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P92 / Matthews / P29 / Crosby vs PM9 / Larkin / P14 / Duchene

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

Specs
Face angleSlightly Open
Curve depthModerate
Lie6
TypeMid-Toe
Brand names
P29T92P92P92SakicW03PP92PP26Blade 1
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Specs
Face angleSlightly Open
Curve depthSlight
Lie5
TypeToe
Brand names
P14PM9PM9W01PP96Blade 3
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Key Differences

Face AngleBoth curves share the same face angle (Slightly Open).
Curve DepthP92 / Matthews / P29 / Crosby has a deeper curve (Moderate) versus the slight PM9 / Larkin / P14 / Duchene. Deeper curves add puck control and shooting power but reduce backhand feel.
LieP92 / Matthews / P29 / Crosby has a lie of 6, PM9 / Larkin / P14 / Duchene has a lie of 5. P92 / Matthews / P29 / Crosby has a higher lie, which suits players who carry the puck close to their body.
Curve TypeP92 / Matthews / P29 / Crosby is a Mid-Toe curve (versatile with a slight toe bias). PM9 / Larkin / P14 / Duchene is a Toe curve (toe-focused, better for wrist shots and toe drags).

Who Uses These Curves

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