Face AngleP30 / Panarin / Old Parise has a closed face angle, P92 / Matthews / P29 / Crosby has a slightly open face angle. A more open face lifts shots more easily; a more closed face keeps the puck lower.
Curve DepthP92 / Matthews / P29 / Crosby has a deeper curve (Moderate) versus the slight P30 / Panarin / Old Parise. Deeper curves add puck control and shooting power but reduce backhand feel.
LieBoth curves share the same lie (6). Lie affects how the blade sits flat on the ice at your natural skating posture.
Curve TypeP30 / Panarin / Old Parise is a Toe curve (toe-focused, better for wrist shots and toe drags). P92 / Matthews / P29 / Crosby is a Mid-Toe curve (versatile with a slight toe bias).
