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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite)
HockeyStickMan$179.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is way more affordable and gives you four different curves to dial in your shot, while the True Catalyst 9X3 is a pro-spec stick locked into one NHL-grade build with a mid-kick that favors power shooting. You're trading flexibility and price for authenticity and performance if you go True.

The numbers

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

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite)

  • You want to experiment with different curves without breaking the bank
  • You need flex options from 70 to 95 to find your sweet spot
  • Budget matters and you're not committed to one specific kick profile yet

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

  • You're a stronger shooter who trusts a mid-kick for shot power and control
  • You want actual NHL-spec gear and don't need curve variety
  • You've already figured out you like mid-kick sticks and want the pro-level layup

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)

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Nic Hague

Price
$179.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
70, 75, 85, 95
110
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
P08, P71, P86, T27
TC90T
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
N/A
N/A
Weight
N/A
N/A
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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