CCM Ribcor Trigger 9 vs HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype

CCM$229.99

HockeyStickMan$179.99

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Ribcor Trigger 9 is a trusted CCM platform with a low kick that's proven for quick releases, while the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is way more affordable and 20 grams lighter with more blade curve options. The Trigger 9 gives you the security of a known performer, but the Blackout undercuts it on price and weight while offering a hybrid kick that does both snap shots and power plays.

The numbers

Weight

370g

350g20g lighter

Price

CA$230

CA$180CA$50 cheaper

Curves

2 options

9 options7 more

Kick point

Low

Hybrid

Pick the CCM Ribcor Trigger 9

•You want the safest choice because pro forwards actually use the Trigger line in games
•You need flex options beyond 70 and 80 (the Trigger goes up to 85)
•You shoot a lot of snap and wrist shots off the rush and want that low kick optimized for it

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Prototype

•You're price sensitive and want to save 50 bucks on a solid stick
•You want the lightest stick here and every gram matters to you
•You need way more blade patterns to choose from (9 options vs 2)

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 Trigger 9

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Prototype

Price

$229.99

$179.99

Brand

CCM

HockeyStickMan

Year