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P106 / Richards / P50 / Gagne vs WN88

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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WN88Mid
Specs
Face angleOpen
Curve depthModerate
Lie
TypeMid
Brand names
WN88
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Key Differences

Face AngleBoth curves share the same face angle (Open).
Curve DepthWN88 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, WN88 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). WN88 is a Mid curve (balanced and all-purpose).

Who Uses These Curves

P106 / Richards / P50 / Gagne
Kristian HuseliusBrad Richards
WN88No notable players listed yet.

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