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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod

Pro Blackout Blue Lite
HockeyStickMan$179.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout Blue Lite gives you way more flexibility with three flex options and five curve choices for $180, while the True Catalyst 9X3 locks you into one fixed 90-flex setup but gives you a genuine NHL-spec stick at a similar price point. The real difference is choice versus authenticity: budget-friendly variety versus pro-grade consistency.

The numbers

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

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Blue Lite

  • You're still dialing in what flex and curve work best for your shot
  • You want to save money and experiment with multiple blade patterns
  • You prefer a mid-kick for balanced power and feel

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Mcleod

  • You already know you shoot well with a low/mid-kick and 90-flex
  • You want the exact same stick an NHL player uses
  • You're a stronger shooter who can handle pro-spec stiffness
  • You need just one reliable pattern and don't need options

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 Ryan Mcleod

Price
$179.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
70, 80, 90
90
Kick point
Mid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
Mid Max
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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