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CCM Ribcor Trigger 9 vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

Ribcor Trigger 9
CCM$229.99
Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$179.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Trigger 9 is a proven senior stick with a fast low-kick release at a solid price point, while the HSM Pro Blackout is an intermediate stick with a hybrid kick and way more blade pattern options but almost no published specs to evaluate. Without weight, material, or shaft shape data on the Blackout, you're buying on trust rather than facts.

The numbers

Weight
370g
Price
CA$230
CA$180CA$50 cheaper
Curves
2 options
4 options2 more
Kick point
Low
Hybrid

Pick the CCM Ribcor Trigger 9

  • You're a senior-level forward who shoots off the rush or in stride
  • You want a low kick point from a platform pros actually use
  • You need a stick with transparent specs you can actually compare

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

  • You're an intermediate-level player and senior flex is too stiff for you
  • You want more blade pattern variety, specifically P08, P71, P86, or T27
  • You're comfortable buying a custom stick with limited published specs and no USD pricing

CCM

Ribcor Trigger 9

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

Price
$229.99
$179.99
Brand
CCM
HockeyStickMan
Year
2024
2025
Category
Performance
Elite
Flex options
70, 75, 85
55, 65
Kick point
Low
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P29, P28
P08, P71, P86, T27
Shaft shape
Oval
N/A
Construction
One-piece
N/A
Material
Carbon fiber
N/A
Weight
370g
N/A
Level
Senior
Intermediate
Position
Forward
N/A

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

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