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P86 / Zegras vs W71 / Pacioretty

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 angleOpen
Curve depthDeep
Lie5
TypeMid
Brand names
W71Blade 13
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Key Differences

Face AngleBoth curves share the same face angle (Open).
Curve DepthW71 / Pacioretty has a deeper curve (Deep) versus the moderate P86 / Zegras. Deeper curves add puck control and shooting power but reduce backhand feel.
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). W71 / Pacioretty is a Mid curve (balanced and all-purpose).

Who Uses These Curves

W71 / Pacioretty

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