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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock B. Pachal

Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$179.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock B. Pachal
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is way more affordable and gives you flexibility to find your curve and flex, while the True Catalyst 9X3 is a locked-in pro-spec stick built for one specific shooter profile. If you want options to experiment, HockeyStickMan wins. If you want the exact stick an NHL player uses and have the strength to handle stiffer flex, True Catalyst is your choice.

The numbers

Weight
Price
US$160
Curves
4 options3 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid

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

  • You want to try different curves before committing to one pattern
  • You're choosing between 55 and 65 flex and need that control
  • Budget matters and CA$180 fits your spending
  • You're still dialing in what works for your shot

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock B. Pachal

  • You already know you want a mid-kick feel for power
  • You shoot hard enough for 95 flex without feeling sluggish
  • You want the exact pro-stock build Pachal uses
  • You prefer one proven setup over experimenting with 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 Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock B. Pachal

Price
$179.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
55, 65
95
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
P08, P71, P86, T27
T92 Mod
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
N/A
N/A
Weight
N/A
N/A
Level
Intermediate
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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