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

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

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is way more affordable and gives you flexibility to pick your flex and curve, while the True Catalyst 9X3 is a pro-spec stick locked into one setup but built to NHL standards. Budget versus authentic pro gearβ€”choose based on what matters more: options and price or pure pro-level construction.

The numbers

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

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

  • β€’You want to try different flex ratings (55 or 65) without committing to one
  • β€’You need four blade curve options to match your shot style
  • β€’You're on a tight budget at CA$180
  • β€’You're still figuring out what flex and curve work best for you

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock F. Gauthier

  • β€’You want genuine NHL-spec construction and materials
  • β€’You're a stronger shooter who handles stiff flex (115) comfortably
  • β€’You already know you like the mid-kick feel for powerful shots
  • β€’You want the exact stick an NHL player uses in games

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 F. Gauthier

Price
$179.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
55, 65
115
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
P08, P71, P86, T27
TC2.5
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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