mid is a Mid curve (balanced and all-purpose).

Who Uses These Curves

P106 / Richards / P50 / Gagne
P92M / P92 MidNo notable players listed yet.

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