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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Junior vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Junior
HockeyStickMan$149.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout gives you way more curve and flex options at a lower price point with a noticeably lighter build, while the Catalyst 9X3 is a genuine NHL pro stock mid-kick stick locked into one flex and one pattern. If you know exactly what you want and that setup fits you, the Catalyst delivers pro-spec quality, but the Pro Blackout is far more versatile for most players.

The numbers

Weight
400g
Price
US$160
Curves
5 options4 more
1 option
Kick point
Low
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Junior

  • You want a low kick stick that loads fast for quick releases
  • You need flex or curve options to dial in your fit
  • You are a junior player or buying for one

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

  • You shoot with a mid kick and want real NHL-spec construction
  • You already know the TC4 pattern works for your game
  • You are a stronger shooter who can load a 105 flex properly

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Junior

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Tomas Lavoie

Price
$149.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Performance
Pro Stock
Flex options
20, 30, 40, 50
105
Kick point
Low
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
TC4 New
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
N/A
Weight
400g
N/A
Level
Junior
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

New to flex? See our hockey stick flex guide.

Comparing curves across brands? See our hockey stick curve chart.

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