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

Pro Blackout Extra Lite
HockeyStickMan$159.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is a budget-friendly stick that lets you pick your curve and flex from 19 blade options, while the True Catalyst 9X3 is a genuine pro stock stick locked into one specific curve and flex. You're paying the same price either way, so you're choosing between customization and variety versus authenticity and pro-spec performance.

The numbers

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

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Extra Lite

  • •You want to experiment with different curves without spending extra money
  • •You need a lighter stick (400g is noticeably nimble for the price)
  • •You shoot from different release points and want flex options from 75 to 110
  • •You value the manufacturer warranty and free shipping

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock Ryan Graves

  • •You want the exact same stick an NHL player uses
  • •You're a stronger shooter who can handle pro-spec stiffness in that 105 flex
  • •You've already dialed in the T92 curve and don't need options
  • •You want mid-kick performance for maximum shot power and control

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 Ryan Graves

Price
$159.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
N/A
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
75, 85, 95, 110
105
Kick point
Low
Low
Blade patterns
P02, P14, P15, P28, P29, P40, P49, P5, P88, P90T, P91, P92, PM9, W01, W02, W03, W05, W28, W88
T92
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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