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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Junior vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Junior
HockeyStickMan$119.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout Blue Lite is way more affordable and gives you flexibility to dial in your flex and curve, but you're getting a budget stick with basic specs. The True Catalyst 9X3 is a genuine pro-stock stick built to NHL specs with a locked-in flex, so you're paying more for quality but losing customization.

The numbers

Weight
365g
Price
US$160
Curves
5 options4 more
1 option
Kick point
Mid
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Junior

  • You're a junior player still growing and want to experiment with different flexes without spending big money
  • You need a lighter stick (365g) and want curve options to find what works for your shot
  • Your budget is tight and you want a playable carbon stick under CA$120

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

  • You're a stronger, more experienced player ready for pro-spec stiffness and performance
  • You want the exact same stick NHL players use and don't need curve variety
  • You're willing to commit to one flex (90) because you know what you shoot best with

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.

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Blue Lite - Junior

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

Price
$119.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
20, 30, 40
90
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
T88
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
N/A
Weight
365g
N/A
Level
Junior
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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