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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Junior vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Junior
HockeyStickMan$129.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout Gold Lite is way more affordable and gives you flexibility to try different flex ratings and blade curves as a developing junior player. The True Catalyst 9X3 is a pro-spec stick locked into one setup, built for a stronger shooter who knows exactly what they want and can handle the stiffer construction.

The numbers

Weight
365g
Price
US$160
Curves
5 options4 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Junior

  • You're still figuring out your flex preference and want to experiment with multiple options
  • You need to stay on a tight budget without sacrificing carbon quality
  • You want five different blade patterns to find the curve that suits your shot best

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

  • You're a stronger, more experienced player ready for pro-level stiffness
  • You want an authentic NHL-spec pattern and know you like mid-kick feel for power shots
  • You're willing to commit to one fixed setup rather than trying multiple flexes

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 - Junior

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

Price
$129.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
20, 30, 40
90
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
T88
Shaft shape
N/A
Round
Construction
N/A
One-piece
Material
18K Carbon Layup
N/A
Weight
365g
N/A
Level
Junior
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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