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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite) vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves

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

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan is way more affordable at $180 CAD and gives you four different curves to find your preferred shot style, but you don't know the actual weight or materials. The True Catalyst is a genuine pro-spec stick with an NHL-proven mid-kick build locked into one curve and stiff flex, built for serious shooters who already know what they want.

The numbers

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

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Custom (Extra Lite)

  • You want to experiment with different blade patterns without dropping serious cash
  • You need flex options below 105 to match your shot speed
  • You're still figuring out your ideal curve preference

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves

  • You shoot hard enough for a 105 flex and want pro-grade performance
  • You already know the T92 curve works for you
  • You value NHL-proven construction over having multiple options

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 Ryan Graves

Price
$179.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
70, 75, 85, 95
105
Kick point
Hybrid
Low
Blade patterns
P08, P71, P86, T27
T92
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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