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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Intermediate vs True HZRDUS 9X4

Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$169.99
HZRDUS 9X4
True$399.99
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout Gold Lite costs half as much and keeps things simple with a hybrid kick point, while the True HZRDUS 9X4 is a premium stick built for elite players with a low kick, more flex options, and blade tech designed for raw power. Pick based on budget and skill level, not brand name.

The numbers

Weight
365g
Price
CA$170CA$230 cheaper
CA$400
Curves
5 options1 more
4 options
Kick point
Hybrid
Low

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Intermediate

  • You're on a tight budget and intermediate is your actual skill level
  • You want a hybrid kick that works as a jack-of-all-trades for different shot types
  • You prefer keeping things straightforward without premium pricing

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4

  • You're an advanced or elite player who knows your game well
  • You specifically want a low kick point for quick-release situations
  • You're willing to pay for SRT4 blade tech and the extra reinforced hosel for durability
  • You need more flex options to dial in your exact preference

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.

HockeyStickMan

Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Intermediate

True

HZRDUS 9X4

Price
$169.99
$399.99
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
2025
Category
Budget
Performance
Flex options
50, 60
20, 40, 50, 60, 85, 95
Kick point
Hybrid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
T27, T28, T90T, T92
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
Carbon Fiber, SRT4 Blade Technology
Weight
365g
N/A
Level
Intermediate
Elite, Pro
Position
N/A
Forward, Defense

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