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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate vs Warrior Rise Youth

Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$179.99
Rise Youth
Warrior$79.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout gives you way more curve options (4 blade patterns vs 1) and flex choices (55/65 vs 10/20), making it better if you're still figuring out your preferences. The Warrior Rise is significantly cheaper at $80 USD and built tough for learning, but you're locked into one curve and get basic carbon instead of performance tuning.

The numbers

Weight
Price
US$80
Curves
4 options3 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid

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

  • You're intermediate and know roughly what curve and flex feel good to you
  • You want choice between different blade patterns without buying multiple sticks
  • You can spend $180 CAD and value customization over rock-bottom price

Pick the Warrior Rise Youth

  • Budget is your main concern and $80 is your ceiling
  • You're new to the sport and don't need curve options yet
  • You want something that won't break the bank while you learn the fundamentals
  • You prioritize durability for recreational play over performance features

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

Warrior

Rise Youth

Price
$179.99
$79.99 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
Warrior
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Budget
Flex options
55, 65
10, 20
Kick point
Hybrid
Hybrid
Blade patterns
P08, P71, P86, T27
W03
Shaft shape
N/A
N/A
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
N/A
Flat-weave carbon, R.L.C. 111
Weight
N/A
N/A
Level
Intermediate
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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