Face AngleP106 / Richards / P50 / Gagne has a open face angle, PM9 / Larkin / P14 / Duchene 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).
LieBoth curves share the same lie (5). Lie affects how the blade sits flat on the ice at your natural skating posture.
Curve TypeP106 / Richards / P50 / Gagne is a Mid-Heel curve (Mid-Heel). PM9 / Larkin / P14 / Duchene is a Toe curve (toe-focused, better for wrist shots and toe drags).
Curve names don't match across brands, and the wrong one changes how the puck feels on your blade. Translate your curve to its exact equivalent on every brand in seconds.
