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P86 / Zegras vs P88 / Kane / P80 / Ovechkin

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

Specs
Face angleOpen
Curve depthModerate
Lie5
TypeToe
Brand names
P86Blade 18
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Specs
Face angleSlightly Open
Curve depthModerate
Lie5
TypeMid
Brand names
P88T88P88W88PP88Blade 2
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Key Differences

Face AngleP86 / Zegras has a open face angle, P88 / Kane / P80 / Ovechkin 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 (Moderate).
LieBoth curves share the same lie (5). Lie affects how the blade sits flat on the ice at your natural skating posture.
Curve TypeP86 / Zegras is a Toe curve (toe-focused, better for wrist shots and toe drags). P88 / Kane / P80 / Ovechkin is a Mid curve (balanced and all-purpose).

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