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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate vs True HZRDUS 9X4

Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$179.99
HZRDUS 9X4
True$399.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is way more affordable at $180 and works for intermediate players learning the game, while the True HZRDUS 9X4 costs $400 and is built for elite players who want maximum shot power from a low kick point. You're basically choosing between budget-friendly and beginner-focused versus premium performance with a specialized low kick design.

The numbers

Weight
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Price
CA$180CA$220 cheaper
CA$400
Curves
4 options
4 options
Kick point
Hybrid
Low

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

  • •You're building a stick collection on a tight budget
  • •You're still learning and don't need premium materials yet
  • •You want a hybrid kick point that handles multiple situations decently

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4

  • •You have the budget and play at a high competitive level
  • •You want a low kick point for faster shot release
  • •You value advanced blade technology and shaft engineering for shot quality

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.

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HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate

True

HZRDUS 9X4

Price
$179.99
$399.99
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
2025
Category
Budget
Performance
Flex options
55, 65
20, 40, 50, 60, 85, 95
Kick point
Hybrid
Low
Blade patterns
P08, P71, P86, T27
T27, T28, T90T, T92
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
N/A
Carbon Fiber, SRT4 Blade Technology
Weight
N/A
N/A
Level
Intermediate
Elite, Pro
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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