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CCM Ribcor Trigger 9 Pro vs True HZRDUS Smoke

Ribcor Trigger 9 Pro
CCM$429.99
HZRDUS Smoke
True$399.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Trigger 9 Pro is noticeably lighter and slightly pricier, while the HZRDUS Smoke is way more affordable and offers a wider blade selection with exceptional puck feel. Both are low-kick elite sticks, so the real decision comes down to weight, blade options, and how much you value feel versus pure shot speed.

The numbers

Weight
345g15g lighter
360g
Price
CA$430
CA$400CA$30 cheaper
Curves
2 options
3 options1 more
Kick point
Low
Low

Pick the CCM Ribcor Trigger 9 Pro

  • You want the lightest possible stick at 345g
  • You shoot mostly P29 or P28 and want the faster CCM release
  • You prefer a slightly higher budget option with proven CCM pro-level build

Pick the True HZRDUS Smoke

  • You want a solid elite stick at a lower price point
  • Puck feel matters as much as release speed to you
  • You need a 65 flex option or want access to the T92 blade pattern

CCM

Ribcor Trigger 9 Pro

True

HZRDUS Smoke

Price
$429.99
$399.99
Brand
CCM
True
Year
2024
2025
Category
Elite
Elite
Flex options
70, 75, 80, 85
65, 75, 85
Kick point
Low
Low
Blade patterns
P29, P28
T27, T28, T92
Shaft shape
Round
Round
Construction
One-piece
One-piece
Material
ACU-Flex carbon fibre
RESFLO Technology, PLD, Spread Tow Weave
Weight
345g
360g
Level
Senior
Senior
Position
Forward
Forward, Defense

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