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HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Green Lite - Junior vs True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen

Pro Blackout Green Lite - Junior
HockeyStickMan$119.99
HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen
True$189.99 USD
AI Breakdown

At a glance

The HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout is way more affordable at $120 CAD with three flex options and five curve choices, making it solid for juniors learning their preferences. The True HZRDUS 9X4 is a pro stock stick built to NHL specs with a low kick for quick releases, but locked into one flex and curve at a much higher price point.

The numbers

Weight
365g
Price
US$190
Curves
5 options4 more
1 option
Kick point
Hybrid
Low

Pick the HockeyStickMan Pro Blackout Green Lite - Junior

  • You're a junior looking to dial in what flex and curve work best for you without dropping serious money
  • You want options to experiment with different blade patterns before committing
  • You need something light enough to handle at your level with decent carbon construction

Pick the True HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen

  • You already know you shoot a 100 flex and want the TC2 curve Ryan Johansen uses
  • You're a stronger player who benefits from pro-spec stiffness and that low kick release
  • You want authentic NHL equipment and don't mind paying premium price for it

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 - Junior

True

HZRDUS 9X4 Pro Stock Ryan Johansen

Price
$119.99
$189.99 USD
Brand
HockeyStickMan
True
Year
2025
N/A
Category
Budget
Pro Stock
Flex options
20, 30, 40
100
Kick point
Hybrid
Low
Blade patterns
P28, P29, P92, W03, W28
TC2
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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