HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Intermediate vs True HZRDUS 5X5

HockeyStickMan$169.99

True$169.99 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout Gold Lite is way more affordable and noticeably lighter, making it the budget pick for casual intermediate players. The HZRDUS 5X5 costs more and weighs heavier, but you get a low kick point, square shaft, more flex options, and proven performance-level construction if you're ready to upgrade.

The numbers

Weight

365g51g lighter

416g

Price

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US$170

Curves

5 options3 more

2 options

Kick point

Hybrid

Low

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Intermediate

•You're on a tight budget and CA$170 is your hard limit
•You want the lightest stick at 365g for easier stick handling
•You don't need a low kick point and hybrid feels fine to you

Pick the True HZRDUS 5X5

•You want a low kick point for faster, easier releases
•You need more flex options (6 choices vs 2) to dial in your perfect flex
•You're willing to pay more for better blade durability and puck feel at impact
•You play performance-level hockey and want a proven stick that reviewers ranked as the best of 2026

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 Gold Lite - Intermediate

True

HZRDUS 5X5

Price

$169.99

$169.99 USD

Brand

HockeyStickMan

True

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