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P89 / Eberle / W04 / Vanek vs P97

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

Specs
Face angleOpen
Curve depthModerate
Lie5
TypeHeel
Brand names
P89W04Blade 16
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P97Mid
Specs
Face angleOpen
Curve depthModerate
Lie
TypeMid
Brand names
P97
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Key Differences

Face AngleBoth curves share the same face angle (Open).
Curve DepthBoth curves share the same depth (Moderate).
LieP89 / Eberle / W04 / Vanek has a lie of 5, P97 has a lie of null. P89 / Eberle / W04 / Vanek has a higher lie, which suits players who carry the puck close to their body.
Curve TypeP89 / Eberle / W04 / Vanek is a Heel curve (heel-weighted, better for slapshots and backhand passes). P97 is a Mid curve (balanced and all-purpose).

Who Uses These Curves

P89 / Eberle / W04 / Vanek
P97No notable players listed yet.

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