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P21 vs P38 / Forsberg / P45 / Tavares

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

P21Mid
Specs
Face angleSlightly Open
Curve depthSlight
Lie
TypeMid
Brand names
P21
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Specs
Face angleSlightly Open
Curve depthModerate
Lie5
TypeMid-Toe
Brand names
P38P38W16Blade 5
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Key Differences

Face AngleBoth curves share the same face angle (Slightly Open).
Curve DepthP38 / Forsberg / P45 / Tavares has a deeper curve (Moderate) versus the slight P21. Deeper curves add puck control and shooting power but reduce backhand feel.
LieP21 has a lie of null, P38 / Forsberg / P45 / Tavares has a lie of 5. P21 has a higher lie, which suits players who carry the puck close to their body.
Curve TypeP21 is a Mid curve (balanced and all-purpose). P38 / Forsberg / P45 / Tavares is a Mid-Toe curve (versatile with a slight toe bias).

Who Uses These Curves

P21No notable players listed yet.

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