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PL29 vs W71 / Pacioretty

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

PL29Mid
Specs
Face angleSlightly Open
Curve depthSlight
Lie
TypeMid
Brand names
PL29
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Specs
Face angleOpen
Curve depthDeep
Lie5
TypeMid
Brand names
W71Blade 13
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Key Differences

Face AnglePL29 has a slightly open face angle, W71 / Pacioretty has a open face angle. A more open face lifts shots more easily; a more closed face keeps the puck lower.
Curve DepthW71 / Pacioretty has a deeper curve (Deep) versus the slight PL29. Deeper curves add puck control and shooting power but reduce backhand feel.
LiePL29 has a lie of null, W71 / Pacioretty has a lie of 5. PL29 has a higher lie, which suits players who carry the puck close to their body.
Curve TypeBoth are Mid curves, sharing the same general blade shape.

Who Uses These Curves

PL29No notable players listed yet.
W71 / Pacioretty

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