A hockey stick curve comparison chart maps the equivalent blade patterns across Bauer, CCM, Warrior, True, and Sherwood, so you can find the same curve in any brand. Most modern patterns fall into three families — the mid P92 group, the toe P28 group, and the control P88 group — and each brand just uses a different code for the same shape.
TL;DR
- P92 = P29 = W03 = TC2 — the popular mid, open curve (Ovechkin, Crosby).
- P28 = W28 = TC4 — the toe curve built for quick release and dangles (McDavid, MacKinnon).
- P88 = P40 = W88 = TC6 — the mid-heel control curve with the best backhand (Kane).
- Equivalents are close matches; lie and face angle differ slightly between brands.
- Match the curve family first, then fine-tune with lie and your flex and kick point.
Key Takeaways
- Every brand builds the same three core curve shapes — only the code changes.
- The Bauer P-code is the industry shorthand, so most players translate other brands back to it.
- Pro stock sticks are labeled in the maker’s own code, so this chart is how you match a pro pattern to the retail curve you already like.
- Curve is only one spec — pair it with the right flex and kick point for the full setup.
Hockey Stick Curve Comparison Chart
Here are the equivalent blade patterns across the five major brands. Find the curve you know in one column, then read across for its match in any other brand.
| Curve family (feel) | Bauer | CCM | Warrior | True | Sherwood |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mid, open — all-around | P92 | P29 | W03 | TC2 (T92) | PP92 |
| Toe — quick release, dangles | P28 | P28 | W28 | TC4 (T28) | PP28 |
| Mid-heel — control, backhand | P88 | P40 | W88 | TC6 (T88) | PP88 |
Equivalents are close matches, not identical — lie and face angle vary slightly between brands. True has used both “TC” and “T” labels across generations; both are shown.
How to Read the Curve Comparison Chart
Start with the curve you already play, find it in its brand column, then read across the row for the equivalent in any other brand. The “feel” column tells you what that family is built to do.
The matches are close, not identical. Two brands can share a curve family yet differ slightly in lie (how the blade sits on the ice) and face angle (how open it is), so treat the chart as your starting point, then confirm the lie.
The P92 Curve Family: Mid, Open, All-Around
The P92 family is the most popular curve in hockey — a mid curve with an open face that cradles the puck and lifts shots easily. It is the safe all-around choice for wrist shots, snap shots, and backhands.
Equivalents: Bauer P92, CCM P29, Warrior W03, True TC2 (also labeled T92), Sherwood PP92. Alex Ovechkin and Sidney Crosby both play curves in this family. See the full breakdown on our P92 curve guide.
The P28 Curve Family: Toe, Quick Release, Dangles
The P28 family is the fastest-growing curve in the game — an aggressive toe curve that loads quickly for a deceptive release and makes toe drags and dangles easier. It rewards a puck-on-a-string playing style.
Equivalents: Bauer P28, CCM P28, Warrior W28, True TC4 (also labeled T28), Sherwood PP28. Connor McDavid and Nathan MacKinnon are the signature names here. More detail on our P28 curve guide.
The P88 Curve Family: Mid-Heel, Control, Backhand
The P88 family is a more traditional mid-heel curve with a smaller, more controlled hook. It gives up a little of the P28’s lift for better puck control and the strongest, most accurate backhand of the three.
Equivalents: Bauer P88, CCM P40 (the modern P88), Warrior W88, True TC6 (also labeled T88), Sherwood PP88. Patrick Kane is the classic P88 shooter. See our P88 curve guide.
Heel and Hybrid Curves
Beyond the big three, a few patterns sit outside the families. Heel curves like the Bauer PM9 (CCM P14/P15) open up at the heel for booming slap shots and are favored by point shooters. Hybrid patterns like the Bauer P90TM (True T90T) blend a mid curve with a slightly open toe for players who want versatility — there is no exact CCM or Warrior code for the P90TM, so match it by lie and feel rather than by name.
How to Find Your Curve in a Pro Stock Stick
Pro stock sticks are stamped in the manufacturer’s own curve code, which is exactly why this chart matters — it lets you match a pro pattern back to the retail curve you already trust. Know your Bauer P-code and you can shop any brand with confidence.
Once you have the curve, round out the setup with the other two specs: choose your stiffness with our hockey stick flex guide and match your release with our kick point guide. Then find your pattern in our pro stock hockey sticks and see the full pattern rundown on our hockey stick curves explained guide.
Manufacturer curve references: the official Bauer and CCM sites list each pattern’s lie and profile if you want to confirm a spec before you buy.
Curve equivalents reflect current pattern families and are close matches, not exact copies; brands revise codes over time, so confirm lie and face angle on the specific model before buying.