CCM Ribcor 96K vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE

CCM$179.99 USD

Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE

HockeyStickMan$179.99

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Ribcor 96K is a trusted mid-range stick with more flex options and better warranty coverage, while the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is noticeably lighter and costs the same or less depending on your currency. The real question is whether you need that 50g weight savings and two flex choices, or if you want more curve variety and CCM's established performance platform.

The numbers

Weight

450g

400g50g lighter

Price

US$180

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Curves

2 options

Kick point

Low

Pick the CCM Ribcor 96K

•You want P28 or P29 curves (Blackout only offers P28 or W28)
•You prefer a 30-day warranty over unknown coverage
•You need flex 55, 65, or 85 options
•You value CCM's E-Geometry shaft design for energy transfer

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE

•You prioritize maximum lightness at 400g for faster swing speed
•You're okay with just flex 50 or 70
•Budget is tight and you found it cheaper in CAD
•You want a stick from a smaller brand you trust

Which stick should you actually be using?

Your weight and height set the right flex, your budget sets the value. Answer a few quick questions and we'll match you to the stick built for how you play, for free.

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CCM

Ribcor 96K

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE

Price

$179.99 USD

$179.99

Brand

CCM

HockeyStickMan

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