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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Green Lite - Intermediate vs True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

Pro Blackout Green Lite - Intermediate
HockeyStickMan$169.99
Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney
True$159.97 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan is way more affordable and gives you five different curve options to find what suits your shot, while the True Catalyst locks you into one specific NHL-pro curve and flex that's built for stronger players. The HockeyStickMan weighs 365g and costs around $170 CAD, but the Catalyst is a genuine pro-stock stick with NHL specs if you know that mid-kick and stiff flex work for your game.

The numbers

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

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Green Lite - Intermediate

  • You're still figuring out which curve and flex feel best for your shot
  • You want to spend less money and get solid intermediate-level performance
  • You prefer a lighter stick that won't tire you out over a full game

Pick the True Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

  • You already shoot hard and know you like a mid-kick with a stiff flex
  • You want the exact same stick NHL players use, not a consumer version
  • You have a strong shot and need pro-spec stiffness to load the stick properly

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 Green Lite - Intermediate

True

Catalyst 9X3 Pro Stock C. Tierney

Price
$169.99
$159.97 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
50, 60
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
Intermediate
N/A
Position
N/A
N/A

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