HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock E. Daddanov

HockeyStickMan$179.99

True$159.97 USD

AI Breakdown

At a glance

The Pro Blackout Gold Lite is way more affordable and gives you five curve options to find what works for your shot, while the True Catalyst 9X3 is a pro stock build locked into one specific curve and flex that's stiffer and designed for stronger players. Budget matters here: the Blackout is CA$180, and the Catalyst sits around US$160, but you're trading flexibility for authenticity if you go with True's NHL-spec design.

The numbers

Weight

365g

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Price

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US$160

Curves

5 options4 more

1 option

Kick point

Hybrid

Mid

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Gold Lite

•You want to experiment with different curves without spending big money
•You're still dialing in your shot and need options (five blade patterns available)
•You prefer a lighter, more forgiving stick at 365g

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock E. Daddanov

•You already know you shoot a T92 curve and want an NHL-grade build
•You have a strong shot and handle stiff flex well (85 flex, pro-spec layup)
•You want the exact equipment NHL players use, even if it means no customization

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

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock E. Daddanov

Price

$179.99

$159.97 USD

Brand

HockeyStickMan

True

Year