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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock G. Brisebois

Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE
HockeyStickMan$179.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock G. Brisebois
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is way more affordable at $180 CAD and noticeably lighter at 400g, plus you get two flex options and curve choices to dial in your preference. The True Catalyst 9X3 is a genuine pro stock stick with an NHL mid-kick feel and fixed 100 flex, built for stronger shooters who want exactly what the pros use rather than customization options.

The numbers

Weight
400g
Price
US$160
Curves
2 options1 more
1 option
Kick point
Low
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE

  • You want to save money and don't want to commit to a single flex or curve right away
  • You prefer a lower kick point for faster releases from anywhere on the ice
  • You're lighter or prefer a noticeably lighter stick overall

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock G. Brisebois

  • You're a stronger, more technical shooter who wants mid-kick power on your shots
  • You shoot with a 100 flex already and want authentic NHL-spec gear
  • You know exactly what curve and flex work for you and don't need 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.

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Pro Blackout (Extra Lite) - Pavel Barber LE

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock G. Brisebois

Price
$179.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
50, 70
100
Kick point
Low
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, W28
T92 Mod
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
N/A
Weight
400g
N/A
Level
Senior
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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