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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock E. Daddanov

Pro Blackout Blue Lite
HockeyStickMan$179.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock E. Daddanov
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout Blue Lite gives you three flex options and five curve choices for $180 CAD, making it way more flexible if you're still dialing in your preferences. The True Catalyst is a fixed 85-flex pro-spec build locked to one curve, but you're getting genuine NHL gear that costs less in USD if you can find it.

The numbers

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

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite

  • You want to try different flexes (70, 80, 90) without buying multiple sticks
  • You need curve variety since you're exploring what works for your shot
  • You're budget conscious and want the lowest entry price

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock E. Daddanov

  • You already know you shoot a mid-kick at 85 flex and want that exact setup
  • You prefer pro-level layup construction that NHL players use
  • You want authentic Catalyst performance without paying full retail

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

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock E. Daddanov

Price
$179.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
70, 80, 90
85
Kick point
Mid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
T92
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
N/A
Weight
365g
N/A
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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