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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite - Junior vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock K. Bellows

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

At a glance

The Pro Blackout Gold Lite is way more affordable and gives you three flex options and five curve choices to dial in your shot, while the True Catalyst 9X3 is a fixed NHL-spec build that costs more but locks you into one mid-kick setup. Pick the HockeyStickMan if you want flexibility and budget savings, pick the True if you know you want that exact mid-kick NHL curve and don't mind paying for it.

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 want to try different flex ratings without spending extra money
  • You need a lighter stick feel (365g is noticeably light for juniors)
  • You like having five blade curve options to match your shot style

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock K. Bellows

  • You're a stronger player who shoots hard and benefits from mid-kick power
  • You want the exact curve and flex an NHL player uses
  • You've already dialed in your shot and don't need to experiment with different specs

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 K. Bellows

Price
$129.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
20, 30, 40
85
Kick point
Hybrid
Mid
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
T28
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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