At a glance
The Ribcor 96K is way more affordable for US buyers and delivers a low kick point built for quick releases, while the Blackout Blue Lite is noticeably lighter at 365g versus 450g and offers a much wider curve selection at the elite tier. If weight and blade variety matter most, the HSM stick wins, but the CCM gives you more bang for your dollar with a proven low-kick feel.
The numbers
Pick the CCM Ribcor 96K
Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite
CCM
Ribcor 96K
HockeyStickMan
Pro Blackout Blue Lite
New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.
Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.
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