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P38 / Forsberg / P45 / Tavares vs P77 / Coffey

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

Specs
Face angleSlightly Open
Curve depthModerate
Lie5
TypeMid-Toe
Brand names
P38P38W16Blade 5
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Specs
Face angleSlightly Open
Curve depthDeep
Lie6
TypeMid
Brand names
PP22
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Key Differences

Face AngleBoth curves share the same face angle (Slightly Open).
Curve DepthP77 / Coffey has a deeper curve (Deep) versus the moderate P38 / Forsberg / P45 / Tavares. Deeper curves add puck control and shooting power but reduce backhand feel.
LieP38 / Forsberg / P45 / Tavares has a lie of 5, P77 / Coffey has a lie of 6. P77 / Coffey has a higher lie, which suits players who carry the puck close to their body.
Curve TypeP38 / Forsberg / P45 / Tavares is a Mid-Toe curve (versatile with a slight toe bias). P77 / Coffey is a Mid curve (balanced and all-purpose).

Who Uses These Curves

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