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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Extra Lite vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

Pro Blackout Extra Lite
HockeyStickMan$159.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout is a new stick at budget price with tons of curve options and a low kick that helps you snap it quick, while the Catalyst is a pro-spec one-off built for pure shot power with a mid kick and zero flexibility in flex or curve. Both cost the same, but you're choosing between customization and affordability versus authentic NHL gear that demands a strong shot.

The numbers

Weight
400g
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Price
US$160
US$160US$0 cheaper
Curves
19 options18 more
1 option
Kick point
Low
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Extra Lite

  • •You want to try multiple curves before committing to one pattern
  • •You prefer a low kick for wrist shots and quick releases
  • •Budget matters and you like having flex choices (75 to 110)
  • •You don't know your ideal blade pattern yet

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

  • •You're a strong shooter who uses the Tierney curve already
  • •You want the actual mid-kick feel NHL players use
  • •You're comfortable with a stiffer (90 flex) pro-spec stick
  • •You know exactly what you want and won't need to experiment

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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HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Extra Lite

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

Price
$159.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
75, 85, 95, 110
90
Kick point
Low
Mid
Blade patterns
P02, P14, P15, P28, P29, P40, P49, P5, P88, P90T, P91, P92, PM9, W01, W02, W03, W05, W28, W88
T88
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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Figure out your flex

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Comparing curves across brands?

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