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P106 / Richards / P50 / Gagne vs PL29

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

P106 / Richards / P50 / GagneMid-Heel
Specs
Face angleOpen
Curve depthSlight
Lie5
TypeMid-Heel
Brand names
P50P106PP09Blade 8
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PL29Mid
Specs
Face angleSlightly Open
Curve depthSlight
Lie
TypeMid
Brand names
PL29
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Key Differences

Face AngleP106 / Richards / P50 / Gagne has a open face angle, PL29 has a slightly 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).
LieP106 / Richards / P50 / Gagne has a lie of 5, PL29 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). PL29 is a Mid curve (balanced and all-purpose).

Who Uses These Curves

P106 / Richards / P50 / Gagne
Kristian HuseliusBrad Richards
PL29No notable players listed yet.

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