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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate vs True HZRDUS 5X5

Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$179.99
HZRDUS 5X5
True$169.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout is way more affordable at $180 CAD and clearly marketed as a budget option, but True HZRDUS gives you a properly built mid-range stick with confirmed specs, better materials, and six flex options versus two. You're trading price for actual performance details and construction quality.

The numbers

Weight
416g
Price
US$170
Curves
4 options2 more
2 options
Kick point
Hybrid
Low

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

  • You're on a tight budget and just need a playable intermediate stick
  • You want the lightest possible feel (though weight isn't listed, so you can't verify)
  • You're okay with limited curve choices and missing material specs

Pick the True HZRDUS 5X5

  • You want to know exactly what you're buying (carbon fiberglass, 416g, square shaft, low kick point)
  • You need more flex options to dial in your shot weight
  • You care about blade durability and puck feel over rock-bottom price
  • You play at a performance level and want a legit one-piece construction

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

HZRDUS 5X5

Price
$179.99
$169.99 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
2025
Category
Budget
Mid-Range
Flex options
55, 65
50, 60, 65, 75, 85, 95
Kick point
Hybrid
Low
Blade patterns
P08, P71, P86, T27
T28, T92
Shaft shape
N/A
Square
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
N/A
Carbon Fiberglass
Weight
N/A
416g
Level
Intermediate
Performance, Intermediate
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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