Face AngleP89 / Eberle / W04 / Vanek has a open face angle, PM9 / Larkin / P14 / Duchene has a slightly open face angle. A more open face lifts shots more easily; a more closed face keeps the puck lower.
Curve DepthP89 / Eberle / W04 / Vanek has a deeper curve (Moderate) versus the slight PM9 / Larkin / P14 / Duchene. 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 TypeP89 / Eberle / W04 / Vanek is a Heel curve (heel-weighted, better for slapshots and backhand passes). PM9 / Larkin / P14 / Duchene is a Toe curve (toe-focused, better for wrist shots and toe drags).
Curve names don't match across brands, and the wrong one changes how the puck feels on your blade. Translate your curve to its exact equivalent on every brand in seconds.
